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SSC
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INDEX
Section-I : Grammar
1. Spotting the Error........................................................................................................... 7-96
A. Question tag ....................................................................................................................10
B. Subject and Verb Agreement ..........................................................................................10
C. Form of Verb (Tense/number) ........................................................................................22
D. Preposition ......................................................................................................................39
E. Conjunction .....................................................................................................................53
F. Article .............................................................................................................................56
G. Correct use of Pronoun, Adjective and Adverb ..............................................................63
H. Conditional Sentence ......................................................................................................77
I. Noun (Case, Gender, Number) ......................................................................................81
J. Voice & Narration ..........................................................................................................85
K. Miscellaneous ................................................................................................................90
2. Sentence Improvement .............................................................................................. 97-194
A. Form of verb (Tense, Number, Modal) ........................................................................100
B. Subject & Verb agreement ...........................................................................................124
C. Conditional Sentence ...................................................................................................131
D. Question tag .................................................................................................................135
E. Article ..........................................................................................................................138
F. Correct use of Pronoun, Adjective & Adverb ..............................................................140
G. Conjunction ..................................................................................................................150
H. Preposition ...................................................................................................................156
I. Voice and Narration ......................................................................................................168
J. Noun (Case, Gender, Number) ....................................................................................172
K. Miscellaneous ..............................................................................................................175

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3. Fill in the blanks........................................................................................................ 195-289
A. Subject and Verb Agreement ........................................................................................198
B. Form of Verb (Tense/number) ......................................................................................199
C. Preposition ....................................................................................................................212
D. Conjunction ...................................................................................................................217
E. Article ...........................................................................................................................220
F. Correct use of Pronoun, Adjective & Adverb ...............................................................221
G. Question Tag .................................................................................................................230
H. Interjection ...................................................................................................................230
I. Conditional Sentence ...................................................................................................230
J. Miscellaneous ...............................................................................................................232
4. Active/Passive Voice ................................................................................................ 290-342
5. Direct and Indirect Speech ...................................................................................... 343-370
A. Assertive Sentence .......................................................................................................345
B. Interrogative Sentence .................................................................................................358
C. Imperative Sentence .....................................................................................................365
D. Exclamatory Sentence ..................................................................................................369

Section-II : Vocabulary
6. Synonyms .................................................................................................................. 371-437
7. Antonyms .................................................................................................................. 438-512
8. Misspelt word .......................................................................................................... 513-572
9. One word substitution ............................................................................................. 573-646
10. Idiom & Phrases ....................................................................................................... 647-713

Section-III : Comprehension
11. Reading comprehension .......................................................................................... 714-754
12. Cloze test ................................................................................................................... 755-858
13. Parajumble/P.Q.R.S. ................................................................................................ 859-912

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SSC Previous Exam Papers Analysis Chart
S.N. Exam. Year Total Question Total Question
Papers
1. SSC CGL (Tier-II) (October) 2023 1 1 × 45 = 45
2. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 2023 39 39 × 25 = 975
3. SSC CGL (Tier-II) (March) 2023 4 4 × 45 = 180
4. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) (March) 2023 36 36 × 25 = 900
5. SSC CHSL (Tier-II) 2023 1 1 × 40 = 40
6. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) (August) 2023 40 40 × 25 = 1000
7. SSC MTS (September) 2023 27 27 × 25 = 675
8. SSC MTS 2023 57 57 × 25 = 1425
9. SSC Selection Post Phase-XI 2023 12 12 × 25 = 300
10. SSC GD (Constable) 2023 76 76 × 20 = 1520
11. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 2022 40 40 × 25 = 1000
12. SSC CPO (Tier-I) 2022 9 9 × 50 = 450
13. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 2022 3 3 × 200 = 600
14. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 2022 21 21 × 25 = 525
15. SSC CHSL 2022 42 42 × 25 = 1050
16. SSC MTS 2022 48 48 × 25 = 1200
17. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 2021 21 21 × 25 = 525
18. SSC CHSL 2021 36 36 × 25 = 900
19. SSC CPO-SI 2020 6 6 × 50 = 300
20. SSC Selection Post Phase VIII 2020 4 4 × 25 = 100
(Graduate Level)
21. SSC Selection Post Phase VIII 2020 3 3 × 25 = 75
(H.S. Level)
22. SSC Selection Post Phase VIII 2020 5 5 × 25=125
(Matriculation Level)
23. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 2020 3 3 × 200 = 600
24. SSC CHSL 2020 36 36 × 25 = 900
25. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 2020 18 18 × 25 = 450
26. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 2019 1 1 × 200 = 200
27. SSC CPO-SI 2019 8 8 × 50 = 400
28. SSC Stenographer Grade C&D 2019 12 12 × 100 = 1200
29. SSC Selection Post Phase VII 2019 4 4 × 25 = 100
(Graduate Level)
30. SSC Selection Post Phase VII 2019 4 4 × 25 = 100
(H.S. Level)
31. SSC Selection Post Phase VII 2019 4 4 × 25 = 100
(Matriculation Level)
32. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 2019 3 3 × 200 = 600
33. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 2019 22 22 × 25 = 550
34. SSC MTS 2019 39 39 × 25 = 975
35. SSC CHSL 2019 25 25 × 25 = 625
36. SSC GD 2019 40 40 × 25 = 1000
37. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 2017 7 7 × 200 = 1400
38. SSC MTS 2017 17 17 × 25 = 425
Total 774 23,535

Note– After Detailed Analysis of the above 774 Question papers of SSC Exams related to English 23,535
questions have been presented chapterwise.
Questions of repetitive and similar nature have been included so that the technique of asking
question can benefit the competitors.

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Trend Analysis of Previous Year SSC English Papers
Through Pie Chart and Bar Graph

Parajumble/
P.Q.R.S., 368
Spotting the
Cloze test , 945 Error, 669

Reading Sentence
comprehension , 260 Improvement, 747

Fill in the blanks, 750

Idiom &
Phrases , 632
Active/Passive
Voice, 325

One word
substitution , 422 Direct and Indirect
Speech, 152
Misspelt word , 604
Antonyms , 680 Synonyms , 679

945

747 750
669 679 680
632
604

422
368
325
260

152

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Trend Analysis of Questions topicwise from CGL (Pre & Mains)
CHSL (Pre & Mains) Selection Post XI, SSC MTS, SSC GD &
Other Exams (2017-2023)

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01.
SPOTTING ERROR
TCS hewšve& hej DeeOeeefjle (Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
Question tag CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
2 CGL (Tier-1) 20
CGL (Tier-2) 7
CHSL (Tier-1) 15
Subject and Verb Agreement CHSL (Tier-2) 10
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5
SSC MTS 10
SSC GD 5
SSC CPO SI 15
3 CGL (Tier-1) 30
CGL (Tier-2) 10
CHSL (Tier-1) 35
Form of Verb (Tense/number) CHSL (Tier-2) 15
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 6
SSC MTS 7
SSC GD 3
SSC CPO SI 30
4 CGL (Tier-1) 25
CGL (Tier-2) 5
Preposition CHSL (Tier-1) 80
CHSL (Tier-2) 10
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 3
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 8
SSC CPO SI 20
5 CGL (Tier-1) 5
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 10
Conjunction CHSL (Tier-2) 2
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 6

Spotting the Error 7 YCT

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6 CGL (Tier-1) 10
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 12
CHSL (Tier-2) 8 (2017–2023)

Article Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -

SSC MTS 10
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 10
7 CGL (Tier-1) 20
CGL (Tier-2) 7
CHSL (Tier-1) 25
CHSL (Tier-2) 6 (2017–2023)

Correct use of Pronoun, Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5

Adjective and Adverb SSC MTS 25
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 20
8 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 8
CHSL (Tier-2) 2 (2017–2023)

Conditional Sentence Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1

SSC MTS 2
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 2
9 CGL (Tier-1) 9
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 7
CHSL (Tier-2) 3
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
Noun (Case, Gender, SSC MTS 4
Number) SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 3
10 CGL (Tier-1) 11
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
CHSL (Tier-2) 3 (2017–2023)

Voice & Narration Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2

SSC MTS 10
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
11 CGL (Tier-1) 11
CGL (Tier-2) 4
CHSL (Tier-1) 12
CHSL (Tier-2) 8
(2017–2023)
Miscellaneous Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 6
Spotting Error 8 YCT
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Trend Analysis of Questions topicwise from CGL (Pre & Mains)
CHSL (Pre & Mains) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI, SSC MTS, SSC
GD & Other Exams (2017-2023)

Spotting Error 9 YCT

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01.
SPOTTING ERROR
Note – Question tag of positive sentence is in Negative
A. Question tag and Negative Sentence is in positive.
Correct Sentence -
1. identify the segment in the sentence which
contains a grammatical error. If there is no The education of girls is a primary concern for the
error, select 'No error'. country so it should be started early shouldn't it.
Every Saturday, your mother prepares a 4. The following sentence has been split into four
pudding, isn't she ? segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(a) isn't she grammatical error.
(b) Every Saturday, your mother My friend / never tells / a lie, / doesn’t he?
(c) Prepares a pudding (a) My friend (b) never tells
(d) No error. (c) dosen't he (d) a lie
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'doesn't she' will be Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'does he' will be used
used in place of isn't she because sentence is in place of 'doesn't he' because 'Never' gives Negative
affirmative sentence of present indefinite tense. sense. Hence question tag will be positive.
Correct sentence - My friend never tells a lie does he ?
Hence question tag of present indefinite tense,
singular helping verb, 'does' will be used. Since 5. Identify the segment in the sentence which
sentence is in positive. Hence question tag is in contains a grammatical error.
Negative. I am suitably dressed for the occasion, am I?
Note:– Question tag of positive sentence is in (a) for the occasion (b) am I
Negative and question tag of negative sentence is in (c) I am (d) suitably dressed
positive. SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Correct sentence – Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'aren't I' will be used
Every Saturday, your mother prepares a pudding in place of 'am I' because if 'am' is used in a positive
doesn't she? sentence, its Negative question tag is 'aren't'. The
question tag of positive sentence is Negative.
2. The following sentence has been split into Correct Sentence :
four segments. Identify the segment that I am suitably dressed for the occasion, aren't I?
contains a grammatical error. 6. Ram never came again, did he?
Your eldest sister/ lives in / a big city,/ does (a) Ram never (b) Came
she? (c) did he (d) No error
(a) a big city (b) lives in SSC GD-14/02/2019 (Shift – I)
(c) does she (d) Your eldest sister
Ans. (d) : No error.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I Note:- The Question tag being positive or Negative
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'doesn't she' will be depend on whether the sense of the sentence is positive
used in place of 'does she' because question tag of or Negative. Since it is clear from the use of 'Never' in
positive sentence, is in Negative and question tag of the sentence that the sentence is giving negative sence
Negative Sentence is in positive. and it is clear from the use of came (V2) that the
Correct Sentence- sentence is in past indefinite. Hence its question tag will
Your eldest sister lives in a big city doesn't she? be positive & Past Indefinite helping verb 'did' will be
3. The following sentence has been split into four used. And the appropriate pronoun he will be used for
segments. Identify the segment that contains a Ram. Hence 'did he' will be used.
grammatical error.
The education of girls/ is a primary concern for B. ( Subject and Verb Agreement
the country,/ so it should be started early,/isn't
it? 7. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
(a) The education of girls error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
error'. To treat nightmare disorder, there is a
(b) isn't it number of medications and therapies.
(c) so it should be started early (a) of medications and therapies
(d) is a primary concern for the country (b) To treat nightmare disorder
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
(c) there is a number
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Shouldn't it' will be
used in place of 'isn't it' because Question tag of should (d) No error
is Shouldn't . SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (c) : There is error in part (c) because 'there are a Ans. (b) : In the underlined part of the above sentence
number' will be used in the place of 'there is a number'. 'love' will be used in place of 'loves' because when two
There is not the subject, the verb agrees with what subjects (Jiten and Hiru) are joined by and then plural
follows the verb. verb (love) is used.
A number→ Plural (verb) Correct Sentence -
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Jiten and Hiru love to eat french fries for lunch.
8. Find the part of the given sentence that has an 12. The following sentence has been split into four
error in it. If there is no error, choose segments. Identify the segment that contains a
‘No error’. grammatical error.
I am thirty-two years old and my sister are I were/ writing/ this poem/ last evening.
fifteen. (a) I were (b) writing
(a) I am thirty-two (b) years old and (c) This poem (d) Last evening
(c) my sister are fifteen. (d) No error SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (a) : In the given sentence of the above segment, 'I
Ans. (c) : The segment of the above given sentence – was' will be used in place of 'I were'. Because 'I' is used
‘my sister are fifteen’ is grammatically error because as singular number in past continuous tense. It is the
the verb ‘is’ is used in the place of ‘are’ as the subject is first person pronoun.
singular. Hence the correct sentence is– 'I was writing this poem
Singular subject + sing. Verb. last evening'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). 13. The following sentence has been split into four
9. Identify the segment that contains a segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error. If there is no error, select grammatical error.
'No error'. Rapid climate warming in/the One of these / boxes have / the portrait / of the
tundra biome have been linked/to increasing heiress.
shrub dominance. (a) of the heiress (b) One of these
(a) Rapid climate warming in (c) the portrait (d) boxes have
(b) No error SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) the tundra biome have been linked
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate option is (d) because
(d) to increasing shrub dominance. ‘boxes have’ is replaced by ‘boxes has’ because ‘one
SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I) of’ is used as a singular Subject.
Ans. (c) : The segment of the above given sentence – Note- One of + plural subject + singular verb
‘the tundra biome have been linked’ is grammatically Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
error, because the subject of the sentence is singular,
singular verb (has been) is used in the place of plural 14. The following sentence has been split into four
verb (have been). segments. Identify the segment that contains an
The correct segment is- ‘the tundra biome has been error.
linked’. Neetu have been/ waiting for me/ since 10
o’clock / in the morning.
10. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No (a) Neetu have been (b) in the morning
error’. (c) since 10 o’clock (d) waiting for me
India’s claim to be a world leader in SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I)
pharmaceuticals are heavily compromised. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence singular helping verb
(a) world leader in pharmaceuticals ‘has been’ will be used in the place of plural helping
(b) No error verb ‘have been’ because the subject of the sentence
(c) are heavily compromised. (Neetu) is singular.
(d) India’s claim to be a Correct sentence –
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II) Neetu has been waiting for since 100° clock in the
Ans. (c) : The above given sentence the part (c) 'are morning.
heavily compromised' has grammatically error, because 15. The following sentence has been split into four
in this sentence, the subject is singular (India's) segments. Identify the segment that contains a
therefore the verb (is) is used in the place of 'are'. grammatical error.
Thus the correct answer is (c). She always / invite me / to / dinner.
11. Parts of the following sentence have been (a) to (b) invite me
underlined and given as options. Select the (c) She always (d) dinner
option that contains an error. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Jiten and Hiru loves to eat french fries for Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Invites' (singular verb)
lunch. will be used in place of Invite (Plural verb) because
(a) French fries (b) Loves subject (she) is singular . Hence singular verb will be
(c) Lunch (d) Eat used.
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III) Correct sentence :– She always invites me to dinner.
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16. Find the part of the given sentence that has an Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'I have Learned' will be
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No used in place of 'I have Learn' because after has/have/had the
error'. main verb is always used in V3 form.
Bushfire have created havoc and exacerbated
the conditions of animals in the forest. Present Past Past
Infinitive
(a) Bushfire have created havoc Participle tense Participle
(b) and exacerbated the conditions learned learned
(c) No error To + Learn learning
or learnt or learnt
(d) of animals in the forest.
Correct Sentence -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
From my experience in mountain climbing. I have learned
Ans. (a) : In the above question 'has' will be used in learnt that physical fitness is very important.
place of 'have' because 'Bushfire' is Singular Subject. 20. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Hence Singular Verb (has) will be used. contains a grammatical error.
17. Identify the segment in the sentence which Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh says they
contains a grammatical error. If there is no are harvesting a bumper crop this year due to
error, then select the option "No error". good weather conditions.
Although people had been on watch and/ the (a) they are harvesting
watchkeepers were very tired/ everyone were (b) Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh says
up and buzzing. (c) a bumper crop this year
(a) No error (d) due to good weather conditions
(b) the watchkeepers were very tired SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
(c) everyone were up and buzzing. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Apple growers in
(d) Although people had been on watch and Himachal Pradesh Say' will be used in place of 'Apple
growers in Himachal Pradesh Says' because the Subject
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
(apple growers) of sentence is plural.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence ''was'' will be used in Hence plural verb (say) will be used.
place of ''were'' because Singular verb is used after Correct sentence–
''everyone''. Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh say they are harvesting.
Correct sentence- 21. The following sentence has been split into four
Although People had been on watch and the watch segments. Identify the segment that contains a
keepers were very tired, everyone was up and buzzing. grammatical error.
18. Find the part of the given sentence that has an A pack of wolves/were chasing/the deer/in the
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No forest.
error'. (a) A pack of wolves (b) were chasing
Plastic debris in the ocean can become coated (c) in the forest (d) the deer
with algae and other marine microbes that SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
produces a chemical scent. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'A pack of wolves' is a
(a) coated with algae and other singular noun, singular verb is used with any singular
(b) marine microbes that produces a chemical Noun, So 'was' will be used in place of 'were'.
scent. Correct Sentence-
(c) Plastic debris in the ocean can become A pack of wolves was chasing the deer in the forest.
(d) No error
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) 22. The following sentence has been split into
segments. One of them may contain an error.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence "Produce" will be used Identify the segment that contains a grammatical
in place of "Produces" because Relative pronoun 'that' is error. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
used for plural noun (marine microbes). Hence plural error' as your answer.
"verb" will be used. A shop nearby/sell all the goods/of daily use.
Note : By adding s/es to the main verb, it becomes a (a) A shop nearby (b) No error
singular verb. (c) Of daily use (d) Sell all the goods
Correct Sentence: SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III
Plastic debris in the ocean can become coated with Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Sells all the goods' will
algae and other marine microbes that produce a be used in place of 'Sell all the goods' because 'A shop'
chemical scent. is singular subject so singular verb will be used.
19. In the sentence identify the segment that contains a Correct Sentence-
grammatical error. A Shop nearby (Sells) all the goods of daily use.
From my experience in mountain climbing I have 23. The following sentence has been split into four
learn that physical fitness is very important. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(a) I have learn (b) from my experience grammatical error.
(c) is very important (d) that physical fitness The contrast between / Britain and other
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I countries / of Europe / are striking.
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(a) The contrast between 27. The following sentence has been divided into
(b) Britain and other countries parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
(c) of Europe the part that contains the error from the given
(d) are striking options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I error' as your answer.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'is striking' will be People sometimes asks me / why carbon dioxide
/ is important for the climate.
used in place of 'are striking' because 'contrast' is a (a) is important for the climate
singular subject so singular verb 'is' will be used. (b) why carbon dioxide
Correct Sentence- (c) No error
The contrast between Britain and other countries of (d) People sometimes asks me
Europe is striking. SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
24. The following sentence has been divided into Ans. (d) : In the above sentence ''people sometimes ask
parts. One of them may contain an error. me'' will be used in place of "people sometimes asks
Select the part that contains the error from the me" because the subject of the sentence 'people' is
given options. If you don't find any error, mark plural. Hence the verb 'ask' (plural) will be used.
‘No error’ as your answer. Correct Sentence –
Every Saturday, / the workers gets / their People sometimes ask me why carbon dioxide is
weekly wages. important for the climate.
(a) the workers gets (b) Every Saturday 28. The following sentence has been divided into
(c) No error (d) their weekly wages parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I the part that contains the error from the given
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'workers get' will be options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
error' as your answer.
used in place of 'workers gets' because plural verb (get) Safety measures makes risky activities less
is used with plural subject. (the workers) risky.
Correct sentence– (a) risky activities
Every saturday. the workers get their weekly wages. (b) No error
25. The following sentence has been divided into (c) Safety measures makes
parts. One of them may contain an error. Select (d) less risky
the part that contains the error from the given SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No Ans. (c) : In the above sentence "Safety measures
error’ as your answer. make" will be used in place of "Safety measures makes"
We ordered a Pizza/ which are one of/ my because the subject of the sentence is Safety measures
favourite foods. 'plural'. Hence the plural verb 'make' will be used
(a) No error (b) We ordered a Pizza Note – By adding's' to a verb, the verb become singular
(c) my favourite foods (d) which are one of and to make it plural, 's' removed from it.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III Correct Sentence–
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'is' will be used in place Safety measures make risky activities less risky.
of 'are' because 'which' relative Pronoun is used for 29. The following sentence has been divided into
'Pizza' which is singular, after that singular verb will be parts. One of them may contain an error.
used so 'is' will be used in place of 'are'. Select the part that contains the error from the
Correct Sentence given options. If you don’t find any error, mark
We ordered a pizza which is one of my favourite foods. ‘No error’ as your answer.
26. Parts of the following sentence have been given The App has been so well-developed / that it
as options. One of them may contain an error. anticipate / all the customers’ needs.
Select the part that contains the error from the (a) that it anticipate
given options. If you don't find any error, mark (b) No error
'No error' as your answer. (c) The App has been so well - developed
A significant number of students volunteers (d) all the customer's needs
each year for environmental projects. SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
(a) volunteers each year for Ans. (a) : In the above sentence "that it anticipates" will
(b) No error be used in place of "that it anticipate" because singular
(c) A significant number of students verb (Anticipates) is used after 'it'.
(d) environmental projects Correct Sentence - The App has been so well -
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I developed that it anticipates all the customers' needs.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence ''volunteer each year 30. The following sentence has been split into four
for" will be used in place of ''volunteers each year'' segments. Identify the segment that contains a
because plural verb (Volunteer) will be used for plural grammatical error.
The poet / and the author / is awarded / by the
subject (A significant number of Students). President.
Correct Sentence– (a) The poet (b) by the President
A significant number of students volunteer each year for (c) is awarded (d) and the author
environmental projects. SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'are' will be used in Ans. (b) : In the above sentence Subject 'the venue' is
place of 'is' because when two subjects are joined by in singular form. Hence verb also will be singular, so
and, And 'the' (article) is used before both subjects then 'has' will be used in place of 'have'.
both subject considers they are different person/things Correct sentence- The venue for the wedding has not
and it will be a plural subject so plural verb will be yet been finalised.
used. 35. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
Correct Sentence - contains the grammatical error.
The poet and the author are awarded by the president. Neither Amit nor Raju are staying with his
31. The following sentence has been split into four parents in Mumbai.
segments. Identify the segment that contains a (a) are staying
grammatical error. (b) in Mumbai
Even though Mahindra & Mahindra warn / (c) with his parents
consumers not to use low-standard engine oil, / (d) Neither Amit nor Raju
people refuse to read the instructions / and SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
damage their vehicles.
(a) consumers not to use low standard engine oil Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'is staying' will be
(b) people refuse to read the instructions used in place of 'are staying' because when two
(c) and damage their vehicles Subjects are connected with either ------ or, Neither ----
(d) Even though Mahindra & Mahindra warn nor then the verb is used according to the latter subject.
SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III (Raju)
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence "Even though Correct sentence- Neither Amit nor Raju is staying
Mahindra & Mahindra warns" will be used in place of with his parents in Mumbai.
'Even though Mahindra & Mahindra warn' because 36. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
Mahindra and Mahindra is a company and it is contains the grammatical error.
considered a singular Noun. Hence singular verb The list of candidates to be called for the
(V+s/es) will be used. interview were put up on the board.
Correct sentence - Even though Mahindra & Mahindra (a) for the interview
warns consumers Not to use low standard engine oil (b) The list of candidates
………….. (c) were put up on the board
32. In the given sentence, identify the segment (d) to be called
which contains a grammatical error. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
People has been warning in advance about the Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'was' will be used in
coming economic crisis. place of 'were' because the main Subject (The list) of
(a) People (b) economic crisis the sentence is singular. Hence singular verb (was) will
(c) in advance (d) has been warning be used.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I) Correct sentence- The list of candidates to be called
Ans. (d) In the above sentence 'people have been' will for the interview was put up on the board.
be used in place of 'people has been' because plural verb 37. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
(have) is used with people (plural subject). contains the grammatical error.
Correct sentence– One should be careful to re-read what they has
People have been warning in advance about the coming written.
economic crisis. (a) to re-read what (b) be careful
33. Identify the segment in the sentence which (c) One should (d) they has written
contains a grammatical error. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Neither Sam nor I are interested in attending Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'they have written'
the meeting. will be used in place of 'they has written' because
(a) are interested (b) in attending plural verb (have) will be used with plural subject
(c) Neither Sam nor I (d) the meeting (they).
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Correct sentence- One should be careful to re-read
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'am' will be used in what they have written.
place of 'are' because when two subjects are connected
with neither ----- nor either ----- or then the verb is 38. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
used according to the latter subject. (I) contains the grammatical error.
Correct sentence- Neither Sam nor I am interested in The box of paper clips are kept in the drawer.
attending the meeting. (a) are kept (b) The box
(c) of paper clips (d) in the drawer
34. Identify the segment in the sentence which
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
contains a grammatical error.
The venue for the wedding have not yet been Ans. (a) : In the above sentence The main Subject 'The
finalised box' is singular. Hence singular verb 'is' will be used in
(a) been finalised (b) have not yet the place of 'are'.
(c) The venue (d) for the wedding Correct sentence- The box of paper clips is kept in the
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39. Identify the segment in the sentence, which (a) a little nervous when
contains the grammatical error. (b) when we came into this room today.
Prema is the girl in my class who write (c) all of us were
beautiful poems. (d) No error
(a) Prema is the girl (b) who write SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) beautiful poems (d) in my class Ans. (d) : No error
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Note— The subject of the sentence 'All of us' is plural
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'writes' will be used in , So the use of 'were' is correct according to the Past
place of 'write' because the subject (Prema) of the sense.
sentence is singular and relative pronoun 'who' is used
(ii) little/a little is used with uncountable nouns and
for singular subject 'prema' hence 'who' will be treated
as singular. Hence singular form of verb (V1 + s/es) few/a few are used with countable nouns.
will be used. 44. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Correct sentence- Prema is the girl in my class who contains a grammatical error.
writes beautiful poems. Either Ramesh or Reema have the keys to the
40. Identify the segment in the sentence which cupboard.
contains the grammatical error. (a) to the cupboard (b) or Reema have
Very few countries in the world is as big as (c) the keys (d) Either Ramesh
India. SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) is (b) Very few countries Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'has' will be used in
(c) as big as (d) in the world place of 'have' because if two subjects are joined with
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D either ---- or then the verb is determined according to the
05/02/2019 (3:5pm) subject that comes after or. Hence, according to 'Reema'
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'are' will be used in the use of 'has' would be appropriate.
place of 'is' because the subject (very few countries) of Correct sentence-
the sentence is plural. Hence plural verb (are) will be Either Ramesh or Reema has the keys to the cupboard.
used in the place of 'is'.
45. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Correct sentence- Very few countries in the world are
as big as India. contains a grammatical error.
He is over eighty and dare not read without
41. Identify the segment in the sentence which glasses.
contains the grammatical error.
Neither Nita nor her sisters has applied for this (a) he is (b) over eighty and
job (c) without glasses (d) dare not read
(a) nor her (b) has applied SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) Neither Nita (d) for this job Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'can not' will be used
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D in place of 'dare not' because the use of 'can not'
05/02/2019 (3:5pm) (capacity) gives the appropriate meaning according to
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'have' will be used in the sense of sentence.
place of 'has' because when two subjects are connected Correct sentence-
with neither ---- nor, either ---- or then the verb is used He is over eighty and can not read without glasses.
according to the latter subject. (her sisters) 46. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Correct sentence- Neither Nita nor her sisters have contains a grammatical error.
applied for this job. Our new secretary’s performance have been
42. In the following, some part of the sentence may quite impressive.
have errors. Find out which part of the (a) secretary’s performance
sentence has an error and select the (b) quite impressive
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from (c) have been
error, select No Error. (d) our new
Modern medicines has scored significant SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
victories (1)/ against both infection and Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'has been' will be used
trauma- (2)/ the major causes of ill health and in place of 'have been' because 'Our New Secretary's
death. (3)/ No error (4) performance' is a singular Subject. Hence singular verb
(a) 1 (b) 2 (c) 3 (d) 4
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 'has been' will be used after it.
Correct sentence-
Ans. (a) In the above sentence 'have' will be used in
Our new secretary’s performance has been quite
place of 'has' because the subject (Modern medicines) is
plural. Hence plural verb (have) will be used. impressive.
Correct sentence- 47. In the sentence identify the segment which
Modern medicines have scored significant victories. contains the grammatical error.
43. Identify the segment in the sentence which Every employee of the company were given a
contains a grammatical error. If there is no two bedroom flat as Diwali bonus.
error, then select the option 'No error'. (a) a two bedroom flat (b) as Diwali bonus
All of us were a little nervous when we came (c) Every employee (d) were given
into this room today. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, Every employee of (a) Cows are amongst
the company is used as singular Noun, so 'was' will be (b) towards their young
used in place of 'were' (c) none shows more
(d) the gentlest of animals
Every + Singular noun + Singular Verb
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Correct Sentence : Ans : (c) In the above sentence plural verb 'Show' will
Every employee of the company was given a two be used in place of singular verb 'shows' because the
bedroom flat as Diwali bonus. verb coming after 'None' will be Singular or Plural
48. In the sentence identify segment which contains depending on the type of subject. In case of Singular
the grammatical error. Subject, singular verb will be used and in case of
Each of the girls have given an impressive plural Subject, Plural verb will be used. and here 'no
dance performance. he' is used for cows (plural).
(a) have given (b) Each of the girls Correct Sentence
(c) an impressive (d) dance performance Cows are amongst the gentlest of animals; none show
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) more passionate tenderness towards their young.
Ans : (a) In the above sentence singular verb 'has given' 52. In the sentence identify the segment which
will be used in place of plural verb 'have given' because contains the grammatical error.
after the Distributive pronoun each of / either of The cost of fruits and vegetables have risen
/Neither of Plural Noun/ Pronoun is used but the abnormally this month.
auxiliary verb is singular. (a) have risen (b) The cost of
(c) this month (d) abnormally
Each of / Neither of + Plural subject + Singular verb SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Correct Sentence Ans : (a) In the above sentence, 'has' will be used
Each of the girls has given an impressive dance instead of 'have' because the main subject is 'the cost'.
performance. Which is singular. hence the following verb will be
49. In the sentence identify the segment which singular accordingly. Hence has will be used.
contains the grammatical error. Correct sentence -
The Doon Valley with all its lights look The cost of fruits and vegetables has risen abnormally
this month.
beautiful at night from the top of the mountain.
(a) look beautiful (b) from the top 53. In the sentence identify the segment which
(c) at night (d) with all its lights contains the grammatical error.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) Friction reduce the efficiency of machines so
their value also gets reduced.
Ans : (a) In the above sentence The main subject 'The
(a) Friction reduce
Doon Valley is singular, hence the sentence being in (b) also gets reduced.
present Indefinite tense, the singular verb 'Looks' will (c) the efficiency of machines
be used by adding s/es at the end of the main verb. (d) so their value
Correct Sentence SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III)
The Doon Valley with all its lights looks beautiful at
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Friction reduces' will
night from the top of the mountain.
be used in place of 'Friction reduce' because friction is
50. In the sentence identify the segment which singular uncountable Noun, so singular verb (reduces)
contains the grammatical error. will be used.
The match is about to begin since the captain Correct sentence-
as well as the team are on the field. Friction reduces the efficiency of machines so their
(a) are on the field value also gets reduced.
(b) The matchis about to begin 54. In the sentence identify the segment which
(c) since the captain contains the grammatical error.
(d) as well as the team I am sure that neither Juhi nor Jaya are
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) responsible for breaking the vase.
Ans : (a) In the above sentence 'is' will be used in place (a) neither Juhi nor Jaya
of 'are' because when two subjects are connected with' (b) are responsible
as well as, like, with, besides, together with, no less (c) for breaking the vase
than, etc then the verb is used according to the first (d) I am sure that
Subject. (The captain) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct Sentence Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'is responsible' will be
The match is about to begin since the captain as well as used in place of 'are responsible' because when two
the team is on the field. subjects are connected with neither ----- nor either ----
51. In the sentence identify the segment which or then the verb 'is' used according to the Letter
contains the grammatical error. Subject. (Jaya) which is singular.
Cows are amongst the gentlest of animals; none Correct sentence -
shows more passionate tenderness towards I am sure that neither Juhi nor Jaya is responsible for
their young. breaking the vase.
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55. In the sentence identify the segment which 59. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains the grammatical error. contains the grammatical error.
There is many modes of travel to go to Agra Saurav Ganguly have emerged as the new
but I prefer road travel. President of the BCCI after a night long
(a) to go to discussion.
(b) prefer road travel (a) Saurav Ganguly have emerged
(c) Agra but I (b) as the new President
(d) There is many modes (c) of the BCCI
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) (d) after a night long discussion
Ans. (d) : The main subject of the sentence is Many SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
modes of travel which is plural, so helping verb will be Ans : (a) In the above sentence Singular verb 'has' will
also plural. be used in place of plural verb 'have' because the subject
Note- If any sentence starts with Introductory subject (Saurav Ganguly) of the sentence is in Singular
'there' then the main subject is used after 'verb'. Number.
Correct Sentence- Correct sentence-
There are many modes of travel to go to Agra but I Saurav Ganguly has emerged as the new President of
prefer road travel. the BCCI after a night long discussion.
56. In the Sentence identify the segment which 60. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error. contains the grammtical error. If there is no
Ten kilometers are a long distance to cover on error, select 'No error'.
foot for a child. The monsoon have, in the past five days,
(a) Ten kilometers are (b) for a child retreated from most parts of the country.
(c) to cover on foot (d) a long distance (a) No error
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I) (b) The monsoon have
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Ten kilometers is' (c) retreated from most parts
will be used in place of 'Ten kilometers are' because (d) in the past five days
'Ten kilometers is used as a unit so it is considered as a SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
singular subject. so singular verb (is) is used after it'. Ans : (b) In the above Sentence 'The monsoon has' will
Correct Sentence- be used in place of 'The monsoon have' because
Ten kilometers is a long distance to cover on foot for a 'Monsoon' is an uncountable Noun, So Singular verb
child. (has) will be used for it.
57. In the sentence identify the segment which Correct sentence-
contains the grammatical error. The monsoon has, in the past five days, retreated from
The child along with his parents were waiting most parts of the country.
for the programme to begin. 61. In the sentence identify the segment which
(a) The child contains the grammatical error.
(b) along with his parents Only one copy of the book, running into 1200
(c) programme to begin pages, on Gandhiji's visit to the State of
(d) were waiting for the Andhra Pradesh, remain now.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) (a) running into 1200 pages
(b) remain now
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'was waiting for the'
(c) only one copy of the book
will be used in place of 'were waiting for the' because
(d) on Gandhiji's visit to the State
when two subject are connected with as well as', with,
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
together with, along with etc the verb is used to
according to the first subject. (The child) Ans. (b) : In the above sentence singular verb
Correct Sentence- 'Remains' will be used in place of Plural verb 'Remain'
The child along with his parents was waiting for the because the Subject (only one copy) of the sentence is
programme to begin. singular.
Correct sentence-
58. Identify the segment in the sentence which Only one copy of the book, running into 1200 pages,
contains the grammatical error. on Gandhiji's visit to the State of Andhra Pradesh,
Note down my phone number in case you needs remains now.
to ring me up.
(a) Note down (b) to ring me up 62. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(c) my phone number (d) in case you needs contains the grammatical error.
The two states frequently has differences over
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
the use of the river water especially during the
Ans : (d) In the above sentence 'need' (Plural verb) will summer months.
be used in place of needs (Singular verb) because the (a) has differences
subject (you) of the sentence is in plural Number. (b) over the use of the river water
Correct Sentence- (c) especially during the summer months
Note down my phone number in case you need to ring (d) The two states frequently
me up. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans : (a) In the above sentence 'have differences' will be Ans : (c) In the above Sentence 'have agreed' will be
used in place of 'has differences' because the subject (Two used in place of 'has agreed' because the main subject
states) of the Sentence is plural. Hence plural verb 'have' (promoters) of the sentence is plural. Hence plural verb
will be used. (have) will be used.
Correct sentence- Correct Sentence-
The two states frequently have differences over the use The promoters of Med. Hospitals have agreed to sell
of the river water especially during the summer months. their business to Pal Hospitals.
63. Identify the segment which contains the 67. In the sentence identify the segment which
grammatical error. contains the grammatical error.
The members of the victorious football team as Many of China's exports has been redirected to
well as the captain was congratulated. the domestic market in view of the more
(a) was congratulated consumption-driven economy.
(b) as well as the captain (a) has been redirected
(c) The members of the (b) Many of China's exports
(d) victorious football team (c) in view of the more consumption-driven
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) economy
Ans : (a) In the above sentence Plural helping verb (d) to the domestic market
'were' will be used in place of singular helping verb SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
'was' because when two subjects are connected with as Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'have been redirected'
well as, with, like, besides etc the verb is used will be used in place of 'has been redirected' because
according to the first subject. (football team) the subject 'exports' is plural. Hence plural verb 'have'
Correct sentence- will be used.
The members of the victorious football team as well as
Note- Many a + singular noun + singular Verb
the captain were congratulated.
64. Identify the segment which contains the Correct Sentence-
grammatical error. Many of China's exports have been redirected to the
Each of the pictures have been signed by the domestic market in view of the more consumption-
football star. driven economy.
(a) the pictures (b) Each of 68. In the sentence identify the segment which
(c) have been (d) signed by contains the grammatical error.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III) The Cannes Film Festival attract some of the
Ans : (c) In the above Sentence 'has been' will be used world's most famous people.
in place of ' have been' because each of, either of, (a) The Cannes Film Festival
always followed by plural Noun and Singular verb (b) most famous people
(has). (c) attract some of
Each of / Either Of / Neither of + Plural Noun + Singular verb (d) the world's
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct Sentence-
Each of the pictures has been signed by the football star. Ans : (c) In the above sentence 'attracts' will be used in
place of 'attract' because the main subject (The Cannes
65. Identify the segment which contains the film festival) is singular. Hence singular verb (attracts)
grammatical error. will be used.
The number of visitors at the fair were much Correct Sentence-
larger than expected. The Cannes film festival attracts some of the world's
(a) than expected (b) were much larger
most famous people.
(c) the number of (d) visitors at the fair
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II) 69. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains a grammatical error.
Ans : (b) In the above Sentence 'was much larger' will
The environment protection policy need to
be used in place of 'were much larger' because the main
subject (the number) of the sentence is singular. Hence become stricter if we wish to combat climate
singular verb (was) will be used. change.
(a) The environment protection policy
Correct Sentence-
The number of visitors at the fair was much larger than (b) need to become stricter
expected. (c) combat climate change
(d) if we wish to
66. In the sentence identify the segment which SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
contains the grammatical error.
The promoters of Med Hospitals has agreed to Ans. (b) In the above sentence 'needs to become stricter'
sell their business to Pal Hospitals. will be used in place of 'need to become stricter' because
(a) The promoters of the main subject 'The Environment protection policy' is
(b) to sell their business singular. Hence singular verb ' needs' will be used.
(c) Med Hospitals has agreed Correct Sentence-
(d) to Pal Hospitals The environment protection policy needs to become
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70. Select the segment in the sentence, which 74. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains a grammatical error. contains the grammatical error.
Plenty of people likes to celebrate New Year's Thomas is a man of word who have been paying
eve with their family and friends. back the borrowed money in instalments.
(a) likes to celebrate (a) who have been paying back
(b) Plenty of people (b) in instalments
(c) New year's eve with (c) Thomas is a man of word
(d) their family and friends (d) the borrowed money
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'like' will be used in Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Who has been playing
place of 'likes' because the noun used after 'plenty of' is back' will be used in place of 'Who have been playing
plural so verb will also be used in plural form. back' because pronoun 'who' is used for the subject
Plenty of + Countable plural noun + Plural verb 'Thomas' which is singular. Hence singular verb (has)
will be used.
Plenty of + Uncountable noun + Singular verb
Correct sentence-
Note-Hate, stop, finish, enjoy, prefer, keep, like + Thomas is a man of word who has been paying back
present participle (–ing form of verb) the borrowed money in instalments.
Correct Sentence- 75. In the given sentence identify the segment
Plenty of people like celebrating New Year's eve with
their family and friends. which contains the grammatical error.
The neighbourhood were getting disturbed
71. In the given sentence identify the segment with the loud music that was playing at the
which contains the grammatical error. wedding party in the big bungalow.
Scientist have recently announced that a more (a) at the wedding party
effective antidote for snake bite venom has
been made. (b) in the big bungalow
(a) Scientist have (c) that was playing
(b) for snake bite venom has been made (d) The neighbourhood were getting disturbed
(c) recently announced SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)
(d) that a more effective antidote Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'The neighbourhood
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I) was getting disturbed' will be used in place of 'The
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'has' will be used in neighbourhood were getting disturbed' because the
place of 'have' because scientist is a singular subject, subject of the sentence 'neighbourhood' is uncountable
Hence the verb will also be in singular. Noun. Hence singular verb (was) will be used.
Correct Sentence- Correct sentence-
"Scientist has recently announced that a more effective The neighbourhood was getting disturbed with the
antidote for snakebite venom has been made." loud music that was playing at the wedding party in the
72. In the sentence identify the segment which big bungalow.
contains the grammatical error. 76. In the given sentence identify the segment
Everyone are very well equipped with his own which contains a grammatical error.
weapons. Someone have walked away with my umbrella.
(a) Everyone are (b) very well equipped (a) away with (b) Someone
(c) own weapons (d) with his (c) have walked (d) my umbrella
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Everyone is' will be Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'has walked' will be
used in place of 'Everyone are' because each one, used in place of 'have walked' because someone, each,
everyone etc. is used as singular subject. Hence one etc if used as a subject then singular verb is used
helping verb will be in singular (is). with them.
Correct Sentence- Correct sentence-
Everyone is very well equipped with his own weapons. Someone has walked away with my umbrella.
73. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains the grammatical error. 77. Identify the segment in the given sentence
The simplest way to get proper recognition are which contains the grammatical error.
through doing things with dedication and Soni take her daughter to the park in the
sincerity. evening in a stroller.
(a) are through doing things (a) Soni take her daughter (b) to the park
(b) The simplest way (c) in a stroller (d) in the evening
(c) to get proper recognition SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(d) with dictation and sincerity Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Soni takes her
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III) daughter' will used in place of 'Soni take her daughter'
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence subject 'The simplest because Soni is in singular Number. Hence singular
way is in singular form, so the verb will also be in verb (takes) will be used. Since the sentence is in
singular. Hence 'is through doing things' will be used present indefinite tense. Verb is made singular by
in place of 'are through doing things'. adding 's/es' in the end of the verb.
Correct Sentence- Correct sentence-
The simplest way to get proper recognition is through Soni takes her daughter to the park in the evening in a
doing things with dedication and sincerity. stroller.
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78. In the given sentences, identify the segment 82. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
which contains a grammatical error. error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No error'.
Everyone are asking for passes to the music The doctor with his interns are due to arrive
festival at Nehru Park. here by noon./No error
(a) at Nehru Park (b) for passes (a) interns are due
(c) to the music festival (d) Everyone are asking (b) No error
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) (c) The doctor with his
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence "Everyone is asking" (d) to arrive here by noon
will be used in place of "Everyone are asking" because SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II)
if each, Everyone, one etc used as a singular subject
then the verb is used in singular form. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'is' will be used in
Correct sentence- place of 'are' because the main subject 'the doctor' is
Everyone is asking for passes to the music festival at singular. Hence singular verb will be used.
Nehru Park. Correct sentence-
79. In the sentence identify the segment which The doctor with his interns is due to arrive here by
contains the grammatical error. noon.
Some of the issues discussed on the media 83. Identify the segment in the sentence which
nowadays has no relevance to the nation- contains the grammatical error.
building process. Virat Kohli is one of the best batsmen that
(a) on the media nowadays world have seen.
(b) to the nation-building process (a) Virat Kohli is (b) one of the best
(c) some of the issues discussed (c) world have seen (d) batsmen that the
(d) has no relevance SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : In the sentence singular verb 'has' will be
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'have no relevance' used in place of plural verb "have" because 'that' is
will be used in place of 'has no relevance' because the used for 'Virat Kohli' and it is singular Noun and
subject (Some of the issues) of the sentence is plural.
hence plural verb (have) will be used. singular verb is used after singular Noun.
Correct sentence- Correct sentence-
Some of the issues discussed on the media nowadays [Virat Kohli is one of the best batsmen that world has
have no relevance to the nation-building process. seen]
80. In the given sentence identify the segment 84. Identify the segment in the sentence which
which contains the grammatical error. contains the grammatical error.
Your skill lie in cheering up people who are One of the friends were doubtful that the plan
stressed out, wound up or generally just would work.
annoyed. (a) that the plan (b) were doubtful
(a) Your skill lie (c) would work (d) one of the friends
(b) who are stressed out wound up SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) or generally just annoyed Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'was doubtful' will be
(d) in cheering up people used in place of 'were doubtful' because plural Noun
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) and singular verb is used after 'one of the'.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'your skill lies' will be
used in place of 'your skill lie' because the subject ' your One of the + Plural noun + Singular verb
skill' is singular Noun. Hence singular verb (Lies) will Correct sentence-
be used. Verb is made singular by adding 's/es'. ''One of the friends was doubtful that the plan would
Correct sentence- work.''
Your skill lies in cheering up people who are stressed
out, wound up or generally just annoyed. 85. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error.
81. Find the part of the given sentence that has an Each of these players have been warned not to
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
error'. repeat the silly mistakes.
Sterling is only twenty four but have achieved (a) Each of these players
so much in his professional football career. (b) the silly mistakes
(a) but have achieved so much (c) warned not to repeat
(b) in his professional football career (d) have been
(c) No error SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(d) Sterling is only twenty four Ans. (d) : In the above sentence singular verb 'has
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) been' used in place of plural verb 'have been' because
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'but has achieved so each of either of, Neither of always followed by plural
much' will be used in place of 'but have achieved so Noun and singular verb.
much' because the subject (Sterling) is singular. Hence Each of / Either of / Neither of + Plural noun + Singular verb
singular verb 'has' will be used.
Correct sentence- Correct sentence-
Sterling is only twenty four but has achieved so much Each of these players has been warned not to repeat the
in his professional football career. silly mistakes.
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86. Identify the segment in the sentence which Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'has been a fan' will be
contains the grammatical error. used in place of 'have been a fan' because the subject'
A Superintendent of Police have the authority The 91 year old lady' of The sentence is singular.
to suspend an inspector. Hence singular verb 'has' will be used for it.
(a) authority to suspend Correct Sentence-
(b) have the The 91 year old lady has been a fan of cricket for
(c) A Superintendent of Police decades.
(d) an inspector 90. From the given options, identify the segment in
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I) the sentence which contains the grammatical
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'A superintendent of error.
police is a singular subject and singular verb always The constitutional order on which the Indian
used with singular subject. Hence singular verb 'has' State run is that there shall be no
will be used in place of plural verb 'have'. discrimination on the basis of religion.
Correct sentence- (a) There shall be (b) order on which
A Superintendent of Police has the authority to (c) on the basis of (d) Indian State run
suspend an inspector. SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
87. Identify the segment in the sentence which Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Indian state runs' will
be used in place of 'Indian state run' because the
contains the grammatical error.
subject "The Indian state" is singular. Hence singular
The mother as well as her children were
verb (runs) will be used.
brought to the police station for interrogation.
Correct sentence-
(a) her children were brought The constitutional order on which the Indian State runs
(b) to the police station is that there shall be no discrimination on the basis of
(c) for interrogation religion.
(d) The mother as well as
91. From the given options, identify the segment in
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
the sentence which contains the grammatical
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'her children was error.
brought' will be used in place of her children were We must visit this ancient temple which are a
brought' because when Two nouns are connected with hundred years old.
"as well as" then the verb is used according to the first (a) this ancient temple (b) a hundred years old
Noun (Mother) which is singular. Hence singular verb (c) We must visit (d) which are
(was) will be used. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct sentence- Ans. (d) : 'This ancient temple' used in above sentence
The mother as well as her children was brought to the is in singular number, so after which it would be
police station for interrogation. appropriate to use singular verb 'is' in place of plural
88. Find the part of the given sentence that has an verb 'are' because 'which' is relative pronoun used for
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No 'this ancient temple'.
error'. correct sentence -
It take her a long time to get over her failure in We must visit this ancient temple which is a hundred
the examination./ No error years old.
(a) long time to get over 92. From the given options, identify the segment in
(b) her failure in the examination the sentence which contains the grammatical
(c) No error error.
(d) It take her a The researchers have found that all species
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) makes a constructive contribution to the
Ans. (d) : : In the above sentence singular verb 'takes' ecology of the earth.
will be used in place of plural verb 'take' because (a) a construction contribution to
Pronoun 'it' is singular and singular verb used for it. (b) that all species makes
Correct sentence- (c) the ecology of the earth
[It takes her a long time to get over her failure in the (d) The researchers have found
examination]. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
89. Find the part of the given sentence that has an Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'That all species make'
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No will be used in place of "that all species makes"
error'. because plural verb (make) will be used according to
The 91 year old lady have been a fan of cricket plural subject 'all species'.
for decades./No error Note— Assertive sentence of Present Indefinite tense
(a) of cricket for decades is formed by adding s/es at the end of the verb to make
(b) No error singular verb.
(c) The 91 year old lady Correct sentence -
(d) have been a fan The researchers have found that all species make a
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) constructive contribution to the ecology of the earth.
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93. From the given options, identify the segment in 97. The following sentence has been split into four
the sentence which contains the grammatical segments. Identify the segment that contains a
error. grammatical error.
The population of Sri Lanka are less than that My sister / is come for a short holiday / from
of India. the US.
(a) than that (b) Sri Lanka are (a) My sister (b) from the US
(c) of India (d) The population (c) a short holiday (d) is come for
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence subject 'The
population' is in singular, hence the use of helping verb Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'has' will be used in
will be in singular. So in the place of plural verb 'are' place of 'is' because according to sense of the sentence it
use of singular verb 'is' would be appropriate. is in present perfect tense and in it, 'has/have' is used as
Correct sentence - a helping verb. Hence option (d) is correct answer.
The population of Sri Lanka is less than that of India. 98. Parts of the following sentence have been
underlined and given as options. Select the
C. Form of Verb (Tense/number) option that contains an error.
The Dutta company has not being making new
94. Find the part of the given sentence that has an school bags since the lockdown commenced.
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
error'. (a) commenced (b) has not
There is no big deal if she didn't came to the (c) being (d) since
party. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
(a) came to the party (b) No error Ans. (c) : In the above given underlined words are
(c) There is no big (d) deal if she didn't correct except 'being' so been (V3) will be used in place
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) of 'being' because sentence is in present perfect tense
then his structure will be
Ans. (a) : For the above given parts of sentence part (a)
will be incorrect because did not come did + not + VI Sub + has/have + V3 + Obj.
is used in the place of didn't came (didn't + v2). Thus, the correct answer is option (c)
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). 99. The following sentence has been split into four
95. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a
segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
grammatical error. Binay said that / he is coming / from / his
Her bookstore flourished/because/she picks/ a village, Jaygarh.
good location. (a) from
(a) Her bookstore flourished (b) his village, Jaygarh
(b) Because (c) he is coming
(c) A good location (d) Binary said that
(d) She picks SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : In the above given sentence, the segment 'he
Ans. (d) : There is an error in option (d) and 'picked' is coming' is grammatically error because this sentence
will be used instead of 'picks' because from the use of will be indirect form of past continuous tense and when
'flourished' (V2) in the sentence it is clear that the given the reporting verb (in indirect narration) is in past tense,
sentence is in past tense. Therefore, use of 'picked' (V2) verb of the reported speech is in past tense. Hence 'he
would be appropriate. was coming' will be used in place of 'he is coming'.
Correct Sentence- The correct sentence- 'Binary said that he was coming
Her bookstore flourished because she picked a good from his village, Jaygarh.'
location. 100. The following sentence has been split into four
96. The given sentence is decided into three segments. Identify the segment that contains a
segments. Select the option that has the grammatical error.
segment with a grammatical error. If there is The doctor came / after the patient / had / pass
no error, select 'no error' as your answer. away.
It will take/5 minutes to/preparing a cup of tea. (a) after the patient (b) pass away
(a) No error (b) Preparing a cup of tea
(c) It will take (d) 5 minutes to (c) The doctor came (d) had
SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
Ans. (b) : There is an error is option (b) of the given Ans. (b) : The segment of the above given sentence
sentence. 'Prepare' will be used instead of 'prepring' 'pass away is grammatically error, because Passed away
because the first form of the verb (V1) is used after the (V3) is used in the place of 'pass away' (V1),
infinitive 'to' Therefore, use of 'prepare' would be Note- The given sentence is in Past Perfect Tense in
appropriate. which 'V3' is used with 'had'.
Correct Sentence- The correct sentence is- 'The docter come after the
In will take 5 minutes to prepare a cup of tea. patient had passed away'.
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101. The following sentence has been divided into Ans. (b) : Parts of the above sentence in option (b) 'the
parts. One of them may contain an error. accident occuring blast' is grammatically error because
Select the part that contains the error from the 'Occurred' (past participle) is used instead of
given options. If you don’t find any error, mark 'occurring'.
‘No error’ as your answer. The correct segment – 'the accident occurred blast.'
My students / had expect / guidance from my Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
end.
(a) had expect 105. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
(b) My students error in it. If there is on error, choose 'No
(c) guidance from my end error' .
(d) No error Workers and companies in all sectors can
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I) contribute their skills to meet society new
needs.
Ans. (a) : In the above given sentence there is
containing an error in option (a) ‘had expect’ because (a) sectors can contribe their skills
sentence is in ‘past perfect tense’ (S + had + v3 +other) (b) No error
‘The word ‘had expect’ is replaced by ‘had expected’. (c) to meet society new needs.
Correct Sentece- (d) Workers and companies in all
The my students had expected guidance from my end. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II)
102. The following sentence has been split into four Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'meeting' will be used
segments. Identify the segment that contains a in place of 'meet'. because 'gerund' (v1 + ing) is used
grammatical error. after contribute
I play / cricket in / my childhood / with my Correct Sentence
sister. Workers and companies in all sectors can contribute
(a) Play (b) With my sister their skills to meeting society new needs.
(c) Cricket in (d) My childhood
106. The following sentence has been split into four
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) segments. Identify the segment that contains a
Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, 'Played' will be used in grammatical error.
the place of 'Play' because the sense of the sentence is We / has seen / that movie / before.
Past Indifinite tense and (verb2) will be used.
(a) before (b) We
Correct Sentece-
(c) that movie (d) has seen
I played cricket in my childhood with my sister.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
103. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment that contains a Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'have seen' will be
grammatical error. used in place of 'has seen' because the subject (we) of
When I was in 5th grade,/I use to / ride on my / the sentence is plural noun. Hence plural verb 'have'
red bicycle. will be used.
(a) When I was in 5th grade, Correct Sentence -
(b) ride on my We have seen that movie before.
(c) I use to 107. Parts of the following sentence are given as
(d) red bicycle option. Ldentify the part contains a
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) grammatical error. If there is on error, select
Ans. (c) : Part (c) of the sentence 'I use to' is erroneous. ‘No error’.
It has to be replaced with modal verb 'I used to' . used to Shyam, so good with weapons, fail to find the
refers to talking about something that happened in the words / to tell him everything he’d dome / so
past or existed in the past. used to + infinitive is used to far, all the compromises he’d made, had been
talk about past situation that in no longer true. for love.
Correct Sentence (a) to tell him that everything he’d done
when I was in 5th grade I used to ride on my red (b) Shyam, so good with weapons, fail to find the
bicycle. words
104. Parts of the following sentence have been given (c) so far, all the compromises he’d made, had
as options. One of them may contain an error. been for love.
Select the option that contains the error. If you (d) No error
don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your
answer. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
Nobody from the gathering of odd people could Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, "Failed" will be used
guess the accident occurring blast. in place of "fail" because given sentence is in 'Past
(a) Nobody from the gathering Indefinite' tense. Hence V2 will be used.
(b) the accident occurring blast Correct Sentence:
(c) No error Shyam, so good with weapons failed to find the words
(d) of odd people could guess to tell him that everything he'd done so far, all the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II) compromises held made, had been for love.
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108. Parts of the following sentence are given as 112. The following sentence has been split into four
option. Identify the part that contains a segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error. If there is no error, select grammatical error.
‘No error’. She has given/me a book/last week/which I
That will truly / been a milestone to / celebrate. returned.
(a) No error (b) celebrate. (a) last week (b) She has given
(c) been a milestone to (d) That will truly (c) me a book (d) which I returned
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I) SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, "be" will be used in Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'She had given' will be
place of 'been' because will be/shall be is used in Simple used in place of 'She has given' because last week
Future Tense. makes it clear that the sentence in past tense. So the
Correct Sentence: helping verb of past perfect tense (had) will be used.
This will truly be a milestone to celebrate. Correct Sentence-
She had given me a book last week which I returned.
109. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error. If there is no 113. In the given sentence, identify the segment that
error, select 'No error' contains a grammatical error.
We watched the workmen to repair the tiles of 'Occupation' means the work or job people do
the kitchen. not to earning money.
(a) of the kitchen (a) 'Occupation' means (b) the work or job
(b) We watched the workmen (c) to earning money (d) people do
(c) No error SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
(d) to repair the tiles Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'to earn' will be used in
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) place of 'to earning' because 'VerbI' is used after
Ans : (d) In the above sentence ‘Repairing’ will be infinitive 'to'.
used in place of ‘repair’ because gerund (verb1 + ing) is Correct sentence– 'Occupation' means the work or job
used after 'watch'. (verb) people do not to earn money.
Watch + somebody + doing + something 114. In the sentence identify the segment that
Correct sentence :- contains a grammatical error.
We watched the workmen repairing the tiles of the Suman told me that she didn't know how to
kitchen. operates her net banking account.
110. Identify the segment in the sentence which (a) operates (b) how to
contains a grammatical error. If there is no (c) told me (d) she didn't know
error, then select the option 'No error'. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
Sh! Someone listens to our conversation. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'operate' will be used in
(a) No error (b) listens to place of 'operates' because 'to + VI' is used (to + VI
(c) Sh! Someone (d) our conversation without s/es)
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) Correct sentence:-
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, ‘is listening to’ would Suman told me that she didn't know how to operate her
be appropriate instead of ‘listens to’. Because the net banking account.
sentence is giving continuous sense.
Hence the structure of present continuous tense will be 115. Identify the segment in the sentence which
used. contains a grammatical error.
I remember to meet her at a conference in
subject + is / am / are + verb1 + ing + object + other words Delhi last year.
Correct sentence :- (a) to meet her (b) I remember
Sh! someone is listening to our conversation (c) at a conference (d) in Delhi last year
111. The following sentence has been split into four SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
segments. Identify the segment that contains a Ans. (a) : Use of both indefinite and gerund is possible
grammatical error. with Remember. But if we talk about the past in the
My cousin, Jawahar,/visited me at home/and sentence. We use the gerund and in the future, we will
asked me/what I am reading. use the infinitive.
(a) what I am reading In the given sentence, Last year means past has been
(b) visited me at home talked about. So 'meet her' will be replaced by "meeting
(c) and asked me her". Hence option (a) will be correct.
(d) My cousin, Jawahar
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I 116. The following sentence has been split into four
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'What I was reading' segments. Identify the segment that contains a
will be used in place of 'What I am reading' because if grammatical error.
'first clause is in past, then second clause will also be in She had resign/from the/post before/he
past tense. apologised.
Correct Sentence- (a) he apologised (b) post before
My cousin, Jawahar, visited me at home and asked me (c) she had resign (d) from the
what I was reading. SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III
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Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'had resigned' will be 120. The following sentence has been split into four
used in place of 'had resign' because verb3 is used after segments. Identify the segment that contains a
'had' grammatical error.
Note:– If the two clauses connected with After/Before, There is many ways/to make/a stranger
the work that was completed earlier is used in past feel/welcome in the community.
perfect and the work that was completed later is used in (a) welcome in the community
past indefinite tense. (b) a stranger feel
Correct Sentence- (c) to make
She had resigned from the post before he apologised. (d) there is many ways
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
117. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment that contains a Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'are' will be used in the
grammatical error. place of 'is' because the subject 'many ways' is plural.
Hence plural verb (are) will be used.
My boss keeps telling me/all the time/ that
money/doesn't grows on trees. Note– When 'there' is used at the beginning of the
sentence, the verb is used according to the subject used
(a) My boss keeps telling me after the verb.
(b) all the time
Correct sentence–
(c) doesn't grows on trees
There are many ways to make a stranger feel welcome
(d) that money in the community.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
121. Parts of the following sentence have been given
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'doesn't grow on tree'
as options. One of them may contain an error.
will be used in place of doesn't grows on tree because Select the part that contains the error from the
the verb of present Indefinite negative sentence, is used given options. If you don't find any error, mark
without s/es. Whereas in affirmative sentence VI + s/es 'No error' as your answer.
is used. The goons fled after kill a boy in the street.
Correct Sentence - (a) No error (b) boy in the street
My boss keeps telling me all the time that money (c) after kill a (d) The goons fled
doesn't grow on tree. SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
118. The following sentence has been split into four Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'after killing a' will be
segments. Identify the segment that contains a used in place of 'after kill a' because (V + ing) form of
grammatical error. verb will be used after preposition (after).
I goes/to the school/every day/irrespective of Correct Sentence –
the weather. The goons fled after killing a boy in the street.
(a) to the school
122. The following sentence has been split into
(b) every day segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(c) irrespective of the weather grammatical error.
(d) I goes My guide / was blind / but he bring / me home
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I safely.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'go' will be used in (a) but he bring (b) My guide
place of 'goes' because plural verb is always used with
'I'. (c) was blind (d) me home safely
Note– The natural form of all verb (form) is plural and SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
it is made singular by adding s/es. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'but he brought' will be
Correct Sentence- used in place of 'but he bring' because the first clause of
I go to the school every day irrespective of the weather. the sentence is in past. Then sub-ordinate Clause (if
clause) will also be in the 'past'. So 'verb2' will be used.
119. The following sentence has been split into four Correct sentence-
segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error. My guide was blind but he brought me home safely
Elina is/travelling/since/yesterday. 123. The following sentence has been split into four
(a) yesterday (b) Elina is segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(c) since (d) travelling grammatical error.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III Will you / care for / a cup of / hot coffee?
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'has been' will be used (a) a cup of (b) care for
in place of 'is' because it is clear from the use of since + (c) Will you (d) hot coffee
time (yesterday) that the sentence is in present perfect SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
continuous tense. Therefore, 'has been' will be used as a Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'would you' will be
helping verb for the singular subject (Elina) in the used in place of 'will you' because, 'Would' is used for
sentence. formal "Invitation/ Proposal".
Correct sentence - Correct sentence–
Elian has been travelling since yesterday. Would you care for a cup of hot coffee?
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124. The following sentence has been split into four 128. The following sentence has been divided into
segments. Identify the segment that contains a parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
grammatical error. the part that contains the error from the given
He allowed / his son to drive / but he warn him/ options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
of the danger. error' as your answer.
(a) his son to drive (b) of the danger Sometimes I act / like a fool, and she has / to
(c) but he warn him (d) He allowed step into save me.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II (a) Sometimes I act
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'but he warned him' (b) like a fool and she has
will be used in place of 'but he warn him' because it is in
Past Tense, then the second clause will also be in Past (c) No error
tense in which 'verb2' is used. (d) to step into save me
Correct Sentence– SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
He allowed his son to drive but he warned him of the Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'to step to save me' will
danger. be used in place of 'to step into save me' because Noun
125. The following sentence has been split into four form is needed in the sentence, so infinitive (to + VI)
segments. Identify the segment that contains a will be used here as a noun.
grammatical error. Correct Sentence–
Did you / recall to meet / her at the party / last Sometime I act like a fool, and she has to step to save
night? me.
(a) last night (b) Do you
129. The following sentence has been divided into
(c) recall to meet (d) her at the party parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II the part that contains the error from the given
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'recall meeting' will be options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
used in place of 'recall to meet' because recall is error' as your answer.
followed by gerund (V + ing) not infinitive (to +V1)
Frank has being making / the rounds,
correct sentence – Did you recall meeting her at the advancing a theory ' that I believe is not
party last night without merit.
126. The following sentence has been split into four (a) the rounds, advancing a theory
segments. Identify the segment that contains a (b) No error
grammatical error.
you should / have respond / to my query / (c) Frank has being making
sooner. (d) that I believe is not without merit
(a) to my query (b) sooner SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II
(c) have respond (d) you should Ans. (c) : In the above sentence frank has been making'
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II will be used in place of 'Frank has being making'
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'have responded' will be because the sentence is in present perfect continuous
used in the place of 'have respond' because past tense.
participle (V3) is used after 'should have'. Correct Sentence –
Correct sentence - Frank has been making the rounds, advancing a theory
you should have responded to my query sooner. that I believe is not without merit.
127. The following sentence has been divided into 130. Parts of the following sentence have been given
parts. One of them may contain a grammatical as options. One of them may contain an error.
error. Select the part that contains the error Select the part that contains the error from the
from the given options. If you don’t find any given options. If you don's find any error, mark
error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.
If the economy fails / this year it reflect badly / 'No error' as your answer.
on the government. At Seven began the education that was to
(a) on the government making the young boy a citizen and a soldier.
(b) this year it reflect badly (a) No error
(c) No error (b) At seven began he education
(d) If the economy fails (c) boy a citizen and a soldier
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I (d) that was to making the young
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'this year it reflects SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II
badly' will be used in place of 'this year it reflect badly'
because subject 'it' is singular. Hence singular verb Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'that was to make the
reflects) will be used. young' will be used in place of 'that was to making the
Note :– Verb is made singular by adding s/es while young' because 'to + VI' is use as an infinitive which
Noun is made plural by adding s/es/ works as a noun.
Correct sentence– Correct sentence –
If the economy fails this year it reflects badly on the At seven began the education that was to make the
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131. The following sentence has been divided into Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Who has stolen' will be
parts. One of them may contain an error. Select used in place of 'who stole' because it is clear from the
the part that contains the error from the given use of 'do' that if first clause is in present tense then
options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No second clause also be in present tense.
error’ as your answer. Correct Sentence–
She didn’t liked / any disturbance / during her Who do you think who has stolen the painting from the
studies. museum.
(a) She didn’t liked (b) during her studies 135. The following sentence has been split into four
(c) any disturbance (d) No error segments. Identify the segment that contains a
SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III grammatical error.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'didn't like' will be used Mona is from Paris. / She has live / there all /
in the place of 'didn't liked' because first form of verb her life.
(VI) is used after helping verb do/did/does. (a) there all (b) her life
(c) Mona is from Paris (d) she has live
Correct Sentence- She didn't like any disturbance
during her studies. SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
132. The following sentence has been split into four Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'She has lived' will be
segments. Identify the segment that contains a used in place of 'She has live' because verb3 will be used
after 'has'.
grammatical error.
Correct sentence–
Please ensure / that you covering your face /
with a mask / when you go out. Mona is from Paris she has lived there all her life
(a) that you covering your face 136. The following sentence has been split into four
(b) with a mask segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error.
(c) Please ensure Fortunately / the fire did not / caused much
(d) when you go out damage / to the building.
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II (a) caused much damage
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'should cover' will be (b) Fortunately
used in place of 'covering' because sentence is in (c) to the building
imperative and according to the sense of sentence modal (d) the fire did not
verb 'should' after that 'verb1' is used. SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
Correct sentence– Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Cause' will be used in
Please ensure that you should cover your face with a place of Caused' because base form of verb (VI) is used
after helping verb do/does/did.
mask when you go out.
Correct Sentence-
133. The following sentence has been split into four Fortunately the fire did not cause much damage to the
segments. Identify the segment that contains a building.
grammatical error.
137. Select the most appropriate option that can
I entered my room / and switch on the lights / substitute the underlined segment in the given
but it was / still dark. sentence. If there is an need to substitute it, 'No
(a) and switch on the lights substitution required'.
(b) I entered my room I have completed the work two hours ago.
(c) but it was (a) has completed
(d) still dark (b) completed
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II (c) will have completed
(d) No substitution required
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Switched on' will be
SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
used in place of 'Switch on' because it is clear from the
use of 'entered was' in the sentence that the sentence in Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Completed' will be
the past tesne. Hence Simple past verb (2nd form) will used in the place of 'have completed' because The use of
be used. "two hours ago" makes it clear that the sense of the
sentence is in past tense. So the verb of past Indefinite
Correct Sentence– tense 'Verb2' will be used.
I entered my room and switched on the lights but it was Correct sentence–
still dark. I completed the work two hours ago.
134. The following sentence has been split into four 138. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment that contains a segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error. grammatical error.
Who do you think / who stole / the painting / I am thinking / your idea will be / really
from the museum? appreciated / by everyone.
(a) who stole (b) the painting (a) I am thinking (b) by everyone
(c) from the museum (d) Who do you think (c) your idea will be (d) really appreciated
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'I think' will be used in (a) homes and bridges (b) knocking down
place of 'I am thinking' because as a verb 'think' is not (c) winds of upto (d) swept away roads
used in continuous tense. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Note :– Some verb like think, feel, believe not used in Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Knocked down' will
progressive sense or continuous tense. be used in place of 'knocking down' because simple
Correct sentence– past tense is used in the sentence according to the
I think your idea will be really appreciated by everyone. sense of the sentence.
Correct Sentence-
139. Parts of the given sentence have been given as Torrential rains and wind of upto 170 km per hour
options. One of them contains a grammatical swept away roads, homes and bridges and knocked
error. Select the option that has the error. down power and communication lines.
The news reporter highlighting the mysterious 143. The following sentence has been divided into
death of the film actor repeatedly. parts. One of them contains an error. Select the
(a) highlighting (b) repeatedly part that contains the error from the given
(c) the mysterious death (d) of the film actor options.
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III Ranbir could not went/ to the award ceremony/
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'highlighted' will be as he was busy/shooting/for a film/in Maldives.
used in place of 'highlighting' because News reporter is (a) Ranbir could not went
telling the incident of 'Past', So V2 (Highlighted) will be (b) for a film
used. (c) to the award ceremony
Correct sentence– (d) as he was busy
The news reporter highlighted the mysterious death of SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
the film actor repeatedly. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Ranbir Could not go'
140. The following sentence has been split into four will be used in place of 'Ranbir could not went' because
segments, Identify the segment that contains a original form (Verb1) comes after model (could).
grammatical error. Correct Sentence-
How many / languages do / most children / in Ranbir could not go to the award ceremony as he was
India known? busy shooting for a film in Maldives.
(a) in India known (b) most children 144. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(c) languages do (d) How many contains a grammatical error.
The tired and vexed travellers waiting at the
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II airport for a long time.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Know' will be used in (a) vexed travellers
place of 'known' because the use of 'do' makes it clear (b) The tired and
that the sentence is in Present Indefinite. Hence 'Verb (c) waiting at the airport
Ist' (VI) will be used. (d) for a long time
Correct Sentence SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
How many languages do most children in India Know? Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'have been waiting'
141. The following sentence has been split into four will be used in place of 'waiting' because the use of 'for
segments. Identify the segment that contains a a long time' makes. It clear that the sentence is in
grammatical error. present perfect continuous tense. Hence verb (has/have
God is great/and we could/be grateful to him + verb + ing) will be used.
for all the gifts/he has bestowed on us. Correct sentence- The tired and vexed travellers have
been waiting at the airport for a long time.
(a) God is great
(b) and we could 145. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains a grammatical error.
(c) he hs bestowed on us Laws and rules are made to safeguarding our
(d) be grateful to him for all the gifts rights and protect us.
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I (a) are made to (b) safeguarding our rights
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'and we must' will be (c) Laws and rules (d) and protect us
used in place of 'and we could' because can/could SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(modal) is used to express a possibility, while 'must' Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'to safeguard' will be
(modal) is used to express an obligation to do used in place of 'to safeguarding' because as a
something. infinitive (to+V1) will be used as a noun.
Correct sentence– Correct sentence- Laws and rules are made to
God is great and we must be grateful to him for all the safeguard our rights and protect us.
gifts he has bestowed on us. 146. In the sentence identify the segment which
142. In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.
contains the grammatical error. She forgot lock the door when she went out in a
Torrential rains and winds of upto 170 km per hurry.
hour swept away roads, homes and bridges and (a) in a hurry (b) She forgot lock
knocking down power and communication (c) the door when (d) she went out
lines. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans : (b) The use of 'forget to' would be appropriate 151. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Because when two verbs (forgot, Lock) are used side by contains a grammatical error. If there is no
side in a sentence, then the noun from the later verb error, then select the option 'No error'.
(infinitive) (to + VI) to will be used. The sun rises at 6:35 yesterday morning.
Correct sentence - (a) No error (b) The sun
She forgot to lock the door when she went out in a (c) yesterday morning (d) rises at 6:35
hurry. SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
147. Identify the segment in the sentence which Ans. (d) : In the above sentence "rose at 6:35" will be
contains a grammatical error. used in place of "rises at 6:35" because it is clear from
I didn't knew you had gone to Goa for a the use of yesterday, the sentence is in past Indefinite
vacation.
(a) you had gone (b) to Goa tense. Hence second form (V2) of verb will be used.
(c) I didn't knew (d) for a vacation Correct sentence :-
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) The sun rose at 6:35 a.m. yesterday morning.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'know' will be used in 152. In the following, some part of the sentence may
place of 'knew' (V2) because (V1) will be used after have errors. Find out which part of the
helping verb do/did/does. sentence has an error and select the
Correct sentence- I didn't know you had gone to Goa appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
for a vacation. error, select No Error.
148. Identify the segment in the sentence, which This will explains the decision taken (1)/to
contains the grammatical error. impose a blockade on the country in (2)/ the
The files you were look for are placed on the midst of a crisis. (3)/ No error. (4)
table. (a) 1 (b) 2
(a) are placed (b) you were look for (c) 3 (d) 4
(c) The files (d) on the table
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Looking for' will be Ans. (a) In the above sentence 'explain' will be used in
used in place of 'Look for' because sentence is in past place of 'Explains'. because "Verb1" is used after will in
continuous tense. was/were + verb1+ing future Indefinite tense.
Correct sentence- The files you were looking for are Correct Sentence-
placed on the table. 'This will explain the decision taken to impose ......
149. Identify the segment in the given sentence 153. In the following, some part of the sentence may
which contains the grammatical error. have errors. Find out which part of the
You had better not to try and feed the animals sentence has an error and select the
in the zoo, it is forbidden. appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
(a) and feed the animals error, select No Error.
(b) it is forbidden Many firms fail because when they begin
(c) in the zoo (1)/exporting, they have not research the (2)/
(d) You had better not to try
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III) target Markets or have not planned
enough.(3)/No error(4)
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'try' will be used in
place of 'to try' because infinitive 'to' is not used after (a) 1 (b) 2
'had better'. (c) 3 (d) 4
Note - Needn't, dare not, would rather, rather than, had SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
better etc. bare infinitive (verb without to). Ans. (b) In the above sentence 'have' will be used as an
Correct sentence : auxiliary verb, So the verb coming after it will be in
You had better not try and feed the animals in the zoo, third form of verb (V3). Hence "Researched" will be
it is forbidden. used in place of "research."
150. Identify the segment in the given sentence Correct Sentence -
which contains the grammatical error. Many firms fail because when they begin exporting,
We noticed that most of the shoppers in the they have not researched the....
mall looking for packets of ready to cook food. 154. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(a) We noticed that contains the grammatical error
(b) most of the shoppers Nobody is allowed to entered the colony during
(c) packets of ready to cook food
(d) in the mall looking for the lockdown.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III) (a) Is allowed (b) Nobody
Ans. (d) In the above sentence 'in the mall were (c) During the lockdown (d) To entered
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
Looking for' will be used in place of 'in the mall looking
for' because sub-ordinate clause is in past continuous Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'to enter' will be used
tense. Which subject 'shoppers' is plural. Hence plural in place of 'to entered' because verb (V1) is used after
helping verb 'were' will be used. infinitive 'to'.
Correct Sentence :- Correct Sentence:-
We noticed that most of the shoppers in the mall were Nobody is allowed to enter the colony during the
looking for packets of ready to cook food. lockdown.
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155. In the following, some part of the sentence may Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'seemed' will be used
have errors. Find out which part of the in place of 'seem' as a past participle because the
sentence has an error and select the sentence in in past tense.
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from Correct sentence -
error, select No Error. One of the proposals received by us seemed very
As with people, some monkeys are lazy, (1)/like interesting.
those who sleep all day in the zoo, (2)/and some 159. Identify the segment in the sentence which
were industrious. (3)/ No error (4) contains a grammatical error.
(a) 1 (b) 2 I was sorry to be hearing of his misfortune.
(c) 3 (d) 4 (a) I was (b) sorry to
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (c) of his misfortune (d) be hearing
Ans. (c) The main clause of the above sentence is in SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
present tense, therefore, the sub-ordinate clause will Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'hear' will be used in
also be in present tense. Hence 'are' will be used in place of 'be hearing' because according to sense of the
place of 'were'. sentence, Noun is needed here and (to + vI) infinitive
Correct sentence- works as noun.
As with people, some monkeys are lazy, like those who Note— Usually 'Sorry' is followed by infinitive (to+vI)
sleep all day in the zoo, and some are industrious. Correct sentence :
I was sorry to hear of his misfortune.
156. In the following, some part of the sentence may 160. Identify the segment in the sentence which
have errors. Find out which part of the contains a grammatical error. If there is no
sentence has an error and select the error, then select the option 'No error'.
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from I am hearing a strange noise now.
error, select No Error. (a) a strange (b) noise now
No matter what Ashoka did in his earlier (1)/ (c) No error (d) I am hearing
years, in the ending he proved to be SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
uncommonly (2)/ virtuous and wise. (3)/ No Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'hear' will be used in
error (4) place of 'am hearing' because it is clear from the used
(a) 1 (b) 2 of 'now' that the sentence is in Present Indefinite tense.
(c) 4 (d) 4 Hence the verb 'hear' (verb1) will be used, because the
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 subject of the sentence is I.
Ans. (b) In the given sentence 'end' will be used in place Correct sentence-
of 'Ending', because according to the structure of the I hear a strange noise now.
sentence, article 'the' is not used before the gerund. (V+ing)
161. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(in the End). contains a grammatical error.
Correct sentence- Sam took a little time to thought before he
No matter......years, in the end he proued to be replied.
uncommonly… (a) before he replied (b) a little time
157. Identify the segment in the sentence which (c) Sam took (d) to thought
contains a grammatical error. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
She picked up the books lie on the table and Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'to think' will be used
put them on the shelf. in place of 'to thought' because to + V1 (infinitive) is
(a) on the shelf (b) she picked up used.
(c) put them (d) lie on the table Note :– 1st form of verb is used to make infinitive
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) which works as a 'noun'.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'lay on' will be used in Correct sentence-
place of 'Lie on' because the sentence is in Past Sam took a little time to think before he replied.
Indefinite. and verb2 "Lay" is used in this tense. 162. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains a grammatical error.
lie ⇒ lay ⇒ lain The two trains gave the illusion of been
↓ ↓ ↓ stationary.
Ist IInd IIIrd (a) The two (b) trains gave
v form v form v form (c) of been stationary (d) the illusion
Correct sentence - SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
She picked up the books lay on the table and put them Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'of being stationary'
on the shelf. will be used in place of 'of been stationary' because
158. Identify the segment in the sentence which Gerund (V1 + ing) is used after the preposition.
contains a grammatical error. Correct Sentence-
One of the proposals received by us seem very The two trains gave the illusion of being stationary.
interesting. 163. In the sentence identify the segment which
(a) the proposals contains the grammatical error.
(b) seem very interesting Due to the cyclone Idai vast areas of land have
(c) received by us been flooded, roads destroyed and
(d) one of communications disrupting in Zimbabwe and
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Mosambique.
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(a) vast areas of land have been flooded 167. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(b) roads destroyed contains the grammatical error. If there is no
(c) Due to the cyclone Idai error, select 'No error'
(d) and communications disrupting Anita enjoyed to swim in the sea.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II) (a) to swim (b) Anita enjoyed
Ans : (d) In the above sentence 'Disrupted' will be used (c) in the sea (d) No error
in place of 'Disrupting' because when two clause SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
connected with 'and' then both clause will be in same
Ans : (a) In the above sentence 'Swimming' will be
tense. Since 'roads destroyed' is in past form so used in place of ' to swim' because gerund (verb1 + ing)
communication disrupting also in past form. is used after verb enjoy.
Correct Sentence- Note- Admit, avoid, delay, deny, detest, enjoy, excuse,
Due to the cyclone Idai vast areas of land have been
finish, forgive, mind, prevent, keep, resent, it is no use,
flooded, roads destroyed and communications disrupted
it is no good, can't help, can't stand etc. always followed
in Zimbabwe and Mosambique. by v+ing form.
164. In the sentences identity the segment which Correct sentence :-
contains the grammatical error. Anita enjoyed swimming in the sea.
You may left the class when you have 168. Identify the segment in the sentence which
completed the test. contains the grammatical error. If there is no
(a) You may left (b) completed the best error, select 'No error'.
(c) the class (d) when you have He wouldn't let anyone to drive his new car.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) (a) No error (b) his new car
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'leave' will be used in (c) anyone to drive (d) He wouldn't let
place of 'left' because after modal verb (may) first from SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
of the verb is used. Ans : (c) In the above sentence 'anyone drive' will be
Correct sentence- used in place of 'anyone to drive' because after act, bid,
You may leave the class when you have completed the
watch, behold, see, make, feel bare infinitive (VI) is used,
test. in active voice but if it is in passive, then –infinitive (to +
165. In the sentence identify the segment which VI) is used and the sentence is in active voice.
contains the grammatical error. Correct sentence :-
'Plogging' is an international trend, in which
He wouldn't let anyone drive his new car.
someone picking up trash while jogging or 169. In the sentence identify the segment which
brisk walking. contains the grammatical error.
(a) while jogging or brisk walking Are you having your own transport to go home
(b) picking up trash from work?
(c) 'Plogging' is an international trend (a) from work (b) your own transport
(d) in which someone (c) Are you having (d) to go home
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans : (b) In the above sentence 'Picks up trash' will be
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'do you have' will be
used in place of 'picking up trash' because according to
used in place of 'Are you having' because in
the meaning of the sentence regular activity is being
interrogative sentence, when the subject gives sense of
understood, thereafter the sentence is in simple present
possession then According to grammar rule 'Do +
will be used. Plural Subject + have + object + etc' is used.
Correct sentence :- Correct sentence :-
'Plogging' is an international trend, in which someone
Do you have your own transport to go home from
picks up trash while jogging or brisk walking. work?
166. Identify the segment that contains a 170. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
grammatical error. If there is no error, select contains the grammatical error.
'No error' My grandmother has been lives in Shimla since
Need you to buy so many books? her childhood days.
(a) to buy (b) Need you (a) has been lives (b) her childhood days
(c) so many books (d) No error
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) (c) My grandmother (d) in Shimla since
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans : (a) In the given sentence 'buy' will be used in
Ans : (a) In the above sentence 'Living' will be used in
place of 'to buy' because in the given sentence semi-
place of 'Lives' because it is clear from the use of
modal 'Need' is used as a helping verb at the beginning
of sentence. The sentence is yes/No answer type helping verb 'has been' and since/for that the sentence is
question Its structure be as follows. in Present Perfect continuous. The structure of this tense
is as follows.
Helping verb + subject + verb + other wordsSubject + has/have + been + verb + ing + since/for +
Since 'to + buy' is used as a noun in the form of time
infinitive whereas here verb is required. Correct sentence-
Correct sentence - My grandmother has been living in Shimla since her
Need you buy so many books? childhood.
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171. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error. Subject + has / have + V III form + other words
When we went to Ramgarh we see the snow- Thereafter in place of 'propose', 'proposed' verb3 will
capped mountains in the distance. be used in the sentence.
(a) in the distance Correct Sentence-
(b) to Ramgarh we see The Public Works Department has proposed to
(c) the snow-capped mountains construct an elevated corridor which will run parallel
(d) when we went to the National highway
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) 175. In the sentence identify the segment which
Ans : (b) In the above sentence 'Saw' will be used in contains the grammatical error.
place of 'See' because it is clear from the use of went I declined the lunch offer by Suresh, not
(V2) that the sentence is in Past Indefinite. So the because I do not want to go, but because I had
second verb also be in 2nd form. no time.
Correct sentence- (a) by Suresh not because
When we went to Ramgarh we saw the snow-capped (b) but because I had no time
mountains in the distance. (c) I do not want to go
172. Identify the segment which contains the (d) I declined the lunch offer
grammatical error. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
It was windy autumn day and leaves were Ans. (c) : In the above sentence ' I did not' will be used
fallen rapidly from the trees. in place of 'I do not' because It is clear from V2
(a) It was a (b) rapidly from trees (Declaimed) that the sentence is in past tense. Hence
(c) leaves were fallen (d) windy autumn day the next clause is also in Past tense so 'did' will be used
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III) in place of 'do'.
Ans : (c) In the above sentence 'Leaves were falling' Correct sentence-
will be used in place of 'Leaves were fallen' since I declined the lunch offer by Suresh, not because I did
was/were' is the helping verb of Past continuous. After not want to go, but because I had no time.
which 'ing' is added to the main verb. Although verb 176. Select the segment in the sentence, which
IIIrd form can be used after was/were but the sentence contains the grammatical error.
should in Passive form. Did you know whether we can exchange the
Correct sentence- dress if my sister doesn't like it?
It was a windy autumn day and leaves were falling (a) doesn't like it
rapidly from the trees. (b) we can exchange the dress
173. Identify the segment which contains the (c) Did you know whether
grammatical error. (d) if my sister
The ambulance have arrived on time, the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
accident victim was taken to the hospital.
Ans. (c) In the above sentence 'Do you know whether
(a) the accident victim
(b) have arrived on time will be used in place of 'Did you know whether' because
(c) The ambulance according to the sense of the sentence it is in present
(d) was taken to the hospital tense. As it is clear from sub-ordinate clause (doesn't
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III) like)
Correct Sentence-
Ans : (b) In the above sentence 'had arrived on time'
Do you know whether we can exchange the dress if my
will be used in place of 'have arrived on time' because it
sister doesn't like it?
is clear that the second clause is in past tense. So, the
other clause will also be in past tense. and helping verb 177. In the given sentence, identify the segment
of past perfect tense 'had' will be used. which contains the grammatical error.
Correct sentence :- A Delhi bound aircraft has to make an
The ambulance had arrived on time, the accident victim emergency landing at Mumbai airport as a
was taken to the hospital. woman passenger suddenly developed a serious
174. In the sentence identify the segment which breathing problem.
contains the grammatical error. (a) suddenly developed
The Public Works Department has propose to (b) as a woman passenger
construct an elevated corridor which will run (c) has to make
parallel to the National highway. (d) a serious breathing problem
(a) to the National highway SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(b) The Public Works Department has propose Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'had to make' will be
(c) which will run parallel used in place of 'has to make' because it is clear from
(d) to construct an elevated corridor the second clause that the sentence is in past tense.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I) Correct Sentence-
Ans. (b) : It is clear from the use of Helping verb 'has' A Delhi bound aircraft had to make an emergency
in the above sentence that the sentence is in Present landing at Mumbai airport as a woman passenger
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178. In the sentence identify the segment which (a) may have sleep problems
contains a grammatical error. (b) people with full time sedentary jobs
Samurai jack drawn his sword to exact revenge (c) due to lack of exercise
on his superiors. (d) who commuting long distances
(a) to exact revenge (b) on his superiors SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) Samurai jack drawn (d) his sword to Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'who commute long
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I) distance' will be used in place of 'who commuting long
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence V2 (drew) will be used distances' because here V1 (commute) is needed in
3 present Indefinite tense. Since relative pronoun 'who'
in place of V (drawn) because above sentence is
is used for subject people (plural noun) hence plural
Affirmative sentence of past Indefinite tense and verb (verb1) without 's/es' is used after 'who'.
second form of verb is used in it. Correct Sentence :
Note- Past Indefinite Negative Interrogative Sentence, People with full time sedentary jobs who commute
helping verb, 'did' and verb first form is used. long distances may have sleep problem due to lack of
Correct Sentence exercise.
Samurai jack drew his sword to exact revenge on his 182. In the given sentences identify the segment
superiors, which contains a grammatical error.
179. In the sentence identify the segment which The Indian cricket team was done very well
contains the grammatical error. this year and is ranked number one now.
Often hailed as one of the greatest industry (a) was done very well
leaders of india, Ratan Tata take across the (b) this year
reins of the company, leading from the front. (c) and is ranked number one now
(a) leading from the front (d) The Indian cricket team
(b) Often hailed as one of SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) the greatest industry leaders from india, Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'has' will be used in
(d) Ratan Tata take across the reins of the place of 'was' because the use of Adverb 'now' makes it
company clear Present time moment. Hence, present perfect
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) tense is used.
Note- was + done (V3) is used in passive voice.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'took over' will be Correct Sentence :
used in place of 'take across' because according to the The Indian cricket team has done very well this year
sense of the sentence it is in Past Indefinite tense. and is ranked number one now.
Hence second form of verb (took) will be used. 183. In the given sentence, identify the segment
Correct Sentence which contains a grammatical error.
Often hailed as one of the greatest industry leaders of The country has to struggled with the problems
india, Ratan Tata took over the reins of the company, of child labour.
leading from the front. (a) child labour (b) the country has
180. In the sentence identify the segment which (c) to struggled with (d) the problems of
contains the grammatical error. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Mani Kaul begun his career as an actor and a Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'to struggle' will be
director of short films before doing his debut used in place of 'to struggled' because first from of
feature film, 'Uski Roti,' verb (VI) is used after 'to'
(a) debut feature film, 'Uski Roti,' Infinitive − ( To + V1 )
(b) begun his career as an actor
(c) a director of short films Correct Sentence :
(d) before doing his The country has to struggle with the problems of child
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) labour.
184. In the given sentence identify the segment
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence second form of verb
which contains the grammatical error.
'began' will be used in place of third form of verb Freedom of expression meaning the right to
'begun' because the sentence is in past Indefinite tense. express one's own convictions and beliefs.
begin → began → begun (a) meaning the right
(b) to express one's own
Ist IInd IIIrd (c) Freedom of expression
Correct sentence (d) convictions and beliefs
Mani Kaul began his career as an actor and a director SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
of short films before doing his debut feature film, 'Uski Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'means the right' will
Roti, be used in place of 'meaning the right' because the
181. In the sentence identify the segment which sentence is in Present Indefinite tense. Hence verb1
contains the grammatical error. will be used.
People with full time sedentary job who Correct Sentence :
commuting long distances, may have sleep Freedom of expression means the right to express one's
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185. Identify the segment in the given sentence Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'While practicing for
which contains the grammatical error. the Khelo India Games' will be used in place of 'While
Have I ever told you what lovely pickles my practice for the Khelo India Games' because 'ing' form
grandmother used to made when she was in of the verb is generally used with 'while'.
Visakhapatnam? Correct Sentence :
(a) When she was in (b) have I ever told you A 12 year old archer was airlifted to Delhi when he met
(c) used to made (d) what lovely pickles with an accident while practicing for the Khelo India
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) Games in Guwahati.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'used to make' will be 189. In the sentence identify the segment which
used in place of 'used to made' because the structure 'to contains the grammatical error.
+ VI' is used as an infinitive. When Harry come back home, he saw blood
Correct Sentence : everywhere.
Have I ever told you what lovely pickles my (a) When Harry (b) blood everywhere
grandmother used to make when she was in (c) come back home (d) he saw
Visakhapatnam? SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
186. Identify the segment in the given sentence Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'came back home' will
which contains the grammatical error. be used in place of
Ayan told Sriram, "Don't worry I can be able 'come back home' because the main clause of sentence,
to climb that tree to reach the fruit." simple past, hence the subordinate clause will also be
(a) Don't worry (b) I can be able to in simple past. Hence came (V2) will be used instead of
(c) climb that tree (d) to reach the fruit come (VI)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) Correct Sentence :
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'I am able to' will be When Harry came back home, he saw blood
used in place of 'I can be able to' because the use of everywhere.
able with can is superfluous. Hence 'am able' gives 190. In the following question, some part of the
appropriate meaning according to the sense of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part
sentence. of the sentence has an error and select the
Correct Sentence : appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
Ayan told Sriram, "Don't worry I am able to climb that error, select 'No Error'.
tree to reach the fruit." If revenues remain healthy, the (1)/
187. In the sentence identify the segment which government would, over time, get the necessary
contains the grammatical error. (2)/fiscal room to rationalizes multiple GST
Firecrackers have seized by the government rate. (3)/No error (4)
went off while being defused on the banks of (a) 1 (b) 2
the river Ganga, in a town in West Bengal. (c) 3 (d) 4
(a) while being defused SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
(b) on the banks of the river Ganga Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'to rationalize' will be
(c) Firecrackers have seized by the government used in place of 'to rationalizes' because 'to + VI' is used.
(d) in a town in West Bengal Hence Rationalize will be used without s/es.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) Correct Sentence :
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in passive voice So If revenues remain healthy, the government would, over
Firecrackers have been seized by the government is time, get the necessary fiscal room to rationalize
multiple GST rate.
used in place of 'Firecrackers have seized by the
191. In the following question, some part of the
government' because the passive voice structure of
present perfect tense is as follows :– sentence may have errors. Find out which part
Object + has/have + been + VIII + by + subject + other. of the sentence has an error and select the
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
Correct Sentence : error, select 'No Error'.
Firecrackers have been seized by the government went In July, the government promulgate(1)/a law
off while being defused on the banks of the river that enables the banning (2)/of political
Ganga, in a town in West Bengal. parties.(3)/ No error (4)
188. In the sentence identify the segment which (a) 1 (b) 2
contains the grammatical error. (c) 3 (d) 4
A 12 year old archer was airlifted to Delhi SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
when he met with an accident while practice Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'promulgated' will be
for the Khelo India Games in Guwahati. used in place of 'promulgate' because according to the
(a) was airlifted to Delhi sense of sentence Past Indefinite tense will be
(b) when he met with an accident appropriate. Hence verb2 (V2) will be used.
(c) A 12 year old archer Correct Sentence :
(d) while practice for the Khelo India Games In July, the government promulgated a law that enables
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) the banning of political parties.
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192. In the following question, some of the sentences Even if we missed a day's work, (1)/ out
have been errors. Find out which part of the salaries are not cut and we (2) / were paid in
sentence is an error and sefect the appropriate full. (3)/ No Error (4)
option, If a sentence is free from error, select (a) 1 (b) 2
'No Error'. (c) 3 (d) 4
Mumbai was crawling at a (1) / snail's pace SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
yesterday, is slowly (2) / returning to normalcy. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'were' will be used in
(3) / No Error (4) place of 'are' because it is clear from the use of 'we
(a) 1 (b) 2 missed and were paid' in the sentence that the sentence
(c) 3 (d) 4 is in past tense.
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III) Correct Sentence :
Ans : (a) In the above sentence 'which was crawling' Even if we missed a day's work, out salaries were not
will be used in place of 'was crawling' because Pronoun cut and we were paid in full.
'which' will be used for subject (Mumbai). because two 196. In the following question, some part of the
verb (was, is) are given in the sentence while only one sentence may have errors. Find out which part
subject (mumbai) is used. So another suitable subject of the sentence has an error and select the
will be used according to the sense of sentence. appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
Correct Sentence - error, select 'No Error'.
Mumbai, which was crawling at a snail's pace Tension prevail late on Friday after (a)/ angry
yesterday, is slowly returning to normalcy. protesters pelted stones at the police,
193. In the following question, some part of the (b)/torched vehicles and vandalized publics
sentence may have errors. Find out which part property (c)/ No Error (d)
of the sentence has an error and select the (a) a (b) b
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from (c) c (d) d
error, select 'No Error'. SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II)
But migrant laborers who (a)/ are being Ans. (a) : It is clear from the second clause of the
working inside the (b)/ premises for years. (c)/ above sentence that the sentence is in Past Indefinite
No Error (d). Tense. So in the first part of sentence prevailed (V2)
(a) a (b) b will be used in place of prevail.
(c) c (d) d Correct Sentence :
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III) Tension prevailed late on Friday after angry protesters
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'have been working' pelted stones at the police, torched vehicles and
will be used in place of 'are being working' because vandalized publics property.
'for + period of time' is given in the following 197. In the following question, some part of the
sentence. So Present Perfect continuous tense will be sentence may have errors. Find out which part
used. of the sentence has an error and select the
has/have + been + verb1 + ing appropriate option.
Correct Sentence : Over the years our trainers (1)/did helped
But migrant laborers who have been working inside students to clear the (2)/language tests for
the premises for years. various countries. (3)/ No Error (4).
194. In the following question, Some part of (a) 1 (b) 2
sentence have errors. Find out which part of (c) 3 (d) 4
the sentence has an error and select the SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from Ans : (b) In the above sentence 'helped' will be used in
error, select "No Error". place of 'did helped' because in affirmative sentences of
Since they got something (1)/ different each past Indefinite tense, only second form of verb is used
month, (2)/they keep coming back to it. (3)/ No without 'did'.
Error (4) Note–S + VIInd form + Obj. (Assertive)
(a) 1 (b) 2 Sub + did not + V1 + Obj. (Negative)
(c) 3 (d) 4 Did + Sub + V1 + Obj. (Interrogative)
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I) Correct Sentence :
Ans : (a) In the above sentence get (V1) will be used in Over the years our trainers helped students to clear the
place of got (V2) because second clause is in present language tests for various countries.
indefinite tense (keep). Hence v1 (get) will be used in 198. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
the other clause. error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
Correct Sentence : error'.
Since they get something different each month, they He went up to her and asks her why she had
keep coming back to it. insulted him./No error
195. In the following question, some part of the (a) and asks her why
sentence may have errors. Find out which part (b) she had insulted him
of the sentence has an error and select the (c) No error
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from (d) He went up to her
error, select 'No Error'. SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'asked' will be used in 203. Identify the segment in the sentence which
place of 'ask' because first clause (went) in past tense. contains the grammatical error from the given
Hence second clause will be in past Indefinite tense. options.
Correct Sentence- He started life as a teacher before turn to
He went up to her and asked her why she had insulted journalism.
him. (a) He started life (b) as a teacher
199. Find the part of the given sentence that has an (c) to journalism (d) before turn
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
error'. SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III)
He has deposits all his money in banks./No Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'before turning' will be
error used in place of 'before turn'
(a) He has deposits (b) money in banks Rule :– Preposition at, in, on, to , before, after, for,
(c) up all his (d) No error from, about etc are followed by verb's ing form.
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III) Correct sentence :-
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence Deposited (V3) will be He started life as a teacher before turning to
used in place of 'Deposits' because it is clear from the journalism.
use of 'has' that the sentence is in present perfect tense. 204. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
has/ have + V3 hence will be used. error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
Correct sentence : error'.
He has deposited all his money in banks. The more he earned the more he want to
200. Identify the segment which contains the earn./No error.
grammatical error. (a) the more he (b) No error
Kaira has upset with me since the accident. (c) want to earn (d) The more he earned
(a) the accident (b) me since SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) upset with (d) Kaira has Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'wanted' will be used
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III) in place of 'want' because if the main clause of the
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'has been' will be used sentence is in the past tense then other clause also will
in place of 'has' because it is clear from the use of be used in the past.
'Since + point of time' that the sentence is in Present Correct sentence :-
Perfect continuous hence 'has been' + v3' is used. The more he earned the more he wanted to earn.
Correct Sentence :- 205. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
Kaira has been upset with me since the accident. error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
201. Identify the segment in the sentence which error'.
contains the grammatical error. Either of the two books will met my
Radha woke up early that morning so that she requirement./No error
(a) Either of the
should watch the beautiful sunrise.
(a) so that she should watch (b) No error
(b) Radha woke up (c) will met my requirement
(c) early that morning (d) two books
(d) the beautiful sunrise SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'will meet' will be
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'could' will be used in used in place of 'will met' because Ist form of verb is
place of 'should' because could will be used for used with modal verb 'will'.
possibility. Correct sentence :-
Either of the two books will meet my requirement.
Correct sentence :
Radha woke up that morning so that she could watch 206. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
the beautiful sunrise. error in it. If there is no error, choose No
202. Identify the segment in the sentence which error'.
contains the grammatical error. She wanted to telling you who you could
Harish is spending two hours every morning approach for your problem./No error
(a) No error
reading newspapers in different languages.
(a) two hours every morning (b) who you could approach
(b) in different languages (c) for your problem
(c) reading newspapers (d) She wanted telling you
(d) Harish is spending SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'she wanted to tell
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'spends' will be used you' will be used in place of 'she wanted to telling you'
in place of 'is spending' because Present Indefinite because verb1 with infinitive 'to'
tense is used for habitual action. Note– Want, promise, learn, manage etc. (to +V1)
Correct Sentence : Correct sentence :-
Harish spends two hours every morning reading She wanted to tell you who you could approach for
newspapers in different languages. your problem.
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207. Find the part of the given sentence that has an Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Playing' will be used
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No in place of 'Played' because the given sentence is in
error'. active voice of Past continuous. Hence (was/were + V1
All the students/is done/better this year. + ing) will be used.
(a) All the students (b) is done Correct sentence :
(c) No error (d) better this year ''Zainab was playing with her friends in the park when
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II) She noticed Disha walking away with a stranger.''
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'have done' will be 212. Identify the segment in the sentence which
used in place of 'is done' because according to the contains the grammatical error.
sense of the sentence it is in present perfect tense. The priest request all the wealthy men to
Hence has/have + V3 will be used. donate money for building a new temple.
Correct sentence :- (a) for building a new temple
All the students have done better this year. (b) The priest request
208. Find the part of the given sentence that has an (c) to donate money
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No (d) all the wealthy men
error'. SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Rakesh is foolish/to said/such things. Ans. (b) : In the above Sentence 'requested' will be
(a) to said (b) No error used in place of 'request' because according to sense of
(c) such things (d) Rakesh is foolish the given sentence it will be used in past Indefinite
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II) tense.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'to say' will be used in Correct sentence :
place of 'to said' because the verb coming after 'to' is in The priest requested all the wealthy men to donate
VIst form. money for building a new temple.
Note - to + verb1 213. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Correct sentence :- contains the grammatical error.
Rakesh is foolish to say such things. She misplaced her spectacles and now finding it
209. Find the part of the given sentence that has an difficult to read.
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No error'. (a) her spectacles (b) difficult to read
I told the tailor/to made a new/dress for me./No (c) and now finding it (d) She misplaced
error. SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) dress for me (b) I told the tailor Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'found' will be used in
(c) No error (d) to made a new place of finding' because the first clause of the
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I) sentence she (misplaced) is in past tense. Hence the
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'To make a new' will later clause will also be used in past.
be used in place of 'to made a new' because to + VI is Correct sentence :
use as infinitive. She misplaced her spectacles and found it difficult to
Correct sentence :- read.
I told the tailor to make a new dress for me. 214. Indentify the segment in the sentence which
210. Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error. If there is no
contains the grammatical error. error, select 'no error'
Jaya asked Sushmita to reminds her about the I don't think I meet him before
meeting. (a) No error (b) him before
(a) Sushmita to reminds (b) Jaya asked (c) I meet (d) I don't think
(c) the meeting (d) her about SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'I met' will be used in
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'to remind' will be place of 'I meet' because according to sense of the
used in place of 'to reminds' because here infinitive has sentence. The verb of Past Indefinite tense will be used
been used in which is appropriate according to the sense of the sentence.
Correct sentence :- Correct sentence :
Jaya asked Sushmita to remind her about the meeting. 'I don't think I met him before'.
211. Identify the segment in the sentence which 215. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error. contains the grammatical error from the given
Zainab was played with/her friends in the options.
park/when she noticed Disha/walking away The company has invested a great deal of time
with a stranger. and effort to setting up new training schemes.
(a) Zainab was played with (a) The company has
(b) walking away with a stranger (b) time and effort to setting up
(c) when she noticed Disha (c) invested a great deal of
(d) her friends in the park (d) new training schemes
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'to set up' will be used Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'always talk' will be
in place of 'to setting up' because the verb after the used in place of 'is always talking' because always
infinitive 'to' is used in the first form. shows a habitual action. Hence simple present tense
Correct sentence- will be used. and with plural noun (people) is used
The company has invested a great deal of time and with plural verb (verb1) without s/es.
effort to set up new training schemes.
216. Identify the segment in the sentence which Correct Sentence -
contains the grammatical error from the given Some people always talk about themselves.
options . 220. Identify the segment in the sentence which
For most citizens today. liberty meant the contains the grammatical error. If there is no
freedon to practise their religious or political error then select 'No error'.
beliefs. I have got my Master's degree in 2005.
(a) For most citizens today (a) I have got (b) my Master's degree
(b) practice their religious (c) in 2005 (d) No error
(c) liberty meant the freedom to SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(d) or political beliefs.
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (a) : In the given sentence 'I got' (simple past
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'means' will be used in tense) will be used in place of I have got Present
place of 'meant' because the word 'today' makes it clear Perfect tense because the time of past (2005) is given
that the sentence is in Present Indefinite Tense then in the sentence.
verb1 + s/es (singular verb) is used. Correct Sentence -
Correct sentence- I got my Master's degree in 2005.
For most citizens today, liberty means the freedom to 221. Identify the segment in the sentence which
practice their religious or political beliefs. contains the grammatical error from the given
217. Identify the segment in the sentence which options.
contains the grammatical error from the given The use of new technology has bring down the
options . price of books.
When they started, they had great ideas but (a) of books (b) bring down
lack the business know-how.
(a) When they started (c) The use of (d) technology
(b) they had great ideas SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) but lack Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'brought down' will be
(d) the business know-how used in place of 'bring' down' because it is clear from
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) the use of 'has' that the sentence is in Present Perfect
Ans. (c) : It is clear from the verb 'started' in the above tense. In which has/have + V3 is used.
sentence that the sentence is in past tense because Correct sentence-
verb2 is used in the sentence which is clear that the The use of new technology has brought down the price
next part will also in the past tense. Hence 'lacked' will of books.
be used in place of 'lack'.
Correct sentence- 222. Identify the segment in the sentence which
When they started, they had great ideas but lacked the contains the grammatical error from the given
business know-how. option.
218. Identify the segment in the sentence which For a long time the publishing market
contains the grammatical error from the given excluding the poor.
options. (a) For a long (b) excluding
The government's proposal has been set alarm (c) publishing (d) the poor
bells ringing for people with low incomes. SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) with low incomes Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'has been excluding'
(b) ringing for people
(c) The government's proposal will be used in place of 'excluding' because the
(d) has been set alarm bells structure of perfect continuous tense because for +
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II) time (period of time) is given.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'has' will be used in Correct sentence-
place of 'has been' because the sentence is in Active For a long time the publishing market has been
voice. in which has/have + verb3 is used. excluding the poor.
Correct sentence- 223. Identify the segment in the sentence which
The government's proposal has set alarm bells ringing contains the grammatical error from the given
for people with low incomes.
options.
219. Find the part of the given sentence that has an The Supreme Court has the power to
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
error'. modification or cancel laws in the country.
Some people is always talking about (a) the power
themselves./No error (b) cancel laws
(a) No error (b) about themselves (c) to modification
(c) some people (d) is always talking (d) The Supreme Court
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Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'to modify' will be 227. From the given options, identify the segment in
used in place of 'to modification' because to + VI is the sentence which contains the grammatical
used as an infinitive. Which works as a noun. error.
Correct sentence- Dr. Rana is our teacher of English since this
The Supreme Court has the power to modify or cancel semester.
laws in the country. (a) our teacher (b) this semester
(c) Dr. Rana is (d) of English since
224. From the given options, identify the segment in SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
the sentence which contains the grammatical
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'has been' will be used
error. in place of 'is' because it is clear from the use of 'Since'
Hackers can either tampers with a random that the sentence is in present perfect continuous tense.
number generator of figure out the resultant
number easily in case of online gaming. Sub + has/have + been + verb1 + ing + object +
(a) figure out since/for + time
(b) with a random number
(c) in case of Correct sentence -
Dr. Rana has been our teacher of English since this
(d) Hackers can either tampers semester.
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
228. From the given options identify the segment in
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Hackers can either the sentence which contains the grammatical
tamper' will be used in place of 'Hackers can either error.
tampers' because the verb (VI) is used after the modal Ram always tries to do things very carefully
'can'. Therefore temper without s/es will be used and made sure he does them correctly.
instead of tempers. (a) to do things (b) Ram always tries
Correct sentence- (c) does them (d) and made sure
Hackers can either tamper with a random number SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II)
generator of figure out the resultant number easily in Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'and make sure' will
case of online gaming. be used in place of 'and made sure' because the
225. From the given options, identify the segment in sentence is in present Indefinite Tense. and 'Ram' is a
the sentence which contains the grammatical singular subject so singular verb verb1 + s/es will be
error. used for it.
Computers everywhere use random numbers Correct sentence -
as keys to locked or unlock encrypted Ram always tries to do things very carefully and
information. makes sure he does them correctly.
(a) use random numbers as 229. From the given options, identify the segment in
(b) keys to locked or unlock the sentence which contains the grammatical
(c) encrypted information error.
(d) computers everywhere The man greeted his secretary and told her that
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I) he need her help to complete the work
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Lock' will be used in immediately.
(a) to complete the work
place of 'Locked' because infinitive 'to' is generally (b) told her that
followed by verb Ist form. (c) he need her help
Correct Sentence : (d) greeted his secretary
Computers everywhere use random numbers as keys to SSC GD–14/02/2019 (Shift-I)
lock or unlock encrypted information. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the main clause is in
226. From the given options identify the segment in past tense. Therefore the subordinate clause will be
the sentence which contains the grammatical also in past tense Hence 'needed' will be used in place
error. of 'need'.
With the help of skill-based education offer in Correct sentence -
colleges, many students will become eligible for The man greeted his secretary and told her that he
various jobs. needed her help to complete the work immediately.
(a) With the help of
(b) many students will become D. Preposition
(c) skill based education offer in
(d) eligible for various jobs 230. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I) error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'will be' is used in error'.
place of 'will become' because the sentence is in simple Neither I nor my friends are going too walk
future. In which subject + will/shall + be + other word down that street.
is used. (a) down that street
Correct Sentence : (b) Neither I nor my
With the help of skill-based education offer in (c) friends are going too walk
colleges, many students will be eligible for various (d) No error
jobs. SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c) : There is an error of option (c) because adverb (a) was struck by unusual
'too' will be replaced by preposition 'to'. (b) This region
to + verb1 → work as a noon (c) last year.
The correct sentence is- (d) wave of violence
'Neither I nor my friends are going to walk down that SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
street. Ans. (a) : Part (a) "was struck by unusual" being
231. Identify the segment that contains a erroneous, will be replaced by 'was struck with unusual'.
grammatical error. If there is no error, select Because 'struck with' means to have something you do
'No error'. not want because you can not get rid of it. Hence it is
appropriate to be used in place of erroneous part.
Never put of/until tomorrow what /you can do
today. Correct sentence
(a) Never put of The region was struck with unusual wave of violence
last year.
(b) No error
(c) you can do today 235. Parts of the following sentence have been given
as options. Select the option that contains an
(d) until tomorrow what error.
SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III) The government has been accused in not doing
Ans. (a) : For the above given segment option (a) will enough to combat climate change.
be used because 'put of' is replace by ' put off' which (a) accused in (b) The government
means 'To postpone doing something' (c) enough to combat (d) climate change.
The correct sentence is– 'Never put off until tomorrow SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
what you can do today'
Ans. (a) : Part (a) 'accused in' of the sentence is
232. Find the part of the given sentence that has an erroneous. it has to be substituted with 'Accused of' to
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No make the sentence grammatically correct. Because
error'. Accused is always followed by preposition (of).
Can you please help me to this project? Correct Sentence
(a) Can you please (b) help me to The government has been accused of not doing enough
(c) No error (d) this project? to combat climate change.
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) 236. The following sentence has been divided into
Ans. (b) : In the above given sentence in part (b) 'help parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
me to' has an error, because the preposition 'with' is the part that contains the error from the given
used in place of 'to'. options.
Help → with → something The current state of the literature / on the
The correct sentence – Can you please help me with this efficacy under cognitive-behavioural therapy /
project ?' for individuals with generalised anxiety
disorder / suggests that it is a promising
233. Parts of the following sentence have been given treatment option.
as options. One of them may contain an error. (a) on the efficacy under cognitive-behavioural
Select the option that contains the error. If you therapy
don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your (b) for individuals with generalised anxiety
answer. disorder
With reference of your letter, the organisation (c) The current state of the literature
wishes to hire you for the security services. (d) suggests that it is a promising treatment
(a) No error option.
(b) With reference of your letter SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) for the security services Ans. (a) : The error part of the given sentence is option
(d) the organisation wishes to hire you (a) 'on the efficacy under cognitive–behavioural therapy.'
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I) Because 'of ' preposition is used in the place of 'under'
Ans. (b) : The part of the sentence mentioned in option according to the context of this sentence as it shows
(b) with reference of your letter. contains error. It need possession. The correct segment is– 'on the efficacy of
to be replaced with 'with reference to it is an idiom cognitive – behavioural therapy'.
which means about or concerning something/someone 237. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
or in relation to. error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
Correct Sentence error'.
with reference to your letter, the organization wishes to You will never regret this wonderful experience
hire for the security services. with your life.
234. Parts of the following sentence have been given (a) regret this wonderful
as options. Select the option that contains an (b) experience with your life.
error. (c) You will never
This region was struck by unusual wave of (d) No error
violence last year. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'in' will be used in Ans : (c) In the given sentence 'sufficient evidence to'
place of 'with' because will be used in place of 'sufficient evidences for'
Preposition 'in' is used with Experience. because here (to + VI) infinitive 'to support' will be used
Correct Sentence- Correct Sentence-
You will never regret this wonderful experience in your She was unable to produce sufficient evidence to
life. support her accusations.
238. Find the part of the given sentence that has an 242. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No contains the grammatical error.
error'. Rahul was ready for accept any job, even a
No doubt, human minds are good on predicting part-time one.
the worst. (a) Rahul was ready
(a) No error (b) even a part-time one
(b) No doubt, human minds (c) any job
(c) predicting the worst (d) for accept
(d) are good on SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'to' will be used in
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence "good at" will be used place of 'for' because in the sentence requires an
in place of "good on" because 'at' Preposition is used infinitive (to + VI) as a Noun. Hence the use of 'to
when 'good' use as an Adjective. accept' would be appropriate.
Correct Sentence- Correct sentence- Rahul was ready to accept any job,
No doubt, human minds are good at predicting the even a part-time one.
worst. 243. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains the grammatical error.
239. The following sentence has been split into four The street artist Satish Munjal has been
segments. Identify the segment that contains a painting this wall since the past one week.
grammatical error. (a) has been painting
She persisted / to doing / what she wanted / (b) the street artist
despite opposition. (c) this wall
(a) what she wanted (b) despite opposition (d) since the past one week
(c) to doing (d) She persisted SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II Ans : (d) In the above sentence, ‘for’ will be used in
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'in doing' will be used place of ‘since’. Because 'for' is used for period of time
in place of 'to doing' because 'in' Preposition is used in present continuous tense while ‘since’ is used for
with persist. point of time.
Persist + in + (Verb1 + ing) Rule:- Sub + has/have + been + V1+ing + for + Period
Correct Sentence- of time.
She persisted in doing what she wanted despite Correct sentence :-
opposition. The street artist Satish Munjal has been painting this
240. In the sentence identify the segment which wall for the past one week.
contains the grammatical error. 244. In the sentence identify the segment that
The invited guests preferred orange juice than contains a grammatical error.
hot coffee or chilled grapes. Ritu was really annoyed as she had been
(a) preferred orange juice waiting for me at the metro station for five
(b) or chilled grapes O'clock.
(c) than hot coffee (a) at the metro station (b) was really annoyed
(d) the invited guests (c) for five o'clock (d) has been waiting
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I) SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘to not coffee’ would be
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'Since five O'clock' will
appropriate instead of ‘than not coffee’, because
preposition ‘to’ is used with prefer. be used in place of 'for five O'clock'
Correct Sentence :- use of for - The word 'for' is used to show a period of
The invited guests preferred orange juice to hot coffee or time. Two hours, two years etc.
chilled grapes. use of since - The word 'since' is used to refer to a point
241. Identify the segment in the sentence which of time 15 August, March, 1988 etc.
contains the grammatical error. Correct Sentence -
She was unable to produce sufficient evidences Ritu was really annoyed as she had been waiting for me
for support her accusations. at the metro station since five O'clock.
(a) to produce 245. The following sentence has been split into four
(b) She was unable segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(c) sufficient evidences for grammatical error.
(d) support her accusations I have the courage/to say what's right;/I'm not
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I) afraid/from the consequences.
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(a) I'm not afraid Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'in every town' will be
(b) I have the courage used in place of 'for every town' because Preposition 'in'
(c) to say what's right is used with big place.
(d) from the consequences Correct sentence -
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I The migrating labourers were served hot meals in every
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'of the consequences' town or village on their way.
will be used in place of 'from the consequences' because 250. The following sentence has been split into four
afraid generally followed by 'of' preposition. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
Correct Sentence- grammatical error.
I have the courage to say what's right, I'm not afraid of In about two months,/our family will be/leaving
the consequences. to Australia/to settle there.
246. Identify the segment in the sentence which (a) leaving to Australia
contains a grammatical error. If there is no (b) In about two months
error, select 'No error'. (c) to settle there
The gentleman had a suitcase full with wigs, (d) our family will be
ornaments and dresses. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
(a) a suitcase full with Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Leaving for Australia'
(b) The gentleman had will be used in place of 'Leaving to Australia' because
(c) wigs, ornaments and dresses here 'for' preposition is used in place of 'to' preposition.
(d) No error (When we go away from one place and to another
place, we use 'Leave for)
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II Correct sentence-
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'full of' will be used in In about two month, our family will be leaving for
place of 'full with' because preposition 'of' is used with Australia to settle there.
'full'. 251. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Correct sentence– contains a grammatical error.
The gentleman had a suitcase full of wigs, ornaments As I was sitting in the back of the theatre, I
and dresses. couldn't see the performance very well.
(a) As I was sitting
247. Identify the segment in the sentence which (b) the performance very well
contains a grammatical error. (c) I couldn't see
The officer made me to type the letter again. (d) in the back of the theatre
(a) The officer (b) made me SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
(c) to type (d) the letter again Ans. (d) : There is a mistake in the above sentence in
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II option (d). 'at' will be used in place of 'in' because 'at'
Ans. (c) : If the sentence is in Active voice of caustive preposition used for small definite place.
verb then after make, bare infinitive (infinitive without Correct Sentence–
to) is used but if the sentence is in passive voice then 'As I was sitting at the back of the theatre, I couldn't see
after 'make' infinitive with 'to' is used. Hence Bare the performance very well.
infinitive (without 'to') will be used in the above 252. The following sentence has been split into four
sentence. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
248. The following sentence has been split into four grammatical error.
segments. Identify the segment that contains a The Konark temple/is dedicated/from the/Sun
grammatical error. god.
(a) the Konark temple (b) from the
After a long trek/through the forest,/we arrived
to the camp/around 8 p.m. (c) is dedicated (d) Sun god
(a) through the forest SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
(b) After a long trek Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'to' will be used in
place of 'from' because dedicated is followed by 'to'
(c) we arrived to the camp preposition.
(d) around 8 p.m. Correct Sentence-
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II The Konark temple is dedicated to the sun god.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'at is used in place of to'
because 'at' preposition is used for a definite place. 253. The following sentence has been split into four
Hence option (c) would be correct. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error.
249. In the given sentence, identify the segment Whenever he is/on a holiday,/he travels by
which contains a grammatical error. foot/to the temple nearby.
The migrating labourers were served hot meals (a) he travels by foot
for every town or village on their way. (b) On a holiday
(a) on their way (b) were served (c) to the temple nearby
(c) migrating labourers (d) for every town (d) whenever he is
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'on foot' will be used in Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'for' will be used in
place of 'by foot' because 'on foot' is used in the sense of place of 'since' because 'for' is used before period of
walking. time and 'since' is used before point of time.
Correct Sentence- Correct Sentence-
Whenever he is on a holiday, he travels on foot to the As it has been raining heavily for two hours the children
temple nearby. are at home.
254. The following sentence has been split into four 258. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment that contains a segments. Identity the segment that contains a
grammatical error. grammatical error.
The river / flowed besides / the hillock / in our We have/not met/some of our friends/since six
village. months.
(a) The river (b) In our village (a) not met (b) We have
(c) flowed besides (d) the hillock (c) since six months (d) some of our friends
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'beside' will be used in Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'for' will be used in
place of 'besides' is appropriate according to the sense place of 'Since' because
of 'to the side of'. since - point of time, (9 'o' clock, 1 January)
Besides → In addition to for - period of time (six years, five minutes)
Correct sentence– Correct Sentence-
The river flowed beside the hillock in our villiage. We have not met some of our friends for six months.
255. The following sentence has been split into 259. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. One of them may contain an error. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
grammatical error. If you don't find any error, Your name/precedes before mine/in
mark 'No error' as your answer. the/admission list.
He was formerly/a doctor of/the corporate (a) admission list
hospital. (b) Your name
(a) a doctor of (b) No error (c) in the
(c) He was formerly (d) the corporate hospital (d) precedes before mine
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (a) : There is an error of preposition 'of in' the Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Precedes mine' will be
given sentence 'At' is used to show the definite place/ used in place of 'precedes before mine' because
Location, hence 'of' will replace by 'At'. preposition 'before' is superfluous with precede.
Correct Sentence correct sentence –
He was formerly a doctor at the corporate hospital. Your name precedes mine in the admission list.
256. The following sentence has been divided into 260. Parts of the following sentence have been given
parts. One of them contains an error, select the as options. One of them may contain an error.
part that contains the error from the given Select the part that contains the error from the
options. given options. If you don't find any error, mark
He conceded/ a very crucial / point at / his 'No error' as your answer.
opponent. Aid workers have delivered vast quantities of
(a) a very crucial (b) point at food on the refugee camps.
(c) his opponent (d) He conceded (a) No error
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III (b) vast quantities of food
(c) on the refugee camps
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Point to' will be used
in place of 'Point at' because preposition 'to' is used in (d) Aid workers have delivered
the case of acceptance. SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
Correct sentence – He conceded a very crucial point to Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'to the refugee Camps'
his opponent will be used in place of 'on the 'refugee Camps' because
'to' preposition is used with delivered.
257. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment that Note- Deliver something → to → something/somebody
contains a grammatical error. Correct Sentence–
As it has been raining heavily / since two hours, Aid workers have delivered vast quantities of food to
/ the children are / at home. the refugee camps.
(a) the children are 261. The following sentence has been split into four
(b) since two hours segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(c) at home grammatical error.
(d) As it has been raining heavily Concern above rising pollution / led to the /
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III formulation of / various action plans.
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(a) Concern above rising pollution Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'from his' will be used in
(b) formulation of place of 'at his' because 'from' is generally used as
(c) led to the preposition in the sense of something with 'profit'.
(d) various action plans Correct Sentence -
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II Mohit is expecting a huge profit from his recent
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'concern about rising investment.
pollution' will be used in place of 'Concern above rising 265. The following sentence has been split into four
pollution' because 'about' preposition is used with segments. Identify the segment that contains a
concern. grammatical error.
He moved on the undergrowth / quickly and
Note – Concern about something
silently, / hiding himself / from the enemy.
Concern over something /some body (a) quickly and silently
Correct Sentence– (b) hiding himself
Concern about rising pollution led to the formulation of (c) He moved on the undergrowth
various action plans. (d) from the enemy
262. Parts of the following sentence have been given SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II
as options. One of them may contain an error. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'behind the
Select the part that contains the error from the undergrowth' will be used in place of 'on the
given options. If you don't find any error, undergrowth' because it gives appropriate meaning of
mark 'No error' as your answer. the sentence.
The reduced air pressure on airline flights can Correct Sentence–
lessen the amount of oxygen in passengers' He moved behind the undergrowth quickly and silenty,
blood for twenty-five percent. hiding himself from the enemy.
(a) The reduced air pressure on airline flights
266. The following sentence has been split into four
(b) No error
segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(c) in passengers' blood for twenty-five percent grammatical error.
(d) can lessen the amount of oxygen She arrived / at / Monday morning / to attend
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I the marriage.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'to' will be used in place (a) to attend the marriage(b) She arrived
of 'for' because the preposition 'to' is generally used for (c) at (d) Monday morning
'Lessen'. SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III
Correct sentence– Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'on' will be used in
The reduced air pressure on airline fights can lessen the place of 'at' because the preposition 'on' is used before
amount of oxygen in passengers blood to twenty-five any day or date.
percent. On monday, On 6th June
263. The following sentence has been divided into Correct sentence–
parts. One of them may contain an error. She arrived on monday morning to attend the marriage.
Select the part that contains the error from the 267. The following sentence has been split into four
given options. If you don't find any error, segments. Identify the segment that contains a
mark 'No error' as your answer. grammatical error.
I was at a party / with some off my / friends in I saw some / children playing happily / below
Mumbai. the shade / of a tree.
(a) friends in Mumbai (b) with some off my (a) children playing happily
(c) No error (d) I was at a party (b) of a tree
(c) I saw some
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I
(d) below the shade
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'with some of my' will SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III
be used in place of 'with some off my' because after
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'under the shade' will
some preposition 'of' is used.
be used in place of 'below the shade' because' under the
Note – Some → of → somebody / something. shade' is used in the sense of sit under the tree.
Correct Sentence – Correct Sentence -
I was at a party with some of my friends in Mumbai. I saw some children playing happily under the shade of
a tree.
264. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment that contains a 268. The following sentence has been into four
grammatical error. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
Mohit is expecting / a huge profit / at his / grammatical error.
recent investment. Water / freeze at / 0 degree / Celsius.
(a) a huge profit (b) at his (a) freeze at (b) water
(c) Mohit is expecting (d) recent investment (c) celsius (d) 0 degree
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Freeze' will be used in (a) The sports day events
place of 'Freeze at' because in the sense of freezing 'at' (b) from 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm
preposition is not used. (c) on Saturday
Correct sentence– (d) will be conducted
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Water freeze 0º degree celsius.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'to' will be used in
269. The following sentence has been split into four place of 'and' because 'From......to' is used to show
segments. Identity the segment that contains a period of time.
grammatical error. Correct Sentence -
Why do they / keep talking on / about money / The sports day events will be conducted from 3:30 pm
all the time? to 5:30 pm on Saturday.
(a) keep talking on (b) Why do they 273. Identify the segment in the given sentence
(c) all the time (d) about money which contains the grammatical error.
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II Employees were given incentives based at their
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Keep talking' will be performance.
used in the place of 'keep talking on' because used of (a) based at (b) given incentives
'on' preposition is superfluous. (c) Employees were (d) their performance
Correct sentence SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Why do they keep talking about money all the time. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'based on' will be use in
place of 'based at' because based is always followed by
270. The following sentence has been divided into 'on' preposition.
parts. One of them contains an error. Correct Sentence -
Select the part that contains the error from the Employees were given incentives based on their
given option. performance.
We forgot / to wish Susan / in her birthday / 274. The following sentence has been divided into
this year. parts. One of them contains an error. Select the
(a) in her birthday (b) this year part that contains the error from the given
(c) We forgot (d) to wish Susan options.
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I Several prominent film stars/have appeared on
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'her birthday' will be television/on behalf of awareness/about hand
used in place of 'in her birthday' because wish is hygiene.
followed by direct object with preposition. (a) on behalf of awareness
(b) about hand hygiene
Note – wish for sth
(c) Several prominent film stars
wish sb / sth on sb (d) have appeared on television
Correct sentence– SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
∗ We forgot to wish Susan her birthday this year. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'for' will be used in
271. The following sentence has been divided into place of 'on behalf of' because according to the sentence
parts. One of them may contain an error. Select it given appropriate meaning.
the part that contains the error from the given Correct Sentence -
options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No Several prominent film stars have appeared on
error' as your answer. television for awareness about hand hygiene.
A probe has been ordered/ by the incident/ that 275. The following sentence has been split into four
occurred at the celebrations. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(a) A probe has been ordered grammatical error.
(b) that occurred at the celebrations Won't you/please come/to help me/along this
(c) by the incident heavy box ?
(d) No error (a) to help me (b) won't you
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) (c) please come (d) along this heavy box
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'for' preposition will be SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
used in place of 'by' because 'for' is used to denote Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'for this heavy box' will
something contains with order. be used in place of 'along the heavy box' because 'for'
* Order for something. preposition gives suitable meaning of the sentence.
* Order to somebody. Correct Sentence -
Correct Sentence - Won't you please come to help me for this heavy box.
A probe has been ordered for the incident that occurred 276. Identify the segment in the sentence which
at the celebrations contains a grammatical error.
272. The following sentence has been split into four This jewellery box is made from silver and is
segments. Identify the segment that contains a an antique piece.
grammatical error. (a) an antique piece (b) This jewellery box
The sports day events/ will be conducted/ from (c) and is (d) is made from silver
3:30 pm and 5:30 pm/ on Saturday. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
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Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'of' will be used in Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'at' will be used in place
place of 'from' because 'from' is used for chemical of 'to' because smile at someone/ somebody is used.
change and 'of' is used for physical change' The Correct sentence-
sentence is talking about making a silver box. Hence The actor smiled at me when I entered the room as if
preposition 'of' would be appropriate. she knew me.
Correct sentence- This jewellery box is made of silver 281. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
and is an antique piece. contains the grammatical error.
277. Identify the segment in the sentence which It is difficult to make out that they are twins
contains a grammatical error: because they do not resemble to each other.
Poor people have run down of food supplies (a) resemble to each other
during the lockdown. (b) it is difficult to make out
(a) Poor people have (c) because they do not
(b) during the lockdown (d) that they are twins
(c) food supplies SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
(d) run down of Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'resemble' will be used
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) in the place of 'resemble to' because resemble is not
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'run out of' will be followed by any preposition.
used in place of 'run down of' because it gives Correct Sentence-
appropriate meaning. It is difficult to make out that they are twins because
run down of - Slow down they do not resemble each other.
run out of - To End 282. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
Correct sentence - Poor people have run out of food contains the grammatical error.
supplies during the lockdown. Each student will have to carry his own lunch
278. Identify the segment in the sentence, which on the picnic.
contains the grammatical error. (a) Each student (b) his own lunch
We reserved tickets for a journey on train for (c) on the picnic (d) will have to carry
the next morning for my sisters and me. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(a) for a journey on train Ans. (c) : According to the sense of above sentence 'to'
(b) for my sisters and me preposition will be used in place of 'on' because in the
(c) for the next morning sense of destination preposition 'to' is used.
(d) We reserved tickets Correct sentence- Each student will have to carry his
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) own lunch to the picnic.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'by' preposition will be 283. Identify the segment in the sentence which
used in place of 'on' because it gives appropriate contains the grammatical error.
meaning. I have been living in Delhi since many years
Correct sentence- (a) since (b) have been living
We reserved by tickets for a journey by train for the (c) in Delhi (d) many years
next morning for my sisters and me. SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
279. Identify the segment in the sentence, which Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'for' will be used in
contains the grammatical error. place of 'since' because many years is a period of time.
The Principal was extremely angry on the boys since- used to show a point of time.
who threw the pieces of chalk at the teacher. for- used to show a period of time.
(a) at the teacher Correct sentence- I have been living in Delhi for
(b) extremely angry on the boys many years.
(c) who threw the pieces of chalk 284. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(d) The Principal was contains the grammatical error.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) The children play on the park every evening.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'angry at' will be used (a) on the park (b) The children
in place of 'angry on' because angry is followed by (c) every evening (d) play
following preposition. SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
angry on something/material. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'in' will be used in
angry at somebody/someone. place of 'on' because–
Correct sentence- The Principal was extremely angry In - used to show a situation when something is
at the boys who threw the pieces of chalk at the enclosed (a park or ground)
teacher. On - used for a situation when something is positioned
280. Identify the segment in the sentence, which above something else.
contains the grammatical error. Correct sentence- The children play in the park every
The actor smiled to me when I entered the evening.
room as if she knew me. 285. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(a) The actor smiled to me contains the grammatical error.
(b) knew me This beautiful ring is made from gold.
(c) as if she (a) from gold (b) This
(d) when I entered the room (c) beautiful ring (d) is made
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'of' will be used in Ans : (c) In the above sentence 'is intended to' will be
place of 'from' because from is used for chemical used in place of 'is intended for' because 'intended to
change and 'of' is for physical change. something' or 'intended to doing something' is used.
Correct sentence- This beautiful ring is made of gold. Correct Sentence :
286. Identify the segment in the sentence which The information contained in this electronic message
contains the grammatical error. and any attachments to this message is intended to the
exclusive use of this recipient.
Despite of working hard he failed the test.
(a) the test (b) he failed 290. In the following, some part of the sentence may
(c) Despite of (d) working hard have errors. Find out which part of the
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) sentence has an error and select the
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'Despite' will be used appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
in place of 'Despite of' because despite is followed by error, select No Error.
While provisions on equality and non-
no preposition and inspite is followed by 'of'
discrimination (1)/ would promote equal
preposition in the same sense. opportunity, (2)/ in the process, reservation at
Correct sentence- jobs should not be denied. (3)/ No error. (4)
Despite working hard he failed the test. (a) 1 (b) 2
287. In the sentence identify the segment which (c) 3 (d) 4
contains the grammatical error. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Behavior modification techniques are often Ans. (c) In the above sentence 'in' will be used in place
used to the training of police dogs. of 'at' because Reservation is followed by preposition
(a) Behavior modification techniques 'in'
(b) of police dogs Correct sentence-
(c) to the training In the process in reservation in jobs should not be
(d) are often used denied.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III) 291. In the following, some part of the sentence may
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'for the training' will have errors. Find out which part of the
be used in the place of 'to the training' because after sentence has an error and select the
'used' (verb) 'for' preposition is used. appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
Use something for something. error, select No Error.
Correct Sentence :- There is a barrier among the egghead and (1)/
Behavior modification techniques are often used for the hoipolloi and it would be lazy (2)/ idealism
training of police dogs. to ignore it. (3)/ No error (4)
(a) 1 (b) 2
288. In the following, some part of the sentence may (c) 3 (d) 4
have errors. Find out which part of the SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
sentence has an error and select the Ans. (a) In the above sentence 'between' will be used in
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from place of 'among' because for comparing two objects use
error, select No Error. of 'between' and among for more than two things.
He said that he thought off politics right when Correct sentence-
(1)/he was studying Intermediate and that (2)/ There is a barrier between the egghead and….
he had no fear of politics. (3)/ No error. (4) 292. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(a) 1 (b) 2 contains a grammatical error.
(c) 3 (d) 4 The bottle slipped with my hand and broke into
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 a thousand pieces.
Ans. (a) In the above sentence 'about' will be used in (a) into a thousand pieces
place of 'off' because Thought is followed by 'about' (b) with my hand
preposition. (c) the bottle slipped
Correct sentence (d) broke into
He said that he thought about politics right when..... SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'from my hand' will be
289. In the following question, some part of the used in place of 'with my hand' because preposition
sentence may have errors. Find out which part 'from' is used for separation of one thing from another.
of the sentence has an error and select the Correct sentence -
appropriate option. The bottle slipped from my hand and broke into a
The information contained in this electronic thousand pieces.
(1)/ message and any attachments to this 293. Identify the segment in the sentence which
message (2)/ is intended for the exclusive use of contains a grammatical error.
this recipient. (3)/ No error (4). She has been working tirelessly since hours.
(a) 1 (b) 2 (a) She has (b) since hours
(c) 3 (d) 4 (c) tirelessly (d) been working
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'for hours' will be Ans : (a) In the above sentence ' Complying with' will
used in place of 'Since hour' because since is used for be used in place of 'Complying by' because as a verb
definite time and for is used for indefinite time. Here comply is always followed by preposition 'with'.
hours is showing indefinite time. So it is appropriate to Correct Sentence-
use 'for' before it. Not complying with any of the laws can land you into
serious trouble.
since + point of time 298. In the sentence identify the segment which
for + period of time contains the grammatical error.
My father dissuaded me to try for a job as he
Correct sentence - wanted me to pursue higher studies.
She has been working tirelessly for hours. (a) to try for a job
294. Identify the segment in the sentence which (b) to pursue higher studies
contains a grammatical error. (c) as he wanted me
I remember a friend to me buying several pairs (d) My father dissuaded me
of shoes at a sale. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) of shoes at a sale Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'from trying for a job'
(b) a friend to me will be used in place of 'to try for a job' because
(c) I remember dissuaded is followed by 'from' preposition and gerund
(d) buying several pairs (V1 + ing).
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence-
My father dissuaded me from trying for a job as he
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'a friend of mine' will wanted me to persue higher studies.
be used in place of 'a friend to me' because To show 299. Identify the segment that contains a
possession in a sentence. it would be appropriate to use grammatical error. If there is no error, select
possessive pronoun 'mine' and preposition 'of' in place 'No error'
of to. If he wants to recover, he must abstain for
Correct sentence - alcohol.
I remember a friend of mine buying several pairs of (a) No error (b) wants to recover
shoes at a sale. (c) he must (d) abstain for alcohol
295. In the sentence identify the segment which SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
contains the grammatical error. Ans : (d) In the above sentence 'from' will be used in
The Japanese artist Yoh Nagao was busy place of 'for' because Abstain is followed by 'from'
splashing the well from colours. preposition. Abstain from - to give something up.
(a) splashing the well (b) was busy Correct sentence-
(c) from colours (d) The Japanese artist If he wants to recover, he must abstain from alcohol.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) 300. Identify the segment that contains a
Ans : (c) In the above sentence 'with colours' will be grammatical error. If there is no error, select
used in place of 'From colours' because splash is 'No error'
followed by 'with' preposition. These facts should not have been disclosed for
the public.
Correct sentence - (a) These facts should
The Japanese artist Yoh Nagao was busy splashing the (b) not have been disclosed
well with colours. (c) No error
296. In the sentence identify the segment which (d) for the public
contains the grammatical error. SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Although there are more than a hundred Ans : (d) In the above sentence 'to' will be used in place
known elements, they rarely occur at a pure of 'for' because disclose is generally followed by
state. preposition 'to'. 'Disclose to somebody' …. (to give
(a) more than a hundred (b) they rarely occur information about something.)
(c) at a pure state (d) Although there are Correct Sentence -
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) These facts should not have been disclosed to the
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence preposition 'in' will be public.
used in the place of 'at' because 'occur' is followed by 301. In the sentence identify the segment which
preposition 'in', it means 'happen'. contains the grammatical error.
After two months the phone signals were back
Correct sentence - at the valley.
Although there are more than a hundred known (a) were back (b) After two months
elements, they rarely occur in a pure state. (c) at the valley (d) the phone signals
297. In the sentence identify the segment which SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
contains the grammatical error. Ans : (c) In the above sentence 'in' will be used in place
Not complying by any of the laws can land you of 'at' because preposition 'at' is used for definite
into serious trouble. area/field and preposition 'in' is used for big area.
(a) Not complying by (b) any of the laws Correct Sentence-
(c) into senous trouble (d) can land you After two months the phone signals were back in the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I) valley.
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302. Identify the segment that contains a (a) The principal requested
grammatical error. If there is no error, select (b) the sports meet
'No error' (c) to the Chief Guest
Fate smiled above him in all his business (d) to inaugurate
ventures. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) business ventures Ans : (c) In the above sentence 'the chief Guest to' will
(b) in all his be used in place of 'to the chief Guest' because there is
(c) No error no need of 'to' preposition here with request, as it is in
(d) Fate smiled above him indirect speech of imperative sentence.
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Correct Sentence-
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'on' preposition will The Principal requested the Chief Guest to inaugurate
be used with smile because smile on/upon is phrasal the sports meet.
verb which means to make someone have good 307. In the sentence identify the segment which
Luck/Success. contains the grammatical error.
Correct Sentence- The launch of the small electric car will depend
Fate smiled on him in all his business ventures. to the willingness of buyers to pay more for it.
303. Identify the segment which contains the (a) depend to the willingness
grammatical error. (b) of buyers to pay more for it
Lack of formal education did not prevent (c) The launch of the
Lincoln to become a great leader. (d) small electric car will
(a) did not prevent (b) a great leader SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) to become (d) Lack of Ans : (a) In the above sentence 'depend on the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I) willingness' will be used in place of 'depend to the
Ans : (c) In the above sentence 'form becoming' will be willingness' because 'on' preposition is used with
used in place of 'to become' because prevent always depend.
followed by 'from' preposition and v + ing form. Correct Sentence-
Note :– Prevent sth/sb from doing sth The launch of the small electric car will depend on
Correct sentence- willingness of buyers to pay more for.
Lack of formal education did not prevent Lincoln from 308. In the sentence identify the segment which
becoming a great leader. contains the grammatical error.
304. In the sentence identify the segment which India's largest car maker is evaluating the
contains the grammatical error. launch to a small electric car next year.
Darkness spilled like ink and began to spread (a) next year
at everything. (b) is evaluating the launch
(a) Darkness spilled (c) India's largest car maker
(b) spread at everything (d) to a small electic car
(c) like ink SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) and began to Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'of' will be used in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I) place of 'to' because according to the sense of the
Ans : (b) In the above sentence 'spread over' will be sentence it gives appropriate meaning with Launch.
used in place of 'spread at' because spread is followed Correct Sentence-
by 'over' preposition. India's largest car maker is evaluating the launch of a
Correct sentence- small electric car next year.
Darkness spilled like ink and began to spread over 309. In the sentence identify the segment which
everything. contains the grammatical error.
305. In the sentence identify the segment which I expect to return from Singapore during about
contains the grammatical error. a week's time.
Despite of his efforts he couldn't get a decent (a) I expect to return (b) during about
job. (c) a week's time (d) from Singapore
(a) his efforts (b) Despite of SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) decent job (d) he couldn't get Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of During is
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I) superfluous and 'about' gives suitable meaning for the
sentence.
Ans : (b) In the above sentence 'Despite' will be used in
place of 'Despite of' because preposition 'of' is not used Correct sentence-
I expect to return from Singapore about a week's time.
with despite.
Note- Inspite of/Despite 310. In the sentence identify the segment which
Correct sentence- contains the grammatical error.
Despite his efforts he couldn't get a decent job. I visited my friend to whom I had made an
306. Identify the segment which contains the appointment.
grammatical error. (a) I visited my friend (b) I had made
The Principal requested to the Chief Guest to (c) to whom (d) an appointment
inaugurate the sports meet. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'with Whom' Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'to' will be used in
preposition will be used in place of 'to whom' because place of 'about' because verb 'refer' followed by 'to'
it gives suitable meaning to the sentence. preposition.
Correct sentence- Correct sentence :
I visited my friend with whom I had made an The manager was referring to the previous instances of
appointment. loss to the employees during his address.
311. In the sentence identify the segment which 315. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains the grammatical error.
contains the grammatical error.
Though she was able to finish the work on time
On September 11, 2001, two hijacked aircrafts she couldn't do that out in fear.
crashed to the World Trade Centre in New (a) she couldn't do that
York. (b) Though she was able to
(a) two hijacked aircrafts (c) finish the work on time
(b) On September 11, 2001 (d) out in fear
(c) crashed to the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I)
(d) World Trade Centre in New York Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'out of fear' will be
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) used in place of 'out in fear' because it gives
Ans : (c) In the above sentence preposition 'into' will be appropriate meaning of the sentence.
used with crash. Correct sentence :
Crash into something (of vehicle) Though she was able to finish the work on time she
Correct sentence- couldn't do that out of fear.
On September 11, 2001, two hijacked aircrafts crashed 316. In the given sentence identify the segment
into the World Trade Centre in New York. which contains the grammatical error.
My hotel in Goa had a wonderful view of the
312. In the sentence identify the segment which
sea in the window.
contains the grammatical error. (a) of the sea (b) My hotel in Goa
Tilak rowed through the river and tied his boat (c) in the window (d) had a wonderful view
on the other side. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) and tied his boat (b) on the other side Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'From the window'
(c) Tilak rowed (d) through the river will be used in place of in 'in the window'. Because it
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III) gives suitable meaning according to the sense of the
Ans : (d) In the above sentence preposition 'across' will sentence.
be used in place of 'through' because it gives appropriate Correct sentence :
meaning according to the sense of sentence. My hotel in Goa had a wonderful view of the sea from
Correct sentence- the window.
Tilak rowed across the river and tied his boat on the 317. Identify the segment in the given sentence,
other side. which contains the grammatical error.
313. In the sentence identify the segment which Did you tell to your mother that you saw her
contains the grammatical error. friend at the theater?
(a) Did you tell to (b) at the theater
The country has the lowest per capita income
(c) your mother that (d) you saw her friend
and needs to create jobs to the youth. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III)
(a) needs to create
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Did you tell' will be
(b) the lowest per capita income used instead of 'Did you tell to', because preposition
(c) the country has 'to' is not used after verb 'tell'.
(d) jobs to the youth Correct sentence :
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) Did you tell your mother that you saw her friend at the
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Jobs for the youth' theater?
will be used in place of 'Jobs to the youth' because 'for' 318. In the given sentence, identify the segment
preposition give appropriate meaning to the sentence. which contains the grammatical error.
Correct sentence : A panel has been formed to look within the
The country has the lowest per capita income and needs security needs of college students.
to create jobs for the youth. (a) of college students (b) to look within
314. In the sentence identify the segment which (c) has been formed (d) the security needs
contains the grammatical error. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
The manager was referring about the previous Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'To look into' will be
instances of loss to the employees during his used in the place of 'to look within' because it give
address. suitable meaning.
(a) the previous instances Phrase :– Look into– to try discover the fact about
(b) of loss to the employees something.
(c) during his address Correct sentence :
(d) The manager was referring about A panel has been formed to look into the security
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III) needs of college students.
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319. Identify the segment in the sentence which 323. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error from the given contains the grammatical error.
options. Pallavi was relaxing in the beach at this time
In the evening he likes to read books and yesterday.
articles that have nothing to do of his work. (a) beach at this (b) Pallavi was
(a) do of his work (c) time yesterday (d) relaxing in the
(b) In the evening he likes
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) that have nothing to
(d) to read books and articles Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Relaxing on the' will
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) be used in place of 'relaxing in the'. because
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Do with his work' On the beach-it means you are literally on the surface
will be used in place of 'do of his work', because the of a beach.
use of 'do with' is appropriate in the sense of passing Correct sentence :
time. Which means having or possessing. Pallavi was relaxing on the beach at this time
Correct sentence : yesterday.
In the evening he likes to read books and articles that 324. Identify the segment in the sentence which
have nothing to do with his work. contains the grammatical error.
320. Identify the segment in the sentence which The travel agent is making the arrangements
contains the grammatical error from the given from my trips.
options. (a) the arrangements (b) is making
The city of Banaras is widely known from its (c) from my trips (d) The travel agent
ghats and temples. SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) ghats and temples (b) The city of Banaras
(c) from its (d) is widely known Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'For my trips' will be
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III) used in place of 'from my trips'. Because for is used
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'for' will be used in when something is related or concerned with someone.
place of 'from'. because it gives appropriate meaning to It also refers to when use talk about a purpose or a
the sentence. because from is used to indicate. The point reason for something.
in space at which a journey, motion or action parts. Correct sentence :
The travel agent is making the arrangements for my
known for something
trips.
known to somebody 325. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Correct sentence : contains the grammatical error.
The city of Banaras is widely known for its Ghats and Diksha has been in a grumpy mood from she
temples. got up.
321. Find the part of the given sentence that has an (a) from she got up (b) Diksha has
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No (c) grumpy mood (d) been in a
error'. SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
The child always goes for sleep with his teddy
bear./No error Ans : (a) : In the above sentence 'Since' will be used in
(a) with his teddy bear (b) goes for sleep place of 'from'. Because it is clear from the use of 'has
(c) No error (d) The child always been' that 'the sentence' is in present perfect continuous
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) tense. Hence 'since' will be used before point of time
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Goes to sleep' will be (She got up).
used instead of 'goes for sleep', because 'Go to sleep' Correct sentence :
usually implies that the person is in a place designated Diksha has been in a grumpy mood since she got up.
for sleeping. 326. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Correct sentence : contains the grammatical error.
The child always goes to sleep with his teddy bear. To escape floods, a tigress took refuge at a
322. Identify the segment in the sentence which vegetable garden
contains the grammatical error. (a) took refuge
Sakshi discussed about the problem with her (b) at a vegetable garden
manager very briefly. (c) a tigress
(a) with her manager (b) about the problem
(d) To escape floods
(c) Sakshi discussed (d) very briefly
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Ans. (b) : The use of 'about' will not be appropriate in Ans. (b) : 'In' preposition will be used instead of 'at' in
the above sentence. the above sentence.
Note- The verbs discuss, order and stress are transitive 'Take' refuse in :– (protection from danger) is used as
and therefore they are not followed by any preposition. idiomatic.
Correct sentence : Correct sentence :
Sakshi discussed the problem with her manager very To escape floods, a tigress took refuge in a vegetable
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327. Identify the segment in the sentence which Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, the use of 'for' will be
contains the grammatical error. appropriate in place of 'from'. because it is clear from
The robbers broke in the house at night. the use of have been + verb + ing that the sentence is
(a) at night (b) the house in present perfect continuous tense. And since/for +
(c) the robbers (d) broke in time is used in this tense.
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) Since– point of time (2 o' clock , January 1988)/for
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Broke into' will be period of time (2 hours, 2 months, 10 years).
used in place of 'broke in' because 'broke into (to enter Correct sentence :
They have been living in Boston for ten years.
a building by force)' gives appropriate meaning for the
sentence. 332. From the given options, identify the segment in
the sentence which contains the grammatical
Correct sentence : error.
The robbers broke into the house at night. One could argue that these are the compulsions
328. Identify the segment in the sentence which of parliamentary democracy for smooth
contains the grammatical error. functioning for the State.
He sat in his stool and shut his eyes to recollect (a) of parliamentary democracy
what work he had for the day. (b) these are the compulsions
(a) he had for the day (c) one could argue that
(b) to recollect what work (d) functioning for the State
(c) He sat in his stool SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) and shut his eyes Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Functioning of the
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) state' will be used in place of Functioning for the state.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'On' is used instead of Because preposition 'of' will be used to denote the
'in'. Because the use of 'on' is appropriate in the sense possession.
of sitting on a stool. Because there is no hand in it. Correct sentence :
One could argue that these are the compulsions of
While 'in the chair, in the sofa, in the bed' is used. parliamentary democracy for smooth functioning of
Correct sentence : the State.
''He sat on his stool and shut his eyes to recollect what
333. From the given option, identify the segment in
work he had for the day.'' the sentence which contains the grammatical
329. Identify the segment in the sentence which error.
contains the grammatical error. After finishing his tiring game, Rohan leaned
We have been staying at the hotel since the last by the wall.
ten days. (a) his game (b) Rahan leaned
(a) since the (b) we have been (c) After finishing (d) by the wall
(c) last ten days (d) staying at the hotel SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'against the wall' will
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence , 'for' will be used in be used in place of 'by the wall'.
place of 'since'. Because the use of 'for' shows an Lean against something - to sit or stand with part of
indefinite time. (the last ten days) your body touching something as a support.
Correct sentence : Correct Sentence :
We have been staying at the hotel for the last ten days. After finishing his tiring game, Rohan leaned against
the wall.
330. Identify the segment in the sentence which 334. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error from the given contains the grammatical error from the given
options. options.
There is no point of arguing over something so She complained about her weak eyes and
unimportant. lamented about the necessity from spectacles.
(a) over something (b) there is no (a) lamented about (b) from spectacles
(c) point of arguing (d) so unimportant (c) she complained (d) her weak eyes
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'No point in' will be Ans. (b) : The above sentence 'Of' (preposition) will
used instead of 'no point of'. Because 'no point in' is a be used in place of 'from', because the use of 'necessity
phrase which means- 'will not yield any worthwhile of + something' is appropriate.
results'. Correct Sentence :
Correct Sentence : She complained about her weak eyes and lamented
There is no point in arguing over something so about the necessity of spectacles.
unimportant. 335. From the given options, identify the segment in
331. Identify the segment in the sentence which the sentence which contains the grammatical
error.
contains the grammatical error. Does he like to go for sightseeing when he is in
They have been living in Boston from ten years. holiday?
(a) in Boston (b) been living (a) when he is (b) Does he like
(c) They have (d) from ten years (c) in holiday (d) to go for sightseeing
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Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, 'than the mother' will
'On' preposition will be used in place of 'in' before the be used instead of 'then the mother, because 'than' is
word holiday. Because 'on' gives proper meaning in the always used with no-sooner.
sense. No sooner................than
'On' is used in the following way. On Diwali, On Holi, Scarcely/hardly..............when
On Monday, On Holiday, On vacation etc. Correct Sentence–
Correct sentence : - No sooner did the child start crying than the mother
Does he like to go for sightseeing when he is on hugged him.
holiday? 340. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment which contains
E. Conjunction a grammatical error.
Until I was/still a little weak, /I decided to walk
336. Identify the segment which contains the home/from the metro station.
grammatical error. (a) still a little weak
The soldiers had no choice when to obey the (b) I decided to walk home
commander. (c) from the metro station
(a) The soldiers (b) had no choice (d) Until I was
(c) when to obey (d) the commander SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Although I was' will
Ans : (c) In the above sentence ‘But to obey’ would be be used in place of 'Until I was' because 'until' is a time
appropriate in place ‘when to obey’. Because ‘but’ is denoting conjunction while 'although' is a contrast
worked as a conjunction to join two contrast sentences. denoting conjunction which gives the appropriate
Correct Sentence :- meaning to the sentence.
The soldiers had no choice but to obey the commander. Correct Sentence -
Although I was still a little weak I decided to walk
337. In the given sentence, identify the segment home from the metro station.
which contains a grammatical error. 341. In the given sentence, identify the segment
While the night we felt afraid as the resort was which contains a grammatical error.
very dark and secluded. If you rent a house near your office, it will save
(a) While the night (b) was very dark you time as well as also money.
(c) and secluded (d) we felt afraid (a) If you rent a house
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II (b) as well as also money
(c) near your office
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, ' as the night' will be (d) it will save you time
used in place of 'while the night', because some SSC CHSL (Tier-I)–06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
conjunctions are not used alone, they are always used in
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Also' will not be used
pairs like after 'as well as' because the use of also is superfluous in
So____as,/Too_____to,/Either_______or,/as_____as,/ the sentence.
Neither_____nor etc. Correct Sentence -
Correct Sentence– As the night we felt afraid as the If you rent a house near your office, it will save you
resort was very dark and secluded. time as well as money.
338. The following sentence has been split into four 342. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment that contains a segments. Identify the segment which contains
grammatical error. a grammatical error.
Notwithstanding we were / all busy that
I can clearly/recollect the day/as I first/met you. weekend / we had to / cancel the outing.
(a) as I first (b) recollect the day (a) cancel the outing
(c) I can clearly (d) met you (b) we had to
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I (c) Notwithstanding we were
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'When' (conjunction) (d) all busy that weekend
will be used in place of conjunction 'as'. because the SSC CHSL (Tier-I)–06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
correct from will be "When I first meet you" Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'because of' will be
used in place of 'Notwithstanding' because it gives
Correct Sentence- suitable meaning, according to the sense of sentence.
I can clearly recollect the day when I first met you. Correct Sentence -
339. The following sentences has been splite into Because of we were all busy that weekend we had to
cancel the outing.
four segments. Identify the segment that
343. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains a grammatical error. contains a grammatical error.
No sooner did/the child start crying/then the We must plan how can we cope with the
mother/hugged him. present situation.
(a) hugged him (b) No sooner did (a) We must plan (b) present situation
(c) the child start crying (d) then the mother (c) how can we (d) cope with the
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Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'How we can' will be Ans. (d) : 'Nor the good' will be used in place of 'or the
used in place of 'how can we' because 'how' is used as good' in the above sentence. Because co-relative
a conjunction not as a question word. because the conjunction of neither is used with 'nor'.
sentence is in affermative. Neither..............Nor
Correct sentence- We must plan how we can cope
with the present situation. Either................Or
344. In the following, some part of the sentence may Correct sentence :-
have errors. Find out which part of the Miss Marple is neither a good singer nor the good
sentence has an error and select the stage artist.
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from 348. In the sentence identify the segment which
error, select No Error. contains the grammatical error.
The postman travelled by the cycle, often We had to decline several orders in case that
wading through (1)/swamps of passed through the production was held up due to labour
jungles (2)/ in order to reach the villages (3)/ strike.
No error (4) (a) in case that
(a) 1 (b) 2 (b) due to labour strike
(c) 3 (d) 4 (c) the production was held up
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (d) we had to decline
Ans. (b) In the above sentence 'And' will be used in SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
place of 'of' because 'and' is used to join two noun or Ans : (a) : In the above sentence 'Because' conjunction
clause. would be appropriate in place of 'in case that'. Because
Correct sentence- the use of 'because' conjunction shows the reason which
The postman travelled by the cycle, often wading gives suitable meaning for the sentence.
through swamps and passed through jungles in order to Correct sentence-
reach the villages. We had to decline several orders because the production
345. Identify the segment in the sentence which was held up due to labour strike.
349. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains the grammatical error.
contains the grammatical error.
Preeti is absent from the meeting due to she is
She lost a big order from a known showroom in
out of station. case of her own carelessness.
(a) Preeti is absent (b) due to she is (a) She lost a big order
(c) from the meeting (d) out of station (b) her own carelessness
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I) (c) from a known showroom
Ans : (b) In the above sentence, the use of because in (d) in case of
place of 'due to' would be appropriate. Because in the SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
sense of reason 'because' is used as a conjunction. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'because' is used in
Correct sentence : place of 'in case of '. The use of 'because' (conjunction)
Preeti is absent from the meeting because she is out of is showing the reason. Which gives the complete
station. meaning of sentence.
346. Identify the segment in the sentence which Correct sentence :-
contains a grammatical error. She lost a big order from a known showroom because
Zoya won the first prize in the race unless she her own carelessness.
stumbled and fell. 350. In the sentence identify the segment which
(a) Zoya won the first (b) prize in the race contains the grammatical error.
(c) unless she (d) stumbled and fell Cyclone ldai killed at least 157 people in
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Zimbabwe and Mozambique although it tore
Ans. (c) : 'Inspite of /despite' would be appropriate in across Southern Africa.
place of 'unless' in the above sentence. (a) Although (b) It tore across
It means –: in spite of (used to show that somebody did (c) At least 157 people (d) Cyclone ldai killed
not intend to do the thing mentioned). SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Hence it gives suitable meaning, according to the sense Ans : (a) In the above sentence Conjunction
of sentence. 'because/as' would be appropriate in place of 'Although'.
Correct sentence- Zoya won the first prize in the race Rule- Because is used before another part of speech to
inspite of she stumbled and fell. give the reason for something.
347. Identify the segment in the sentence which Correct sentence :-
contains a grammatical error. Cyclone ldai killed at least 157 people in Zimbabwe and
Miss Marple is neither a good singer or the Mozambique because/as it tore across Southern Africa.
good stage artist. 351. In the sentence identify the segment which
(a) stage artist (b) Miss Marple is contains the grammatical error.
(c) neither a good singer (d) or the good She got two quick promotions in order that she
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) has good communication skills.
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(a) two quick promotions 355. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(b) in order that contains the grammatical error.
(c) she has good communication skills No sooner did I reach the station when the
(d) She got
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II) train left.
(a) I reach the (b) the train left
Ans : (b) In the above sentence 'Because' will be used
in place of 'In order that'. Because is used to talk about (c) No sooner did (d) station when
in the sense of reason. SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Correct Sentence- Ans : (d) In the above sentence , 'than' will be used in
She got two quick promotions because she has good place of 'when'.
communication skills. Note- Here 'No sooner––––than' will be used as a
352. In the sentence identify the segment which Conjunction.
contains the grammatical error. Correct sentence :
No sooner did the dark clouds gather in the sky No sooner did I reach the station than the train left.
when the electricity was switched off. 356. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(a) No sooner did contains the grammatical error.
(b) the dark clouds gather.
(c) in the sky Even Sharat tried his best, he could not clear
(d) when the electricity was switched off all the examination papers in one attempt.
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) (a) he could not clear
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'than' will be used in (b) Even Sharat tried his best
place of 'when'. Because the following structure is (c) all the examination papers
used. (d) in one attempt
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II)
No sooner + did + sub + verb1 .........than
Ans : (b) In the above sentence Conjunction 'Even
No sooner + had + sub+verb3 .........than though' will be used in the place of adverb 'even'.
Hardly / Scarcely + had + sub + verb3 .........when Because 'even though' is used when Result have not
Correct Sentence :- been received according to the work.
No sooner did the dark clouds gather in the sky than Correct sentence :-
the electricity was switched off. Even though sharat tried his best, he could not clear all
353. In the sentence identify the segment which the examination papers in one attempt.
contains the grammatical error. 357. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Our nation can make significant growth but if contains the grammatical error.
we all work collectively. As you know that I always like to have ice-
(a) work collectively cream after my dinner.
(b) but if we all (a) As you know that (b) to have ice-cream
(c) our nation can (c) after my dinner (d) I always like
(d) make significant growth SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans : (a) In the above sentence' 'As you know' will be
Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of conjunction
'but' is superfluous. because conjunction 'if' will be used used in place of 'As you know that'. Because when 'as' is
for condition. used at the beginning of the sentence, then 'that' is not
Which gives the complete meaning of the sentence. used as a conjunction while (,) comma is used in place
Correct Sentence :- of 'that'.
Our nation can make significant growth if we all work Correct sentence :-
collectively. As you know, I always like to have ice cream after my
354. Identify the segment in the sentence which dinner.
contains the grammatical error. 358. Select the sentence identify the segment which
Inspite Smita had taken part in many television contains the grammatical error.
serials earlier, this was the first time she was Different-coloured natural foods not only put a
going to host a live show. smile on children's faces and also benefit their
(a) in many television serials earlier overall growth.
(b) she was going to host (a) Different-coloured natural foods
(c) this was the first time (b) put a smile on children's faces
(d) Inspite Smita has taken part (c) and also benefit
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I) (d) benefit their overall growth
Ans : (d) In the above sentence, 'Inspite of' will be used SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III)
in place of 'Inspite'. Because preposition 'of' is used with
'Inspite'. While 'despite' is used without 'of' in the same Ans : (c) In the above sentence 'But also benefit' would
sense. be appropriate in place of 'And also benefit'. Because
Correct sentence : co-relative conjunction 'but also' is used with not only.
Inspite of Smita had taken part in many television Correct sentence :-
serials earlier, this was the first time she was going to Different-coloured natural foods not only put a smile on
host a live show. children's faces but also benefit their overall growth.
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359. Identify the segment in the sentence, which 363. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error. contains the grammatical error.
Despite of her tiredness Meera went into the Ram cannot withdraw all his money unless he
kitchen to make some dinner for the children. does not given a prior notice.
(a) for the children (a) all his money
(b) Meera went into the kitchen (b) Ram cannot withdraw
(c) to make some dinner (c) a prior notice
(d) Despite of her tiredness (d) unless he does not give
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'Despite' will be used Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, unless he gives' will
in place of 'Despite of'. Because 'of' is not used with be used in place of 'unless he does not give'. Because
Despite. 'not' is not used with 'unless'. 'Unless' is itself a
Correct sentence :- negative word (conjunction) which means – if ---- not,
Despite her tiredness Meera went into the kitchen to except if (if not, not until) here not is superflous.
make some dinner for the children. Correct Sentence :-
360. Select the segment in the sentence, which Ram cannot withdraw all his money unless he gives a
contains the grammatical error. prior notice.
No matter what that the mother did the baby 364. Identify the segment in the sentence whih
didn't stop crying. contains the grammatical error. If there is no
(a) what that error, select 'No Error'.
(b) the mother did Sushmita's youngest sister is not only beautiful
(c) the baby didn't stop crying but even intelligent also.
(d) no matter (a) but even intelligent also
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III) (b) is not only beautiful
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'what' will be used as (c) No Error
a conjunction in place of 'what that', because 'no matter (d) sushmita's youngest sister
what' is a phrase followed by a noun. SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Hence the use of 'that' is unnecessary. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'but also intelligent'
Correct sentence :- will be use in place of 'but even intelligent also in the
No matter what the mother did the baby didn't stop sentence.
crying. because not only------------but also'' is used as
361. Identify the segment in the sentence which correlative Conjunction, therefore words of the same
contains the grammatical error from the given parts of speech are added to it.
options. Correct Sentence :-
If they said nothing, she could sense their Sushmita's youngest sister is not only beautiful but also
disapproval of her suggestion. intelligent.
(a) If they said nothing
(b) her suggestion F. Article
(c) their disapproval of
(d) she could sense 365. Identify the segment that contains a
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) grammatical error. If there is no error, select
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'although they said 'No error'
nothing' will be used in place of 'if they said nothing'. In 79 A.D., the Mount Vesuvius blew/its top,
Because 'although' is used connector between the two burying the ancient/ cities of Pompeii and
contrast sentences. While 'if' is used in the sense of Herculaneum.
condition. (a) cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum
Correct sentence :- (b) its top, burying the ancient
Although they said nothing, she could sense their (c) In 79 A.D., the Mount Vesuvius blew
disapproval of her suggestion. (d) No Error
362. Find the part of the given sentence that has an SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I)
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No Ans. (c) : In the above sentence article 'the'will not be
error'. used before mountain name.
Do not let the opportunity slip away and you The correct sentence is-
will repent./No error 'In 79, A.D. Mount Versuvius blew ..... .'
(a) No error
(b) and you will repent Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(c) Do not let the 366. Identify the segment that contains a
(d) opportunity slip away grammatical error. Ir there is no error, select
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) 'No error' / An appeasements policies/were all
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Or' will be used in but a sham to misdirect/the local groups.
place of 'And'. because 'Or' is used to say otherwise. It (a) An appeasements policies
is used to introduce the consequences of something not (b) the local groups
being done. (c) were all but a sham to misdirect
Correct sentence :- (d) No error
Do not let the opportunity slip away or you will repent. SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (a) : The segment of the above sentence – ‘An 370. Select the grammatically correct sentence.
appeasements policies’ is grammatically incorrect (a) It was the hectic day for Susan with a lot of
because the article ‘An’ is used before indefinite purchase and the couple of meetings.
singular countable noun. Article ‘the’ is used before the (b) It was a hectic day for Susan with the lot of
singular/plural countable noun in the place of article purchase and a couple of meetings.
‘An’. (c) It was a hectic day for Susan with the lot of
The correct segment is – ‘The appeasements policies’. purchase and an couple of meetings.
367. Identify the segment that contains a (d) It was a hectic day for Susan with the lot of
grammatical error. If there is no error, select purchase and an couple of meetings.
'No error'. Her evaluation will give/me a best SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
indication of/where I stand in the class. Ans. (d) : The grammatically correct sentence of the
(a) Her evaluation will give above sentence is option (d) 'It was a hectic day for
(b) me a best indication of Susan with a lot of purchases and a couple of meetings.'
(c) where I stand in the class Note:- 'A' is the 'indefinite Article', use before the
(d) No error singular countable noun with consonant sound.
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I) ⇒ 'A lot of'/lots of' can both be used with plural
Ans. (b) : In the above given sentence, the segment 'me countable nouns and singular uncountable nouns.
a best indication of' is grammatically incorrect, because Hence, the correct answer is option (d).
before the superlative adjective (best) article 'the' is 371. The following sentence has been divided into
used in the place of 'a'. three segments, A, B, C. One of them may
The correct segment is – 'me the best indication of'. contain a grammatical error. Select the
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). segment that contains the error, from the given
options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No
368. Parts of the following sentence have been given error’ as your answer.
as options. Select the option that contains an Aniket lives (A) / in the small apartment (B) / in
error. the suburbs (C).
She was waiting for a opportunity to start her (a) No error (b) B
own business. (c) C (d) A
(a) to start her (b) own business SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) for a opportunity (d) She was waiting Ans. (b) : The above given sentence, the segment 'in the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II) small apartment' is grammatically incorrect, because
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence option (c) 'for a article 'the' will be changed into 'a' before 'small
opportunity' are grammatically incorrect because apartment'. It is not specifying a particular or specific
indefinite article 'an' is used in the place of article 'a', apartment. Hence, article 'the' is inappropriate.
because Article 'An' is used before a singular Noun with Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
a vowel sound. Correct Sentence-
⇒ 'A' is used before a singular noun with a consonant Aniket lives in a small apartment in the suburbs.
sound. 372. Identify the sentence that correctly uses the
Correct Sentence- indefinite article.
She was waiting for an opportunity to start own (a) She is a Indian artist married to a European
engineer.
business.
(b) She is an Indian artist married to a European
369. The following sentence has been split into four engineer.
segments. Identify the segment that contains a (c) She is a Indian artist married to an European
grammatical error. engineer.
You should / see a oculist; / your eyes look / (d) She is an Indian artist married to an European
worse today. engineer.
(a) worse today (b) see a oculist; SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II)
(c) your eyes look (d) You should Ans. (b) : In the above sentence correctly use of the
indefinite article is in option (b).
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence-
Ans. (b) : For the above given sentence, the option (b) She is an Indian artist married to a European engineer.
is incorrect because 'see a oculist' is replaced by 'see an 373. The following sentence has been split into four
oculist'. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
Note- Indefinite article 'an' will be used before vowel grammatical error.
sound. (oculist) The historians / are a great / asset to the / field
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). of academia.
(a) The historians (b) Are a great
Correct Sentence-
(c) Field of academia (d) Asset to the
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Historians' will be used 378. The following sentence has been split into four
in place of 'the historians' because article 'the' is used in segments. Identify the segment that contains a
definite sense and here historians are not definite. grammatical error.
Correct Sentece- Ronaldo is/a famous/player of/the football.
Historians are a great asset to the field of academia. (a) a famous (b) Ronaldo is
374. The following sentence has been split into four (c) player of (d) the football
segments. Identify the segment that contains a SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
grammatical error. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'Football' will be used
Babbal is / a oldest member / in our / Black Ice in place of 'the football'. Because article 'the' is used in
Club. definite sense. In general sense a noun is used without
(a) Black Ice Club (b) a oldest member an article.
(c) in our (d) Babbal is Correct Sentence-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I) Ronaldo is a famous player of football.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, the segment ' a oldest
member' is grammatically incorrect because article 'the' 379. The following sentence has been split into four
is used before the superlative adjective (oldest member). segments. Identify the segment that contains a
Correct sentence – Babbal is the oldest member in grammatical error.
our black Ice club. This is /too grave sin/to be/pardoned.
375. The following sentence has been divided into (a) This is (b) too grave sin
four parts. One of them contains an error. (c) pardoned (d) to be
Select the part that contains the error from the SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
given options. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'too grave a sin' will be
Honesty / is / a best / policy. used in place of 'too grave sin' because here the use of
(a) a best (b) is sin (noun) is used in indefinite sense.
(c) Honesty (d) policy Hence Indefinite article 'a' will be used.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III) Correct Sentence -
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence option (a) 'a best is This is too grave a sin to be pardoned.
grammatically incorrect part. Because article 'the' is
used before the superlative adjective (best). 380. The following sentence has been divided into
parts. One of them may contain a grammatical
Correct sentence – Honesty is the best policy. error. Select the part that contains the error
376. Identify the segment in the sentence which from the given options. If you don’t find any
contains a grammatical error. error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.
A writer who wrote this book has been selected Antique diamond necklace / was stolen / from
for this year's literature award. the museum.
(a) wrote this book (a) was stolen
(b) A writer who (b) No error
(c) has been selected (c) from the museum
(d) for this year's literature award (d) Antique diamond necklace
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'the writer who' will be Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'An antique' will be
used in place of 'A writer who', because the writer is used in place of 'Antique' because in indefinite sense,
adefinite noun. article 'an' is used before vowel sound word.
Therefore definite article 'the' will be used before writer.
Correct Sentence-
Correct sentence -
An Antique diamond necklace was stolen from the
The writer who wrote this book has been selected for museum.
this year's literature award.
377. Identify the segment in the sentence which 381. The following sentence has been into four
contains a grammatical error. segments. Identify the segment that contains
We require the efficient electrician for grammatical error.
changing the wiring of our house. Athens was/most luminous/ of all city-states/
(a) the efficient electrician for ancient Greece.
(b) for changing the wiring (a) of all city-states (b) of ancient Greece
(c) We require (c) a most luminous (d) Athens was
(d) of our house SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
Ans. (c) : Definite article 'the' is used with superlative
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'An' will be used in degree (most). Hence 'The' most luminous will be used
place of 'the' in the above sentence because in indefinite
sense, article 'an' is used before vowel sound word. in place of 'most luminous'. In the above sentence
Correct sentence- Correct sentence –
We require an efficient electrician for changing the Athens was the most luminous of all city-states of
wiring of our house. ancient Greece.
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382. The following sentence has been divided into Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'An honest living' will
parts. One of them may contain an error. be used in place of a honest living. Because indefinite
Select the part that contains the error from the article 'an' is used before the noun of the vowel sound.
given options. If you don’t find any error, mark Correct Sentence –
‘No error’ as your answer.
It was / the very well-directed film / and we He is struggling to make an honest living.
enjoyed it. 386. The following sentence has been split into four
(a) and we enjoyed it segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(b) the very well-directed film grammatical error.
(c) No error Our team leader / told us to be at the work / by
(d) It was 9 a.m. / the next morning.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I (a) by 9 a.m.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, ' a very well directed (b) the next morning
film, will be used instead of 'the very well directed (c) Our team leader
film', because 'the' is used in definite sense while 'a' is (d) told us to be at the work
used in indefinite sense. Hence Article 'a' will be used.
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
Correct sentence – It was a very well directed film and
we enjoyed it. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'at work' will be used
instead of 'at the work', because article 'the' is used in
383. The following sentence has been split into four specific sense. Hence, definite article 'the' will not be
segments. Identify the segment that contains a used.
grammatical error. Correct Sentence -
The earthy / fragrance of soil / after a first rain
/ is always refreshing. Our team leader told us to be at work by 9 a.m. the next
morning.
(a) is always refreshing (b) fragrance of soil
(c) The earthy (d) after a first rain 387. Parts of the given sentence have been given as
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I options. One of them contains a grammatical
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'After the first rain' error. Select the option that has the error.
will be used instead of 'after a first rain' because definite Go to the ninth block on the left-hand side and
article 'the' is used before ordinal number (first, second, take a sharpest turn to reach Bunny’s house on
third etc). the right.
Correct Sentence – (a) Bunny's house
(b) on the right1
The earthy fragrance of soil after the first rain is always (c) Go to the ninth block
refreshing. (d) take a sharpest turn
384. Parts of the following sentence have been given SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
as options. One of them may contain an error. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, article 'the' will be
Select the part that contains the error from the used in place of 'a', because definite article 'the' is used
given options. If you don't find any error, mark before superlative degree. (sharpest)
'No error' as your answer.
Correct Sentence –
The telecom growth story is a important
component of the broader story of India. Go to the ninth block on the left hand side and take the
(a) No error sharpest turn to reach Bunny's house on the right.
(b) The telecom growth story is 388. The following sentence has been split into four
(c) the broader story of India. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(d) a important component of grammatical error.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I I think/he has/settled/in United States.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'An important (a) settled (b) in united states
component' will be used in place of 'a important (c) I think (d) he has
component', because article 'an' is used before the word SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
starting with vowel sound. (important) Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'In the united states'
Correct Sentence – will be used instead of in united states. Because article
The telecom growth story is an important component of 'the' is used before the name of some country.
the broader story of India. Note → Some countries as - The United States of
385. The following sentence has been divided into America (USA), The Athens, The Philippines, The
parts. One of them may contain an error. Select West Indies
the part that contains the error from the given Correct sentence - I think he has settled in the united
options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No states.
error' as your answer.
389. The following sentence has been divided into
he is / struggling to make / a honest living .
parts. One of them contains an error. Select the
(a) Struggling to make (b) No error part that contains the error the given options.
(c) a honest living (d) He is The sea has become/an cheap dumping ground/
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I for all kinds/of waste products.
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(a) an cheap dumping ground 394. Select the segment in the sentence, which
(b) for all kinds contains the grammatical error.
(c) of waste products We were busy at the work and went for lunch
(d) the sea has become only at 2.30 pm.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I) (a) We were busy (b) at the work
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'a' will be used in (c) only at 2.30 pm (d) and went for lunch
place of 'an', because the pronunciation of 'cheap' is SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
pronounced with (consonant sound). So Indefinite Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'at work' will be used in
article 'a' will be used before it. While 'an' is used before place of 'at the work'. The definite article 'the' is usually
vowel sound. not used before 'work'. Because in the sentence 'work' is
Correct Sentence - used in indefinite sense and uncountable noon.
The sea has become a cheap dumping ground for all Correct sentence :
kind of waste products. We were busy at work and went for lunch only at 2.30 pm.
390. Identify the segment in the sentence which 395. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains a grammatical error. contains a grammatical error.
There was enough evidence to convict him on Rice of a best quality is available in the nearby
selling of fake medicines. supermarket at eighty rupees per kilo.
(a) There was enough evidence (a) a best quality (b) at eighty rupees
(b) Fake medicines (c) in the nearby (d) is available
(c) to convict him SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(d) on selling of Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'The best' will be used
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) instead of 'a best', because article 'the' is used before
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'on the selling of' will superlative degree.
be used in place of 'on selling of', because when two Correct sentence :-
nouns are joined by 'of' then 'the' is used before the Rice of the best quality is available in the nearby
first noun. supermarket at eighty rupees per kilo.
Correct sentence- There was enough evidence to 396. Identify the segment in the sentence which
convict him on the selling of fake medicines. contains a grammatical error.
391. Identify the segment in the sentence which Two elderly ladies narrated an rather
contains a grammatical error. improbable story to the police.
Although this is a narrowest street, many large (a) to the police (b) improbable story
trucks can enter it. (c) narrated an rather (d) Two elderly ladies
(a) many large trucks (b) can enter it SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) Although this is (d) a narrowest street Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, the use of 'An rather'
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) is incorrect. In its place ' rather an' will be used
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'The narrowest' will because the use of 'an' is used for improbable story in
be used instead of 'a narrowest', because definite article the sentence.
'the' is used before superlative form (narrowest). Note –: Improbable is pronounced with 'vowel sound'.
Correct sentence- Although this is the narrowest Therefore before this, indefinite article 'An' will be
street, many large trucks can enter it. used.
392. Identify the segment in the sentence which Correct Sentence :-
contains a grammatical error : Two elderly ladies narrated rather an improbable story
Do you mind lending me your book for a hour? to the police.
(a) lending me (b) Do you mind 397. In the sentence identify the segment which
(c) for a hour (d) your book contains the grammatical error.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) In the northern suburbs of Bengaluru, home to
Ans. (c) : 'An hour' will be used in place of 'a hour' in the bulk of the information technology
the above sentence. Because 'hour' is a vowel sounding industry, the water crisis is even worst.
word so article 'an' will be used before it. (a) home to the bulk of
Correct sentence- Do you mind lending me your book (b) the water crisis
for an hour? (c) is even worst
393. Identify the segment in the sentence which (d) In the northern suburbs
contains the grammatical error. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
A Earth moves round the Sun. Ans : (c) In the above sentence, ' is even the worst' will
(a) moves (b) the Sun be used instead of 'is even worst'. Because in the given
(c) A Earth (d) round sentence 'worst' which is superlative form of bad and
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) 'the' is used before the superlative degree.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'The' Earth' will be Correct sentence :-
used in place of 'A Earth', because definite article 'the' In the northern suburbs of Bengaluru, home to the bulk
is used with celestial bodies (Earth, Sun, Moon etc.) of the information technology industry, the water crisis
Correct sentence- The Earth moves round the Sun. is even the worst.
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398. Identify the segment that contains a (a) our immediate attention
grammatical error. If there is no error, select (b) are a greatest
'No error' (c) which needs
The day before yesterday he left for Europe by (d) facing planet
the air. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) The day before yesterday Ans : (b) In the above sentence, 'the greatest' will be
(b) he left for Europe used instead of 'greatest'. Because definite article 'the' is
(c) No error used before superlative degree.
(d) by the air Correct sentence :-
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Climate change are the greatest threat facing our planet
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'by air' would be which needs our immediate attention.
appropriate in place of 'by the air'. Because 'by' is used 403. In the given sentence, identify the segment
before the medium of transport but article 'the' is not which contains a grammatical error.
used like – By air, by railway, by road, by water. I think Virat Kohli will remain the captain of
Correct sentence :- the Indian team in a year 2020.
The day before yesterday he left for Europe by air. (a) of the Indian team (b) in a year 2020
399. Identify the segment in the sentence which (c) will remain (d) the captain
contains the grammatical error. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
We will use enamel paint on this wall because it Ans. (b) : 'In the year 2020' would be appropriate
gives a best finish. instead of 'in a year 2020', in the above sentence,
(a) enamel paint on this wall because article 'the' will be used as definite sense and
(b) We will use in the sentence, 'year 2020' is giving the definite sense.
(c) a best finish Correct sentence :-
(d) because it gives I think Virat Kohli will remain the captain of the Indian
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II) team in the year 2020.
Ans : (c) In the above sentence, 'the best finish' will be 404. In the following question, some part of the
used instead of 'a best finish', because definite article sentence may have errors. Find out which part
'the' is used before superlative degree. of the sentence has as error and select the
Correct sentence :- appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
We will use enamel paint on this wall because it gives error, select 'No Error'.
the best finish. Teachers Day shall be observed (1)/ as non–
400. Identify the segment in the sentence which teaching day (2)/ in our campus (3)/ No Error
contains the grammatical error. (4)
With this heat wave on, we are having a (a) 1 (b) 2
terrible weather. (c) 3 (d) 4
(a) heat wave on (b) a terrible weather SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
(c) with this (d) we are having
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'as a non-teaching
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I) day' will be used in place of 'as non-teaching day.
Ans : (b) In the above sentence, 'terrible weather' will Because 'day' is countable noun and it is used as
be used instead of 'a terrible weather'. Because weather' indefinite sense therefore before it, indefinite article 'a'
is uncountable noun. Therefore before it, article (a/an) is will be used.
not used. Correct sentence :
Correct sentence :- Teachers Day shall be observed as a non–teaching day
With this heat wave on we are having terrible weather. in our campus.
401. Identify the segment in the sentence which 405. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains the grammatical error. contains the grammatical error.
The young girl was helping her father to look According to a recent study, drinking green tea
after shop. thrice a week is associated with a longest and
(a) her father (b) The young girl healthy life.
(c) was helping (d) to look after shop (a) a longest and healthy life
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) (b) According to a recent study
Ans : (d) In the above sentence, 'to look after the shop' (c) is associated with
will be used in place of 'to look after shop'. Because in (d) drinking green tea thrice a week
the above sentence, 'shop' is used as definite noun.
Hence, before it, 'the' should be used. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Note- 'A/An' is used before Indefinite noun. Ans. (a) : 'The longest and healthy life' would be
Correct sentence :- appropriate instead of 'a longest and healthy life' in the
The young girl was helping her father to look after the above sentence. Because 'the' is always used before
shop. superlative degree and the superlative form of long is
402. Identify the segment which contains the longest.
grammatical error. Correct Sentence :-
Climate change are a greatest threat facing our According to a recent study, drinking green tea thrice a
planet which needs our immediate attention. week is associated with the longest and healthy life.

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406. Identify the segment in the given sentence However, the essential services (1) / and critical
which contains the grammatical error. staff in a government (2) / will be on duty today
Most of voters in Taiwan seem to have once (3) / No Error (4)
again voted for the democratic party and (a) 1 (b) 2
President Tsai Ing-wen. (c) 3 (d) 4
(a) once again voted for SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III)
(b) the democratic pary Ans : (b) In the above sentence, 'the government' would
(c) in Taiwan seem to have be appropriate in place of 'a government', because here
(d) Most of voters the use of Government is used as specific sense.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III) Therefore before it, definite article 'the' will be used.
Ans. (d) In the above sentence, 'Most of the Voters' will Correct Sentence :-
be used in place of 'most of voters'. Because with most However, the essential services and critical staff in the
of the following structure is used. government will be on duty today.
410. In the following question, some part of the
most of + the + plural noun sentence may have errors. Find out which part
Correct Sentence :- of the sentence has as error and select the
Most of the voters in Taiwan seem to have once again appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
voted for the democratic party and President Tsai Ing- error, select 'No Error'.
wen. We look forward to an (1)/ successful working
407. In the given sentence identify the segment relationship (2)/ in the future (3)/ No Error (4)
which contains the grammatical error. (a) 1 (b) 2
(c) 3 (d) 4
When I met Akbar Padamsee, one of a pioneers
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
of Indian art, he was 87 but still alert and
active. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'a' will be used instead
(a) he was 87 of 'an', because article 'a' is used before the word
(b) when I met consonant sound (successful), while article 'an' is used
before vowel sound.
(c) one of a pioneers of Indian art
Correct Sentence :-
(d) but still alert and active We look forward to a successful working relationship
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) in the future.
Ans. (c) : 'One of the pioneers of Indian art' will be 411. In the following question, some part of the
used instead of 'one of a pioneers of Indian art' in the sentence may have errors. Find out which part
above sentence. Because after one of' 'article the' and of the sentence has an error and select the
plural countable noun is used. appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
Therefore here 'the' will be used in place of 'a'. error, select 'No Error'.
Correct Sentence :- A ethos of equality was one (1)/ of the major
When I met Akbar Padamsee, one of the pioneers of reasons for their (2) / belief in 'satguru'. (3)/ No
Indian art, he was 87 but still alert and active. Error (4)
408. In the following question, some part of the (a) 1 (b) 2
sentence may have errors. Find out which part (c) 3 (d) 4
of the sentence has an error and select the SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'ethos of equality
error, select 'No Error'. (collective noun) is being used as a collective noun and
An Country's Central News Agency (1)/said the due to the pronunciation of ethos with vowel sound,
launch was a (2)/''muscle-flexing''. (3)/ No Hence, Indefinite article 'an' will be used before it. So
Error (4) instead of 'A', 'An' will be used.
(a) 1 (b) 2 Correct Sentence :-
(c) 3 (d) 4 An ethos of equality was one of the major reasons for
their belief in 'satguru'.
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I)
412. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Ans : (a) In the above sentence, 'A' will be used in
contains the grammatical error.
place of 'An', because 'A' is used before consonant while Patralekha finished the cake in the blink of a
article 'An' is used before vowel sound. eye.
Note :– If the pronunciation of consonant is vowel, then (a) of a eye (b) in the blink
Article 'An' is used before it. (c) Patralekha finished (d) the cake
Correct Sentence :- SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
A Country's Central News Agency said the launch was Ans. (a) : 'Of an eye' would be appropriate in place of
a ''muscle-flexing''. 'of a eye', in the above sentence. Because the
409. In the following question, the sentence may pronunciation of eye is being used as vowel sound.
have errors Find out which part of the sentence Therefore article 'an' will be used before 'eye'.
is an error and select the appropriate option. If Correct Sentece :-
a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'. Patralekha finished the cake in the blink of an eye.
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413. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error. G. Correct use of Pronoun,
Nisha rejected the job offer as a salary offered Adjective and Adverb
was too low
(a) as a salary offered (b) Nisha rejected 417. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
(c) was too low (d) the job offer error in it. If there is no error, choose
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III)
‘No error’.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, as the salary offered'
Can you please pass me that glittery pen black?
will be used instead of 'as a salary offered'. Because in
the sentence, the use of salary would be appropriate in (a) pass me that (b) glittery pen black?
definite sense. (c) No error (d) Can you please
Correct Sentence :- SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
''Nisha rejected the job offer as the salary offered was Ans. (b) : In the above sentence part (b) 'glittery pen
too low''. black ?' is grammatically incorrect Because the part
414. Identify the segment in the sentence which show irregular sequence of adjective and noun, the
contains the grammatical error. correct sequence is 'adjective + noun' (pen).
Due to a last minute snag, the mission on a The correct sentence– can you please pass me glittery
moon had to be cancelled. black pen.
(a) on a moon 418. The following sentences has been split into four
(b) Due to a last minute snag segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(c) the mission grammatical error.
(d) had to be cancelled
It can / get extreme cold / during / the wniters.
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) get extreme cold (b) it can
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, instead of 'on a moon',
'On the Moon' would be appropriate. Because definite (c) the winters (d) during
article 'the' is used before celestial object of the world like SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
– Sun, Moon, Earth, Planet, North pole, South Pole Ans. (a) : The segment of the above given sentence 'get
equator etc. extream cold'' is grammatically incorrect because the
Correct sentence :- adverb (extremely) is used in the place of 'extreme'. It
Due to a last minute snag, the mission on the moon had modifies the adjective (cold) / the correct.
to be cancelled. Sentence is- 'It can get extremely cold during the
415. Identify the segment in the sentence which winters.'
contains the grammatical error from the given 419. The following sentence has been divided into
options. parts. One of them may contain an error.
Outside the cinema hall, there was queue of Select the part that contains the error from the
people waiting to see the movie. given options. If you don’t find any error, mark
(a) there was queue of ‘No error’ as your answer.
(b) people waiting The food container / is not enough big to meet /
(c) to see the movie
the demands of the affected people.
(d) Outside the cinema hall
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) The food container
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, Article 'a' will be (b) the demands of the affected people.
used before queue. Because article 'a/an' is used before (c) No error
singular countable noun. (d) is not enough big to meet
Correct sentence :- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Outside the Cinema hall, there was a queue of people Ans. (d) : In the above sentence "is not enough big to
waiting to see the movie. meet" need to be replaced with "is not big enough to
416. Identify the segment in the sentence which meet". Because Adverb "enough" always comes after
contains the grammatical error from the given the adjective, while it can come before a noun. 'Big
options. enough' means sufficient to Fulfill a need' demand or
They visited the Qutub Minar, which is most requirement".
attractive spot in Delhi. Correct Sentence
(a) Attractive spot (b) which is most The food container is not big enough to meet the
(c) they visited (d) in Delhi demands of the affected people.
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420. Select the sentence that has a grammatical
Ans. (b) : 'The most' would be appropriate in place of
'most' in the above sentence, because article 'the' is error.
used before superlative degree. (a) Don't talk so loudly.
much − more − most (b) Rama can bowl fastly.
Correct Sentence : - (c) Go back to your room.
They visited the Qutub Minar, which is the most (d) Run quickly.
attractive spot in Delhi. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV)
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence fastly will be replaced (a) a widely remit and a wise legacy
with fast (Adverb) and fast words as an adjective also. (b) especially the Supreme Court, with
Fast does not require – 'ly' in the end to make an adverb. (c) A key institution is the judiciary
as it is an adverb itself. (d) No error
Correct Sentence– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I)
Rama can bowl fast.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'a wide remission' will
421. Find the part of the given sentence that has an be used in place of 'a widely remit' because 'adjective +
error in it. If there is no error, choose noun' will be used after Article 'A' while widely and
‘No error’. remit is used as adverb and verb respectively.
What is the price of this fancy dress pink? Correct Sentence-
(a) fancy dress pink? (b) No error A key institution is the judiciary especially the Supreme
(c) price of this (d) what is the Court with a wide remission and a wise legacy.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) 425. The following sentence has been divided into
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Pink fancy dress' will four parts. One of them contains an error.
be used in place of 'fancy dress Pink' if more than one Select the part that contains theerror from the
Adjective is used before noun then its proper sequence given options.
will be size/shape/age/color/origin/material/ Purpose. They were / married happily / before she / quit
Correct Sentence : What is the price of this Pink fancy her job.
dress.
ABCD
422. Find the part of the given sentence that has an (a) A (b) D
error in it. If there is no error, choose
(c) C (d) B
‘No error’.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
Its impossible to conduct truly causal research
on media consumption and suicide. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'happily married' will
(a) Its impossible to conduct be used in place of married happily because adverb
(b) media consumption and suicide. 'happily' qualify the verb married'.
(c) No error Correct Sentence -
(d) truly causal research on The were happily married before she quit her job.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) 426. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence It's (It is) will be used error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
in place of Its (Possessive adjective) because 'sub + error'.
verb' is needed in the sentence and 'Its' is not used as India has turned 70 years older as a Republic.
Possessive Pronoun. (a) 70 years older (b) as a Republic
Correct Sentence : It is impossible to conduct truly (c) No error (d) India has turned
casual research on media consumption and Suicide. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II)
423. Identify the segment in the sentence which Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'old' will be used in
contains a grammatical error. If there is no place of "older" because according to the sense of the
error, then select the option "No error". sentence here the need of Adjective (old) of Positive
The credit for organizing/the successful event degree whereas "older" (comperative degree) is used
was/ given to both Neha and I. with "than" to show comparision between Two objects.
(a) the successful event was Correct Sentence-
(b) given to both Neha and I. India has turned 70 years old as a Republic.
(c) The credit for organizing
(d) No error 427. Parts of the following sentence have been given
as options. Select the option that contains an
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
error.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'me' will be used in Everyone should respect those parents,
place of 'I' because objective case is used after teachers, and elders.
verb/Preposition (given to). Hence objective case 'after'
of Pronoun 'I' will be used. (a) and elders. (b) respect those
Correct sentence- (c) parents, teachers (d) Everyone should
The credit for organising the successful event was given SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
to both Neha and me. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'respect their/his' will
424. Find the part of the given sentence that has an be used in place of 'respect those' because when
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No everyone, everybody is subject of the sentence then
error'. possessive pronoun their/his is used.
A key institution is the judiciary, especially the Correct Sentence -
Supreme Court, with a widely remit and a wise Everyone should respect their/his parents, teachers and
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428. Parts of the following sentence have been given (a) seems to steep (b) for us
as options. Select the option that contains an (c) The mountain (d) to climb
error. SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
This is the book whom I wanted to buy. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Seems too steep' will
(a) the book (b) whom I be used in place of 'seems to steep' because (too +
(c) wanted to buy. (d) This is Adjective -----to) is used to give Negative sense. Which
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) gives suitable sense for the sentence.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'which I' will be used Correct Sentence–
in place of 'whom I' because Relative pronoun 'which' The mountain seems too steep for us to climb.
is used for non-living things. 432. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Note- Relative pronoun 'whom' is used for living thing contains a grammatical error.
in objective case. One must not boast about their success.
Correct Sentence - (a) not boast (b) their success
This is the book which I wanted to buy. (c) about (d) One must
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
429. Parts of the given sentence have been given as
options. One of them may contain an error. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'One's success' will be
Select the part that contains the error from the used in place of 'their success' because the possessive
given options. If you don't find any error, mark pronoun of 'one' is 'one's'.
'No error' as your answer. Correct Sentence -
In many places, restoring mangrove forests can One must not boast about one's success.
be an extreme effective strategy 433. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(a) forests can be an contains a grammatical error. If there is no
(b) No error eror, select 'No error'.
(c) In many places, restoring mangrove At one time birds and animals lived peaceful
(d) extreme effective strategy together.
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II (a) peaceful together
(b) birds and animals lived
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'extremely effective'
(c) No error
will be used in place of 'extreme effective' because
'effective' is an adjective, So Adverb form (extreamely) (d) At one time
will be used to modify 'effective'. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
Correct Sentence – Ans. (a) : 'Peacefully (adverb) will be used instead of
In many places, restoring mangrove forests can be an peaceful (noun) in the above sentence. Because 'adverb'
is used to modify 'lived (verb).
extremely effective strategy.
Correct sentence–
430. Parts of the following sentence have been given At one time birds and animals lived peacefully together.
as options. One of them may contain an error.
Select the part that contains the error from the 434. Identify the segment that contains a
given options. If you don't find any error, mark grammatical error.
'No error' as your answer. A misunderstanding has crept between he and
Educators must roll up their sleeves and do a his sister.
more best job of teaching critical thinking. (a) and his sister (b) between he
(a) Educators must roll up their sleeves (c) has crept (d) A misunderstanding
(b) No error SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
(c) and do a more best job Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'him' will be used in
(d) of teaching critical thinking place of 'he'. Because objective case (him) is used after
SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III preposition (between). While 'he' is used as subjective
case.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'and do the best Job'
will be used in place of 'and do a more best Job' because Correct sentence–
comparative degree (more) and superlative degree (best) A misunderstanding has crept between him and his
are not used together. sister.
Note- Article the is used before the superlative degree. 435. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Correct Sentence – contains a grammatical error. If there is no
Educators must roll up their sleeves and do the best job error, select 'No error'.
of teaching critical thinking. If you are going downhill you can go much fast.
431. The following sentence has been split into (a) No error
four segments. Identify the segment that (b) If you are going downhill
contains a grammatical error. (c) much fast
The mountain / seems to steep / for us / to (d) you can go
climb. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
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Ans. (c) : 'Very' will be used instead of 'much' in the (a) much advantages (b) in a group
above sentence. Because adverb 'very' is used to modify (c) of working together (d) There are
the adverb 'fast'. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
Note : - Generally 'much' is used before adjective. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Many advantages' will
Correct sentence– be used in place of 'much advantages'.
If you are going downhill you can go very fast. (We use many to refer to a large number of something
in countable sense.)
436. Identify the segment in the sentence which Correct Sentence–
contains a grammatical error. If there is no There are many advantages of working together in a
error, select 'No error'. group.
You should tell these children to complete their
440. In the given sentence, identify the segment that
projects himself.
contains a grammatical error.
(a) You should tell Draw a lotus plant and label their parts.
(b) No error (a) and label (b) Draw a
(c) these children to complete (c) lotus plant (d) their parts
(d) their projects himself. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'its' will be used
Ans. (d) : 'Themselves' will be used in place of himself instead of 'their', because possessive adjective 'its' is
in the above sentence. Because the subject (children) of used for non-living things.
the sentence is plural and plural possessive adjective 'It' is a determiner which shows belonging to a thing.
'their' is used for it. Therefore for it, plural reflexive Correct sentence–Draw a lotus plant and label its
pronoun, themselves will be used. parts'.
Correct sentence– 441. In the given sentence, identify the segment that
You should tell these children to complete their projects contains a grammatical error.
themselves. A community is a group of people who shares a
437. Select the most appropriate option to substitute common culture.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (a) A community is (b) a group of people
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No (c) common culture (d) who shares a
substitution'. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
Her coach allowed she swimming in deep Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'that' would be
water. appropriate instead of 'who' because 'group' is a non-
(a) her swimming (b) No substitution living and pronoun 'that' is used for nonliving thing.
(c) her to swim (d) she to swim Correct Sentence:-
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II A community is a group of people that shares a
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'allowed' is a verb, after common culture.
it. pronoun will be used in objective case. 442. Identify the segment in the sentence which
So to make correct sentence, 'her to swim' will be used contains a grammatical error.
in place of 'she swimming'. I will come to yours house in the evening to
Hence, Option (c) is correct play chess.
438. The following sentence has been split into four (a) to yours house (b) in the evening
segments. Identify the segment that contains a (c) to play chess (d) I will come
grammatical error. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
It is difficult to say/which of the/two girls in Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'to your house' will be
that house/is the eldest? used in place of 'to yours house' because 'house' is a
(a) which of the noun and adjective is always used to qualify noun.
(b) It is difficult to say Your → Possessive adjective
(c) two girls in that house Yours → Possessive Pronoun
(d) is the eldest
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I 443. In the given sentence, identify the segment that
contains a grammatical order.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'elder' will be used in
place of 'eldest', because comparative degree is used for There is a few water in the bowl on the table.
two person/things. (a) There is (b) a few water
Correct sentence - (c) in the bowl (d) on the table
It is difficult to say which of the two girls in that house SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
is elder? Ans. (b) : 'Few/a few/the few' is used before countable
439. In the sentence identify the segment that noun, while 'little/a little/the little' is used before
contains a grammatical error. uncountable noun and 'water' is an uncountable noun so
There are much advantages of working before it, 'a little' will be used.
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444. The following sentence has been split into four Ans. (b) : 'I get tired' will be used instead of 'I get
segments. Identify the segment that contains a myself tired, in the above sentence, because in the
grammatical error. sentence, the use of Reflexive pronoun (myself) is
The birds flew/fastly above/as we stood/on superfluous.
outterrace. Correct sentence → I find that I get tired very easily
(a) The birds flew (b) On our terrace these days.
(c) Fastly above (d) As we stood
448. The following sentence has been divided into
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II
parts. One of them may contain a grammatical
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'Fast' will be used in error. Select the part that contains the error
place of 'fastly', because adverb 'fast' is used to modify from the given options. if you don't find any
the verb 'flew' while 'fastly' is a incorrect word. error, mark 'No error' as your answer.
Correct Sentence- They had hardly completed / half of the work /
The birds flew fast above as we stood on our terrace. than the boss called them.
445. The following sentence has been split into four (a) than the boss called them
segments. Identify the segment that contains a (b) They had hardly completed
grammatical error. (c) No error
I am not sure/if the red car/ in the parking (d) half of the work
slot/is your. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
(a) if the red car (b) in the parking slot Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, the use of 'when' would
(c) is your (d) I am not sure be appropriate in the place of 'than' because 'When' is
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I used with hardly/ scarcely.'
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'yours' will be used Hence 'when' will be used in place of 'than'.
instead of 'your'. According to the sense of the sentence, Scarcely/Hardly............when
possessive pronoun (yours) is required at the end of the
Correct Sentence-
sentence, not possessive adjective (your).
Correct Sentence - They had hardly completed half of the work when the
boss called them.
I am not sure if the red car in the parking slot is yours.
449. The following sentence has been split into four
446. Parts of the following sentence have been given
segments. Identify the segment that contains a
as options. One of them may contain an error.
grammatical error.
Select the part that contains the error from the
given options. if you don't find any error, mark My friend / who's leg / was fractured, / has
'No error' as your answer. recovered.
He sat down in a darkly corner and covered his (a) who's leg (b) was fractured
face, and would not say a single word to (c) My friend (d) has recovered
anyone. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
(a) No error Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, 'Whose leg' will be
(b) and covered his face, and would used instead of 'who's leg' because 'who' is used as
(c) He sat down in a darkly corner subjective case while 'whose' is used as possessive case
(d) not say a single word to anyone 'as an adjective'.
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I Correct sentence–
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'he sat' down in a dark My friend whose leg was fractured has recovered.
corner' would be appropriate instead of 'He sat down in 450. The following sentence has been split into four
a darkly corner,' because 'corner' is a noun, hence before segments. Identify the segment that contains a
it, adjective 'Dark' will be used, not adverb (darkly). grammatical error.
Correct Sentence – If he wants/ farther information,/ send him/ to
He sat down in a dark corner and covered his face, and me.
would not say a single word to anyone (a) to me (b) send him
447. The following sentence has been split into four (c) If he wants (d) farther information
segments. identify the segment that contains a SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I
grammatical error. Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, the segment 'farther
I find that / I get myself tired / very easily / information' is grammatically incorrect. Here 'farther'
these days. means 'at a distance' 'further' will be used which means
(a) these days (b) I get myself tired 'next'.
(c) I find that (d) very easily Correct sentence-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III If he wants further information, send him to me.
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451. The following sentence has been divided into 455. Parts of the given sentence have been given as
parts. One of them contains an error. Select the options. One of them may contain an error.
part the contains the error from the given Select the part that contains the error from the
option. given options. If you don't find any error,
This question / is quite too / simple for me / to mark 'No error' as your answer.
answer. It feels greatly to be with you at this ceremony.
(a) simple for me (b) is quite too (a) at this ceremony (b) to be with you
(c) This question (d) to answer (c) It feels greatly (d) No error
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Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, the part 'is quite too' Ans. (c) : 'It greatly feels' will be used in place of 'It
contains an error, because 'quite' and 'too' means the feels greatly' in the above sentence, because 'greatly'
same. so 'too' is superfluous in the sentence. (adverb) is qualifying 'feels (verb) will be used before
it.
Correct sentence–
Correct Sentence –
'This question is quite simple for me to answer.'
It greatly feels to be with you at this ceremony.
452. The following sentence has been split into four
456. The following sentence has been divided into
segments. Identify the segment that contains a parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
grammatical error. the part that contains the error from the given
The recently hike/in the price of petroleum options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
products/will hit/household budgets severely. error' as your answer.
(a) The recently hike Solar storms can / impact Earth-dwellers ' in
(b) household budgets severely significantly ways.
(c) will hit (a) Solar storms can
(d) in the price of petroleum products
(b) impact Earth-dwellers
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III (c) No error
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'The recent hike' will (d) in significantly ways
be used in place of 'The recently hike' because 'hike' is a SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
noun and adjective 'recent' will be used before noun, not Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'significant' will be
adverb (Recently). used in place of 'significantly (adv)'. Because significant
453. The following sentence has been split into four (adjective) is used to qualify 'the ways' (noun).
segments. Identify the segment that contains a Correct Sentence –
grammatical error. Solar storms can impact Earth-dwellers in significant
My older brother,/ which you’ll / meet later,/ is ways.
a dentist.
(a) which you’ll (b) My older brother 457. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(c) is a dentist (d) meet later
grammatical error.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I He had begun to dig / diligent along the / low
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'Whom' would be tideline and had / captured two clams.
appropriate instead of 'which' because the relative (a) captured two clams
pronoun 'whom' (objective case) is used for person. (b) low tideline and had
While 'which' is used for animal/thing. (c) diligent along the
Correct Sentence - (d) He had begun to dig
My older brother whom you'll meet later, is a dentist. SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I
454. The following sentence has been split into four Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'diligently along the'
segments. Identify the segment that contains a will be used in place of 'diligent along the' because
grammatical error. adverb 'diligently' will be used to modify the verb
My house / is more / spacious than / my sister. 'begun'. while 'diligent' is an adjective.
(a) spacious than (b) My house Correct Sentence –
(c) is more (d) my sister He had begun to dig diligently along the low tideline
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I and had captured two clams.
Ans. (d) : Instead of 'my sister' 'that of my sister will be 458. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
used in the above sentence, because 'house' is being the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
compared in the sentence and comparison is made there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
between the same noun. substitution required'.
Note- "Than my sister's house" can also be used. The playground was way large then I had
Correct Sentence– imagined, and in cleaning it, my back began to
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(a) larger than I had (a) one of the slyest and more
(b) No substitution required (b) No error
(c) largest to what I have (c) The mountain lion is
(d) large then I have (d) elusive animals in the woods.
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : The underlined part of the above sentence, Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'One of the slyest and
'larger than I had' would be appropriate because the most' will be used in place of one of the slyest and
sense of comparison is being displayed and in the more, because same part of speech, is added with 'And'
comparative sense 'than' is used for comparison. 'the slyest is superlative degree so superlation degree
Correct Sentence – (most) will be used after 'and'.
The Playground was way larger than I had imagined, Correct Sentence–
and in cleaning it, my back began to ache. The mountain lion is one of the slyest and most elusive
459. The following sentence has been divided into animal in the woods.
parts. One of them may contain an error. Selec 462. The following sentence has been split into four
the part that contains the error from the given segments. Identify the segment that contains a
options. If your don't find any error, mark 'No grammatical error.
error' as your answer.
The brightest stars/can be 30,000 times/most
A man tends to one / of the horses after it's /
luminous / than the Sun
training at a stud farm.
(a) of the horses after it's (a) The brightest stars (b) most luminous
(b) A man tends to one (c) can be 30,000 times (d) than the Sun
(c) No error SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
(d) training at a stud farm Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'more luminous' will
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II be used in place of 'most luminous' because the use of
'than' is showing the sense of comparison so
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'of the horses after its, comparative degree 'more' will be used.
will be used instead of 'of the horses after it's', because
Correct Sentence –
in sentence, according to horses, possessive adjective
its' will be used while 'it's' is the short form of 'it is '. The brightest stars can be 30,000 times more Luminous
because possessive adjective is used before noun than the sun.
(training). 463. The following sentence has been divided into
Correct Sentence – parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
A man tends to one of the horses after its training at a the part that contains the error from the given
stud farm. options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No
error’ as your answer.
460. Parts of the following sentence have been given
as options. One of them may contain an error. May I / please borrow / yours book?
Select the part that contains the error from the (a) May I (b) yours book
given options. If you don't find any error, mark (c) No error (d) please borrow
'No error' as your answer. SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
When you are under significant stress, it is Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, your book' will be
hardly to process details and nuances. used in place of 'yours book'. Because possessive
(a) significant stress, it is hardly adjective (your) is used before noun (book). While
(b) to process details and nuances 'Yours' is possessive pronoun.
(c) When you are under Correct Sentence-
(d) No error May I please borrow your book ?
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I 464. The following sentence has been split into four
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'Hard' is used in place segments. Identify the segment that contains a
of Hardly because according to the sense of the grammatical error.
sentence, it gives suitable meaning. Laughing for about ten minutes / continuous
Hence adjective (Hard) will be used after 'it is'. each day / is supposed to be / good for your
Correct Sentence – health.
When you are under significant stress, it is hard to (a) good for your health
process details and nuances. (b) is supposed to be
461. The following sentence has been divided into (c) continuous each day
parts. One of them may contain an error. Select (d) Laughing for about ten minutes
the part that contains the error from the given SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No Ans. (c) : 'Continuously' (adverb) will be used in place
error' as your answer. of continuous (adjective) in the above sentence.
The mountain lion is / one of the slyest and Because an adverb is needed to qualify the whole
more / elusive animals in the woods. clause.
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Note– Adverb is used to qualify-verb, adverb, adjective Ans. (b) : 'Merrily' will be used in place of 'merry' in
preposition and sometimes the whole clauses. the above sentence, because according to the sense of
Correct sentence– sentence, 'adverb' (merrily) is needed here to modify
Laughing for about ten minutes continuously each day verb (played).
is supposed to be good for your health. Hence adverb (merrily) will be used.
465. The following sentence has been split into four Correct sentence:– The children played merrily in the
park while their parents kept a watch.
segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error. 469. The following sentence has been divided into
Philip was / too proud / for extending / a hand parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
of friendship. the part that contains the error from the given
(a) too proud (b) a hand of friendship options. If you don't find any error, select 'No
(c) Philip was (d) for extending error' as your answer.
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III However hardly you / may work, / nobody will
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'to extend' will be used praise you.
instead of 'for extending' because 'too ---- to' is used in (a) nobody will praise you
the sense of 'so much that' and after 'to' first form of (b) No error
verb is used. (c) may work
Correct Sentence – (d) However hardly you
SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
Philip was too proud to extend a hand of friendship.
Ans. (d) : 'Hard' will be used instead of 'Hardly' in the
466. Parts of the given sentence have been given as
above sentence, because 'hardly' is a negative word
options. One of them contains a grammatical
which is not suitable according to the sense of
error. Select the option that has the error.
sentence. Hence, adverb 'hard' will be used.
Pray to the Almighty God with utmost
devotion and help the needy and poored Correct sentence:– However hard you may work,
people. nobody will praise you.
(a) with utmost devotion 470. The following sentence has been divided into
(b) help the needy parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
(c) poored people the part that contains the error from the given
(d) to the Almighty God options. If you don't find any error, select 'No
SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III error' as your answer.
Ans. (c) : 'Poor people' will be used in place of 'Poored This newspaper has/a bigger circulation/from
people' in the above sentence. Because in the given any other newspaper.
sentence, 'people' is a noun. Hence, adjective (Poor) (a) a bigger circulation
will be used before it. (b) from any other newspaper
Correct Sentence - (c) this newspaper has
Pray to the Almighty God with utmost devotion and (d) No error
help the needy and poor people. SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III
467. The following sentence has been split into four Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'than' would be
segments. Identify the segment that contains a appropriate in place of 'from'. Because 'than' is used
grammatical error. with comparative degree.
This apartment / is / nice than / that one. Correct sentence –
(a) that one (b) is This newspaper has a bigger circulation than any other
(c) nice than (d) This apartment newspaper.
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II 471. The following sentence has been split into four
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'Nicer than' will be segments. Identify the segment which contains
used instead of 'Nice than', because 'than' is used in the a grammatical error.
sense of comparison. So comparative degree (Nicer) Deepu's mother / has repeated asked him/ to
would be appropriate. lower the volume / of his mobile.
Correct Sentence - This apartment is nicer than that (a) has repeated asked him
one. (b) to lower the volume
468. The following sentence has been split into four (c) of his mobile
segments. identify the segment that contains a (d) Deepu's mother
grammatical error. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
The children played / merry in the park / while Ans. (a) : 'Repeatedly' will be used in place of has
their parents / kept a watch. 'repeated' in the above sentence, because according to
(a) while their parents the use of asked (verb). an adverb would be appropriate
(b) merry in the park to modify it.
(c) The children played Correct Sentence -
(d) kept a watch Deepu's mother repeatedly asked him to lower the
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472. In the given sentence, identify the segment Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, instead of fearless
which contains the grammatical error. (adjective), fearlessly (adverb) will be used because
The government has announced a gradual adverb(fearlessly) is used to modify the verb (marched).
reboot of air travel who was halted two months Correct Sentence-
ago due to lockdown. The army marched fearlessly towards the enemy
(a) who was halted cantonment.
(b) due to lockdown
476. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(c) The government has announced
contains a grammatical error.
(d) reboot of air travel
The small cafe at the end of the road is her.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) of the road (b) is her
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'that was halted' would (c) at the end (d) The small cafe
be appropriate in place of 'Who was halted'. Because
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
'who' is used for living thing while 'that' is used for non
livings as a relative pronoun. Ans. (b) : 'Hers' will be used in place of 'her' in the
Correct Sentence- above sentence, because possessive pronoun would be
The government has announced a gradual reboot of air appropriate to show the possession. While 'her' is a
travel that was halted two months ago due to lockdown. possessive adjectives.
473. The following sentence has been split into four Correct sentence-
segments. Identify the segment that contains a The small cafe at the end of the road is hers.
grammatical error. 477. Identify the segment in the sentence which
After a long gap,/we went shopping/last sunday contains a grammatical error.
and bought/ that we wanted. She has been a member of this club since it's
(a) that we wanted formation.
(b) last sunday and bought (a) this club (b) a member of
(c) we went shopping (c) since it's formation (d) She has been
(d) after a long gap SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : 'Its' will be used in place of 'it's' in the above
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'which we wanted' will sentence, because 'its' is used as possessive adjective
be used instead of 'that we wanted', because 'which' is and after it noun (formation) is used.
used for nonliving things as a relative pronoun. Correct sentence- She has been a member of this club
Correct Sentence - since its formation.
After a long gap we went shopping last sunday and 478. Identify the segment in the sentence which
bought which we wanted. contains a grammatical error.
474. The following sentence has been divided into The three of them shouted out to each another
parts. One of them contains an error. Select the when the train started moving.
part that contains the error the given options. (a) The three of them
The food/in the new eatery/is much best (b) shouted out to each another
than/the one in RK Puram. (c) when the train
(a) is much best than (d) started moving
(b) in the new eatery SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(c) the one in RK Puram Ans. (b) : 'One another' will be used in place of' each
(d) The food
another' in the above sentence. Because 'each other' is
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
used for two people while 'one another' is used for
Ans. (a) : 'Is much better than' will be used instead of 'is more than two.
much best than' in the above sentence, because Correct sentence- The three of them shouted out to
comparative degree (better) is used before than. one another when the train started moving.
Correct Sentence -
479. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
The food in the new eatery is much better than the one
in RK Puram. contains the grammatical error.
Nikhil is more braver than Sushant who is
475. The following sentence has been divided into afraid of the dark.
parts. One of them contains an error. Select the
(a) more braver than (b) Nikhil is
part that contains the error from the given
(c) who is afraid (d) of the dark
options.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
The army/marched fearless/towards/the enemy
cantonment. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'braver' will be used
(a) marched fearless in place of 'more braver' because more and braver both
(b) towards are comparative degree and double comparative is not
(c) the enemy cantonment used together.
(d) the army Correct sentence- Nikhil is braver than Sushant who
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) is afraid of the dark.
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480. Identify the segment in the sentence, which 485. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error. contains a grammatical error.
No matter he tries hard he cannot play the Nobody has ever listened to me so attentive.
guitar. (a) ever listened (b) so attentive
(a) No matter (b) he tries hard (c) to me (d) nobody me
(c) he cannot (d) play the guitar
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'how' will be used Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'so attentively' would
after ' No matter' because no matter is followed by be appropriate instead of 'so attentive'. because adverb
verb/adverb. 'attentively' would be appropriate for verb 'listened' not
Correct sentence- No matter how hard he tries, he adjective 'attentive'.
cannot play the guitar. Correct Sentence : -
481. Identify the segment in the sentence which Nobody has ever listened to me so attentively.
contains the grammatical error. 486. In the sentence identify the segment which
My sister and myself are pleased to accept your contains the grammatical error.
invitation to dinner. There isn't many rice left in the house so we
(a) My sister and myself
(b) are pleased must replenish our stock soon.
(c) to accept (a) left in the house
(d) your invitation to dinner (b) our stock soon
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) (c) so we must replenish
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'I' will be used in (d) There isn't many rice
place of 'myself', because Reflexive pronoun (myself) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I)
is not used as a subject. Ans. (d) : 'There isn't much rice' would be appropriate
Correct sentence- My sister and I are plaeased to in place of 'There isn't many rice' in the above
accept your invitation to dinner. sentence, because 'rice' is a singular uncountable noun
482. Identify the segment in the sentence which for this 'much' is used while 'many' is used with
contains the grammatical error.
The cheetah can run more faster than any uncountable noun.
other animal. example- much rice, much milk, much bread
(a) any other animal (b) more faster (uncountable noun)
(c) than (d) can run many students, many pens, many cats (countable noun)
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) Correct Sentence : -
Ans. (b) : 'More and faster' will not be used together, There isn't much rice left in the house so we must
because both are comparative and double comparative replenish our stock soon.
is not used together. 487. In the sentence identify the segment which
Correct sentence- The cheetah can run faster than any contains the grammatical error.
other animal.
He is more smarter than his brother though he
483. Identify the segment in the sentence which
does not earn much money.
contains a grammatical error.
I had to hold on to the wall to steady itself or I (a) though he does not earn
could have fallen. (b) much money
(a) to the wall (b) I had to hold on (c) He is more smarter
(c) to steady itself (d) could have fallen (d) than his brother
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'to steady myself' will Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'He is smarter will be
be used in place of 'to steady itself'. Because the used instead of 'he is more smarter', because double
reflexive pronoun of the subject 'I' is 'myself'. comparative degree can not be used together.
Correct Sentence : - Correct Sentence : -
I had to hold on to the wall to steady myself or I could He is smarter than his brother though he does not earn
have fallen.
much money.
484. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains a grammatical error. 488. In the sentence identify the segment which
The information you are asking for is quite contains the grammatical error.
irrelevance. I know the cobbler which mends the shoes
(a) is quite irrelevance (b) you are outside the gate of our colony.
(c) asking for (d) The information (a) I know the cobbler (b) the shoes
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) (c) which mends (d) outside the gate
Ans. (a) : 'Is quite irrelevant' will be used in place of SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
'is quite irrelevance' in the above sentence, because an
adjective is required to modify the information (noun) Ans : (c) 'Who mends' would be appropriate in place of
in which 'irrelevant' will be used. While 'Irrelevance' is 'which mends' in the above sentence. Because in the
used as a noun. given sentence, the use of 'which' is wrong for cobbler.
Correct sentence :- because Cobbler is a living thing for which relative
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'Who' is used for living thing while 'which' is used for Ans : (b) 'All of their family members; would be
non-living thing and 'that' is used for both (living and appropriate instead of 'all of they family members' in
non-living) the above sentence. Because the possessive adjective of
Correct Sentence : - 'they' is 'their' which qualify the family members.
I know the cobbler who mends the shoes outside the Correct Sentence : -
gate of our colony. They informed the teacher that all of their family
489. In the sentence identify the segment which members would be going to Visakhapatnam.
contains the grammatical error. 493. Identify the segment in the sentence which
With food granaries overflowing, the contains the grammatical error.
Government is looking to liquidate his grain The team began searching for reasons for their
stock to prevent damage. poor performance in the tournament.
(a) the Government is looking (a) The team began
(b) to liquidate his grain stock (b) in the tournament
(c) With food granaries overflowing (c) searching for reasons
(d) to prevent damage (d) for their poor performance
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (b) In the above sentence, 'its' will be used in Ans : (d) In the above sentence, 'for its poor performance'
place of 'His'. Because possessive adjective 'its' is used will be used instead of 'for their poor performance, because
for the government' (non-living thing). 'team' is a collective noun. Which is used in singular. So
Correct Sentence- with 'team' third person singular pronoun (its) will be used.
With food granaries overflowing, the Government is Whereas their is used for plural noun (they).
looking to liquidate its grain stock to prevent damage. Correct Sentence : -
490. In the sentence identify the segment which The team began searching for reasons for its poor
contains the grammatical error. If the sentence performance in the tournament.
has no error, then select 'No error'. 494. Identify the segment in the sentence which
How many money did Sudhir win in the contains the grammatical error.
lottery? Deepak said he would pack few things he had
(a) How many money (b) No error and vacate the hostel room the next day.
(c) in the lottery (d) did Sudhir win (a) the next day
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) (b) Deepak said he would pack
Ans : (a) In the above sentence, 'how much money' (c) pack few things he had
would be appropriate in place of 'How many money'. (d) and vacate the hostel room
Because 'money' is an uncountable noun. 'Much' is used SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II)
before uncountable noun. Ans : (c) 'The few' will be used in place of 'few' in the
Correct Sentence : - above sentence.
How much money did Sudhir win in the lottery? Few – not many (in the sense of negative)
491. In the sentence identify the segment which A few – some (in the sense of positive)
contains the grammatical error. The few – some (whatever is but all)
Vini bought two new dresses but either is Correct Sentence :-
suitable for the festival. Deepak said he would pack the few things he had and
(a) but either is vacate the hostel from the next day.
(b) Vini bought 495. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
(c) two new dresses contains the grammatical error.
(d) suitable for the festival Very little metals are as precious as gold.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) (a) as precious (b) metals are
Ans : (a) 'But neither is' will be used instead of 'but (c) as gold (d) very little
either is' in the above sentence. Because the use of SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III)
'neither' would be appropriate for negative sense. Ans : (d) In the above sentence, 'few will be used in
Neither- not one nor the other of two things or people. place of 'little' because 'few' is used for countable
Correct Sentence : - things. While 'little' is used for countable things.
Vini bought two new dresses but neither is suitable for Correct sentence :-
the festival. Very few metals are as precious as gold.
492. In the sentence identify the segment which 496. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains the grammatical error.
contains the grammatical error.
They informed the teacher that all of they
Billionaire Philip is the owner of the luxury
family members would be going to
yacht Lionheart, which worth an estimated
Visakhapatnam.
$150 million.
(a) would be going (a) which worth
(b) all of they family members (b) the owner of
(c) to Visakhapatnam (c) Billionaire Philip is
(d) They informed the teacher that (d) an estimated $150 million
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Ans : (a) In the above sentence, 'Whose worth' will be Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'so it was a bit scary'
used in place of 'Which worth'. Because the subject of will be used in place of 'so it was a bit scared', because
the sentence is alive and relative pronoun who/whose is adjective scary (something or someone that causes fear
used for living things. of terror. Which gives proper meaning for the
Correct sentence :- sentence.
Billionaire Philip is the owner of the luxury yacht Correct Sentence :-
Lionheart, whose worth an estimated $150 million. The park was well lighted at night but it was deserted,
497. In the given sentence, identify the segment so it was a bit scary.
which contains a grammatical error. 501. In the given sentence identify the segment
We can see much changes in Government which contains a grammatical error.
schools these days. There are some members who haven't paid his
(a) in Government schools subscription yet.
(b) We can see (a) who haven't paid (b) his subscription yet
(c) much changes (c) some members (d) There are
(d) these days SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III) Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, their subscription yet'
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'Many changes' will be will be used in place of 'his subscription yet' because
used in place of 'much changes' beacuse 'Many' will be the subject of this sentence (some members) is plural.
used with countable noun. (change) Hence, plural possessive adjective (their) will be used
Correct sentence :- for it.
We can see many changes in Government schools Correct Sentence :-
these days. There are some members who haven't paid their
498. In the sentence identify the segment which subscription yet.
contains the grammatical error. 502. In the given sentence, identify the segment
You must make a choice immediately because which contains a grammatical error.
there is few time left. All these boys have come to college without few
(a) because there is knowledge of English.
(b) a choice immediately (a) All these boys
(c) You must make (b) without few knowledge
(d) few time left (c) have come to college
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II) (d) of English
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'little time' will be
used instead of 'few time', because 'few' is used with Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'without little
countable noun, while 'little' is used with uncountable. knowledge' will be used in place of without few
knowledge.
(time)
Rule– 'few' is used as a countable noun and 'little' is
Correct Sentence
used uncountable noun while knowledge is
You must make a choice immediately because there is
uncountable noun. Hence, before 'knowledge' 'little'
little time left. would be appropriate.
499. In the sentence identify the segment which Correct Sentence :-
contains a grammatical error. All these boys have come to college without little
Queen elizabeth got marrying to Philip, former knowledge of English.
Prince of Greece and Denmark. 503. In the sentence identify the segment which
(a) marrying to Philip contains the grammatical error.
(b) Greece and Denmark Cats cannot be blamed for its behaviour to
(c) Queen Elizabeth got (d) former Prince of their masters as they are tamed so.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I) (a) to their masters
Ans. (a) : In the place of 'marrying', 'married' will be (b) Cats cannot be blamed
used in the above sentence, because in any sentence, (c) for its behaviour
either noun or adjective is used after verb. Hence, (d) as they are tamed so
Adjective' married' will be used after got. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II)
Correct Sentence :- Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'For their behaviour'
Queen elizabeth got married to Philip, former Prince would be appropriate instead of 'for its behaviour'.
of Greece and Denmark. Because 'its' is used for non-living things. While the
500. In the given sentence identify the segment subject of sentence is 'cats' (living thing). Hence
which contains the grammatical error. possessive adjective (their) would be appropriate for it.
The park was well lighted at night but it was Correct Sentence :-
deserted, so it was a bit scared. Cats cannot be blamed for their behaviour to their
(a) but it was deserted master as they are tamed so.
(b) The park was well lighted 504. In the given sentence, identify the segment
(c) so it was a bit scared which contains the grammatical error.
(d) at night The performance of our players is worst than I
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(a) The performance (b) our players Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Fast' will be used
(c) I had (d) worst than instead of 'fastly' because 'fast' is an adverb itself,
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II) which modify the verb (ran).
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'worse than' will be Correct sentence :
used instead of 'worst than', because comparative She ran so fast that I could not overtake her.
degree is used before 'than'. 509. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
Bad → Worse → Worst error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
( positive ) ( comparative ) ( superlative ) error'.
Correct Sentence :- My brother brought a few rice while coming
The performance of our players is worse than I had from the market./No error
expected. (a) No error
(b) My brother brought
505. Identify the segment in the sentence, which (c) a few rice while
contains the grammatical error.
(d) coming from the market
Yesterday I searched in every my cupboard for
the shirt I couldn't find. SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) I couldn't find (b) in every my cupboard Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'a little rice' will be
(c) for the shirt (d) Yesterday I searched used instead of 'a few rice', because 'A few' is used as a
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) countable sense and 'a little' is used uncountable sense.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'instead of' in every While 'Rice' is an uncountable noun. Hence the use of
my cupboard', 'in every cupboard' would be little would be appropriate.
appropriate. Because possessive adjective is not used Correct sentence :
after every. My brother brought a little rice while coming from the
Correct Sentence :- market.
Yesterday I searched in every cupboards for the shirt I 510. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
couldn't find. error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
506. Identify the segment in the given sentence error'.
which contains the grammatical error. Pallavi is the cleverest of the two sisters./No
I don't recognise a none of the politicians who error
have been invited to be the speakers today. (a) of the two sisters (b) Pallavi is
(a) invited to be (c) the cleverest (d) No error
(b) the speakers today SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) I don't recognise none of Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, 'the cleverer' will be
(d) the politicians who nave been used instead of 'the cleverest' because the comparative
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) degree is used for two men or two things and
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'I don't recognise any of superlative Degree is used more than two men or two
' will be used in place of 'I don't recognise none of'. things.
Because the use of 'don't. makes it clear that Sentence is Correct sentence :
negative. Hence 'none' will not be used but 'any' will be Pallavi is the cleverer of the two sisters.
used. which gives negative sense. 511. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
Correct Sentence :- error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
I don't recognise any of the politicians who have been error'.
invited to be the speakers today. He did not have few hopes when he contested
507. Find the part of the given sentence that has an the election./No error
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No (a) He did not have
error'. (b) few hopes when he
I know that he wanted to go home earliest./ No (c) contested the election
error. (d) No error
(a) go home earliest (b) I know that
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) No error (d) he wanted to
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Any' would be
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'early' (adverb) will appropriate instead of 'few' because 'any' is used for
be used instead of earliest (adjective). Because an negative sense and 'hope' would be appropriate instead
adverb will be used to modify the verb, (go). of 'hopes' because 'hope' is an uncountable noun.
Correct sentence :- Note- Any is used in the sense of negative and
I know that he wanted to go home early. interrogative sentence.
508. Find the part of the given sentence that has an Correct sentence :
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No He did not have any hope when he contested the
error'. election.
She ran so fastly that I could not overtake 512. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
her./No error error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
(a) She ran so fastly (b) not overtake her error'.
(c) No error (d) that I could It was not possible/for we/to understand her/No
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I) error.
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(a) for we (b) to understand her (a) but from (b) different mothers
(c) It was not possible (d) No error (c) David and me (d) are brothers
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'for us' will be used Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'I' (subjective case)
instead of 'for we', because the pronoun comes in would be appropriate instead of 'me' (objective case)
objective case after the preposition. because 'same part of speech' join with and.
Hence, the objective case of 'we' will be 'us'. Note:– All pronouns are used as subjective case before
Correct sentence : main verb.
It was not possible for us to understand her. Correct sentence :
513. Identify the segment in the sentence which 'David and I are brothers but from different mothers.'
contains the grammatical error. 517. Identify the segment in the sentence which
The recently announcement about various contains the grammatical error.
government schemes impacted the society The master did not know who of the servants
positively. had broken the glass.
(a) about various government (a) the glass (b) who of the servants
(b) the society positively (c) had broken (d) The master did not know
(c) schemes impacted SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) The recently announcement Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'which' will be used
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) in place of 'who'. Because which of the + plural
Ans. (d) :In the above sentence, 'recent announcement' noun/pronoun is used. Here 'which' would be
will be used instead of recently announcement. appropriate and gives suitable meaning for the
Because 'announcement' is a noun in sentence. Hence sentence.
Adjective 'recent' will be used to qualify before it, not Correct sentence :-
recently (adverb). The master did not know which of the servants had
Correct sentence : broken the glass.
The recent announcement about various government 518. Identify the segment in the sentence which
schemes impacted the society positively. contains the grammatical error from the given
514. Identify the segment in the sentence which options.
contains the grammatical error. The essay is divided into five paragraphs and
After the match, every player of the team went every of these has seven sentences.
back to its house. (a) has seven sentences
(a) team went back (b) After the match (b) into five paragraphs
(c) to its house (d) every player of the (c) The essay is divided
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) (d) and every of these
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'To his house' will be SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
used instead of 'to its house' because in sentence, Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'Each' will be used
subject is 'every player of the team', which denotes instead of 'every', because 'each' would be appropriate
singular person. So 'his' would be appropriate as a as a pronoun, while 'every' is only used as an adjective.
possessive adjective for singular person. Notes- Every is only used as an adjective, while 'each'
Correct sentence : is used both pronoun and adjective.
After the match, every player of the team went back to Correct sentence :
his house. The essay is divided into five paragraphs and each of
515. Identify the segment in the sentence which these has seven sentences.
contains the grammatical error. 519. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Rita was a model so she would starve herself to contains the grammatical error :
maintain their body weight. Grandmother was knitting a sweater for his
(a) so she would starve herself grand-daughter.
(b) their body weight (a) sweater for his (b) Grandmother was
(c) Rita was a model (c) grand-daughter (d) knitting a
(d) to maintain SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'her' will be used
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'her' will be used instead of 'his'. Because possessive adjective 'her' is
instead of 'their'. Because possessive adjective 'her' used for female (Grand-mother). While 'his' is used for
would be appropriate for Rita (girl). masculine gender.
Note– 'Their' is a possessive adjective of 'they'. Correct sentence :-
Correct sentence : ‘‘Grandmother was knitting a sweater for her grand-
Rita was a model so she would starve herself to daugher.''
maintain her body weight. 520. Identify the segment in the sentence which
516. Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error from the given
contains the grammatical error. options.
David and me are brothers but from different It's important for media to be more responsibly
mothers. and careful.
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(a) It's important (b) for media to be 524. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
(c) more responsibly (d) and careful error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III) error'.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'More responsible' will It would take up few of my time to explain to
be used in place of 'more responsibly' because when you the whole case./No error
two words joined by 'and', both the words are used in (a) few of my time to
the same parts of speech. (b) No error
Hence 'careful' is used as an adjective then, (c) explain to you the whole case
Responsible (adjective) will be used instead of (d) It would take up
responsibly (adverb). SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Note :– In sentence An adjective is used to modify Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'A little of my time to'
media (noun), not an adverb. would be appropriate in place of 'few of my time of'
Correct sentence :- because adjective 'a little' is used for uncountable
It's important for media to be more responsible and noun. While 'a few' is used for countable sense.
careful. Correct sentence :
521. Find the part of the given sentence that has an It would take up a little of my time to explain to you
error in it. If there is no error choose 'No error. the whole case.
He lost all his hardly earned money./ No error 525. From the given options, identify the segment in
(a) all his (b) hardly earned money the sentence which contains the grammatical
(c) No error (d) He lost error.
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) Nowadays spectacles are costly than they used
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Hard' will be used to be.
instead of 'Hardly', because 'Hardly' is used as a (a) Nowadays (b) they used to be
negative sense, while 'hard' is used as a positive sense (c) spectacles are (d) costly than
which gives suitable meaning. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct Sentence :- Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, in the sense of
He lost all his hard earned money. showing comparison, 'costlier' would be appropriate in
522. Find the part of the given sentence that has an place of 'costly'. Because comparative degree is always
error in it. If there in no error, choose 'No used to show comparison and it is clear from the use of
error'. 'than' in the sentence.
Don't worry, there is less time for the train to Correct sentence :-
arrive./No error Nowadays spectacles are costlier than they used to be.
(a) Don't worry (b) there is less time 526. From the given options, identify the segment in
(c) No error (d) for the train to arrive the sentence which contains the grammatical
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) error.
Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, according to the She was known for her skills in dance and
sense, 'much' is used in place of 'less'. Because it is music; she is equal proficient in the allied art of
clear from the use of 'don't worry' make it clear' that painting.
there is still more time for the train to arrive. (a) skills in dance
Hence the use of 'much' would be appropriate. (b) allied art of painting
Correct sentence :- (c) was known
Don't worry, there is much time for the train to arrive. (d) is equal proficient
523. Find the part of the given sentence that has an SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'Adverb, 'equally'
error'. would be appropriate instead of 'equal'. Because
She loved herself so more that she thought of adverb is used to modify an adjective (proficient).
no one else./No error Correct sentence :-
(a) thought of no one else She was known for her skills in dance and music, she
(b) No error is equally proficient in the allied art of painting.
(c) so more that she
(d) She loved herself H. Conditional Sentence
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'So much' would be 527. The following sentence has been split into four
appropriate instead of 'so more', because here 'more' is segments. Identify the segment that contains a
used as countable sense while 'much' is used as grammatical error.
uncountable sense. In this sentence, 'love' is used as When Mayank came, / I shall go / with him to /
uncountable sense. the circus.
Correct sentence :- (a) When Mayank came (b) with him to
She loved herself so much that she thought of no one (c) the circus (d) I shall go
else. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (a) : In the above given sentence, the segment – Note – 'Had' is used at the beginning of the sentence to
'when Mayank came ' is grammatically incorrect, show the condition.
because the sentence is showing the condition, when the Correct Sentence–
first clause is in simple present, then the second clause Had the situation been favourable, I would have
will be in simple future tense. attended the marriage.
(When + first clause (simple present), second clause
(simple future tense)] 531. In the given sentence, identify the segment
Correct sentence – 'When Mayank Comes, I shall go which contains the grammatical error.
with him to the circus.' He wonder for a moment if he had mistaken
the direction.
528. The following sentence has been split into four (a) if he had mistaken (b) He wonder
segments. Identify the segment that contains a (c) for a moment (d) the direction
grammatical error. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
If you plant a seed, / you will be noticed / that it Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'He would have
takes some / time to grow. wondered' will be used instead of 'he wonder'
(a) that it takes some (b) If you plant a seed If + sub + had + v3 ......would have + v3
(c) you will be noticed (d) time to grow Correct Sentence-
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I He would have wondered for a moment if he had
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'you will notice' will be mistaken the direction.
used instead of 'you will be noticed', because in this 532. In the sentence identify the segment which
type of conditional sentence if one clause is in present contains the grammatical error.
tense, the main clause is future indefinite tense.
That man would have attacked you, if you went
Correct Sentence – that way.
If you plant a seed you will notice that it makes some (a) That man would have (b) that way
time to grow. (c) if you went (d) attacked you
529. The following sentence has been divided into SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
parts. One of them may contain an error. Select Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'If you had gone' will
the part that contains the error from the given be used instead of 'if you went'. Because when 'would
options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No have' is used in principal clause, then 'if + had + V3' is
error' as your answer. used in sub-ordinate clause.
If he had not dropped out, / he will most Correct Sentence -
certainly have completed / his education by That man would have attacked you, if you had gone that
2023. way.
(a) his education by 2023 533. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(b) No error contains a grammatical error. If there is no
(c) If he had not dropped out error, then select the option 'No error'.
(d) he will most certainly have completed When he goes on a business trip, he is usually
SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III taking his wife.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'he would most (a) on a business trip
certainly have completed' will be used in place of 'he (b) No error
will most certainly have completed', because 'if in first (c) he is usually taking his wife
clause' had + v3 is used then in second clause 'would (d) when he goes
have + v3' will be is used. SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Correct Sentence – If he had not dropped out, he Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'takes' will be used
would most certainly have completed his education by instead of 'taking'. Because the above sentence is
2023. showing condition in such sentences, if first clause is
530. The following sentence has been split into four in present indefinite. then the second one will also be
segments. Identify the segment that contains a in present indefinite.
grammatical error. Note :– 'verb1 + s/es' is used with singular subject in
Has the situation / been favourable, / I would present indefinite tense and simple sentence.
have / attended the marriage. Correct sentence :-
(a) attended the marriage When he goes on a business trip, he usually takes his
(b) Has the situation wife.
(c) I would have 534. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(d) been favourable contains a grammatical error.
SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I She will come to work though it doesn't rain
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'had' is used instead of tomorrow.
'Has' because the sentence is conditional and if 'would (a) She will come (b) though it doesn’t
have' is used in second clause then had + V3 form is (c) to work (d) rain tomorrow
used in the first clause. SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence The use of (if) would 538. Identify the segment in the sentence which
be appropriate instead of 'though', because if would be contains the grammatical error.
used as a conjunction in conditional sentence. Which If I knew about him before I will have
gives appropriate meaning to the sentence. recommended him.
Correct sentence :- (a) If I knew (b) recommended him
She will come to work if it doesn't rain tomorrow. (c) about him before (d) I will have
535. In the sentence identify the segment which SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II)
contains the grammatical error. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'would have' will be
If so many catches had not being dropped, we used instead of 'I will have' because given sentence is
would have won the match. mix conditional whose structure is as follows.
(a) If so many catches If + simple past, + would have + V III form
(b) had not being dropped
Correct sentence :-
(c) won the match
If I knew about him before, I would have
(d) we would have recommended him.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
539. In the sentence identify the segment which
Ans : (b) In the above sentence, 'been' would be contains the grammatical error.
appropriate instead of 'being'. Because the given We will rest for sometime when we will reach
sentence is conditional sentence, type III and passive the top.
voice is used in 'if clause'. (a) We will rest (b) when we will
A.V.– If + had + V 3 ...... would have + V 3 (c) reach the top (d) for sometime
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
P.V.— If + had + been + V 3 ...... would have + V3 Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'When we reach'
Correct sentence :- would be appropriate instead of 'when we will reach'
If so many catches had not been dropped, we would because when two correlated sentence is in future
have won the match. tense, then subordinate clause is always in present
indefinite tense and principal clause is always in future
536. In the sentence identify the segment which indefinite tense.
contains the grammatical error. Correct Sentence :-
No sooner did he see the tiger when he ran as We will rest for sometime when we reach the top.
fast as he could. 540. In the sentence identify the segment which
(a) no sooner did (b) he see the tiger contains the grammatical error.
(c) when he ran (d) as fast as he could If the growth of population had been controlled
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) earlier, mankind wouldn't lived in a polluted
Ans : (c) In the above sentence, 'than' will be used world now.
instead of 'when'. Because co-relative conjunction 'than' (a) mankind wouldn't lived
is used with No-sooner' (b) in a polluted world now
Rule- No sooner did → V1st........... than (c) if the growth of population
No sooner had → V3rd........... than (d) had been controlled earlier
but- SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Hardly had → V3rd........... when Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'Mankind wouldn't
Scarcely had → V3rd........... when have lived' would be appropriate instead of 'mankind
As soon as → V3rd..........., (comma) wouldn't lived'. Because if clause is a conditional
All these rules are used in the same sense. sentence whose correct syntax is as follows-
Correct sentence :- If + sub + had + ...., sub + would + have + v3 + ...
No sooner did he see the tiger than he ran as fast as he Correct Sentence :-
could. If the growth of population had been controlled earlier,
mankind wouldn't have lived in a polluted world now.
537. In the sentence identify the segment which
541. The following sentence has been split into four
contains the grammatical error. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
Entering the hall, the show had started. grammatical error.
(a) had started (b) the show Had you/not reached in time,/we will have/lost
(c) Entering (d) the hall our lives.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III) (a) Had you (b) lost our lives
Ans : (c) In the above sentence, 'entered' will be used (c) not reached in time (d) we will have
instead of 'entering'. Because as a rule, there is a sense SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
of having two actions in the past, then for the action that Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'we would have' will
happened first, the verb is in pasts perfect and for the be used instead of 'we will have' because the sentence is
action that happened later, the verb is in past indefinite. in conditional sentence and in the first clause of
Correct sentence :- conditional sentence- Had + V3 and in second clause
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Note- Had + Subject + V3 + Other word + Subject + Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'I will get' would be
Would/Could/Might + have + V3 + Other word. appropriate instead of 'I am getting', because in
Correct Sentence - conditional sentence 'if' clause is in the present
Had you not reached in time we would have lost our indefinite, then the letter second clause will be used in
lives. future indefinite.
542. Identify the segment which contains the Correct sentence- If I join a software company .........
grammatical error. I will get a good deal of experience.
No sooner did the comedian begin his act when 546. Identify the segment in the sentence which
the audience roared with laughter. contains the grammatical error.
(a) when the audience Rakesh was studied when his friends called
(b) roared with laughter him.
(c) No sooner did (a) studied when (b) his friends
(d) the comedian begin (c) called him (d) Rakesh was
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (a) In the above sentence 'Than' will be used Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'studying' will be
instead of 'when' because the structure rule of no sooner used instead of 'studies'.
in the sentence is as follow- Rule - If some work is going on in the past and in the
No sooner did + VIst .......... than meantime.
No sooner had + VIIIrd .........than Any event happened (for a short time) then ongoing
Correct sentence :- work is kept in past continuous and the event that
No sooner did the comedian begin his act than the happened in the middle is kept in 'past' indefinite.
audience roared with laughter. Correct sentence :
543. In the given sentence identify the segment [Rakesh was studying when his friends called him.]
which contains a grammatical error. 547. Identify the segment in the sentence which
When the boys were playing the match, it contains the grammatical error.
suddenly starts raining. Had Rajani not taken/a cab to the station/she
(a) When the boys would have definitely/miss the train.
(b) starts raining (a) she would have definitely
(c) were playing the match (b) Had Rajani not taken
(d) it suddenly (c) miss the train
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I) (d) a cab to the station
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'started raining' SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
would be appropriate in place of 'starts raining'. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'missed the train'
Because 'when' is used as a conjunction and introduces would be appropriate instead of 'miss the train'.
sub ordinate clause. In this situation, main clause is Rule- IIIrd Conditional sentence structure.
used in simple past. Hence the use of V2 form would
[If + subject + Had + v3 ---sub +would have + v3]
be appropriate.
or
Correct sentence :-
When the boys were playing the match, it suddenly [Had + subject + v3, --- subject + would have + v3]
started raining. Correct sentence :
''Had Rajani not taken a cab to the station she would
544. Identify the segment in the given sentence have definitely missed the train.''
which contains the grammatical error.
If India will win this match they will win the 548. From the given options, identify the segment in
series. the sentence which contains the grammatical
(a) the series (b) they will win error.
(c) if India will win (d) this match Having worked for the whole day, you shall
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) have taken some rest and begun again.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'If India wins this (a) some rest and begun again
match' would be appropriate instead of 'if India will (b) the whole day
win this match'. Because 'will/shall (modals) is not (c) Having worked for
used in if clause. (d) you should have taken
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
If + simple present,.... + ..... simple future Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'You should have
Correct sentence :- taken, will be used instead of 'you shall have taken',
If India win this match, they will win the series. because it is the conditional sentence of past in which
545. Identify the segment in the sentence, which 'should have + VIIIrd form' would be appropriate.
contains the grammatical error. Correct sentence :-
If I join a software company I am getting a Having worked for the whole day, you should have
good deal of experience. taken some rest and begun again.
(a) If I join 549. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(b) a software company contains the grammatical error from the given
(c) I am getting options.
(d) a good deal of experience If children are treating with respect, they will
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) behave accordingly.
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(a)behave accordingly Ans. (d) : In the above sentence "today's" will be used
(b)treating with respect in place of "todays" because to show Possession
(c)If children are Apostrophe ('s) is used with related noun.
(d)they will Today's music – Music of Today
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence– I just don't like the themes of
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'are treated' would be today's music
appropriate in place of 'are treating'. Given sentence is
conditional sentence type-1, in which if clause is used 553. The following sentence has been split into four
in simple present tense and main clause is used in segments. Identify the segment that contains a
future indefinite tense. grammatical error.
We bought / two dozen's / mangoes from / the
If .simple present, + will / shall + V I form market.
because 'if' clause is in passive voice. Hence, use of the (a) mangoes from (b) We bought
are + V3 would be appropriate. (c) the market (d) two dozen's
Correct sentence- SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
If children are treated with respect, they will behave Ans. (d) : Some numbers (hundred, thousand, lakh,
accordingly. Million, billion dozens) are used both singular and
550. Identify the segment in the sentence which plural. If definite number (one, two, three.....) has been
contains the grammatical error. used before them, then their plural is not made. So we
If I had gone to the library I can have will replace two dozens with two dozen.
borrowed a book. Correct Sentence -
(a) I can have (b) gone to the library We bought two dozen mangoes from the market.
(c) borrowed a book (d) If I had
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I) 554. The following sentence has been divided into
parts. One of them contain an error. Select the
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'could have' would be
part that contains the error from the given
appropriate in place of 'can have'. The Given sentence
options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
is conditional type-III. Whose structure is as follows–
error' as your answer.
If + past perfect, (would have / could have) + V III form My neighbour's grandson / is only / five month
Correct sentence : old.
If I had gone to the library I could have borrowed a (a) No error
book. (b) five month old
551. From the given options identify the segment in (c) My neighbour's grandson
the sentence which contains the grammatical (d) is only
error. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
If they had a playground here, they can play Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'Months' will be used
after their school is over. in place of 'Month'. Because plural noun is used after
(a) after their (b) If they had five (plural number).
(c) school is over (d) they can play Correct Sentence-
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) My neighbour's grandson is only Five months old.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'they could play'
555. The following sentence has been divided into
would be appropriate instead of 'they can play' parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
Because this is conditional sentence of simple sentence the part that contains the error from the given
whose structure is– options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No
If + subject + simple past tense + subject + error’ as your answer.
would/could/might + verb in base form (V3). It was a surprising / to receive the gift/ from my
If + simple past, would / could + V1 brother.
Correct sentence :- (a) from my brother (b) It was a surprising
If they had a playground here, they could play after (c) No error (d) to receive the gift
their school is over. J. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'A surprise' will be
I. Noun Case, Gender, Number used instead of 'a surprising' because according to the
sense of sentence, Noun form is required here.
552. Find the part of the given sentence that has an Correct Sentence –
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No It was a surprise to receive the gift from my brother.
error'.
556. The following sentence has been divided into
I just don't like the themes of todays music. parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
(a) No error (b) I just don't the part that contains the error from the given
(c) like the themes of (d) todays music. options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) error' as your answer.
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They finally did what / we advice them to do / Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Disapproval' (noun)
before the final match. would be appropriate instead of 'disapprove' (verb)
(a) we advice them to do because according to the sense of sentence, Noun form
(b) before the final match (disapproval) is required here.
(c) They finally did what Correct sentence -
(d) No error The man turned to him with a look of disapproval.
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I 560. The following sentence has been split into four
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'we advise (verb) them segments. Identify the segment that contains a
to do' will be used instead of 'we advice (noun) them to grammatical error.
do', because verb (advise) is used after subject 'we', not The manager told/the staff to complete/all the
noun (advice). works/before going home.
Correct Sentence – (a) before going home (b) the staff to complete
They finally did what we advise them to do before the (c) the manager told (d) all the works
final match SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I
557. The following sentence has been split into four Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'all the work' will be
segments. Identify the segment that contains a used in place of 'all the works', because 'work' is an
grammatical error. uncountable noun and uncountable noun is not made
Human being are / the producers and the / plural by adding 's/es'.
consumers of Earth's / resources.
Correct sentence - The manger told the staff to
(a) Human being are
complete all the work before going home.
(b) resources
(c) the producers and the 561. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(d) consumers of Earth's contains a grammatical error.
He loses his tempers on the slightest
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
provocation.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence Instead of 'Human (a) provocation (b) He loses
being are', 'human beings are' will be used because (c) the slightest (d) his tempers on
'Human being' is always used in plural sense.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Correct Sentence –
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'his temper on' will be
Human beings are the producers and the consumers of used in place of 'his tempers on', because 'temper' is an
Earth's resources. uncountable. Hence its plural will not be formed.
558. The following sentence has been divided into Correct sentence- He loses his temper on the slightest
parts. One of them may contain an error. Select provocation.
the part that contains the error from the given 562. Identify the segment in the sentence which
options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No contains a grammatical error.
error' as your answer. The man played the flute and led all the mouse
Land revenue was one of the / major / source of out of the town.
income / for Britishers in India. (a) The man played (b) The flute and led
(a) No error (c) all the mouse (d) out of the town
(b) land revenue was one of the SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(c) major source of income Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'Mice' will be used in
(d) for Britishers in India place of 'Mouse', because 'all' is used with plural noun
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I and 'mice' is the plural number of 'mouse'.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'major sources of Correct sentence- The man played the flute and led
income' would be appropriate instead of 'major source all the mice out of the town.
of income', because plural noun (Major Sources) is used 563. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
after 'one of the'. contains the grammatical error.
Correct Sentence – The chart papers were distributed among all
Land revenue was one of the major sources of income the childrens.
for Britishers in India. (a) The chart papers (b) among all
559. The following sentence has been split into four (c) were distributed (d) the childrens
segments. Identify the segment that contains a SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
grammatical error. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence Instead of 'childrens',
The man turned to him with a look of 'Children 'will be used because'. Children is a plural
disapprove. number of 'child'.
(a) with a look (b) turned to him Correct sentence-
(c) The man (d) of disapprove The chart papers were distributed among all the
SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III children.
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564. The following sentence has been split into four (a) Subhash Gidwani is selling dolls
segments. Identify the segment that contains a (b) held in january every year in Delhi
grammatical error. (c) which are type of Madhya Pradesh's village
Public speaking/is one of/ the most feared culture
form/of communication. (d) in the annual Dastakar Bazaar
(a) the most feared form SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(b) is one of
(c) of communication Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'the village culture of
(d) Public speaking Madhya Pradesh' will be used instead of 'Madhya
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) Pradesh's village culture. Because apostrophe 's' is
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'forms' will be used in used for living thing noun to form possessive case and
place of 'form' because plural noun is used after 'one of 'of' is used for non living thing to form possession.
the'. Correct Sentence :-
Correct Sentence - Subhash Gidwani is selling dolls, which are type of the
Public speaking is one of the most feared forms of village culture of Madhya Pradesh at the Annual
communication. Dastakar Bazaar, held in January every year in Delhi.
565. Identify the segment in the sentence which 569. Select the segment in the sentence, which
contains the grammatical error. contains a grammatical error.
The furnitures in this shop is very costly. This furnitures has been taken on hire for the
(a) in this shop (b) The furnitures function in the college.
(c) is (d) very costly (a) This furnitures has (b) in the college
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) (c) been taken (d) on hire for the
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Furniture' will be function
used instead of 'furnitures' because 'furniture' can not SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II)
be formed plural by adding 's/es'.
Correct sentence- Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'This furniture has'
The furniture in this shop is very costly. would be appropriate instead of 'this furnitures has'
566. Identify the segment in the sentence which because the plural of furniture is not formed by adding
contains the grammatical error. s/es.
The childrens are fond of climbing the mango One piece of furniture
tree in the garden. Two pieces of furniture
(a) are fond of Correct Sentence :-
(b) in the garden This furniture has been taken on hire for the function
(c) The childrens in the college.
(d) climbing the mango tree 570. In the given sentence identify the segment
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III)
which contains the grammatical error.
Ans : (c) In the above sentence, 'the children' will be The Commonwealth Games had a grand
used instead of 'the childrens', because children itself is
opening ceremony with spectacular cultural
plural, its singular is child. Hence there is no need to
make plural by putting 's' in it. performings.
Correct Sentence :- (a) a grand opening
The children are fond of climbing the mango tree in the (b) the commonwealth Games had
garden. (c) cultural performings
567. Select the segment in the sentence, which (d) with spectacular
contains the grammatical error. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
They had to wait for the luggages to be put into Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'cultural
the cab before they themselves got into it. performances' would be appropriate in place of cultural
(a) before they themselves got into it performings. Because 'noun' will be used after cultural
(b) for the luggages (adjective). Hence the use of performance (noun) is
(c) They had to wait appropriate.
(d) to be put into the cab Correct Sentence :-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I) The Commonwealth Games had a grand opening
Ans. (b) In the above sentence, 'for the luggage, will be ceremony with spectacular cultural performances.
used in place of for the Luggages, because plural of
571. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
luggage can not be formed by adding 's/es'.
Correct Sentence : error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
The had to wait for the lugguage to be put into the cab error'.
before they themselve got into it. Her relatives were presented at the station to
568. In the sentence identify the segment which see her off./No error
contains the grammatical error. (a) to see her off
Subhash Gidwani is selling dolls, which are (b) presented at the station
type of Madhya Pradesh's village culture at the (c) Her relatives were
Annual Dastakar Bazaar, held in January (d) No error
every year in Delhi. SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence Present (Noun) will Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'respective places'
be used in place of 'presented' (verb) because if were will be used instead of 'respective place', because it is
presented (III form of verb) is used in the sentence, it clear from the use of plural possessive adjective (their)
will be in passive voice. Which will not give proper in the sentence that noun also will be plural after it.
sense. Hence, the use of 'places' would be appropriate.
Correct Sentence :- Correct Sentence :-
''After a heated argument they went to their respective
Her relatives were present at the station to see her off. Places.''
572. Identify the segment in the sentence which 576. Identify the segment in the sentence which
contains the grammatical error. contains the grammatical error.
It is not possible to discuss anything with her This coffee is not available in any of the shop in
because of her angry. the neighborhood market.
(a) possible to discuss (a) not available in
(b) anything with her (b) in the neighborhood market
(c) because of her angry (c) any of the shop
(d) It is not (d) this coffee is
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'Because of her anger' Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'any of the shops, will
will be used instead of 'because of her angry' because be used in place of 'any of the shop'. Because plural
'angry' is an adjective' while noun is used after her form of noun/pronoun is used after 'any of the'.
Hence the use of shops (plural) would be appropriate.
(possessive adjective).
Correct Sentence :-
Hence here 'anger' will be used because as a noun. This coffee is not available in any of the shops in the
Correct sentence :- neighborhood market.
It is not possible to discuss anything with her because 577. Identify the segment in the sentence which
of her anger. contains the grammatical error from the given
573. Find the part of the given sentence that has an options.
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No Its a good idea to read up on a company before
error'. going for an interview.
My visiting to my family are few and far (a) before going for
between. (b) its a good idea to
(a) No error (b) few and far between (c) an interview
(c) My visiting to (d) my family are (d) read up on a company
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'my visits' will be Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'It's' would be
appropriate instead of 'its' because 'its' is possessive
used instead of 'my visiting to'. Because 'my' is a adhective which will not be used instead of subject.
determiner which is always used before noun and for The sort form of it's is it is and it is used in place of
plural verb 'are' 'visits' (plural noun) will be used. subject + verb.
Correct sentence :- Correct Sentence :-
My visits to my family are few and far between. It's a good idea to read up on a company before going
574. Identify the segment in the sentence which for an interview.
contains the grammatical error. 578. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Platinum is costlier than any other metals contains the grammatical error from the given
found on earth. options.
(a) Costlier than (b) Platinum is The sense of sight is one of the most important
(c) found on earth (d) any other metals senses gift to us.
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) The sense (b) most important
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'Metal' would be (c) gift to us (d) is one of the
appropriate in place of 'metals' because singular noun SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
is used with any other. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'gifts' will be used in
place of gift, because noun is always used in plural
Correct sentence :
form after one of the.
''Platinum is costlier than any other metal found on
Correct sentence :-
earth." The sense of sight is one of the most important senses
575. Identify the segment in the sentence which gifts to us.
contains the grammatical error. 579. Identify the segment in the sentence which
After a heated argument they went to their contains the grammatical error from the given
respective place. options.
(a) they went Some people lose their eye sights because of a
(b) after a heated argument disease or injury.
(c) respective place (a) because of (b) disease or injury
(d) to their (c) their eye sights (d) some people
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'their eye sight' will 583. The following sentence has been split into four
be used instead of 'their eye sights' because segments. Identify the segment that contains a
uncountable noun are usually not made plural by grammatical error.
adding s/es. Since 'eye sight' is an uncountable noun, When Nancy saw the mess / the burglar was
hence s/es will not be used. made, / she broke down / in tears.
Correct sentence :- (a) she broke down
Some people lose their eye sight because of a disease (b) the burglar was made
or injury.
(c) in tears
580. From the given options, identify the segment in
the sentence which contains the grammatical (d) When Nancy saw the mess
error. SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
Animals experience feelings of love and they Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'the burglar made' will
also protect their young ones from difficulties be used in place of 'the burglar was made' because the
as human does. sense of the sentence is in past and active voice, So
(a) they also protect "Subject +_ verb2" will be used. And 'that' will be used
(b) Animals experience as conjunction.
(c) as human does Correct Sentence– When Nancy saw the mess that
(d) feelings of love burglar made she broke down in tears.
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
584. Parts of the given sentence have been given as
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'feeling of love' will
options. One of them contains a grammatical
be used instead of 'feelings of love' because plural is error. Select the option that has the error.
not made by adding s/es in abstract noun.
The easiest way to make pasta is to be followed
Hence 'feeling' is used without s/es. Chef Kapoor's instructions on YouTube.
Correct sentence :- (a) instructions on YouTube
Animals experience feeling of love and they also
(b) to be followed
protect their young ones from difficulties as human
does. (c) the easiest way
(d) make pasta
581. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II
error'. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'to follow' will be used
There is few to be said on both side./No error in place of 'to be followed' because sentence is in Active
(a) to be said (b) There is few voice of present tense.
(c) on both sides (d) No error Correct sentence –
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II) The easiest way to make pasta is to follow chef
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'There is little' will be Kapoor’s instructions on you tube.
used instead of 'there is few', because 'few' is used for 585. Identify the segment in the sentence which
countable noun while little is used for uncountable contains a grammatical error.
noun. Hence 'to be said' is used here in uncountable A heat wave is declare when the maximum
sense. temperature hits 45º Celsius or is above 40º
Hence the use of little would be appropriate. Celsius in summer.
Correct Sentence- (a) A heat wave (b) when the
There is little to be said on both sides.
(c) is declare (d) or is above
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
J. Voice.and Narration
Ans. (c) : In the given sentence 'is declared' will be used
582. The following sentence has been split into four in the place of 'is declare' because the sentence is in
segments. Identify the segment that contains a passive voice of present Indefinite tense.
grammatical error. Active voice - sub + V1 + object
Ajit asked me/how could I solve/the complex Passive voice - obj + is/am/are + v3 + by + sub
puzzle/so easily.
Correct Sentence-
(a) so easily (b) the complex puzzle
(c) Ajit asked me (d) how could I solve (A heat wave is declared when the maximum
temperature hits 45º celsius or is above 40º celsius in
SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I summer.)
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'how I could solve' will 586. Identify the segment in the sentence which
be used in place of 'how could I solve' because the contains a grammatical error.
sentence is in interrogative sentence of Indirect. So it
He wondered what was the reason for her
will be written in the form of assertive sentence.
refusal to accompany him.
Correct sentence- (a) was the reason (b) He wondered what
Ajit asked me how I could solved the complex puzzle so (c) for her refusal (d) to accompany him
easily. SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, ‘the reason was’ will Ans. (c) : In Indirect speech interrogative sentence of
be used in place of ‘was the reason’. Because the reported speech is always used in Assertive form.
above sentence is in indirect speech. So the Hence ‘Where he had’ will be used in place of ‘Where
interrogative of reported speech will change into had he’.
assertive. Correct sentence –
In sentence ‘what’ is used as a conjunction to connect I asked my friend where he had learnt to dance.
both clauses.
Correct sentence :- 591. The following sentence has been split into four
He wondered what the reason was for her refusal to segments. Identify the segment that contains a
accompany him. grammatical error.
The policeman asked / many people but / no
587. In the given sentence, identify the segment
which contains a grammatical error. one was knowing / how the accident happened.
(a) The policeman asked
The staff is being advise to maintain distance
while seated in office. (b) many people but
(a) The staff (b) in office (c) how the accident happened
(c) to maintain (d) is being advise (d) no one was knowing
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, ‘is being advise’ Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, ‘no one had known’
would be appropriate instead of ‘is being advised’. will be used instead of ‘no one was knowing’. the given
Because ‘sentence’ is used in passive voice. sentence is used in direct speech if it changes into
indirect, ‘Had + V3’ will be used.
In passive- is + being + V3
Correct Sentence-
Correct Sentence -
The Policeman asked many people but no one had
The staff is being advised to maintain distance while known how the accident happened.
seated in office.
592. The following sentence has been split into four
588. In the sentence identify the segment that
segments. Identify the segment that contains a
contains a grammatical error.
grammatical error.
In today's world new ways of teaching young The visitors / were being showed / a collection
children have to be adopting.
of / old manuscripts.
(a) today's world (a) a collection of (b) were being showed
(b) teaching your children (c) old manuscripts (d) The visitors
(c) have to be adopting SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
(d) new ways of
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, ‘were being shown’
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II will be used instead of ‘were being showed’. Because
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence ‘Have to be adopted’ the sentence is in Passive Voice and the following
would be appropriate instead of ‘have to be adopting’ structure is used in this sentence-
because ‘be + VIII’ is used in passive voice. Was/were + being + verb3
Correct sentence:- Show (I) → Showed (II) → Shown (III)
In today's world new ways of teaching young children Correct sentence -
have to be adopted.
The visitors were being shown a collection of old
589. In the sentences identify the segment that manuscripts.
contains a grammatical error.
593. The following sentence has been split into four
When I realised I was following by some street
boys I decided to change my route. segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error.
(a) was following by (b) I decided
The teacher punished him / and told him / that
(c) I realised (d) to change he does not / need to give a clarification.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I (a) need to give a clarification
Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, ‘was being followed (b) The teacher punished him
by’ will be used instead of ‘was following by’ Because (c) that he does not
‘sentence’ is used in passive voice. (d) and told him
In passive- was + being + V3 is used. SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
590. The following sentence has been split into four Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘did not’ will be used
segments. Identify the segment that contains a instead of ‘does not’, because above sentence is in
grammatical error. Indirect speech. and reporting is in past tense.
I asked my friend/where had he/learnt to Hence reported speech would be appropriate in past
dance/so well. indefinite.
(a) I asked my friend (b) so well Correct sentence –
(c) where had he (d) learnt to dance The teacher punished him and told him that he did not
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II need to give a clarification.
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594. The following sentence has been split into four Bite − Bit − Bitten
segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error. P.V.- object − was / were + verb3 + by + subject
The president forced/ to leave the Correct sentence :-
country/when the people rose up against / the On the way he was bitten on his toe by a poisonous
government. snake.
(a) to leave the country 598. In the sentence identify the segment which
(b) the government contains the grammatical error.
(c) The president forced Supriya asked Kiran that where had her
(d) when the people rose up against mother gone when the results of the contest
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II were being declared.
(a) that where had her mother gone
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘was forced’ will be
(b) when the results of the contest
used in place of ‘forced’, because the sense of the (c) Supriya asked Kiran
sentence is in passive. (d) were being declared
The passive structure is as follows- SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
was/were + viii Ans. (a) : In the above sentence ‘Where’ will be used
Correct Sentence - instead of ‘that where’. Because any other conjunction
The president was forced to leave the country when the is not used before wh-word. In Interrogative sentence
people rose up against the government. of Indirect speech, ‘Wh-word’ is used as a conjunction.
Hence the use of ‘that’ is superfluous and will convert
595. The following sentence has been split into four the sentence into assertive.
segments. Identify the segment that contains a Correct sentence :-
grammatical error. Supriya asked Kiran where her mother had gone when
Peter said / then / he was / feeling unwell. the results of the contest were being declared.
(a) Feeling unwell (b) he was 599. Identify the segment in the sentence, which
(c) Peter said (d) then contains the grammatical error.
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I My father did never have an opportunity to go
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, ‘that’ will be used to a University.
instead of ‘then’, because while making simple sentence (a) an opportunity (b) a University
of indirect narration, ‘that’ is used as a Conjunction. (c) to go to (d) did never have
Correct sentence– SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ans. (d) : Here the correct answer is (d) did not have.
∗ Peter said that he was feeling unwell.
In the above sentence the error is related to adverb
596. Identify the segment in the sentence, which placement and adverb must come before the auxiliary
contains the grammatical error. verb in a sentence. the structure of the sentence is
The author's new novel, which is about social incorrect.
change, will launched soon. Thus 'did never' will be replaced by 'Never did'.
(a) The author’s new novel 600. In the following, some part of the sentence may
(b) will launched soon
have errors. Find out which part of the
(c) which is
sentence has an error and select the
(d) about social change appropriate option. If a sentence is free from
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) error, select No Error.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'will be launched' is Service providers cannot stand in the way of a
used is the place of 'will launched'. because the sense (1)/ consumer's access to content, it should
of the above sentence is in passive voice so the passive have being provided (2)/ without any
structure will/shall + be + verb3 will be used. hindrance. (3)/ No error. (4)
Correct sentence- (a) 1 (b) 2
The author's new novel, which is about social change, (c) 3 (d) 4
will launch soon. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
597. In the sentence identify the segment which Ans. (b) In the given sentence, 'been' will be used in
contains the grammatical error. place of 'being' because the sentence is in passive voice.
On the way he was bited on his toe by a has/have + been + verb3
poisonous snake. Correct sentence-
(a) on the way (b) he was bited 'Consumer's access to content. It should have been
(c) on his toe (d) by a poisonous snake provided without any hindrance.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) 601. Identify the segment in the sentence which
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence The use of ‘he was contains the grammatical error. If there is no
bitten’ would be appropriate instead of ‘he was bited’. error, select 'No error'
Because sentence is passive voice. In passive voice, The letter was posting yesterday by my
the third form of the main verb is used. brother.
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(a) by my brother 605. Identify the segment in the sentence which
(b) No error contains the grammatical error.
(c) was posting yesterday A soyabean processing unit is going to set up
(d) The letter soon in our village.
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) (a) A soyabean processing unit
Ans : (c) In the above sentence, ‘Posted’ would be (b) is going
appropriate instead ‘Posting’ because given sentence is (c) to set up
in passive voice. (d) soon in our village
Hence the use of third form of verb would be SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
appropriate. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘to be set up’ would
P.V.- object + was / were + verb3 + by + subject be appropriate instead of ‘to set up’ because according
to the sense, the sentence will be in passive voice.
Correct sentence :- Hence to be + verb3 will be used.
The letter was posted yesterday by my brother. Correct sentence :-
602. Identify the segment which contains the A soyabean processing unit is going to be set up soon
grammatical error in our village.
Pleasure cannot derive from giving pain to 606. In the given sentence identify the segment
innocent people. which contains the grammatical error.
(a) pleasure cannot derive
A Royal Bengal tigress and her three cubs was
(b) pain to
poison and their carcasses left to rot in the
(c) innocent people
Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa.
(d) from giving
(a) A Royal Bengal tigress
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(b) in the Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa
Ans : (a) According to the sense of above sentence, ‘be (c) and their carcasses left to rot
derived’ will be used instead of ‘derive’. The passive
voice structure of the modal ‘can’ is as follows- (d) and her three cubs was poison
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I)
can + be + V 3 Ans. (d) : ‘Were poisoned’ will be used instead of
Correct sentence- ‘was poison’ in the above sentence. Because according
Pleasure cannot be derived from giving pain to innocent to sense, sentence is in passive voice. Hence the third
people. form of main verb will be used and instead of poison,
603. Identify the segment which contains the ‘poisoned’ will be used and subject (A royal Bengal
grammatical error. Tigress and her three cubs) is plural, plural verb ‘were’
He asked from me if I was interested in a would be appropriate in place of ‘singular verb ‘was’.
career in modeling. Correct Sentence-
(a) from me if (b) in a career "A Royal Bengal Tigers and her three cubs were
(c) I was interested (d) He asked poisoned and their carcasses left to rot in the wildlife
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II) sanctuary in Goa."
Ans : (a) In the above sentence, ‘asked me’ would be 607. Identify the segment in the sentence which
appropriate instead of ‘asked from me’, because making contains the grammatical error.
indirect. preposition is not used in indirect speech after
You are not expect to do the work alone.
reporting verb. (told, asked etc)
Hence ‘from’ will not be used. (a) not expect (b) to do
Correct sentence :- (c) work alone (d) You are
He asked me if I was interested in a career in modeling. SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
604. In the sentence identify the segment which Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, instead of ‘not
contains the grammatical error. expect’, ‘not expected’ will be used. Because
Three more elevated roads have been propose according to the sense of sentence. it is in passive
in the new plan to unclog the traffic in Delhi. voice.
(a) in the new plan Therefore, the following structure will be used for this.
(b) Three more elevated roads object+is/am/are+not+verb3 +other words (by subj.)
(c) to unclog the traffic in Delhi
(d) have been propose Correct sentence :-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III) You are not expected to do the work alone.
Ans : (d) In the above sentence ‘Have been proposed’ 608. Identify the segment in the sentence which
will be appropriate instead of ‘have been propose’. contains the grammatical error from the given
Because ‘given sentence’ is in passive voice. ‘Main options
verb’ is always used past participle or third form. Many Indian languages can be reading using
object + has / have + been + verb3 + by + subject the Braille system.
Correct sentence :- (a) using (b) many India
Three more elevated roads have been proposed in the (c) can be reading (d) the Braille
new plan to unclog the traffic in Delhi. SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘The third form of 612. In the sentence identify the segment which
verb ‘read’ will be used in place of ‘reading’, because contains a grammatical error.
sentence is in passive sense. Whose structure will be as Our twenty-first century society expects all
follows- relevant information to simply be handing to
Object + modal + be + verb3 + other words (by + us.
subject) (a) to simply be
(b) expects all relevant information
read - read - read (c) handing to us
(d) Out twenty-first century society
1st 2nd 3rd
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Correct sentence :- Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, instead of handing to
Many Indian languages can be read using the Braille us, ‘handed to us’ would be appropriate. Because the
system. passive form of the infinitive should be used here.
609. In the following question, some part of the Note-
sentence may have errors. Find out which part ( to + V1 = inf initive in active voice )
of the sentence has an error and select the 
appropritate option. If a sentence is free from ( to + be + V3 = inf initive inpassive voice )
error, select 'No Error'. Correct Sentence :
It was also claim that the players (a)/ were Our twenty-first century society expects all relevant
confused with drastic changes (b)/ in the information to simply be handed to us.
strategy of every match (c)/ No Error (d) 613. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
(a) a (b) b error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
(c) c (d) d error'.
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II) The servant was beaten through his master
Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, ‘claimed’ will be used with a stick./No error
instead of ‘claim’ because the given sentence is in (a) No error
passive structure, in which the 3rd form of the main (b) with a stick
verb is used with helping verb. (was) (c) Through his master
Correct Sentence : (d) The servant was beaten
It was also claimed that the players were confused with SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I)
drastic changes in the strategy of every match. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘By his master’ will
610. Identify the segment in the sentence which be used in place of ‘Through his master’ because the
contains the grammatical error from the given sentence is in passive voice and the structure of
options. passive voice is as follow.
The player was declare run-out as he failed to Active structure-
Sub + VIInd form + Object.
complete the run.
(a) run-out as Passive structure-
Object + was/were + VIIIrd from + by + Subject.
(b) he failed to Correct sentence :
(c) complete the run The servant was beaten by his master with a stick.
(d) the player was declare
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) 614. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, ‘the player was error'.
declared’ will be used instead of ‘the player was Mukherjee is a famous politician who is love by
declare’ because sentence is in passive voice. most people./No error
was/were + verb3 (a) Mukherjee is a
Correct sentence : (b) famous politician who
The player was declared run-out as he failed to (c) No error
complete the run. (d) is love by most people
611. Identify the segment in the sentence which SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II)
contains a grammatical error. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence ‘Is loved by most
Anybody who does not stop at the red light will people’ will be used instead of ‘Is love by most
fined. people’ because the given sentence is in passive voice.
(a) will fined (b) at the red light Hence– Is/am/are + V3 + by + Object will be used.
(c) does not stop (d) Anybody who Correct sentence :-
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) 'Mukherjee is a famous politician who is loved by most
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, ‘will be fined’ would people.'
be appropriate instead of ‘will fined’ because the 615. Identify the segment which contains a
sentence is giving the sense of passive voice. grammatical error.
Hence Modal + be + verb3 will be used. The old woman in our locality is knowing for
her hot temper.
Correct sentence - (a) is knowing for (b) her hot temper
Anybody who does not stop at the red light will be (c) The old woman (d) in our locality
fined. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, ‘is known for’ will be
used instead of ‘is knowing for’ because sentence is in K. Miscellaneous
passive form. 619. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
Hence the third form of main verb will be used. error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
Correct Sentence : error'.
'The old woman in our locality is known for her hot I particular like that kitten because it has white
temper. feet.
616. Identify the segment in the sentence which (a) that kitten because it (b) has white feet
contains the grammatical error. (c) No error (d) I particular like
I was reading the newspaper when I heard the SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
sound of bullets been fired. Ans. (d) : For the above given options, option (d) has
(a) when I heard an error because 'I like' will be used in the place of 'I
(b) the sound of bullets particular like'. because the use of 'particular' is
(c) been fired superfluous.
(d) I was reading the newspaper The correct sentence- 'I like that kitten because it has
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) white feet.
Ans. (c) : In the sentence, ‘being fired’ will be used Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
instead of ‘been fired’. Because the second clause is in 620. Select the option that expresses the given
passive voice. sentence in past tense form.
Hence being + verb3 will be used. Aksa Thomas comes to attend the session so
Correct sentence : early.
I was reading the newspaper when I heard the sound of (a) Aksa Thomas came to attend the session so
bullets being fired. early.
617. Identify the segment in the sentence which (b) Aksa Thomas has come to attend the session
contains the grammatical error from the given so early.
options. (c) Aksa Thomas may come to attend the session
Jaipur, which is renown for its architecture, so early.
was founded about 300 years ago. (d) Aksa Thomas will come to attend the session
(a) about 300 years ago so early.
(b) was founded SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV)
(c) for its architecture Ans. (a) : Among the given options, the sentence in
(d) Jaipur, which is renown option (a) is in past tense.
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III) Formation of simple past tense-
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) Subject + Verb2 + Object.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, ‘Renowned’ will be Correct Sentence-
used. instead of ‘Renown’, Because the sentence is in Aksa Thomas came to attend the session so early.
passive voice. 621. Choose the sentence that is in simple past tense:
Hence the use of V3 would be appropriate. A. I was giving some of the chocolates to my
Correct sentence : younger sister.
Jaipur, which is renowned for its architecture, was B. I had been giving some of the chocolate to my
founded about 300 years ago. younger sister.
618. From the given options identify the segment in C. I had given some of the chocolates to my
the sentence which contains the grammatical younger sister.
error. D. I gave some of the chocolates to my younger
I said you to prepare the article yesterday but sister.
you didn't. (a) A (b) D
(a) the article (b) I said you (c) B (d) C
(c) you didn't (d) to prepare SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (b) : Among the given option, the sentence in
Ans. (b) : ‘I told you’ would be appropriate instead of option (b) 'I had been giving some of the chocolate to
‘I said you’ in the above sentence. Because when the my younger sister' is in simple past tense. Structure of
sentence of Reported speech is in assertive, then in simple past tense-
indirect speech ‘sub + said to + object’ is converted Subject + verb2 + object + other words
into sub + told + object. 622. Select the option that expresses the given
Correct sentence :- sentence in past tense form.
I told you to prepare the article yesterday but you The methods Arunima adopts for taming the
didn't. dogs create awe and wonder among them.
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(a) The methods Arunima adopted for taming the (d) Throw a more round stone to create ripples in
dogs create awe and wonder among them. the water.
(b) The methods Arunima adopted for taming the SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
dogs created awe and wonder among them. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'round' will be used in
(c) The methods Arunima adopts for taming the place of 'rounder' because rounder is not used or
dogs created awe and wonder among them. existence. Hence option (b) will be correct.
(d) The methods Arunima adopts for taming the Correct Sentence -
dogs will create awe and wonder among Throw a round stone to create ripple is the water.
them. 626. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II) error in it. If there is no eroor, choose 'No
Ans. (b) : For the above given sentence, option (b) is in error' .
past form, because the word 'adopted' and 'created' are We have more then 6 years of experience in
indicated second form of verb (v2). field hockey.
The correct sentence is– (a) then 6 year of
(b) We have more
The Methods Arunima adopted for taming the dogs
created awe and wonder among them. (c) experience in field hockey.
(d) No error
Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II)
623. Select the grammatically correct version of the Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'more than' will be
following sentence. used in place of 'more then'. because 'than' is used for
He was youngest than his brother. comperision degree.
(a) He was young to his brother. Correct sentence
(b) He was youngest to his brother. We have more than 6 years of experience in field
(c) He was too young than his brother. hockey.
(d) He was younger than his brother. 627. Select the option that arranges the given words
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) to form a grammatically correct and
Ans. (d) : The grammatically correct version of the meaningful sentence.
given sentence, is option (d) ' He was younger than his The students eagerly their awaited results.
brother'. Because before 'than' comparative degree will (a) Eagerly awaited the students their results.
be used. (Younger) (b) The awaited eagerly results their students.
Correct sentence (c) The students eagerly awaited their results.
He was younger than his brother. (d) The students their eagerly awaited results.
624. Select the grammatically correct sentence. SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
A. I would like to spend an evening near pool with Ans. (c) : The above option (c) is grammatically
a cup of coffee. correct because adverb (eagerly) qualify the verb
B. I would like to spend an evening near pool with (awaited). Other options are not correct.
cup of coffee. Correct Sentence -
C. I would like to spend a evening near a pool with The student eayerly awaited their result.
a cup of coffee.
D. I would like to spend an evening near a pool 628. Identify the sentence that contains no spelling
with a cup of coffee. errors.
(a) C (b) A (a) Games instil in people the values of
(c) B (d) D timeliness, honesty and consistency in their
routines.
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III)
(b) Games instil in people the values of
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence option (d) " I would timeliness, honesty and consistensy in their
like to spend an evening near a pool with a cup of routeenes.
coffee" is grammatically correct. Other options are not (c) Games insteal in people the values of
correct. timliness, honesty and consistency in their
625. The given sentence has an error. Choose the routines.
option that corrects the error (d) Games insteal in people the values of
Throw a rounder stone to create ripples in the timeliness, honesty and consistensy in their
water. routines
(a) Throw a more rounder stone to create ripples SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
in the water. Ans. (a) : In the above sentences, in option (a) no
(b) Throw a round stone to create ripples in the spelling error. Other options wrongly spelt.
water. Correct Sentence-
(c) Throw the roundest stone to create ripples in Games instil in people the values of timeliness,
the water. honesty and consistency in their routines.
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629. Find the part of the given sentence that has an Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'frenzied' or 'rage' is
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No used any of them because 'frenzied' and 'rage' have the
error'. same meaning so it is 'superflous'.
Our hands have been crucial tools for finding Correct Sentence:
and eat food, and helping us navigate the Today, in fit of frenzied and jealousy, you would have
world. killed me, your brother.
(a) tools for finding and eat food,
(b) Our hands have been crucial 633. The following sentence has been split into four
segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(c) No error
grammatical error.
(d) and helping us navigate the world.
The book that/I lost it/is too expensive/for me to
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) buy now.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'eating' will be used in (a) is too expensive (b) The book that
place of 'eat' because same parts of speech is used with (c) for me to buy now (d) I lost it
'and'.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
Correct Sentence:
Our hands have been crucial tools for finding and Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, ‘I lost’ will be used in
eating food and helping us navigate the world. place of ‘I lost it’ because the sense of the sentence is
present and the use of 'it' is superflous and after last
630. Parts of the following sentence have been given comma (,) will be used the seperate the clause.
as options. Select the option that contains an Correct sentence -
error.
The speaker’s emphasiss is on the present-day The book that I lost is too expensive for me to buy now.
problems that are being faced by ordinary men 634. In the given sentence, identify the segment that
of India. contains a grammatical error.
(a) by ordinary men of India The backbone in the human body is also called
(b) that are being faced as the vertebral column.
(c) on the present-day problems (a) The backbone
(d) The speaker’s emphasiss is (b) in the human body
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) (c) as the vertebral column
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'the speakar's (d) is also called
emphasis is' will be used in place of 'The speakar's SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
emphasiss is' because 'emphasiss' is wrongly splet its Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, the use of ‘as’ is it is
correct spelling is emphasis (force). superfluous according to the sense of the sentence.
Correct Sentence - Correct sentence -
The speakar's emphasis is on the present-day problems The backbone in the human body is also called the
that are being faced by ordinary men of India. vertebral column.
631. Parts of the following sentence are given as 635. The following sentences has been split into four
options. Identify the part that contains a segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error. If there is no error, select grammatical error.
'No error'.
After/a long and fun-filled day,/the
He has been/told many a times to/mind his
children/slept themselves peacefully.
manners.
(a) slept themselves peacefully
(a) No error (b) He has been
(b) after
(c) told many a times to (d) mind his manners.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) (c) a long and fun-filled day
(d) the children
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence "Many a time" will be
used in place of "Many a times" because Singular Noun SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III
(time) is used after "many a/an". Ans. (a) : According to the meaning of the above
Correct Sentence– He has been told many times to sentence, the use of themselves is superfluous. Hence it
mind his manners. will not be used.
632. Identify the segment in the sentence which Correct Sentence-
contains a grammatical error. If there is no After a long and fun-filled day the children slept
error, then select the option "No error". peacefully.
Today, in fit of frenzied rage and / jealousy, 636. Parts of the following sentence have been given
you would have / killed me, your brother. as given as options. One of them may contain
(a) killed me, your brother an error. Select the part that contains the error
(b) No error from the given options. If you don't find any
(c) jealousy, you would have error, mark 'No error' as you answer.
(d) Today, in fit of frenzied rage and Both of my parents are dependent on my salary
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) of their living.
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(a) are dependent on my (a) To write to him (b) having the trouble
(b) Both of my parents (c) as he never replies (d) It is not worth
(c) salary of their living SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
(d) No error Ans. (b) : Instead of ‘having the trouble,’ ‘taking the
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I trouble’ would be appropriate in the above sentence,
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘salary of their because ‘taking the trouble’ is used as an idiom.
livelihood’ will be used in place of ‘salary of their 641. The following sentence has been divided into
living’, because livelihood is used for earning livelihood parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
as a 'noun'. the part that contains the error from the given
Correct Sentence – options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
Both of my parents are dependent on my salary of their error' as your answer.
livelihood. He got afflicted with the disease / when he was /
637. The following sentence has been divided a teenager.
(a) No error
into parts. One of them may contain an error.
(b) He got afflicted with the disease
Select the part that contains the error from the (c) a teenager
given options. If you don’t find any error, mark
(d) when he was
‘No error’ as your answer.
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I
The team won/ very easily / at the recent sports
event. Ans. (a) : No error.
(a) Very easily 642. Parts of the following sentence have been given
(b) at the recent sports event as options. One of them contains an error.
Select the part that contains the error from the
(c) The team won
given options.
(d) No error Time and technology are two important factor
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III that change substances into resources.
Ans. (d) : No error (a) Time and technology
638. The following sentence has been divided into (b) resources
parts. One of them may contain an error. Select (c) factor that
the part that contains the error from the given (d) two important
options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I
error’ as your answer. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘factor in’ will be used
The unseasonal rain/ caused a lot of damage/ to instead of ‘factor that’ because ‘in’ is used as a phrasal
the crops. verb with factor.
(a) No error (b) The unseasonal rain Note - factor ↔ in (specialist)
(c) to the crops (d) caused a lot of damage Correct Sentence –
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II Time and technology are two important factor in change
Ans. (a) : No error. substance into resources.
639. The following sentence has been split into four 643. The following sentence has been divided into
segments. Identify the segment that contains a parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
grammatical error. the part that contains the error from the given
The manager said, "Could you please / confirm options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
me whether you / have received all the items / error' as your answer.
that you had ordered?" Marine vertebrates are / valuable for / many
(a) have received all the items reasons.
(b) that you had ordered (a) valuable for
(c) The manager said, "Could you please (b) No error
(d) Confirm me whether you (c) many reasons
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II (d) Marine vertebrates are
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II
Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, ‘confirm me whether
you’ is grammatically incorrect. ‘confirm whether you’ Ans. (b) : No error
is correct sentence. Here the use of pronoun ‘me’ is 644. The following sentence has been divided into
superfluous. Hence it will be removed. parts. One of them may contain an error. Select
640. The following sentence has been split into four the part that contains the error from the given
segments. Identify the segment that contains a options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
grammatical error. error' as your answer.
It is not worth/having the trouble/to write to Whatever a writer puts / into a story probably
him/as he never replies. comes with / his own life experience.
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(a) with his own life experience 648. The following sentence has been split into four
(b) No error segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(c) into a story probably comes grammatical error.
(d) whatever a writer puts I will / be in school / for / 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II (a) 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (b) for
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence ‘With own life (c) be in school (d) I will
experience’ will be used in place of ‘with his own life SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
experience’. Because in the sentence, his is superfluous Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, ‘from’ will be used in
and the use of ‘with own life’ is appropriate to give a place of ‘for’, because according to the sense of the
sense of emphasise. sentence it would be appropriate.
Correct Sentence – From + time + to + time
Whatever a writer put into a story probably comes with Correct Sentence-
own life experience.
I will be in school from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m
645. The following sentence has been divided into 649. Select the most appropriate option that can
parts. One of them may contain an error. Selec substitute the underlined segment in the given
the part that contains the error from the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No
select ‘No substitution required’.
error' as your answer.
I recently visited the school when I studied in
Young scientists have fresh ideas; ideas; they
Class 10.
are ambitious and highly productive.
(a) wherever
(a) and highly productive
(b) where
(b) Young scientists have fresh ideas
(c) No error (c) No substitution required
(d) they are ambitious (d) whenever
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, instead of ‘when’
Ans. (c) : No error
‘where’ will be used. Because it gives a suitable
646. The following sentence has been split into four meaning to the sentences. Other options have different
segments. Identify the segment that contains a meaning.
grammatical error. Correct sentence–
Do you play / any other sports / beside of /
I recently visited the school where I studied in class 10.
cricket and football?
(a) any other sports (b) cricket and football 650. The following sentence has been split into four
(c) Do you play (d) beside of segments. Identify the segment that contains a
grammatical error.
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
It was cold / and / we still / went swimming.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, ‘besides’ will be used (a) and (b) we still
in place of ‘beside of’ because ‘besides’ is used in the (c) went swimming (d) It was cold
sense of except.
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
Correct Sentence -
Ans. (a) : ‘yet’ will be used instead of 'and' in the above
Do you play any other sports besides cricket and
sentence because the sense of the sentence is in
football ?
constrast. So ‘yet’ is giving appropriate meaning.
647. The following sentence has been split into four Correct sentence– It was cold yet we still went
segments. Identify the segment that contains a swimming.
grammatical error.
651. In the given sentence, identify the segment
The road was blocked / so we had / to turn
which contains a grammatical error.
back and / find another one route.
Doctors say that home isolation is far more
(a) so we had
effective then hospitalise in cases of mild
(b) to turn back and infection.
(c) the road was blocked (a) far more effective (b) than hospitalise
(d) find another one route (c) isolation is (d) Doctors say that
SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, ‘another’ will be used Ans. (b) : In the above sentence ‘hospitals’ (noun) will
instead of ‘another one’. Which gives complete sense. be used in place of ‘hospitalise’ (verb) because similar
The use of ‘one’ is superfluous with it. part of speech (Home isolation) is compared.
Correct sentence– Correct Sentence -
The road was blocked so we had to turn back and find Doctors say that home isolation is far more effective
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652. The following sentence has been divided into 656. Identify the segment in the sentence which
parts. One of them may contain an error. Select contains the grammatical error. If there is no
the part that contains the error from the given error, select 'No error'.
options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No Among the reasons cited by the employee for
error' as your answer. quitting the job were the pressure of work, the
The need today is for both sides/to introspect outstation duties and desiring to pursue her
hobbies.
and re-examine the issue carefully/ and resolve (a) Among the reasons cited by the employee
it amicably. (b) were the pressure of work the outstation
(a) to introspect and re-examine the issue duties
carefully (c) and desiring to pursue her hobbies
(b) and resolve it amicably (d) No error
(c) No error SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
(d) The need today is for both sides Ans : (c) In the above sentence, ‘desire to pursue’ will
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I) be used in place of ‘desiring to pursue. Because same
Ans. (c) : No error. part of speech is used with ‘and’. Hence desire (Noun)
653. The following sentence has been divided into will be used with duties (Noun).
parts. One of them contains an error. Select the Correct sentence :-
Among the reasons cited by the employee for quitting
part that contains the error from the given the job were the pressure of work, the outstation duties
options. and desire to pursue her hobbies.
You must and avoid riding in crowded bus/or 657. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
travelling in a metro/during rush hour/as both error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
are quiet unpleasant experiences. error'.
(a) You must avoid riding in a crowded bus. My aunt/sold her boutique/ to a billionaire.
(b) during rush hour (a) to a billionaire (b) sold her boutique
(c) as both are quiet unpleasant experiences (c) My aunt (d) No error
(d) or travelling in a metro SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : No error
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'quite' will be used 658. Identify the segment which contains the
instead of ‘quiet’ because it gives suitable meaning for grammatical error.
the sentence. Great many students who are good at other
Correct Sentence - subjects perform poorly in English.
You must and avoid riding in crowded bus or travelling (a) perform poorly (b) in English
in a metro during rush hour as both are quite unpleasant (c) who are good at (d) Great many students
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III)
experiences.
Ans : (d) ‘A great many’ will be used instead of ‘Great
654. In the following, some part of the sentence may many’ in the above sentence. Because its use is
have errors. Find out which part of the idiomatics. A great many – ‘large number of things or
sentence has an error and select the persons’.
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from A great many/A good many + plural noun
error, select No Error. Correct Sentence :-
The priest class took upon itself the monopoly A Great many students who are good at other subjects
(1)/ of scriptural knowledge and interpretation perform poorly in English.
(2)/ of the same to its own advantage. (3)/ No 659. Identify the segment in the sentence which
error (4) contains the grammtical error. If there is no
(a) 1 (b) 2 error, select 'No error'.
(c) 3 (d) 4 If she left now, she would reach the station on
time.
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (a) the station on time (b) she would reach
Ans. (a) In the given sentence, ‘itself’ is not used (c) if she left now (d) No error
because the structure of the sentence is grammatically SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
correct without 'itself' and it is super flours. Ans : (d) No error
Correct sentence- Note- If + subject + verb2... subject + would + verb1 is
The priest class took upon the monopoly. used.
655. In the sentence identify the segment which 660. In the sentence identify the segment which
contains the grammatical error. If the sentence contains the grammatical error.
has no error, then select 'No error'. On Saturday Rahul visited his professor to
Whom did you give the packet to ? whom he had an appointment.
(a) Whom (b) did you give (a) to whom he had
(c) the packet to (d) No error (b) Rahul visited his professor
(c) an appointment
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) (d) On Saturday
Ans : (d) No error SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans : (a) In the above sentence, ‘with whom’ would be (a) No error
appropriate in place of ‘to whom’. Here ‘Whom’ is (b) my office are
object of ‘with’ preposition. Which gives proper (c) smarter than other offices
meaning for the sentence. (d) The people in
Correct Sentence :- SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II)
On Saturday Rahul visited his professor with whom he Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, instead of ‘smarter
had an appointment. than other offices’, ‘smarter than those of other
661. Find the part of the given sentence that has an offices’ will be used, because in the sentence ‘people
error in if. If there is no error, choose 'No are compared to people of other offices. Hence ‘those
error'. (people) of’ would be used before other offices.
Their friendship will not last long./No error Correct Sentence :-
(a) will not 'The people in my office are smarter than those of
(b) last long other offices.'
(c) No error 666. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
(d) Their friendship error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III) error'.
Ans. (c) : No error Unless you prepare well, you will not get a first
662. In the following question, some part of the class./No error
sentence may have errors. Find out which part (a) No error
of the sentence has as error and select the (b) a first class
appropriate option. If a sentence is free from (c) Unless you prepare well
error, select 'No Error'. (d) you will not get
He added that his previous employee (1)/ in SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Lucknow never paid him on time (2)/ or gave
him his full dues. (3)/ No Error (4) Ans. (a) : No error.
(a) 1 (b) 2 667. Indentify the segment in the sentence which
(c) 3 (d) 4 contains the grammatical error. If there is no
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II) error, select 'no error'
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, ‘former employee’ The climate of Dehradun is better than Meerut.
would be appropriate in place of ‘previous employee’. (a) is better
Because it gives appropriate according to the sense of (b) The climate of Dehradun
the sentence. (c) no error
Correct Sentence :- (d) than Meerut
He added that his former employee in Lucknow never SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
paid him on time or gave him his full dues.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, ‘than that of Meerut’
663. Find the part of the given sentence that has an would be appropriate in place of ‘than Meerut’.
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No Because in the sentence, the climate is being compared
error'. to not 'Meerut city'. So 'that of' (climate) will be used.
I did not see anybody in the auditorium./No Correct Sentence :-
error
(a) No error (b) see anybody 'The climate of Dehradun is better than that of Meerut'.
(c) I did not (d) in the auditorium 668. Identify the segment in the sentence which
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) contains the grammatical error. If no error
Ans. (a) : No error. then select 'No error'.
664. Find the part of the given sentence that has an She wanted to bake a cake for both her
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No brothers.
error'. (a) No error
It is easier to preach then to follow./No error (b) to bake a cake
(a) to preach (b) it is easier (c) for both her brothers
(c) then to follow (d) No error (d) She wanted
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘than to follow’ will Ans. (a) : No error
be used instead of ‘then to follow’, because ‘than’ is
669. Find the part of the given sentence that has an
used for comparison.
Correct Sentence :- error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No
It is easier to preach than to follow. error'.
665. Find the part of the given sentence that has an The lady/standing in the/corner is fat./No error.
error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No (a) corner is fat (b) No error
error'. (c) standing in the (d) The lady
The people in my office are smarter than other SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
offices./ No error Ans. (b) : No error
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02.
SENTENCE IMPROVEMENT
TCS hewšve& hej DeeOeeefjle (Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 30
CGL (Tier-2) 20
Form of verb (Tense, CHSL (Tier-1) 40
Number, Modal) CHSL (Tier-2) 22
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 15
SSC MTS 35
SSC GD 10
SSC CPO SI 20
2 CGL (Tier-1) 15
CGL (Tier-2) 7
CHSL (Tier-1) 18
Subject & Verb agreement CHSL (Tier-2) 5
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 3
3 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
Conditional Sentence CHSL (Tier-2) 2
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 6
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
4 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 2
Question tag CHSL (Tier-1) 5
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
5 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
Article CHSL (Tier-2) 1
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 3

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6 CGL (Tier-1) 22
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 5
(2017–2023)
CHSL (Tier-2) 25
Correct use of Pronoun,
Adjective & Adverb Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5
SSC MTS 15
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 9
7 CGL (Tier-1) 11
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
(2017–2023)
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Conjunction
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 10
8 CGL (Tier-1) 25
CGL (Tier-2) 10
CHSL (Tier-1) 5
(2017–2023)
CHSL (Tier-2) 30
Preposition
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5
SSC MTS 10
SSC GD 3
SSC CPO SI 5
9 CGL (Tier-1) 4
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 8
CHSL (Tier-2) 2 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4
Voice and Narration
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
10 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 5
(2017–2023)
CHSL (Tier-2)2 2
Noun (Case, Gender,
Number) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 3
11 CGL (Tier-1) 35
CGL (Tier-2) 20
CHSL (Tier-1) 19
CHSL (Tier-2) 25
Miscellaneous (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 11
SSC MTS 35
SSC GD 6
SSC CPO SI 30

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Trend Analysis of Questions topicwise from CGL (Pre & Mains)
CHSL (Pre & Mains) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI, SSC MTS, SSC
GD & Other Exams (2017-2023)

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02.
SENTENCE IMPROVEMENT
(a) made me bawl (b) No improvement
A. Form of Verb (Tense, Number, (c) makes me bawl (d) makes me bawled
Modal) SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
1. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Ans. (c) : The most appropriate option for the
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the underlined part of the sentence is (c) 'makes me bawl'
sentence is grammatically correct. because verb1 + ing is not used after (verb)'make'.
Don't try to force the window open, or you make + object + noun complement
might broken it. Thus, the correct sentence is-
(a) you might breaks (b) you have break 'That movie is so sad; the ending always makes me
(c) No improvement (d) you might break bawl.
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) 5. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
Ans. (d) : For the above given underlined part of the Choose ‘No improvement’ as an answer if the
sentence will be removed by 'you might break' because sentence is grammatically correct.
modal verb always takes basic form of verb. (Modal + She blew out the candle and gone to sleepy.
V1). (a) go to sleep (b) No improvement
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). (c) went to sleeps (d) went to sleep
2. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
Ans. (d) : The underlined part of the sentence – ‘gone
sentence is grammatically correct.
to sleepy’ is grammatically incorrect because the
The day are warm, so the student ate their sentence is in simple past tense and (VII) ‘went’ is used
lunch outside.
in the place of ‘gone’.
(a) was warm (b) was warming
⇒ (to + V1) is used as an infinitive in the place of (to
(c) No improvement (d) is warm
sleepy).
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
Hence, the correct option is (d) ‘went to sleep’.
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate option for the
underlined part of the sentence (a) 'was warm' will be 6. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
used because word 'ate' indicates that the sentence is in Choose ‘No improvement’ as an answer if the
past tense. sentence is grammatically correct.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Though a foreigner, Mother Teresa settle in
Calcutta and made it her home.
3. Select the option that will improve the
(bracketed) part of the sentence. In case of no (a) settled in Calcutta and
improvement select the option 'No (b) No improvement
improvement'. (c) settle over Calcutta as
When you ride a horse, (you sat on it and (d) settling in Calcutta or
control it's) movements. SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
(a) you sit on it and afterwards control it's Ans. (a) : The above underlined part of the sentence-
(b) you seated on it and control it's 'settle in Calcutta and' is grammatically error, because
(c) you sit on it and control its the given sentence is in past tense, Verb III (settled) will
(d) No improvement be used in the place of (V1) settle.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) The correct part is- 'settled in Calcutta and'
Ans. (c) : For the above sentence, 'sit' (V1) will be used 7. Select the word segment that substitutes
in place of 'sat' (V2) because the use of 'ride' (V1) makes (replaces) the bracketed word segment
it clear that the sentence is in Present Indefinite tense. correctly and completes the sentence
Hence 'Verb1' is used after the subject you. meaningfully. Select the option 'no correction
Correct Sentence required' if the sentence is correct as given.
When you ride a horse, you sit on it and control its The (roof collapsing) in a roar of rock and
movements. rubble.
4. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. (a) roof collapsed
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the (b) roof was collapse
sentence is grammatically correct. (c) No correction required
That movie is so sad; the ending always makes (d) roof have collapsed
me bawling. SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (a) : The incorrect segment of the given sentence 12. Select the most appropriate option that can
is (roof collapsing). The correct segment is option (a) substitute the underlined segment in the given
'roof collapsed' because the given sentence is in simple sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
past tense, the verb (V2) 'collapsed' is used with the select ‘No substitution’. My friend is owing an
subject 'The roof '. expensive cell phone.
8. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (a) own an expensive cell phone
the underlined segment in the given sentence. (b) No substitution
The manager have get hot under the collar (c) is own an expensive cell phone
when the workers demanded higher wages. (d) owns an expensive cell phone.
(a) Had get under the collar SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
(b) Got hot under the collar Ans. (d) : The most appropriate substitute for the
(c) Get hot under the collar underlined segment in the given sentence 'is owing an
(d) Will got under the collar expensive cell phone' is option (d) 'owns an expensive
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III) cell phone,' because the sentence is in a simple present
tense and the singular verb (owns) is used in the place
Ans. (b) : Option (b) 'Got hot under the collar' will be
of 'is owing.'
used in the underlined part of the given sentence
because the phrase 'have get hot under the collar' is Correct Sentence-
grammatically incorrect. The correct phrase should be My friend owns an expensive cell phone.
"got hot under the collar" which means the manager 13. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
became angry. the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Correct Sentence- I don’t wear the sunglasses at the moment.
The manager got hot under the collar when the workers (a) I didn’t wear (b) I was wearing
demanded higher wages. (c) I wore (d) I’m not wearing
9. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
Choose ‘No improvement’ as an answer if the Ans. (d) : The most appropriate substitute of the above
sentence is grammatically correct. underlined word 'don't wear' is 'I'm not wearing' because
She works for eight hours every weekday. the phrase 'at the moment' is used in present continuous
(a) No improvement (b) for eighth hours tense.
(c) of eighth hour (d) for eight hourly Hence, the correct option is (d).
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence-
Ans. (a) : No improvement. The underlined part of the I am not wearing the sunglasses at the moment.
above sentence- 'for eight hours' is grammatically 14. Select the most appropriate option that can
correct because the sentence is in simple present and substitute the underlined segment in the given
shows the habitual action. sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
10. Select the most appropriate option that can select 'No substitution'.
substitute the underlined segment I the given Delegates of the conflicting countries formally
sentence. meet at a conference to ironing out their
Shubhda has not finished to paint the window. differences.
(a) paining with (b) painting on (a) To ironed (b) No substitution
(c) painting (d) painting of (c) To iron out (d) For iron in
SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : The underlined segment of the above Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'to iron out' is used as
sentence, 'painting' would be appropriate in place of 'to an infinitive (to + verb1) in the place of 'to ironing out'.
paint'. because Verb1 + ing is followed by verb 'finish'. Other options give different meanings.
The other options give different meaning. Correct Sentence-
Hence options (c) 'painting' is correct answer. Delegates of the conflicting countries formally meet at a
conference to iron out their differences.
11. Select the most appropriate options that can
substitute the underlined segment in the given 15. Select the most appropriate option that can
sentence. substitute the underlined words in the given
Don't sit on this bench as it is just painted. sentence.
No sooner did we arrieved at the airport than
(a) It was painted just we got onto our flight to Atlanta.
(b) It had been painted just (a) have we arrived at (b) can we arrive by
(c) It had painted just (c) had we arrive at (d) did we arrive at
(d) It has just been painted SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV)
SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (d) : The underlined words in the given sentence
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence, 'did we arrived at' will be substituted by option (d) 'did
'It has just been painted' will be used in place of 'it is we arrive at' Because conjunction 'No sooner than' has
just painted'. been used here, in the sentence of past tense, where did
Hence options (d) is correct answer. is used followed by the first form of verb.
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Structure NO sooner + did + subject + V1 + than...... It 20. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
can used only in sentence in which two actions place. Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
Correct Sentence sentence is grammatically correct.
No sooner did we arrive at the airport than we got onto He sharpened his pencil, but the lead broken as
our flight to Atlanta. soon as he started writing.
16. Select the most appropriate option that can (a) No improvement (b) lead broke
substitute the underlined words in the (c) lead breaking (d) led break
following sentence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
It is raining a lot in April and May, but the
summer is very dry. Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part of the sentence
(a) was raining a lot on (b) rains a lot in 'broken' (V2) will be used in place of 'broke' (V3) makes
(c) rain a lot at (d) will rains a lot of it clear that first clause of sentence is in Past Indefinite
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) tense. Hence second Clause also will be in Past
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate substitute for the above Indefinite tense so 'broke' (V2) will be used after Noun
underlined words 'is raining a lot in' is option (b) 'rains a 'the lead'.
lot in '. Because simple present tense is used to describe Correct Sentence :
an action that is regular, true or general. he sharpened his pencil, but the lead broke as soon as
Correct sentence – It rains a lot in April and May, but he started writing.
the summer is very dry. 21. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
17. Choose the best substitute for the bracketed Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
segment in the following sentence to complete sentence is grammatically correct.
the sentence meaningfully.
The Government has been building more
(No sooner did she shouted), than the thieves schools to provided education at the secondary
ran away leaving all the jewellery on the table.
level.
(a) No sooner had she shout
(b) No sooner did she shout (a) provide education at
(c) No sooner does she shout (b) provided educationally on
(d) No sooner do she shouts (c) providing education to
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) (d) No improvement
Ans. (b) : The best substitute for the above bracketed SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II)
Segment (No sooner did she shouted) is option (b) 'No Ans. (a) : For the above sentence 'provide' (V1) will be
sooner did she shout', because 'inversion' is used in the used in the place of underlined part "Provided" because
beginning of the sentence and (V1) is used after helping 'V1' (first form of verb) is used after infinitive "to"
verb (did). which work as "noun".
No sooner + did + sub. + V1 + other words Correct Sentence :
18. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. The Government has been building more schools to
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the provide education at the secondary level.
sentence is grammatically correct.
I won't bore you with the details, but I finally 22. Select the most appropriate option that can
finish my taxes. substitute the underlined segment in the given
(a) No improvement (b) finally finished sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
(c) final finishing (d) finally finishing select ‘No substitution required’.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) None of the boys was willing to admit that he
Ans. (b) : The sense of given sentence is in Past Tense. was in the wrong.
Hence 'finally finished' will be used in place of 'Finally (a) admit
finish'. (b) ready to admitting
Correct Sentence - I won't bore you with the details, (c) No substitution required
but I finally finished my taxes. (d) willing to admitting
19. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the Ans. (c) : No substitution required
sentence is grammatically correct.
In past continuous tense was/were + V1 + ing form is
I try to travelling lightly, packing only the bare
essentials. required so there is no mistake in the sentence.
(a) No improvement (b) travelled light 23. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) travels lightly (d) travel lightly the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I) no substitution is required, select 'No
Ans. (d) : In the above underlined part of the sentence substitution'.
''travel'' will be used in place of 'travelling' because V1 The markets will be slow to recovers from the
(First form of verb) is used after Infinitive 'to'. current recession.
Note- Lightly (adverb) is used for to modify verb ''try''. (a) to recover (b) to recovered
Correct sentence- I try to travel lightly Packing only (c) No substitution (d) to recovering
the bare essentials. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
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Ans. (a) : In the given sentence underlined part, 'to Ans. (c) : In the given underline part, 'By withholding'
recovers' will be replaced by 'to recover' because base will be used in place of 'By withhold' because 'V1 + ing'
form of verb (V1 ) is used after infinitive 'to' form is always used after Preposition. Hence option (c)
Correct Sentence : is correct.
The markets will be slow to recover from the current Correct Sentence :
recession. By withholding the officer's promotion the department
24. Select the option that will improve the caused her a great deal of frustation.
underlined part of the sentence. In case no 28. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
improvement is needed, select 'No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
improvement'. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
The scientists are busy to explore new ideas. substitution'.
(a) exploring (b) No improvement What happened to your family if you continue
to splurge money like this?
(c) for exploring (d) to be exploring (a) is happening (b) will happen
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II (c) has happened (d) No substitution
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'Exploring' will be SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
used in the place of underline part 'to explore' because Ans. (b) : : In the above sentence, 'will happen' will be
gerund form (V1 + ing) is used after 'Busy'. used in place of 'happened' because 'what + helping
Correct sentence– verb + main verb' is used in interrogative sentence.
The scientists are busy exploring new ideas. Correct sentence–What will happen to your family if
25. Select the most appropriate option to improve you continue to splurge money like this?
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 29. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to improve it, 'No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
improvement required'. no substitution is required, select 'No
Whoever performs exceptionally well he will be substitution'.
promoted immediately. Online crimes are on the increase so everyone
(a) No improvement required needing to be careful and alert.
(b) he should be (a) needs to be careful (b) No substitution
(c) he would be (c) need to be careful (d) need to have careful
(d) will be SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'needs to be careful'
will be used in place of underlined part 'needing to be
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'he will be' will be careful' because subject is singular. Hence singular verb
replaced by 'will be' because 'whoever' is used as will be used.
subject. Hence subject 'He' will not be used again as a Correct sentence–
subject. Online crimes are on the increase so everyone needs to
Correct Sentence- be careful and alert.
Whoever perform exceptionally well will be promoted
immediately. 30. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
26. Select the most appropriate option to substitute no substitution is required, select 'No
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If substitution'.
no substitution is required, select 'No Two stadiums in the city are set to reopened
substitution'. after a gap of 65 days.
Does this plant be kept indoors? (a) to be reopens (b) for reopen
(a) Did (b) Can (c) No substitution (d) to reopen
(c) Do (d) No substitution SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, 'to reopen' will be
Ans. (b) : In the above underline part 'Can' will be used used in place of underlined part 'to reopened' because
in place of 'Does' because modal 'Can' is used for the 'to + V1' (Base form of verb) is used in infinitive.
sense of possibility/capability The verb forms of Reopen
Correct Sentence- infinitive Present Past tense Past
Can this plant be kept indoors. participle Participle
27. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Reopen reopening reopened reopened
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Correct sentence -
no substitution is required, select 'No Two stadiums in the city are set to reopen after a gap
substitution'. of 65 days.
By withhold the officer's promotion, the 31. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
department caused her a great deal of the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
frustration. no substitution is required, select 'No
(a) To withholding (b) In withhold substitution required'.
(c) By withholding (d) No substitution The cyclone have worsen the situation in
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II Mumbai.
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(a) No substitution required Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, 'has been doing quite
(b) has worsening well' will be used in place of underlined part 'is done
(c) have worsened quite better' because second clause of the sentence will
(d) has worsened be in Present Perfect Continuous tense.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II Correct Sentence :
Ever since my doughter started math tution she has been
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'has worsened' will doing quite well in the subject.
be used in place of underlined part 'have worsen'
because 'The cyclone' is singular subject. Hence 35. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
singular verb 'has + V3' will be used. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
The verb for of worsen:- substitution'.
infinitive Present Past tense Past I am sorry for all which happen yesterday.
participle Participle (a) all that happen (b) all what happens
worsen worsening worsened worsened (c) No substitution (d) all that happened
Correct Sentence- SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
The Cyclone has worsened the situation in Mumbai. Ans. (d) : In the given underlined part, 'all that
happened' will be used in place of underlined part 'all
32. Select the most appropriate option to substitute which happen' because use of 'yesterday' makes it clear
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If that the sentence is in past tense.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No Correct Sentence :
substitution'. I am sorry for all that happend yesterday.
My father promised to be bringing a new
36. Select the option that will improve the
mobile phone for me. underlined part of the given sentence.
(a) for bringing (b) No substitution The children opens the door silently, yesterday.
(c) to bring (d) to have brought (a) Will have opened the door
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II (b) opened the door
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'to bring' will be used (c) open the door
in place of underlined part 'to be bringing' because base (d) will open the door
form of verb (V1) is used after infinitive 'to' SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
Correct Sentence– Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'opened' will be used in
My father promised to bring a new mobile phone for place of underlined part 'opens' because use of
me. 'yesterday' makes it clear that the sentence is in past
tense.
33. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Correct Sentence-
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
The children opened the door silently, yesterday.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
substitution'. 37. Select the most appropriate option that can
The driver loss control as soon as he was taking substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
a right turn. select ‘No substitution required’.
(a) No substitution The teacher said, “the sun raises in the east
(b) lose control where every day”.
(c) lost control when (a) No substitution required
(d) was losing control after (b) the sun will rise in the east
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I (c) the sun rises at the east
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'lost control when' will (d) the sun rises in the east
be used in place of underlined part 'loss control as soon SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
as' because sentence is in past tense. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'rises' will be used in
Correct Sentence : place of underlined part 'raises' because it gives suitable
The driver lost control when he was taking a right turn. meaning according to the sense of the sentence.
Correct sentence–
34. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If The Teacher said, "The sun rises in the east every day.
no substitution is required, select 'No 38. Select the option that will improve the
substitution required'. underlined part of the sentence. In case no
improvement is needed, select 'No
Ever since my daughter started math tuition,
improvement required'.
she is done quite better in the subject.
He blew out the candle and went to sleepy.
(a) No substitution required (a) went to sleep
(b) had done quite good (b) go on sleep
(c) has been doing quite well (c) No improvement required
(d) has done quite best (d) gone to sleep
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Ans. (a) : In the given sentence 'went to sleep' will be The first meeting of the Standing Committee
used in place of underlined part 'went to sleepy' because will be hold next week.
first form of verb (V1) is used after infinitive 'to'. (a) No substitution required
Correct Sentence– (b) Will be held next week
He blew out the candle and went to sleep. (c) Will be holding next week
(d) Will held next week
39. Select the option that will improve the
underlined part of the given sentence. In case SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II
no improvement is needed, select 'No Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'will be held next
improvement required'. week' will be used in place of 'will be hold next week'
Next month, she was going to the institute to because III rd form of verb (V3) is used after 'will be'.
study for a master's degree. Correct Sentence–
(a) went to The first meeting of the standing committee will be held
(b) has gone to next week.
(c) is going to
43. Select the most appropriate option that can
(d) No improvement required substitute the underlined segment in the given
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'is going to' will be select ‘No substitution required’.
used in place of underlined part 'was going to' because When Sirisha knock at the door someone
'is going to' is used for the sense of immediate future peeped through the window
planning. (a) knocked door
Correct Sentence– (b) knocked on door
Next month, she is going to the institute to study for a (c) knocked at the door
master's degree. (d) No substitution requied
40. Select the option that will improve the SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III
underlined part of the given sentence. In case Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, 'knocked at the door'
no improvement is needed, select ‘No will be used in place of 'knock at the door' because
improvement required’.
sentence is in past tense.
I don’t fancy to go out this evening. Correct Sentence-
(a) going out When Sirisha Knocked at the door someone peeped
(b) to be going out through the window.
(c) No improvement required 44. Select the most appropriate option that can
(d) to going outside substitute the underlined segment in the given
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'going out' will be used select 'No substitution required'.
in place of underlined part 'to go out' because gerund Computer crime have been in the news since
form (v1 + ing) is used after 'Fancy'. the nineteen eighties.
(a) has been on the news since
Correct Sentence–
(b) has been in the news since
I don't fancy going out this evening (c) has been in the news from
41. Select the most appropriate option that can (d) No substitution required
substitute the underlined segment in the given SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'has been in the news
select ‘No substitution required’. since' will be used in place of 'have been in the news
As it was getting late Lata leave the party since' because subject is singular. Hence singular verb
midway. will be used.
(a) left the party Correct sentence -
(b) Leaving the party Computer crime has been in the news since the nineteen
(c) is left the party eighties.
(d) No substitution required 45. Select the option that will improve the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III underlined part of the sentence. In case no
Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, 'left the party' will be improvement is needed, select 'No
used in place of 'leave the party' because first clause of improvement required'.
the sentence is in past tense. Hence, second clause will Why doesn't you try calling your family again?
also be in past tense. (a) you don't tries
42. Select the most appropriate option that can (b) doesn't you tries
substitute the underlined segment in the given (c) don't you try
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, (d) No improvement required
select ‘No substitution required’. SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
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Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, 'don't you try' will be 49. Select the option that will improve the
used in place of 'doesn't you try' because subject (you) underlined part of the given sentence. In case
is in plural number' Hence, plural helping verb 'do' will no improvement is needed, select 'No
be used. improvement required'.
Correct Sentence – The snowstorm in that region will effect
thousands of travellers.
Why don't you try calling your family again? (a) would affecting thousand
46. Select the option that will improve the (b) will effect thousands
underlined part of the given sentence. In case (c) No improvement required
no improvement is needed, select 'No (d) will affect thousands
improvement required'. SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
It has been my great misfortune to follow a Ans. (d) : In the given underlined part, 'will affect
speech more notable for its volume than for thousands' will be used in place of 'will effect
any sense. thousands' because main verb (affect) is used after
(a) following a speech most notable auxiliary verb (will), as 'effect' is noun form so verb
(b) No improvement required form 'affect' will be used .
(c) to follow a speech much notable Correct Sentence–
(d) to have being following a speech more The snowstorm in that region will affect thousands of
notable travellers.
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I 50. Select the option that will improve the
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'following a speech underlined part of the given sentence. In case
no improvement is needed, select 'No
most notable' will be used because sentence is in present
improvement required'.
perfect continuous and 'has/have + been + Ving' is used
In India, processed foods becomes popular in
in it. the 20th century.
Correct Sentence – (a) became popular in
It has been my great misfortune following a speech (b) become popularity in
most notable for its volume than for any sense. (c) No improvement required
47. Select the option that will improve the (d) become popular at
underlined part of the sentence, in case no SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
improvement is needed, select 'No Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, 'became popular in'
improvement required'. will be used in place of 'becomes popular in' because
Shall you pass me that pasta bowl? '20th century' makes it clear that the sentence is in past
(a) Shall pass you tense. Hence 'became' will be used.
(b) Can you pass Correct Sentence –
(c) Could passing you In India, processed foods became popular in the 20th
(d) No improvement required century.
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I 51. Select the option that will improve the
underlined part of the given sentence. In case
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'can you pass' will be no improvement is needed, select 'No
used in place of 'Shall you pass' because modal 'Can' is improvement required'.
used for polite request. I work hardly too earn bread and butter for
Correct Sentence – my family.
Can you pass me that pasta bowl? (a) work hardest too
48. Select the option that will improve the (b) work hard to
underlined part of the given sentence. Incase no (c) No improvement required
improvement is needed, select 'No (d) works hardly to
improvement required'. SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I
I am trying to finding an investor from abroad. Ans. (b) : In the above underlined part, 'work hard to'
(a) trying too find will be used in place of 'work hardly too' because
(b) trying to find adverb 'hard' makes meaningful instead of 'hardly' and
'to + V1' is used after 'hard'
(c) No improvement required Note :– Hard to do something
(d) try to find Correct Sentence –
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
I work hard to earn bread and butter for my family.
Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, 'trying to find' will be
used in place of 'trying to finding' because 'to +V1' is 52. Select the option that will improve the
used as a infinitive underlined part of the sentence. In case no
improvement is needed, select 'No
Correct sentence – improvement required'.
I am trying to find an investor from abroad. He sounded like he were to going cry.
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(a) No improvement required Ans. (b) In the given sentence, ‘had just completed’
(b) were going to will be used in place of ‘just completed’ because in past
(c) going to perfect tense, the first completed and in past indefinite
(d) was going to tense, the second completed work is used.
SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III Correct Sentence
Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, 'was going to cry' will She had just completed the work before her friend came.
be used in place of 'were to going cry' because singular 56. Select the most appropriate option that can
verb (was) is used for singular subject (He). substitute the underlined segment in the given
Correct Sentence – sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
select ‘No substitution required’.
He sounded like he was going to cry We watched the carpenter to repair our broken
53. Select the option that will improve the table.
underlined part of the given sentence. In case (a) to repairing
no improvement is needed, select 'No (b) No substitution required
improvement required'. (c) repairing
Aphrodite vowed that Paris would had the (d) repaired
most beautiful woman as his wife. SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
(a) would be having Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, ‘repairing’ will be used
(b) No improvement required in place of ‘to repair’ because V1 + ing form is used
(c) will be having after ‘watch’.
(d) would have Correct Sentence - We watched the carpenter
SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III repairing our broken table.
Ans. (d) : In the above underlined part, ‘would have’ 57. Select the most appropriate option that can
will be used in place of ‘would had’ because ‘have’ is substitute the underlined segment in the given
used after would, should, could, etc. sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
Correct Sentence - select ‘No substitution required’.
Don’t disturb me while I talk to someone on the
Aphrodite vowed that Paris would have the most
phone.
beautiful woman as his wife.
(a) was talking (b) am talking
54. Select the most appropriate option that can (c) No substitution required (d) talked
substitute the underlined segment in the given SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, ‘am taking’ will be
select ‘No substitution required’. used in place of ‘talk’ because continuous form is
“The players needing a break and we think it’s always used after conjunction ‘while’.
time for them to rest,” the coach told the Correct sentence–
reporters.
Don't disturb me while I am talking to someone on the
(a) No substitution required phone.
(b) need a break
58. Select the most appropriate option that can
(c) needs a break substitute the underlined segment in the given
(d) are need a break sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I select 'No substitution required'.
Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, ‘need’ will be used in Using a word processor for writing have a
place of ‘needing’ because sentence is in present number of advantages.
indefinite. And subject (players) is plural. Hence, (a) to write have a number
Plural verb (without s/es) will be used. (b) for writing has a number
(c) for writing having number
Correct Sentence–
(d) No substitution required
The players need a break and we think it's time for them SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III
to rest. the coach told the reporters.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, ‘for writing has a
55. Select the option that will improve the number will be used in place of ‘for writing have a
underlined part of the given sentence. In case number’ because subject is singular. Hence singular
no improvement is needed, select 'No verb ‘has’ will be used.
improvement required'. Correct Sentence -
She just completed the work before her friend Using a word processor for writing has a number of
came. advantages.
(a) just has completed the work 59. Select the most appropriate option that can
(b) had just completed the work substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
(c) has just completed the work select ‘No substitution required’.
(d) No improvement required People in North India doesn’t know much
SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I about South Indian culture.
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(a) are not knowing 63. Select the most appropriate option to substitue
(b) doesn’t knows the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) No substitution required there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
(d) don’t know substitution'.
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III If he doesn't reach the station, in time, he
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, ‘Don’t know’ will be would sure miss the train.
used in place of ‘doesn’t know’ because ‘people’ is (a) would surely miss (b) No substitution
plural subject. Hence plural verb will be used. (c) will sure missing (d) will surely miss
Correct sentence– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
People in north India don't know much about South Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, ‘will surely miss’ will
Indian culture. be used in place of ‘would sure miss’ because it is a
conditional sentence. In these sentences, ‘if’ clause is
60. Select the option that will improve the used in present indefinite and second clause is used in
underlined part of the sentence. In case no future indefinite.
improvement is needed, select 'No Correct Sentence -
improvement required'. If he doesn't reach the station in time, he will surely
My father is wishing me to give all my time to miss the train.
studies now.
(a) No improvement required 64. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(b) has wished the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) wishes there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
(d) was wishing substitution required'.
Lavanya was happy to see that the tree they
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II had planted the previous year has grow quite
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘wishes’ will be used taller.
in place of ‘is wishing’ because sentence is in simple (a) No substitution required
present. (b) had grown quite tall
Correct sentence - My father wishes me to give all (c) had grow quite taller
my time to studies now. (d) had grown quite tallest
61. Select the most appropriate option that can SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
substitute the underlined segment in the given Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, ‘had grown quite tall’
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, will be used in place of ‘has grow quite taller’ because
select 'No substitution required'. sentence is in past tense. Hence this clause will also be
The first meeting of the Standing Committee used in past tense.
were on growth financing because investment is Correct Sentence -
crucial for us in revival after the pandemic. Lavanya was happy to see that the tree they had planted
(a) No substitution required the previous year has grown quite tall.
(b) was on growth financing 65. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) are on growth financing the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(d) have been in growth financing there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III substitution required'.
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, option (b) Sometimes the family liking to play a game
‘was on growth financing’ will be used in place of 'were together after dinner.
on growth financing' because subject is singular. Hence (a) Sometimes the family likes
verb will be in singular form. (b) Sometime the family likes
Correct sentence – (c) No substitution required
The first meeting of the standing committee was on (d) Sometimes the family are like
growth financing because.......... SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, ‘sometimes the family
62. Select the most appropriate option that can likes’ will be used in place of ‘sometimes the family
substitute the underlined segment in the given liking’ because subject is singular. Hence singular verb
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, (likes) will be used.
select 'No substitution required'. Correct Sentence -
I play football yesterday. Sometimes the family likes to play a game together
(a) I been playing after dinner.
(b) I playing 66. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) No substitution required the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(d) I played there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II substitution'.
Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part, option(d) “I Had you not interfering in my affairs, I would
played’ will be used in place of 'I play' because use of have been in the US now.
‘yesterday’ makes it clear that the sentence is in past (a) No substitution
tense. (b) Had you not interfered
(c) Was you not interfere
Correct Sentence- (d) Have you not been interfering
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Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, ‘Had you not Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, ‘ not to go’ will be
interfered’ will be used in place of ‘Had you not used in place of ‘to not went’ because ‘not’ is used
interfering' because 'V3' form is used after ‘Had’. before conjunction ‘to’ in indirect speech and V1 is used
Correct Sentence - after ‘to’
Had you not interfered in my affairs, I would have been Correct Sentence-
in the US now. The teacher advised the children not to go near the lake.
67. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 71. Select the most appropriate option to improve
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
no substitution is required, select 'No there is no need to improve it, select 'No
substitution'. improvement'.
If you are not able to go out, did not worry. I have been working with children before, so I
(a) don't worried (b) worrying not know that to expect.
(c) do not worry (d) No substitution (a) am working (b) have worked
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) (c) work (d) No improvement
Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, ‘do not worry’ will be SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
used in place of ‘did not worry’ because sentence is in Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘have
present tense. Hence ‘do not’ will be used. worked’ will be used in place of have been working
Correct Sentence - because use of 'before' makes it clear that the sentence
If you are not able to go out, do not worry. will be in present perfect tense.
68. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct Sentence-
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If I have worked with children before, so I know that to
no substitution is required, select 'No expect.
substitution'. 72. Select the most appropriate option to improve
What were the examples that the writer gave to the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
proved his point ? there is no need to improve it, select 'No
(a) No substitution improvement'.
(b) given to prove his point He has being put behind prison for life.
(c) gave to prove his point (a) No improvement (b) being putting in
(d) give for proving his point (c) been put behind (d) been put in
SSC CGL (Tier-I)–23/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part ‘ gave to prove Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, ‘been put in’ will be
his point’ will be used in place of 'gave to proved his used in place of ‘being put behind’ because IIIrd form
point' because ‘to+V1’ is used as infinitive. of verb is used after has/have and ‘Put in’ is used to
Correct Sentence - keep in prison.
What were the examples that the writer gave to prove Correct Sentence-
his point? He has been put in prison for life
69. Select the option that will improve the 73. Select the most appropriate option to improve
underlined part of the sentence. In case no the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
improvement is needed, select 'No there is no need to improve it, select 'No
improvement required'. improvement'.
I wish I have come an hour sooner. I am really looking forward to meet you.
(a) has (a) to have met you (b) to be meeting you
(b) will (c) to meeting you (d) No improvement
(c) had SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(d) No improvement required Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, ‘to meeting you’ will
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) be used in place of ‘to meet you’ because gerund form
Ans. (c) : for the above underlined part, ‘Had’ will be (Ving) is used after ‘look forward to’.
used in place of ‘have’ because past indefinite (V2) is used Correct Sentence-
after ‘I wish’. I am really looking forward to meeting you.
Correct Sentence- 74. Select the most appropriate option to improve
I wish I had come an hour sooner. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
70. Select the option that will improve the there is no need to improve it, select 'No
underlined part of the sentence. In case no improvement'.
improvement is needed, select 'No If you had asked me, I had told you not to
improvement'. invest in that property.
The teacher advised the children to not went (a) No improvement
near the lake. (b) I would have told you
(a) No improvement (b) not to go (c) I will tell you
(c) don't go (d) not to be going (d) I would tell you
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Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, ‘I would have told Ans. (a) : for the above underlined part, ‘has’ will be
you’ will be used in place of ‘I had told, you’, because used because subject (She) is singular. Hence singular
if ‘if’ clause is used in ‘had + V3’ then principal clause verb is used. And ‘has’ is used for possession.
will be in would have + V3’. Correct Sentence - She has two brothers and three
Note– sisters.
If +present ............will + VI
If+had+VIII ........... would have + VIII 79. Select the most appropriate option to improve
If+ (VII) ...........would +VI the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct Sentence - there is no need to improve it, select 'No
If you had asked me, I would have told you not to improvement'.
invest in that property. You have not showed any improvement in your
75. Select the most appropriate option to improve handwriting.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (a) had not showed (b) has not shown
there is no need to improve it, select 'No (c) No improvement (d) have not shown
improvement'. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
There was an argument about if we shall move Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part, ‘have not
to another city. shown’ will be used because IIIrd form is used after
(a) about if we should move has/have.
(b) about whether we should move I II III
(c) on if we shall be moving Show Showed Shown
(d) No improvement Correct Sentence–
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) You have not shown any improvement in your
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘about handwriting.
whether we should move’ will be used because
whether is used for the sense of option choice. And 80. Select the alternative that will improve the
sentence is in past tense ‘should’ will be used. underlined part of the sentence in case there is
Correct Sentence- no improvement select “No improvement”.
There was an argument about whether we should move The watchman prevent him from parking his
to another city. car near the gate.
76. Select the most appropriate option to improve (a) prevents him for parking
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (b) prevented him to park
there is no need to improve it, select 'No (c) prevented him from parking
improvement'. (d) No improvement
I am not use to drink coffee. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(a) not use to drank (b) No improvement Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘prevented
(c) not used to drink (d) not used to drinking him’ will be used because sentence will be in past
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) tense. Hence 'sub+V2' will be used.
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘not used to Correct Sentence– The watchman prevented him
drinking’ will be used because gerund form (Ving) is from parking his car near the gate.
used after ‘is/am/are + used to’.
Note- Is/am/are+used to+Ving 81. Select the alternative that will improve the
Correct Sentence- underlined part of the sentence in case there is
I am not used to drinking coffee. no improvement select “No improvement”.
77. Select the most appropriate option to improve 'Did you brought your drawing books?’the
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If teacher asked the students.
there is no need to improve it, select 'No (a) Did you bring (b) Do you bringing
improvement'. (c) Do you brought (d) No improvement
Why not you to be a good boy and sit down? SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(a) don't you be (b) you not be Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part., ‘did you
(c) you are not being (d) No improvement bring’ will be used because first form of verb (V1) is
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) used after 'do/does/did'.
Ans. (a) : for the above underlined part, ‘don’t you be’ Correct Sentence - Did you Bring your drawing
will be used because ‘helping verb’ is used after Wh- books?
word.
82. Select the alternative that will improve the
Correct Sentence - Why don't you be a good boy and
sit down? underlined part of the sentence in case there is
no improvement select “No improvement".
78. Select the most appropriate option to improve
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If The news reported that the police have catched
there is no need to improve it, select 'No the guilty person and are interrogating him.
improvement'. (a) had catched the guilty
She are having two brothers and three sisters. (b) No improvement
(a) has (b) No improvement (c) have caught the guilty
(c) is having (d) have (d) are caught a guilty
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Ans. (c) : for the above underlined part. ‘have caught 87. Select the alternative that will improve the
the guilty’ will be used because IIIrd form of verb is underlined part of the sentence in case there is
used after has/have. no improvement select “No improvement”.
Correct Sentence - The news reported that the police The milk has boiled over and falling onto the
have caught the guilty person and are interrogating stove.
him. (a) falls into the stove
83. Select the alternative that will improve the (b) fallen onto the stove
(c) No improvement
underlined part of the sentence in case there is
(d) fall over in the stove
no improvement select “No improvement”.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ajit has been played bridge since 2017.
(a) is been playing bridge from 2017 Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part, ‘fall over in
(b) has been play bridge from 2017 the stove will be used because it gives suitable
(c) No improvement meaning for the sentence.
(d) has been playing bridge since 2017 Correct sentence – The milk has boiled over and fall
over in the stove.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
88. Select the alternative that will improve the
Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part, ‘has been
underlined part of the sentence in case there is
playing bridge since 2017’ will be used because ‘Ving’ no improvement select "No improvement".
form is used after 'has been' in present perfect Riya went into the shop because it has sale.
continuous tense. (a) No improvement (b) It is having sale
Correct Sentence - Ajit has been playing bridge (c) It having a sale (d) it had a sale
since 2017. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
84. Select the alternative that will improve the Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part, ‘it had a sale’
underlined part of the sentence in case there is will be used because sentence is in past tense.
no improvement select “No improvement”. Correct Sentence - Riya went into the shop because it
If I had been there I would surely solve the had a sale.
problem for you. 89. Select the alternative that will improve the
(a) I would surely have solved underlined part of the sentence. In case there is
(b) I will surely solves no improvement select "No improvement".
(c) I would surely solving The manager could not able to understand the
(d) No improvement problem the factory workers faced.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (a) No improvement (b) could not to
Ans. (a) : for the above underlined part ‘I would surely (c) was not able to (d) never able to
have solved’ will be used because if ‘if clause’ is used SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
with had + V3 then result clause will be in would + Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part ‘ was not able
have + V3. to’ will be used because use of could with ‘able’ is
Correct Sentence - If I had been there I would surely superfluous.
have solved the problem for you. Correct Sentence - The manager was not able to
85. Select the alternative that will improve the understand the problem the factory workers faced.
underlined part of the sentence in case there is 90. Select the alternative that will improve the
no improvement select “No improvement”. underlined part of the sentence. In case there is
The floods this year cause a lot of damage to no improvement select "No improvement".
the crops. Gita suggested that her daughter to open a
(a) causing a lot of (b) cause lots of savings bank account.
(c) have caused a lot of (d) No improvement (a) No improvement
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (b) that her daughter open
Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘have caused (c) her daughter opening
a lot of’ will be used because it gives suitable meaning (d) her daughter to start
for the sentence. SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Correct Sentence - The floods this year have caused a Ans. (b) : for the above underlined part, ‘open (verb)’
lot of damage to the crops. will be used because verb base form is used after noun
and to + V1 (infinite) is used as noun.
86. Select the alternative that will improve the Correct Sentence - Gita suggested that her daughter
underlined part of the sentence in case there is open a savings bank account.
no improvement select “No improvement”.
Some people like to watches television all day. 91. Select the alternative that will improve the
(a) No improvement (b) likes to watch underlined part of the sentence. In case there is
(c) like to watch (d) like to watching no improvement select "No improvement".
Ravi tried to explained him the problem but he
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) refused to listen.
Ans. (c) : for the above underlined part, ‘like to watch (a) No improvement
will be used because base form of verb (V1) is used (b) Explain the problem to him
after infinite ‘to’. (c) explaining him the problem
Correct Sentence - Some people like to watch (d) explain the problem
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Ans. (b) : for the above underlined part, ‘explain the 96. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
problem to him' will be used because base form of verb The duo’s network was (made to learn identify)
(V1) is used after infinite ‘to’. true signals using previously vetted signals;
Correct Sentence - Ravi tried to explain the problem they then studied the weaker signals.
to him but he refused to listen. (a) made to learn to identify
92. Select the alternative that will improve the (b) made to learning to identify
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is (c) made learning to identify
no improvement select "No improvement". (d) No improvement
No sooner did the bell range than the children SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
ran out of the class. Ans. (a) For the above bracketed part, ‘made to learn to
(a) did the bell ring than (b) the bell ring identify’ will be used because when two verb is used
(c) No improvement (d) when the bell range together then infinite (to + V1) form is used for later
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) verb.
Ans. (a) : for the above underlined part, ‘did the bell Correct Sentence–
ring than’ will be used because first form of the verb The duo’s network was (made to learn to identify) true
(V1) is used after do/does/did. signals using previously vetted signals; they then
Correct Sentence - No sooner did the bell ring than studied the weaker signals.
the children ran out of the class. 97. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
93. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. It also indicates the caveats and failure modes
in the model need to be improved before (been
(They have hold), it is in the fitness of things used independently).
that the legislature should be taken into (a) been using independently
confidence on Brexit. (b) being used independently
(a) They have holding (b) They have held (c) been independently
(c) They has held (d) No improvement (d) No improvement
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Ans. (b) For the above bracketed part,’ they have held’ Ans. (b) For the above bracketed. Part. ‘being used
will be used because V3 form is used after has/have. independently’ will be used because ‘need to be + V3'
sub + has/have + VIIIrd + object + other word makes it clear that the sentence is in passive voice hence
Correct Sentence - ‘being + V3’ will be used.
(They have held), it is in the fitness of things that the Correct Sentence - It also indicates the caveats and
legislature should be taken into confidence on Brexit. failure modes in the model need to be improved before
94. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. (being used independently).
It nuances the larger debate on whether such 98. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
votes should override the will of the legislature, We have made progress in our development
(or guided it further). journey, and people (came) out in large
(a) or guide it further numbers to vote for development.
(b) or guide it to farther (a) had come (b) coming
(c) or guidance further (c) will come (d) No improvement
(d) No improvement SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 Ans. (c) for the above bracketed part, ‘will come’ will
Ans. (a) for the above bracketed part ‘or guide it be used because main clause is in present perfect tense
further’ will be used because first form (V1) is used Hence co-ordinate clause will be in simple future tense.
after model should. Correct Sentence -
Correct Sentence - We have made progress in our development journey,
In nuance the larger debate on whether such votes and people (will come) out in large numbers to vote for
should override the will of the legislature or guide it development.
further. 99. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
95. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
A new chapter (may been put forth) that India substitution required’.
gained Independence only in the last one year She is taking all kinds of medicine wherever
and not in 1947. she goes.
(a) may have been putted forth (a) No substitution required
(b) may be put forth (b) was taking
(c) may be left forth (c) takes
(d) No improvement (d) took
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) for the above bracketed part, ‘May be put Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, ‘takes’ will be used in
forth' will be used because 'be' (Verb2) is used after place of ‘taking’ because ‘Present indefinite tense’ is
model ‘May’. Correct Sentence - A new chapter (may used for habitual sense.
be put forth) that India gained Independence only in the Correct Sentence-
last one year and not in 1947 She takes all kinds of medicine wherever she goes.
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100. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 104. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
substitution required’. substitution required’.
The secretary talks over the phone right now. I want to learn yoga when I was in school.
(a) No substitution required (a) ought to (b) No substitution required
(b) talked (c) need to (d) used to
(c) was talking SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(d) is talking Ans. (d) : In the above underlined part, ‘used to’ will
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) be used because ‘used to’ is used to refer to things in
Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part, ‘is talking’ past which no longer true.
will be used because ‘right now’ makes it clear that the Correct Sentence - I used to learn yoga when I was in
sentence is in present continuous tense. school.
Correct Sentence– 105. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
The secretary is talking over the phone right now. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
101. Select the most appropriate option to substitute there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If substitution required’.
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No She is being waited for you for two hours.
substitution required’. (a) has been waiting
I am certain Ashok has finished his work by (b) had wait
tomorrow. (c) No substitution required
(a) had finished (d) have been waited
(b) No substitution required SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) will have finished Ans. (a) : In the above underlined part, ‘has been
(d) would have finish
waiting’ will be used because sentence is in present
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
perfect continuous tense. Hence 'has + been + Ving' will
Ans. (c) : for the above underlined part, ‘will have be used. 'Being' can be used as gerund or in passive
finished’ will be used because 'will have + V3' is used
for the sense of completion of an action in the future. voice of present or past continuous tenses.
Correct sentence–I am certain Ashok will have Correct sentence– She has been waiting for you for
two hours.
finished his work by tomorrow.
106. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
102. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required'.
substitution required’. Everybody who know him agree that he rarely
Have taken permission, Shivam went horse loses his temper.
riding. (a) No substitution required
(a) Having taking permission
(b) who knows him agrees that
(b) No substitution required
(c) Have took permission (c) who knows him agrees if
(d) Having taken permission (d) whom know him agrees that
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : For the above sentence, ‘ having taken Ans. (b) : for the above underlined part, ‘who knows
permission’ will be used in place of ‘ have taken him agrees that’ will be used because 'singular verb' is
permission’ because present participle is needed for used after everybody, everyone etc.
the sentence. Correct sentence–Everybody who knows him agrees
Present participle–having + VIIIrd form that he rarely loses his temper.
Correct sentence– 107. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Having taken permission, Shivam went horse riding the underlined segment in the given sentence.
103. Select the most appropriate option to substitute If no substitution is required, select No
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If improvement.
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No The female ostrich guards the nest at night and
substitution required’. the male guard it in the day.
The young man lifts weights at the gym when (a) guard it during the day
he pulled a muscle. (b) No improvement
(a) is lifting (b) has lifting (c) guarding it during day
(c) was lifting (d) No substitution required (d) guards it during the day
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : for the above sentence, ‘was lifting’ will be Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘guards it
used in place of 'lifts' because second clause is in Past during the day’ will be used because subject is singular
tense. Hence first clause will also be in past tense. Hence 'V1' (with s/es) will be used and during will be
Correct Sentence- used for a period of time.
The young man was lifting weights at the gym when Correct Sentence - The female ostrich guards the nest
he pulled a muscle. at night and the male guards it during the day.
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108. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (a) No improvement
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (b) has been reading that novel
no substitution is required, select no (c) has read that novel
improvement. (d) reads that novel
Though many European traders visit SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Puducherry in the sixteenth century onwards, Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘has been
what remains today is a relic of its French past. reading that novel’ will be used because when since is
(a) traders visited Puducherry from the sixteenth used as conjunction then its principal clause is used in
century onwards present perfect tense and second clause is used in Past
(b) traders visited Puducherry in a sixteenth indefinite tense.
century onward Present perfect/Present Perfect continuous tense +
(c) No improvement Since + Past Indefinite Tense
(d) trader visit Puducherry from the sixteenth Correct Sentence-
century onwards She has been reading that novel since she got up in the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I) morning.
Ans : (a) For the above underlined part, ‘visited’ will 112. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
be used in place of 'visit' because first clause of the the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
sentence is in past tense and ‘from…….onwards’ will there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
be used. substitution required'.
Correct sentense- I made them cleaning the room thoroughly.
Though many European traders visited Puducherry from (a) I make them cleaning
the sixteenth century onwards, what remains today is a (b) No substitution required
relic of its French past. (c) I making them clean
109. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (d) I made them clean
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
no substitution is required, select No Ans : (d) In the above sentence, ‘I made them clean’
improvement. will be used in place of ‘I made them cleaning’ because
The workers of this textile factory demand causative verb is used here.
higher wages for a long time. Causative use of verb– (i) sub + Make + Object + VI
(a) has demanded higher wages (ii) Sub + Cause + Object + To + VI
(b) No improvement (iii) Sub + Have/get + Object + VIII
(c) demanded higher wages Correct Sentence– I made them clean the room
(d) have been demanding higher wages thoroughly.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
113. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Ans : (d) For the above underlined part, ‘have been the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
demanding higher wages’ will be used because ‘for + there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
time’ makes it clear that the sentence is in present substitution'.
perfect continuous tense. I enjoy to watch a good detective movie.
Sub + has/have + been + v + ing + since/for + time (a) watching (b) watched
Correct sentence– The workers of this textile factory (c) No substitution (d) watch
have been demanding higher wages for a long time.
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
110. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans : (a) For the above underlined part, ‘watching’ is
the underline segment in the given sentence. If used instead of ‘to watch’ because gerund form (V1 +
substitution is required, select no. improvement. ing) is used after enjoy, hate, detest, mind, worth, etc
I look for a better job for the last two months,
Correct sentence– I enjoy watching a good detective
but nothing is in sight.
(a) have looked for a better job movie.
(b) looked for a better job 114. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) have been looking for a better job the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(d) No. improvement there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II) substitution'.
Ans : (c) For the above underlined part, ‘have been When we arrived at Jhansi station, we are
looking for a better job’ will be used because 'for + keeping our luggages in the cloak room.
time' makes it clear that the sentence is in present (a) are keeping our luggage
perfect continuous tense. (b) kept our luggages
Correct Sentence - (c) kept our luggage
I have been looking for a better job for the last two (d) No substitution
months, but nothing is in sight. SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
111. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans : (c) For the above underlined part, ‘kept our
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If luggage’ will be used because first clause is in past
no substitution is required, select No tense. Hence second clause will also be in past tense
improvement. and ‘luggage’ is used without ‘s/es.’
She read that novel since she got up in the Correct sentence– When we arrived at Jhansi station,
morning. we kept our luggage in the cloak room
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115. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 119. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No there is no need to Substitute it, select No
substitution' improvement.
He waits to you for about two hours. The minister promise to looked into the matter
(a) has waiting for you of fuel emissions and air pollution.
(b) No substitution (a) promise to looks into
(c) has been waiting you (b) No improvement
(d) has been waiting for you (c) promised to look into
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) (d) promises to looking at
Ans : (d) For the above underlined part, ‘has been SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
waiting for you’ will be used because ‘for + time’ Ans : (c) For the above underlined part, ‘promised to
makes it clear that the sentence is in present perfect look into’ will be used because first form of verb (V1) is
continuous tense. used after infintive ‘to’.
Correct sentence– He has been waiting for you for Infinitive = (to + v1) look into.
about two hours. Correct sentence– The minister promised to look into
116. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the matter of fuel emissions and air pollution.
the underlined segment. If no substitution is 120. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
required select 'No substitution'. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
His employees were asking him for a raise for a there is no need to substitute it, select No
long time now. improvment.
(a) are asking him of a raise After going through their brochure I has
(b) have been asking him for a raise decided to make a donation to help their
(c) No substitution campaign.
(d) asked him for a rise (a) I decided to make a donation to help
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) (b) No improvement
Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, ‘have been (c) I decided to make a donation for helping
asking him for a raise’ will be used because ‘for + time’ (d) I decided for making a donation to help
makes it clear that the sentence is in present perfect SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
continuous tense. Ans : (a) For the above underlined part, ‘I decided’
Correct Sentence– His employees have been asking will be used because given sentence will be in past
him for a raise for a long time now. indefinite tense according to the sense.
117. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct sentence -
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If After going through their brochure I decided to make a
there is no need to substitute it, select No donation to help their campaign.
improvement. 121. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
The children trying hardly and learnt the the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
poems. there is no need to substitute it, select No
(a) hardly tried (b) hardly trying improvement.
(c) tried hard (d) No improvement With each passing day he was going in more
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) trouble.
Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘tried hard’ will (a) he was getting into (b) he were going to
be used because sentence is in past tense. (c) he are getting in (d) No improvement
Correct Sentence - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III)
The children tried hard and learnt the poems. Ans : (a) For the above underlined part, ‘ he was getting
118. Select the most appropriate option to substitute into’ will be used because ‘get into something’ is used
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If to reach a particular condition. And the sentence is in
there is no need to substitute it, select No continuous form. Hence 'V1 + ing' will be used.
improvement. Correct sentence–With each passing day he was
Pedestrians is to be careful when crossing busy getting into more trouble.
roads. 122. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(a) need be caring when crossing the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(b) would care if they are crossing there is no need to substitute it, select No
(c) No improvement improvement.
(d) must be careful when crossing Women in traditional costumes welcoming a
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) foreign dignitaries.
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘must be (a) welcome to foreign dignitanes
careful when crossing’ will be used because ‘must’ is (b) No improvement
always used to express obligation. (c) welcomed the foreign dignitaries
Correct sentence– Pedestrians must be careful when (d) welcomes the foreigner dignitaries
crossing busy roads. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans : (c) For the above underlined part, ‘ welcomed the Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, ‘have pleasure
foreign dignitaries’ will be used because sentence is in will be used because ‘have’ is used for possession.
past tense according to the sense. Correct Sentence -
Correct Sentence- Women in traditional costumes We have pleasure in accepting your kind invitation.
welcomed the foreign dignitaries.
127. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
123. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select No there is no need to substitute it, select No
improvement improvement.
"I'm afraid I must left now", said the guest The government has ordered that all the
after the inaugural function was over. coaching centers without fire safety
(a) I'm afraid I has to be leaving now arrangements housing above the fourth floor
(b) I'm afraid I can left now be shut down immediately.
(c) No improvement (a) house up to the fourth floor
(d) I'm afraid I must leave now (b) housed above the fourth floor
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II) (c) No improvement
Ans : (d) For the above underlined part, ‘leave’ will be (d) housed over a fourth floor
used in place of ‘left’ because first form of verb (V1) is SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
used after modal ‘must’. Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, ‘housed above
Correct Sentence– the fourth floor’ will be used because ‘verb’ form is
“I'am afraid I must leave now” said; the guest after the required for the sentence.
inaugural function was over. Correct Sentence–
124. Select the most appropriate option to substitute The government has ordered that all the coaching
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If centers without fire safety arrangements housed above
there is no need to substitute it, select No the fourth floor be shut down immediately.
improvement. 128. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
I'm afraid I am not knowing how to swim so I the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
can't join you all that day. there is no need to substitute it, select No
(a) I'm afraid I do not know improvement.
(b) I are afraid I be not knowing
(c) I'm afraid I is not knowing The ceremony will following by tea and
(d) No improvement refreshments for the guests.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I) (a) No improvement (b) will followed by
(c) will be followed by (d) will follow with
Ans : (a) For the above underlined part, ‘I’m afraid I do
not know’ will be used because when ‘how + to + V1’ is SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
used then present indefinite tense is used in first clause Ans : (c) For the above underlined part, ‘will be
(before how to) followed by’ will be used because the given sentence is
in passive voice.
I am afraid I do not know how to swim so I can't join Subject + will/shall + be + verbIIIrd + by + object + other
↓ words.
present Indefinite sentence Correct sentence–The ceremony will be followed by
you all that day. tea and refreshments for the guests.
125. Identify the most appropriate option to 129. Identify the most appropriate option to
substitute the underlined segment. If no substitute the underlined segment. If no
substitution is required, select No substitution. substitution is required, select No substitution.
All the accident victims have been admitted By next week I will have been made all the
and received attention. reservations for the trip to Europe.
(a) and have received (b) but are receiving (a) will had make
(c) No substitution (d) so had received (b) will have been making
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II) (c) will have made
Ans : (a) For the above underlined part, ‘and have (d) No substitution.
received’ will be used because same part of speech is SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
used with ‘and’. Ans : (c) For the above underlined part, ‘will have
Correct sentence–
All the accident victims have been admitted and have made will be used because the sentence is in future
received attention. tense.
Structure- Sub. + shall/will + have + VIIIrd form + obj.
126. Identify the most appropriate option to
substitute the underlined segment. If no Correct sentence– By next week I will have made all
substitution is required, select No substitution. the reservations for the trip to Europe.
We are going to have pleasure in accepting 130. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
your kind invitation. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(a) We will have a pleasure there is no need to substitute it, select No
(b) We have pleasure improvement.
(c) We are having pleasure The Urban Art Commission has suggested that
(d) No substitution the landscape be developing by adding water
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I) fountains around the sculpture.
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(a) be developed with (b) to be developed by (a) had been senses (b) sensed
(c) No improvement (d) be developed by (c) No improvement (d) was sensed
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘be Ans. (b) :For the above underline part, ‘sensed’ will be
developed’ will be used because the clause is in used because verb (V2) form is needed here. Hence 'V2'
passive voice. Hence 'Be + V3' will be used. (Past indefinite) will be used.
Correct Sentence– Correct sentence–After walking a few steps in the
The Urban Art Commission has suggested that the forest, our guide sensed some sort of movement in the
landscape to be developed by adding water fountains foliage behind us.
around the sculptare. 135. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
131. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
there is no need to substitute it, select No improvement’.
improvement. The new product will be arrive on supermarket
Oh, what a lovely necklace! You need no buy shelves only next year.
such an expensive gift. (a) No improvement (b) will arrived on
(a) hadn't needed to buy (c) will arrive on (d) will arriving on
(b) needn't have bought SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
(c) No improvement Ans. (c) :For the above underlined part, ‘will arrive on’
(d) didn't need to buying will be used because the sentence is in simple future.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I) Hence 'will + V1' will be used.
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘needn’t have Correct sentence– The new product will arrive on
bought’ will be used because ‘needn’t have + V3’ is supermarket shelves only next year.
used when the action is done but it was not necessary 136. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
and even a waste of time. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct Sentence– Oh, what a lovely necklace! you there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
needn't have bought such an expensive gift. improvement'.
132. Select the most appropriate option to substitute For the last two years Shweta has being
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If diligently working with Rohingya refugees to
there is no need to substitute it, select No create colourul table mats using their local
improvement. weaving techniques.
I try to avoid travel in the rush hour. (a) have (b) have being
(a) to travel at (b) travelling in (c) has been (d) No improvement
(c) travelling on (d) No improvement SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘has been’
Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, ‘travelling in’ will be used because ‘for + time’ makes it clear that
will be used because gerund (V1+ ing) form is used after the sentence is in present perfect continuous tense.
‘avoid’ (v). Correct Sentence
Correct sentence– I try to avoid travelling in the rush For the last two years Shweta has been diligently
hour. working with Rohingya refugees to create colourul
133. Select the most appropriate option to substitute table mats using their local weaving techniques.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 137 Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
improvement'. there is no need to substitute it, select "No
When the actress comes to know that she was improvement'.
declared winner of the best actress award, her Swami Vivekanand's vast knowledge of
joy knew no bounds. Eastern and Western culture appealed to all
(a) No improvement (b) came to know those who come in contacts with him.
(c) was come to know (d) was knowing (a) No improvement
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) (b) who came in contact
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘came to know’ (c) that comes to contact
will be used because second clause of the sentence is in (d) which contact
past tense . Hence first clause will also be in past tense. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I)
correct sentence–When the actress came to know that Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘who came in
she was declared winner of the best actress award, her contact’ will be used because the sentence is in past
joy knew no bounds. tense. Hence 'V2' will be used.
134. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct sentence– Swami Vivekanand's vast
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If knowledge of Eastern and Western culture appealed to
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No all those who came in contact with him.
improvement’. 138. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
After walking a few steps in the forest, our the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
guide sensing some sort of movement in the there is no need to substitute it, select No
foliage behind us. improvement.
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''Did you tell your parents that you would 142. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
going for movie with me this evening?'' My the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
friend asked me. there is no need to substitute it, select No
(a) then you were being gone improvement .
(b) when you will going It is evident from current research that young
(c) this that you was going adults is more like to develop an interest in
(d) that you are going spoken English if there is a change in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) methodology.
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘That you are (a) are more likely (b) No Improvement
going’ will be used because the sentence is in direct (c) are more like (d) is more likely
form. Hence ‘Are’ will be used in place of ‘would’ SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Correct sentence–''Did you tell your parents that you Ans. (a) : For the above underline part, are more likely’
are going for movie with me this evening?'' My friend will be used because subject of the sentence is in plural
asked me. number. And 'likely' (adverb form) is needed here.
139. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct sentence– It is evident from current research
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If that young adults are more likely to develop an interest
there in no need to substitute it, No in spoken English if there is a change in methodology.
improvement 143. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
There is a double-digit growth in salaries of the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
vocational jobs now and the trend are likely to there is no need to substitute it, select No
continue in the coming years. improvement.
(a) No improvement I think you’d better paid online immediately as
(b) is likely for continuing you may not get time to visit the bank later on
(c) is likely to continue during the day.
(d) is likely to be continuing (a) you’d better pay
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) (b) No Improvement
Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, 'is likely to (c) you’d better paying
continue' will be used because subject of the sentence (d) you’d have better pay
is in singular number. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Correct sentence– There is a double-digit growth in Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part.’ You’d better
salaries of vocational jobs now and the trend is likely pay’ will be used because bare infinitive (without ‘to’)
to continue in the coming years. and first form of verb (V2) is used after ‘had better’.
140. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct sentence– I think you’d better pay online
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If immediately as you may not get time to visit the bank
there is no need to substitute it, select No, later on during the day.
improvement. 144. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Since it falls on the floor, her dog, a black the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Labrador, gulped the biscuit down. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
(a) As it have fallen improvement'.
(b) Because it is falling All the shops and restaurants have been closed
(c) No improvement during the bandh last Saturday.
(d) Since it fell (a) No improvement (b) are being closed
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) were closed (d) has been closed
Ans. (d) For the above underlined part, ‘since it fell will SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
be used because the given sentence is in past tense. Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘were closed’
Hence 'V2' will be used. will be used because use of 'last Saturday' makes it
Correct sentence– Since it fell on the floor, her dog, a clear that the sentence is in past tense.
black Labrador, gulped the biscuit down. Correct sentence–All the shope and restaurants were
141. Select the most appropriate option to substitute closed during the bandh last Saturday.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 145. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the is no need to substitute it, select No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
improvement. there is no need to substitute it, select No
There are too less space for Naveen to park his improvement.
car in front of the shop Gitanjali did not had school yesterday because
(a) was so few space (b) were too little space it was a second Saturday.
(c) No improvement (d) was too little space (a) does not have (b) No improvement
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) did not have (d) was not having
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘was too little SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I)
space’ will be used because sentence is in past tense Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘did not have’
and its subject (space) is singular. Hence ‘was’ will be will be used because first form of verb (have) is used
used. after 'did/do/does'.
Correct sentence– There was too little space for Correct sentence– Gitanjali did not have school
Naveen to park his car in front of the shop. yesterday because it was a second Saturday.
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146. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (b) : For the above bracketed part, ‘Proving to’
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If will be used because 'V1 + ing' is used after 'is/am/are'.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No Correct sentence– This rivalry is proving to be
improvement'. extremely beneficial for Indian badminton.
It is reported that everyday India witnessing 151. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
the death of over 2000 babies aged less that one
year. Yet, it would be a mistake to presume that ties
(a) India witness the death can so easily return to their pre-2015 strength,
(b) No improvement as the ground (had) shifted in too many ways
(c) India will be witness the death since then.
(d) India witnesses the death (a) have (b) has
(c) was (d) No improvement
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Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘India
witnesses the death’ will be used because the use of Ans : (b) For the above bracketed part, ‘has’ will be
'every-day' makes it clear that the given sentence is in used, because the given sentence is in present perfect
present tense. tense.
Correct sentence–It is reported that everyday India Correct sentence– Yet, it would be a mistake to
witnesses the death of over 2000 babies aged less that presume that ties can so easily return to their pre-2015
one year. strength, as the ground has shifted in too many ways
since then.
147. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 152. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No But she (win more) hearts for her gallant
improvement'. display of endurance.
Many attempts has been made to climb the (a) wined more (b) won more
Everest before Tenzing and Hillary succeeded. (c) wan more (d) No improvement
(a) have been made (b) had been made SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III)
(c) was made (d) No improvement Ans. (b) : For the above bracketed part, ‘won more’
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) will be used because sentence will be in past tense.
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘had been Correct sentence– But she won more hearts for her
made’ will be used because sentence in past perfect gallant display of endurance.
tense, the first complete work is used in past perfect 153. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
tense, and the later complete work in used in past Last month (he makes news with his) "go
indefinite. whistle" comment to the leaders over
Correct sentence– Many attempts had been made to outstanding dues.
climb the Everest before Tenzing and Hillary (a) he will make news with him
succeeded. (b) he made news with his
(c) he makes news with him
148. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. (d) No improvement
Now that the child rights commission has SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
(register) the case, it will go to the police for Ans. (b) : For the above bracketed part, ‘he made news
investigation, he said. with his’ will be used because use of 'last month’s'
(a) registered (b) registering makes it clear that the sentence is in past tense.
(c) will register (d) No improvement Correct sentence– Last month he made news with his
SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I) "go whistle" comment to the leaders over outstanding
Ans. (a) : For the above bracketed part, ‘registered’ will dues.
be used because 'has/have + V3' is used in Present 154. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
perfect tense. Sindhu's latest medal, to go with the Rio
Correct sentence– Now that the child rights Olympics silver last year, has clearly (took her
commission has registered the case, it will go to the past) Nehwal.
police for investigation, he said. (a) taking her past (b) takes her past
149. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. (c) taken her past (d) No improvement
It was a formidable challenge that they (offer) SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
going into the Glasgow championships. Ans. (c) : For the above bracket part, ‘taken her past’
(a) offered (b) offering will be used because 'third form of verb' is used after
(c) will offering (d) No improvement has/have/had.
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence– Sindhu's latest medal, to go with
Ans. (a) : For the above bracketed part, ‘offered’ will the Rio Olympics silver last year, has clearly taken her
be used because the given sentence is in past tense. past Nehwal.
Correct sentence– It was a formidable challenge that 155. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
they offered going into the Glasgow championships. For a change, performance and not political
150. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. expedience, (seem to have) dictated the nature
This rivalry is (prove to) be extremely and extent of the shuffle in the Council of
beneficial for Indian badminton. Ministers.
(a) to prove to (b) proving to (a) seemingly has (b) seems to have
(c) proving by (d) No improvement (c) seemed to (d) No improvement
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Ans. (b) : For the above bracketed part, ‘seems to 160. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
have’ will be used because the given sentence is in the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
present indefinite tense. Hence singular verb (V1 + there is no need to substitute it, select No
s/es) will be used. Improvement.
Correct sentence– For a change, performance and not The housing problem in Mumbai becomes
political expedience, seems to have dictated the nature more serious day by day.
and extent of the shuffle in the Council of Ministers. (a) No Improvement (b) become
156. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. (c) had become (d) is becoming
Raman (has all along being) equated with best SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III)
shooter among his peers. Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘is becoming’
(a) had all along been (b) had all along being will be used because use of ‘day by day’ makes it clear
(c) has all along been (d) No improvement that the sentence is in continuous tense.
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I) Correct Sentence– The housing problem in Mumbai
Ans : (a) For the above bracketed part, ‘had all along is becoming more serious day by day.
been’ will be used because the given sentence will be in 161. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
passive voice of past perfect tense. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct sentence–Raman had all along been equated there is no need to substitute it, select No
with best shooter among his peers. Improvement.
157. Select the most appropriate option to substitute The doctor has reassure me that the operation
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If was a routine one.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No (a) No Improvement (b) had reassured me
substitution required'. (c) is reassured me (d) reassure me
They couldn't find what they wanted and SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
decide to look elsewhere. Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘had
(a) No substitution required reassured me’ will be used because subordinate clause
(b) have decided to look is in past tense. Hence principal clause will also be in
(c) had decided looking past tense.
(d) decided to look Correct sentence– The doctor had reassured me that
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) the operation was a routine one.
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘decided to 162. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
look’ will be used because same part of speech (V) the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
connects with ‘and’. Hence V2 will be used. there is no need to substitute it, select No
Correct sentence– They couldn't find what they improvement.
wanted and decided to look elsewhere. The teacher expected the students had finishing
158. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the project on time.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (a) finishing (b) No improvement
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No (c) to finish (d) finish
substitution required'. SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
The government is set strict limits on public Ans. (c) : for the above underlined part, ‘ to finish’
spending this year. will be used because ‘object + infinitive (to + v1)’ is
(a) had been set
used after verbs 'ask, advise, allow, permit, teach,
(b) have set
(c) No substitution required imagine, expect etc'.
(d) has set Correct sentence– The teacher expected the students
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III) to finish the project on time.
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘has set’ will 163. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
be used because sentence is in present perfect tense. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct sentence–The government has set strict limits there is no need to substitute it, select No
on public spending this year. improvement.
159. Select the most appropriate option to substitute The student asked the teacher if he can come
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If in.
there is no need to substitute it, select No (a) No improvement (b) could come
improvement. (c) will come (d) can came
He lives in this remote colony since 2001. SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) has been living (b) continues to live Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘could come’
(c) have been living (d) No improvement will be used because reporting verb is in past tense .
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) Hence reported speech will also be in past tense.
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘has been Correct sentence–The student asked the teacher if he
living’ will be used because use of ‘since + time’ could come in.
makes it clear that the sentence is in present perfect 164. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
continuous tense. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct Sentence–He has been living in this remote there is no need to substitute it, select No
colony since 2001. improvement.
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Bhawna will visited the Eiffel Tower during Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘had been
her trip. living’ will be used because the given clause will be in
(a) will visit (b) will visiting past perfect continuous tense.
(c) would visiting (d) No improvement Correct sentence– He had been living in this house
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I) for the past fifteen years before he shifted abroad.
Ans : (a) For the above underlined part, ‘will visit will 169. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
be used because 'first form of verb' is used after modals the underlined segment. If there is no need to
will, shall can, could, may, might etc. substitute it, select No improvement
Modals –Can, could, shall, should, will, would, may, Sonia is learnt to play the guitar these days.
might, must, used (to), ought (to), need, dare etc. (a) was learning playing
Correct sentence–Bhawna will visit the Eiffel Tower (b) was learning to play
during her trip. (c) is learning to play
165. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (d) No improvement
the underlined segment. If there is no need to SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
substitute it, select No improvement.
Emperor Ashoka have conquered Kalinga Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘is learning to
before he embraced Buddhism. play’ will be used because use of ‘these days’ makes it
(a) had conquered (b) was conquering clear that the sentence will be in present continuous
(c) No improvement (d) has conquered tense.
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) Correct sentence–Sonia is learning to play the guitar
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘had these days.
conquered will be used because sentence is in past 170. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
perfect tense, first completed work is used in past the underlined segment. If there is no need to
perfect and later completed work is used in past substitute it, select No improvement
indefinite. Have you ever being by New York?
Correct Sentence –''Emperor Ashoka had conquered (a) No improvement (b) ever being at
Kalinga before he embraced Buddhism.'' (c) ever been to (d) never been with
166. Select the most appropriate option to substitute SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘ever been to’
there is no need to substitute it, select No will be used because 'V3 form of verb' is used after
improvement. has/have/had.
I had to reconsider my decision as going to Correct sentence–Have you ever been to New York?
Syria might been dangerous. 171. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(a) had to be (b) might have been the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) may have (d) No improvement there is no need to substitute it, select No
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) improvement.
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘might have Do you mind to lending me your umbrella?
been’ will be used because 'V3' form is used after (a) to lend me (b) lending me
‘might have’. (c) No improvement (d) lend me
Correct sentence– '' I had to reconsider my decision SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
as going to Syria might have been dangerous. Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘lending me’
167. Select the most appropriate option to substitute will be used because gerund form (V1 + ing) is used
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If after mind, enjoy, worth etc.
there is no need to substitute it, select No Correct sentence–Do you mind lending me your
improvement. umbrella?
A little carefulness can have averted the
accident. 172. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(a) can averted (b) could have averted the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) could have avert (d) No improvement there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) substitution required'.
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘could’ will She has decided on to do a Chinese language
be used because 'could have + V3' is used for course.
something that was possible in the past but that you (a) No substitution required (b) on doing
didn’t do it. (c) on to doing (d) to doing
Correct Sentence–''A little carefulness could have SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
averted the accident''. Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘on doing’
168. Select the most appropriate option to substitute will be used because gerund form (V1 + ing) is used
the underlined segment. If there is no need to after preposition.
substitute it, select No improvement. Correct sentence–She has decided on doing a Chinese
He is living in this house for the past fifteen language course.
years before he shifted abroad. 173. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(a) has been living (b) No improvement the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) had been living (d) was lived there is no need to substitute it, select option
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III) 'No substitution required'.
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The trainee hand a copy of his appointment 177. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
letter to the HR head. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(a) No substitution required there is no need to substitute it, select No
(b) handed over a copy Improvement.
(c) hand over the copy The inflation rate raised up 8% last month.
(d) handed of a copy (a) rose up (b) No Improvement
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) rise to (d) raise up
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘handed over SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III)
a copy’ will be used because past form of verb (V2) is Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘rose to’ will
needed according to the sense. be used because 'rose' (Past form of rise) is needed
Correct sentence–The trainee handed over a copy of according to the sense.
his appointment letter to the HR head. Correct sentence –The inflation rate rose up 8% last
174. Select the most appropriate option to substitute month.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 178. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
substitution required'. there is no need to substitute it, select No
For the past six months, she is searching for a improvement.
job. I will write to you when I will reach New Delhi.
(a) had been searching (a) I reach (b) I will be reaching
(b) No substitution required (c) I am reached (d) No improvement
(c) has searching SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) has been searching Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘I reach’ will
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) be used because of conditional sentence. Structure of
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘has been type I conditional is-
searching’ will be used because ‘for + time’ makes it Main clause (Future indefinite) , Subordinate clause
clear that the sentence is in present perfect continuous (If/when + Present + indefinite)
tense.
Correct sentence– For the past six months, she has If/When + Present Indefinite, Future Indefinite (main clause)
been searching for a job. Correct Sentence -
175. Select the most appropriate option to substitute I will write to you when I reach new Delhi.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 179. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
substitution required'. there is no need to substitute it, select No
The detectives searched the house from top to Improvement.
bottom, but find any sign of the stolen goods. My car broke off on my way to home.
(a) No substitution required (a) down (b) out
(b) while finding no sign (c) on (d) No improvement
(c) despite found any sign SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) but found no sign Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, Phrasal verb
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) ‘break down’ will be used. Hence ‘down’ will be used
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘but found no in place of ‘off’.
sign of’ will be used because first clause of the Correct Sentence–My car broke down on my way to
sentence is in past tense. Hence second clause will also home.
be in past tense. 180. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Correct sentence–The detectives searched the house the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
from top to bottom, but found no sign of the stolen there is no need to substitute it, select No
goods. Improvement.
176. Select the most appropriate option to substitute You need have brought your umbrella as it is a
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If cloudy day.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No (a) can have (b) could has
substitution required'. (c) should have (d) No Improvement
This training has intended to give people the SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II)
skills they need for a particular job. Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘should have’
(a) have intended to
will be used, because 'should' is used for advice or
(b) is intend towards
(c) No substitution required suggestion.
(d) is intended to Correct sentence– You Should have brought your
umbrella as it is a cloudy day.
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘is intended 181. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
to’ will be used because sentence will be in passive the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
voice of present indefinite tense. there is no need to substitute it, select No
Correct sentence - improvement.
This training is intended to give people the skills they Permit me to speak the truth and I have say it
need for a particular job. without any fear.
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(a) No improvement Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘judge will
(b) I had say it without any fear hear the case’ will be used because first form of the
(c) I shall said it without any fear verb(V1) is used after ‘will’.
(d) I will say it without any fear Correct Sentence
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II) The convict was informed that the judge will hear the
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘I will say’ case tomorrow.
will be used because second clause will be in 'future 186. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
indefinite tense. ' the underlined in the given sentence. If there is no
Correct Sentence–Permit me to speak the truth and I need to substitute it, select 'No improvement.
will say it without any fear. As you can see from my resume, I am working
182. Select the most appropriate option to substitute in Mumbai since 2016.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (a) I have been working in Mumbai since 2016
there is no need to substitute it, select No (b) I am working in Mumbai since 2016
improvement. (c) No improvement
The family had been without food for four (d) I am work in Mumbai since 2016
days. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) family are been (b) family is been
(c) family is being (d) No improvement Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘ I have been
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II) working in Mumbai since 2016’, will be used because
use of ‘since + time’ makes it clear that the sentence is
Ans. (d) : No improvement in perfect continuous tense.
183. Select the most appropriate option to substitute CORRECT SENTENCE–As you can see from my
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If resume, I have been working in Mumbai since 2016.
there is no need to substitute it, select No
187. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
improvement.
He is felt extremely unhappy yesterday because the underlined in the given sentence. If there is no
of the inordinate delay of the messenger. need to substitute it, select 'No improvement.
(a) No improvement In the interview held recently, I answer the
(b) He has feeling extremely unhappy yesterday question as best as I could.
(c) He have been feeling extremely unhappy (a) I answered the question as best as I can.
yesterday (b) I answer the question as best as I could.
(d) He was feeling extremely unhappy yesterday (c) I answered the question as best as I could.
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I) (d) No improvement
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘He was SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
feeling extremely unhappy’ will be used because use Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘I answered
of ‘yesterday’ makes it clear that the sentence is in past the question as best as I could’ will be used because
tense. use of ‘ held recently’ makes it clear that the sentence
Correct Sentence is in past tense.
He was feeling extremely unhappy yesterday because Correct Sentence -
of the inordinate delay of the messenger. In the interview held recently, I answered the question
184. Select the most appropriate option to substitute as best as I could.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 188. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
improvement. there is no need to substitute it, select No
The newly- launched mobile phone application improvement.
has been a great support for people in remote Tourists visiting Leh take home photos and
areas of the country. memories but leave back a mountains of waste.
(a) applications will been a great support (a) leave away (b) left back
(b) applications has been a great support (c) No improvement (d) leave behind
(c) No improvement SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) applications have been a great support Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part, ‘leave behind’
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I) will be used because it gives suitable meaning for the
Ans. (c) : No improvement. sentence.
185. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct Sentence–Tourists visiting Leh take home photos
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If and memories but leave behind a mountains of waste.
there is no need to substitute it, select No 189. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
improvement. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
The convict was informed that the judge will there is no need to substitute it, select No
heard the case tomorrow. Improvement
(a) judge hears a case When you go by rail, make sure taking the
(b) judge will hear the case express train that stops only at big stations.
(c) judge will hearing a case (a) make sure to taking (b) No improvement
(d) No improvement (c) make sure to take (d) making sure to take
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Ans. (c) : for the above underlined part ‘make sure to Ans. (b) : For the above given underlined part of the
take’ will be used because infinitive ‘to + V1’ is used sentence 'selling postage stamps' will be replaced by
after ‘make sure’. 'sell postage stamps' because this sequence is present
correct sentence–When you go by rail, make sure to Indefinite tense. Subject 'They' is plural so verb is also
take the express train that stops only at big stations. used plural (sell).
190. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Thus, the corrct answer is option (b)
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No 194. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
substitution' the underlined segment in the given sentence.
She give me everything I asked for. The syllabus designers has tried to address the
(a) Is giving me everything problem of time available for teaching.
(b) gave me everything (a) Have tried to address
(c) No improvement
(d) gave myself everything (b) Having tried to address
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Has tried addressing
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘gave me (d) has been tried to address
everything’ will be used because sentence is in past SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
tense. Ans. (a) : 'Have tried to address' is the most appropriate
Correct sentence–She gave me everything I asked for.
option to substitute the underlined segment in the given
191. Select the most appropriate option to substitute sentence 'has tried to address', because the subject of the
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No sentence designers is plural. Hence plural verb (have) is
substitution' used for it.
A study has shown that the use of mobile data According to the sense of the above sentence, the other
in India have increased 50 times over the last options do not give proper meaning.
three years Hence option (a) is correct answer.
(a) No improvement
(b) has increased 50 times 195. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) has been increased to 50 times the underlined segment in the given sentence.
(d) Is increasing 50 times The monitor of the class don't know the
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II) answer.
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘has (a) The class doesn't knew
increased 50 times’ will be used because subject (The (b) The class doesn't know
use of mobile data) is singular. Hence verb will be (c) The class didn't knew
singular.
Correct sentence–A study has shown that the use of (d) The class don't knew
mobile data in India has increased 50 times over the SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III)
last three years Ans. (b) : The underline segment in the given sentence,
192. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 'The class doesn't know' will be used because the
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If subject of the sentence is 'The monitor' (singular) so
there is no need to substitute it, select No according to the singular subject, 'does not' would be
substitution appropriate.
The football coach urged the team were give its
best to the final match. Hence option (b) is correct answer.
(a) No Improvement (b) That it give its best 196. Select the most appropriate option that can
(c) Try to give it best (d) To give its best substitute the underlined segment in the given
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II) sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part,’ to give its best’ select ‘No substitution’.
will be used because 'urge somebody to do something'
will be used. Honesty as well as discipline are required to
urge somebody to dosomething
succeed in life.
(a) is required to succeed in life
Correct sentence–The football coach urged the team
to give its best to the final match. (b) are requirement to succeed in life
(c) has required to succeed in life
B. Subject and Verb Agreement (d) No substitution
193. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
sentence is grammatically correct. Ans. (a) : The most appropriate option for the
They selling postage stamps at the corner store. underlined segment 'is required to succeed in life' will
(a) sold postal stamped be used in place of 'are required to succeed in life,
(b) sell postage stamps because when, subject is followed by words 'such as as
(c) No improvement well as', 'along with ', 'besides' are takes verb as per first
(d) sells postage stamps subject.
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197. Select the most appropriate option that can Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘could service’
substitute the underlined segment in the will be used because none is used for negative sense
following sentence. Hence ‘not’ will not be used.
The number of seats in the movie theatre were Correct sentence–None of the soldiers could survive
reduced to comply with the new social when trapped in the glacier.
distancing guidelines. 201. Select the most appropriate option to improve
(a) of the movie theatre were reduced the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(b) in the movie theatre are reduced there is no need to improve it, select 'No
(c) in the movie theatre was reduced Improvement required'.
(d) in the movie theatre were being reduced Fifty dollars are a high price to pay for this
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III) shirt.
(a) are the
Ans. (c) : The underlined segment of the sentence 'in (b) No improvement required
the movie theatre were reduced' need to be substituted (c) is a
with option (c) 'in the movie theatre was reduced' . (d) were a
Because 'The number of' is singular and always takes a SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
singular verb.
Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘is a’ will be
Correct Sentence
used because ‘fifty dollars’ is in singular form hence
The number of seats in the movie theatre was reduced to singular helping verb will be used.
comply with the new social distancing guidelines. Correct sentence –
198. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Fifty dollars is a high price to pay for this shirt.
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
202. Select the most appropriate option that can
sentence is grammatically correct.
substitute the underlined segment in the given
We keeps a horse, two cows, and six chickens. sentence.
(a) has keeps a (b) keep a People was empty out of the malls and roads.
(c) keeping a (d) No improvement (a) was emptying out of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II) (b) was emptying of
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'keep a horse' will be (c) were emptying of
used in place of 'keeps a horse' because Plural verb is (d) were emptying out of
used with plural subject (we). SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
Correct Sentence: Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘were
We keep a horse, two cows, and six chickens. emptying out of’ will be used because plural helping
199. Select the option that will improve the verb will be used with plural subject (people).
underlined part of the sentence. In case no Correct Sentence -
improvement is needed, select 'No People were emptying out of the malls and roads.
Improvement'.
203. Select the option that will improve the
Many battle was fought on the soil of India.
underlined part of the given sentence. In case
(a) Many a battle was (b) No Improvement no improvement is needed, select 'No
(c) Much battle was (d) Many battle were improvement required'.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II Many a man has succumbed to his temptations.
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘Many a battle (a) No improvement required
was’ will be used because ‘battle’ is not used in plural. (b) men has
Hence ‘Many a + singular noun + singular verb’ will be (c) a men has
used. (d) man has
many a + sin gular noun + singular verb SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
Correct sentence – Ans. (a) : No Improvement required
Many a battle was fought on the soil of India. Note:- "Many a + singular noun + singular verb
200. Select the most appropriate option to substitute structure follow’’
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 204. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
no substitution is required, select 'No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
substitution required'. there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
None of the soldiers did not survive when substitution required’.
trapped in the glacier. I wish I were listening to my parents.
(a) could survive (a) have listened
(b) had not survived (b) had listened
(c) could not survives (c) No substitution required
(d) No substitution required (d) am listening
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Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘had listened’ 208. Select the most appropriate option that can
will be used because past tense is used after ‘I wish’ for substitute the underlined segment in the given
the regret from the past. sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
Correct Sentence – select ‘No substitution required’.
I wish I had listened to my parents. The book are not owned by him.
(a) are not being owned
205. Select the option that will improve the (b) No substitution required
underlined part of the given sentence. In case (c) is not owned
no improvement is needed, select 'No (d) is not own
improvement required'.
SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
Although the waters may have receded, the
aftermath of one of the world's biggest natural Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘is not owned’
disaster had only just begun. will be used because ‘the book’ is singular noun. Hence
(a) the aftermath of one of the world's biggest singular verb will be used.
natural disasters Correct Sentence - The book is not owned by him.
(b) No improvement required 209. Select the option that will improve the
(c) the aftermath of one of the worlds' biggest underlined part of the given sentence. In case
natural disasters has no improvement is needed, select 'No
(d) the aftermath of one the worlds' biggest improvement required'.
natural disaster What fun is it to ride a rollercoaster with
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I friends!
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part ‘the aftermath (a) No improvement rquired
of one of the world’s biggest disasters’ will be used (b) it is for riding
because plural noun is used of ‘one of’. (c) is it riding
Correct Sentence – (d) it is to ride
Although the waters may have receded, the aftermath of SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III
the of the world's biggest natural disasters had only just Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘ it is to ride’
begun. will be used because sentence is exclamatory. Hence
206. Select the option that will improve the simple sentence structure (Sub + V) will be used.
underlined part of the given sentence. In case Correct sentence–
no improvement is needed, select 'No What fun it is to ride a rollercoaster with friends!
improvement required'. 210. Select the most appropriate option that can
Scientific discoveries is often result of hard substitute the underlined segment in the given
word by many people. sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
(a) No improvement required select ‘No substitution required’.
(b) is often resulting Tourism is one in the biggest businesses in the
(c) are often resulted world.
(d) are often the result (a) are one of the
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II (b) is one of the
Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part ‘are often the (c) are one in the
result’ will be used because its subject is plural. Hence (d) No substitution required
plural verb ‘are’ will be used. SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
Correct Sentence – Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘is one of the’
Scientific discoveries are often the result of hard work will be used because ‘one of the’ is a phrase Hence
by many people. ‘of’ will be used instead of 'in'.
Correct sentence - Tourism is one of the biggest
207. Select the most appropriate option that can businesses in the world.
substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, 211. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
select ‘No substitution required’. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
Wash and dry the raw mangoes, and use a fork
substitution'.
to prick it all over.
Neither the parents nor the child were happy
(a) for prick it all over about the result.
(b) to prick them all over (a) were happy with (b) was happy with
(c) No substitution required (c) No substitution (d) was happy for
(d) for all over pricking them SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II Ans. (b) : For the above underline part, ‘was happy
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part ‘to prick them with’ will be used because when two subjects connect
all over’ will be used because subject is plural. Hence with neither--------- nor, then verb is used according to
plural objective case ‘them’ will be used. later subject. Hence singular verb will be used.
Correct Sentence - Correct Sentence -
Wash and dry the raw mangoes, and use a fork to prick Neither the parents nor the child was happy with the
them all over. result.
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212. Select the most appropriate option to improve Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part ‘depend on’
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If will be used because plural verb is used for plural
there is no need to improve it, select 'No subject (Success and failure).
improvement'. Correct Sentence - Success and failure in life depend
Many a person are unable of distinguish right on how well a person uses his time.
from wrong. 217. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
(a) are capable of (b) No improvement The Centre’s bid to dispel the pall of gloom
(c) are unable to (d) is unable to over the economy (have been helped) in recent
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) weeks by a rating.
Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part, ‘is unable to’ (a) had been help (b) has been helped
will be used because singular verb is used after ‘many (c) have been helping (d) No improvement
a', and ‘to’ preposition is used with unable. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Correct Sentence- Ans. (b) For the above bracketed part, ‘has been
Many a person is unable to distinguish right from helped’ will be used because subject (The centre’s bid)
wrong. is singular. Hence singular verb will be used.
213. Select the alternative that will improve the Correct Sentence–
underlined part of the sentence in case there is The centre's bid to dispel the pall of gloom over the
no improvement select “No improvement”. economy has been helped in recent weeks by a rating.
You have to wear this uniform whether you 218. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
likes it or not. Without any exaggeration, the provision will
(a) whether you like it or not ensure that legislators (keep a voice) in
(b) whether you are liking it or not finalizing the terms and conditions of the
(c) No improvement agreement.
(d) Whether if you like it or not (a) have a voice (b) head a voice
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) lost a voice (d) No improvement
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part ‘whether you SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
like it or not’ will be used because plural verb is used Ans. (a) For the above bracketed part, ‘have a voice’
with plural subject (you). will be used because ‘have’ is used for possession and
Correct Sentence–You have to wear this uniform subject is plural hence helping verb will be in plural
whether you like it or not. form.
214. Select the alternative that will improve the Correct Sentence -
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is Without any exaggeration the provision will ensure that
no improvement select "No improvement". legislators have a voice in finalizing the terms and
All students has a dream to study in a good conditions of the agreement.
university. 219. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(a) have dream (b) No improvement the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) has dream (d) have a dream there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) substitution required’
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘have a Have either of you been to the planetarium
dream’ will be used because ‘all students’ is plural before?
subject. Hence plural verb ‘have’ will be used. (a) No substitution required
Correct Sentence - All students have a dream to study (b) Have everyone
(c) Has either
in a good university.
(d) Has both
215. Select the alternative that will improve the SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘Has either’
no improvement select "No improvement". will be used because either means ‘one’ or 'the other of
Many of my friends come to school by bus. two things'. Hence singular verb is used with it .
(a) Much of my friends Correct Sentence– Has either of you been to the
(b) Many who are friends planetarium before?
(c) No improvement
220. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) Many of all my friends the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
no substitution is required, select No
Ans. (c) : No improvement improvement.
216. Select the alternative that will improve the Knowing the particular things that motivate
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is each person help you add power to their
no improvement select "No improvement". motivation.
Success and failure in life depends on how well (a) No improvement
a person uses his time. (b) helps you add power
(a) depending upon (b) dependent on (c) help you to add power
(c) No improvement (d) depend on (d) help you adding power
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Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘helps you Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part ‘land is under
add power’ will be used because ‘each’ is used as pressure to raise’ will be used because subject is
singular subject. Hence singular verb will be used. singular . Hence singular verb will be used.
Correct sentence– Knowing the particular things that Correct Sentense–
motivate each person helps you add power to their The world's agricultural land is under pressure to raise
motivation. more and more crops.
221. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 225. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
If no substitution is required, select No there is no need to substitute it, select No
improvement. improvement.
Each of the guests were given a return gift. The children has had their dinner but the
(a) No improvement adults still have to eat.
(b) Each of the guests was given (a) No improvement
(b) have had their dinner
(c) Each guests were given (c) are have their dinner
(d) Each and every guest were given (d) is having the dinner
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘Each of the Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, ‘have had their
guests was given’ will be used because plural noun and dinner’ will be used because subject (‘the children’ is
singular verb is used with ‘Each of the’. plural . Hence Plural verb (have) will be used.
Correct sentence– Each of the guests was given a Correct sentence– The children have had their dinner
return gift. but the adults still have to eat.
222. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 226. Select the most appropriate option to
the underlined segment in the given sentence. substitution the underlined segment. If no
If no substitution is required, select No substitution is required select 'No substitution'.
improvement. This is one of the boldest economic reform that
How long you are living in this city? have ever been introduced.
(a) have you lived (b) are you been living (a) economic reforms that has ever
(c) are you live (d) No improvement (b) economic reforms that have ever
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) (c) No substitution
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘have you (d) economic reform that has ever
lived’ will be used because the given sentence will be SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
in present perfect tense. Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, ‘reforms’ will
Correct sentence– How long have you lived in this be used. Because Plural noun/Pronoun is used after
city? ‘one of the’.
223. Select the most appropriate option to substitute One of + plural noun + relative pronoun + plural verb
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Correct sentence– This is one of the boldest economic
no substitution is required, select No reforms that have ever been introduced.
improvement. 227. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
The India consensus study highlight a benefits the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
by adding domestic violence prevention there is no need to substitute it, select no
approaches to current government policy. improvement.
(a) highlights the benefits of adding In the park I happened to meet two of my
(b) No improvement father's friend who had known him for several
(c) highlight the benefits from added years.
(d) highlight a benefit in addition (a) No improvement
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I) (b) two of my father's friends
Ans : (a) For the above underlined part ‘highlights the (c) two friends of my fathers
benefits of adding’ will be used because subject is (d) two of my fathers friend
singular. Hence singular verb will be used. SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Correct Sentence– The India consensus study Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘two of my
highlights the benefits of adding domestic violence father’s friends’ will be used because plural noun is
prevention approaches to current government policy. used after ‘two’. Hence ‘friends’ will be used.
Correct sentence–In the park I happened to meet two
224. Select the most appropriate option to substitute of my father's friends who had known him for several
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If years.
no substitution is required, select No 228. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
improvement. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
The world's agricultural land are in pressure to there is no need to substitute it, select No
raising more and more crops. improvement.
(a) land is under pressure to raise If I does not pay my post-paid mobile bill by
(b) land is under pressure so raising tomorrow I will probably have to pay a fine.
(c) No improvement (a) If I had not paid (b) If I do not pay
(d) land is at pressure to raise (c) No improvement (d) If I has not paid
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Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, ‘If I do not Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘ the book’s
pay’ will be used because when second clause is in page seems’ will be used because subject (The book’s
future indefinite, first clause will be in present page) is singular. Hence singular verb will be used.
indefinite. Hence plural helping verb ‘do’ will be used. Correct Sentence- The book's page seems to have
Correct Sentence–If I do not pay my post-paid mobile been torn by someone.
bill by tomorrow, I will probably have to pay a fine 233. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
229. Identify the most appropriate option to the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
substitute the underlined segment. If no there is no need to substitute it, select 'NO
substitution is required, select No substitution. improvement'.
The commander of the ship as well as the crew She is tender-hearted by nature and I have
are caught by the storm. found her eyes moist many a times over the sad
(a) are caught in (b) is caught in face of any children.
(c) No substitution (d) are being caught by (a) many a time (b) No improvement
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II) (c) many time (d) so many a times
Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, ‘is caught in’ SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II)
will be used because its subject is singular. Hence Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘many a
singular verb ‘is’ will be used. time’ will be used because singular noun and singular
Note-When two subjects are connect with as well as, verb is used after ‘Many a’.
with, along with, then verb is used according to first Correct sentence–She is tender-hearted by nature and
subject. I have found her eyes moist many a time over the sad
Correct sentence–The commander of the ship as well face of any children.
as the crew is caught by the storm. 234. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
230. Identify the most appropriate option to The Home Department (have issued) separate
substitute the underlined segment. If no guidelines on the participation of children in
substitution is required, select No substitution. processions and public functions.
He persisted to do that he thought was right. (a) will issued (b) has issued
(a) for doing this which he thought (c) were issued (d) No improvement
(b) in doing what he thought SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
(c) No substitution
Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, 'has issued' will
(d) to do what he thinks
be used because subject is singular Hence singular verb
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
will be used.
Ans : (b) For the above underlined part, ‘in doing what Correct sentence– The Home Department has issued
he thought’ will be used because ‘in’ preposition is used separate guidelines on the participation of children in
with persist. And gerund form (V1+ ing) is used after processions and public functions.
prepositions.
Note- Persist in doing something 235. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Correct sentence– He persisted in doing what he The Finance Minister has acknowledged that
thought was right. the challenge before the government now (are
to workout) both policy and investment
231. Select the alternative that will improve the measures to boost momentum.
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is (a) were to work out (b) will to work out
no improvement select 'No improvement'. (c) is to work out (d) No improvement
Sidharth want to become a football player but SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II)
needs to practice more rigorously.
(a) No improvement Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘is to
(b) wants to become workout’ will be used because subject is singular.
(c) wanted becoming Hence singular verb will be used.
(d) is wanting to become Correct sentence– The Finance Minister has
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) acknowledged that the challenge before the
government now is to workout both policy and
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘wants to investment measures to boost momentum.
become’ will be used because subjects (Sidharth) is
singular Hence verb will be singular. 236. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Note- s/es is used to make singular form of verb the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct sentence– Sidharth wants to become a there is no need to substitute it, select No
football player but needs to practice more rigorously. improvement.
The city have not receive much rais for a week
232. Select the most appropriate option to substitute now.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (a) have not received (b) has not received
there is no need to substitute it, select No (c) No improvement (d) has not receive
improvement.
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
The book's page seem to have been torn by
someone. Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘has not
(a) No improvement received will be used because subject (The city) is
(b) The book's page seems singular Hence singular verb will be used and V3 form is
(c) The page of the book was seems used after has/have.
(d) The page of the book has seem Correct sentence-
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237. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 241. Select the most appropriate to substitute the
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If underline segment. If there is no need to
there is no need to substitute it, select No substitute it, select No improvement.
Improvement. One of the factor for her failure is the lack of
The father with his children were expected to concentration in studies.
attend the function.
(a) are (b) have (a) one of the factors (b) each of the factors
(c) No Improvement (d) was (c) one of a factor (d) No improvement
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC MTS–14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘was’ will be Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘one of the
used because when two subjects are connected 'with', factors' will be used because plural noun/pronoun and
'together with', 'as well as', then verb is used, according singular verb is used after ‘one of’.
to first subject. One of + plural noun + singular verb
Correct Sentence -
The father with his children was expected to attend the Correct sentence– One of the factors for her failure is
function. the lack of concentration in studies.
238. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 242. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined in the given sentence. If there is
there is no need to substitute it, select no no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution
substitution required required'.
More than 60% of India's population live The novels of Jane Austen give us a glimpse of
under the poverty line.
(a) lives beside the poverty line the world of women.
(b) no substitution required (a) has given the
(c) live by the poverty line (b) No substitution required
(d) lives below the poverty line (c) gave them the
SSC MTS–14/08/2019 (Shift-III) (d) gives us a
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘lives below SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
the poverty line’ will be used, because subject is Ans. (b) : No substitution required
singular. Hence singular verb will be used. 243. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Correct Sentence–
More than 60% of India's population lives below the the underlined in the given sentence. If there in
poverty line. no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution
239. Select the most appropriate option to substitute required'.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Scientific discoveries is often result of hard
there is no need to substitute it, select No work by many people.
improvement. (a) are resulted
The new traffic signals is not clear visible from (b) is resulted
a distance (c) are often a resulted
(a) No improvement (b) are not clearly (d) No substitution required
(c) is not clearly (d) are not clear SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘are often a
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part ‘are not resulted’ will be used because subject is plural. Hence
clearly’ will be used because subject is plural hence
plural verb will be used and adverb form ‘clearly’ will plural verb (are) will be used.
be used to modify visible (adjective). Correct Sentence–
Correct sentence - Scientific discoveries are often resulted of hard work
''The new traffic signals are not clearly visible from a by many people.
distance.'' 244. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
240. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select No
there is no need to substitute it, select No substitution
Improvement. Regular exercise lead to fitness of the body.
A study suggests that woman is good at (a) leads to fitness of the body
handling emotions than men.
(a) women is better (b) No improvement (b) will leads to fitness of the body
(c) woman are best (d) women are better (c) leading to fitness of the body
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) (d) No improvement
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘women are SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
better’ will be used because here, women are Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘leads to
compared to men and comparison is in same word. fitness of the body’ will be used because subject
Hence plural form (women) will be used. (Regular exercise ) is singular. Hence singular verb
Correct sentence - will be used.
A study suggests that women are better at handling Correct Sentence–
emotions than men. Regular exercise leads to fitness of the body.
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245. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (a) : For the underlined part, ‘would have gone’
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If will be used because sentence is conditional. Structure
there is no need to substitute it, select No of the conditional sentence is below-
improvement. If + Sub. + had + V3 + Obj., Sub. + would have + V3 +
Yesterday eleven coaches of a train headed for Obj.
Delhi was derailed at Vaishali district of Bihar. Correct Sentence -
(a) was derailed in (b) were derailed in If you had learned French, you would have gone to
(c) No improvement (d) were derail at Frence for studies.
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) 249. Select the most appropriate option to improve
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘were the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
derailed in’ will be used because subject is plural there is no need to improve it, 'No
Hence plural verb will be used. improvement required'.
Correct Sentence - You might spot a tiger in the Sariska reserve if
Yesterday eleven coaches of a train headed for Delhi you would be lucky.
were derailed in Vaishali district of Bihar. (a) if you are
246. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (b) if it was
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (c) then you are
there is no need to substitute it, select No (d) No improvement required
improvement. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
The furniture in this room are old and need to Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, 'if you are' will
be replaced. be used because sentence is in real condition.
(a) No improvement (b) is old and needs
(c) is old and need (d) are old and needing Present Indefinite
If + ,
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III) Condition
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘is old and 250. Select the option that will improve the
needs’ will be used because subject (the furniture) is underlined part of the given sentence. In case
singular. Hence singular verb will be used. no improvement is needed, select 'No
Correct Sentence - improvement required'.
The furniture in this room is old and need to be In his memoir, Attenborough said that, "Lisa
replaced. would have been 11 if she was with us today."
(a) Attenborough said that, "Lisa will have been
C. Conditional Sentence 11 if she were
(b) Attenborough said, "Lisa would have been 11
247. Select the most appropriate option that can if she were
substitute the underlined segment in the given (c) Attenborough said, "Lisa would have been 11
sentence. if she was
Hardly we had boarded the train when it (d) No improvement required
started to move. SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
(a) we are boarded (b) had we boarded
Ans. (b) : for the above underlined part, ‘Attenborough
(c) will we boarded (d) is we boarded said, "Lisa would have been 11 if she were" will be
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II) used because sentence is conditional. Structure of the
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate substitute the conditional sentence is below-
underlined segment in the given sentence 'we had If + sub + were, sub + would have + v3 + obj.
boarded' is option (b) 'had we boarded,' because these Correct Sentence –
sentence is past perfect tense and inversion is used with In his memoir, Attenborough said that, "Lisa would
pair confunction 'hardly/scarcely……when, have been 11 if she were with us
Inversion rules-
251. Select the option that will improve the
[Hardly/scarcely + had + subject + VIII + object + when underlined part of the given sentence. In case
+ other clause.] no improvement is needed, select 'No
Correct Sentence- improvement required'.
Hardly had we boarded the train when it started to Since he is strong, he is quite timid.
move. (a) Although
248. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (b) No improvement required
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (c) Because
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No (d) Besides
substitution'. SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
If you had learned French, you had gone to Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘Although’
France for studies. will be used because ‘Although’ is used to show
(a) would have gone (b) No substitution contrast sense.
(c) would go (d) will bo Correct sentence –
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I Although he is strong, he is quite timid.
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252. Select the option that will improve the Ans. (b) : for the above underlined part, ‘is polluted
underlined part of the given sentence. In case with’ will be used because when principal clause is in
no improvement is needed, select 'No future indefinite, then subordinate clause will be in
improvement required'. present indefinite tense.
Unless we sat in an incorrect posture, we may Correct sentence –
strain our back.
(a) Although we are sitting If the air is polluted with small particles, natural or
(b) Until we sit otherwise, the sunset will be more red.
(c) No improvement required 256. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) If we sit the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘if we sit’ will substitution required’.
be used because it gives suitable meaning for the Had I a rich person, I would share my wealth.
sentence. (a) were I (b) No substitution required
Correct Sentence- if we sit in an incorrect posture, we (c) I am (d) Had I been
may strain our back. SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part ‘were I’ will
253. Select the option that will improve the
underlined part of the given sentence. In case be used because of conditional sentence. Structure of
no improvement is needed, select 'No the conditional (II) is below-
improvement required'. If + V2/were form, sub + would/could + V1 form.
Father asked me that if I will accompany him If + were/V II from, would/could + V I from
to the park. were + subject, would/could+V I form
(a) whether I will
(b) No improvement required Correct Sentence–
(c) if I would Were I a rich person, I would share my wealth.
(d) that if I would 257. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans. (c) : For the above underline part, ‘if I would’ will there is no need to substitute it, select No
be used because the given sentence is in Conditional improvement.
hence ‘that’ will not be used and past form of will He has been solving this sum for a couple of
(would) will be used. hours but he did not solve it yet.
Correct sentence - (a) No improvement (b) has not solved it
Father asked me if I would accompany him to the park. (c) has not solve it (d) had not solved it
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
254. Select the most appropriate option that can Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘has not
substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, solved' will be used because sentence is in present
select 'No substitution required'. tense. Hence present perfect tense (has) will be used.
If that mango falls it has landed on your head. Correct sentence -
(a) No substitution required He has been solving this sum for a couple of hours but
(b) will land he has not solved it yet.
(c) was landing 258. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) is landing the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III there is no need to substitute it, select No
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, ‘will land’ will improvement.
be used because of conditional sentence. In these kinds There was a long queue at the post office and
of sentences, if ‘if clause’ is in present indefinite then by the time I have reached the counter I was
second clause will be in future indefinite. told the printer was not working.
Correct sentence:– If that mango falls it will land on (a) I reached the counter
your head. (b) No improvement
255. Select the most appropriate option that can (c) I reach the counter
substitute the underlined segment in the given (d) I am reaching the counter
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I)
select 'No substitution required'. Ans : (a) For the above underlined part, 'I reached the
If the air pollutes with small particles, natural counter' will be used because principle clause is in past
or otherwise, the sunset will be more red. tense. Hence subordinate clause will also be in past
(a) will be polluted with tense.
(b) is polluted with Correct Sentence -
(c) No substitution required There was a long queue at the post office and by the
(d) was polluted with time I reached the counter I was told the printer was not
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259. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part. It would
the underlined segment in the given sentnce. improve will be used because given sentence is
If no substitution is required, select No conditional sentence of past tense. Hence if + subject +
improvement. V2, subject + would + V1 structure will follow.
Scarcely had he gone out than a client came to Correct Sentence -
meet him. If you listened to the English news, It would improve
(a) he had gone out than your English.
(b) No improvement
(c) he had go out when 263. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) had he gone out when the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III) no substitution is required, select No
Ans : (d) For the above underlined part, ‘Had he gone out improvement.
when’ will be used because when is used with scarcely. If you park your car here, the traffic police has
Correct Sentence– fined you.
Scarcely had he gone out when a client came to meet (a) fine you (b) will fine you
him. (c) fined you (d) No improvement
260. Selected the most appropriate option to SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
substitute the underlined segment in the given Ans : (b) For the underlined part ‘ will fine you’ will be
sentence. used because the sentence is conditional sentence type-
If no substitution is required, select No I and its structure is .
improvement. If +Present Indefinite+ Future Indefinite
When we went to the cinema yesterday, the
film had already start. Correct Sentence -
(a) the film had already started If you park your car here, the traffic police will fine
(b) the film have already start you.
(c) No improvement 264. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) the film was already start the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) no substitution is required, select No
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, 'the film had improvement.
already started' will be used because 'V3' form is used If you join this job now, it proves to be good in
with had/has/ have. the long run.
Correct Sentence - (a) No improvement
When we went to the cinema yesterday, the film had (b) it has proved to be good
already started. (c) it proves good
261. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (d) it will prove to be good
the underlined segment in the given sentence. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
If no substitution is required, select No Ans : (d) For the underlined part “It will prove to be
improvement. good” will be used because it is conditional type-I
I am think that tomorrow I will take leave and sentence and its structure is-
stay at home. If +Present Indefinite+ Future Indefinite
(a) No improvement
(b) I was thinking that the next day I will be Correct Sentence–
taking If you join this job now, it will prove to be good in the
(c) I think that tomorrow I will take long run.
(d) I have thought that tomorrow I am taking 265. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, ‘ I think that no substitution is required, select No
tomorrow’ will be used because when subordinate improvement.
clause is in future indefinite then principle clause If I have money, I purchase this house.
should be in present indefinite tense. (a) I purchased (b) I will purchase
Correct Sentence– (c) No improvement (d) I have purchased
I think that tomorrow I will take leave and stay at SSC CGL (Tier-I)–04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
home. Ans. (b) : For the underlined part “I will purchase”
262. Select the most appropriate option to substitute will be used because-
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Note-
no substitution is required, select No
improvement. (i) If + Present Tense - will + verb1
If you listen to the English news, it improve (ii) If + Past Tense - would + verb1
your English. (iii) If + Past Perfect - would have + VIII
(a) it would improve (b) No improvement
(c) it improved (d) it is improving Correct Sentence -
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266. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (a) : For the underlined part “ had been doing”
the underlined segment. If no substitution is will be used because subordinate clause of the sentence
required select 'No substitution' is a conditional clause.
If I would have a degree from the university, I Correct Sentence -
would get a good job. My doctor knew that I would eventually recover and do
(a) No substitution the kind of work I had been doing before.
(b) If I had a degree 270. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) When I will have a degree the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(d) If I am having the degree there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) improvement'.
Ans : (b) For the underlined part “If I had a degree” While my parents talked to the visitor, I made
will be used because it is conditional Type – II sent and tea in the kitchen.
its structure is- (a) parents have talked (b) No improvement
If + past (V2 ) (had), would + verb1 (c) parents were talking (d) parents are talking
Correct sentence - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I)
If I had a degree from the university, I would get a good Ans. (c) : For the underlined part parents were talking
job. will be used because when two past actions are denote
267. Select the most appropriate option to substitute in a sentence. If you have gone then verb past
the underlined segment. If no substitution is continuous for the work that is already going on and
required select 'No substitution'. verb past for the work that is going to happen later is in
If you will bring a letter of introduction, I will the indefinite.
consider your request. Correct Sentence -
(a) If you bring While my parents were talking to the visitor, I made
(b) If you brings tea in the kitchen.
(c) If you will be bringing 271. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) No substitution the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) there is no need to substitute it, select No
Ans : (a) For the underlined part “if you bring” will be Improvement.
used because it is conditional type-I sentence and its When the little girl loses her doll, she began to
structure is- cry.
If +Present Indefinite+ Future Indefinite (a) loss her doll (b) No Improvement
Correct Sentence– (c) losing her doll (d) lost her doll
If you bring a letter of introduction, I will consider your SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
request. Ans. (d) : For the underlined part "Lost her doll"
268. Select the most appropriate option to substitute phrase will be used because the action of the principal
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If clause is in past tense 'began' (V2) Hence subordinate
there is no need to substitute it, select No. clause is also in past tense (last).
improvement. Correct Sentence–
She has been writing this novel for a year but When the little girl lost her doll, she began to cry.
she did not finish it yet. 272. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(a) had not finished it (b) has not finish it the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) No. improvement (d) has not finished it there is no need to substitute it, select No
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I) Improvement.
Ans : (d) For the underlined part “has not finished it” If he would tried he would have succeeded.
will be used because negative sentence of present (a) was tried (b) No Improvement
perfect is also used ‘yet’. (c) had tried (d) is tried
Correct Sentence - SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II)
She has been writing this novel for a year but she has Ans. (c) : For the underlined part ‘had tried’ will be
not finished it yet. used because given sentence is conditional sentence
269. Select the most appropriate option to substitute type – II and its structure is - IIIrd
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If If + sub + past perfect, sub + would have + v form
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No Correct Sentence - If he had tried he would have
improvement’. succeeded.
My doctor knew that I would eventually 273. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
recover and do the kind of work I would be the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
doing before. there is no need to substitute it, select No
(a) had been doing Improvement.
(b) would have been doing He did not like the novel, nor I did.
(c) would have done (a) nor did I (b) No Improvement
(d) No improvement (c) nor I like it (d) nor did I likes it
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Ans. (a) : For the underlined ‘nor did I’ will be used (a)hardly he entered
because nor is generally followed by rule of inversion. (b)hardly had he entered
Inversion is - putting the verb before the subject. (c)No improvement
(d)he hardly had entered
Correct Sentence– SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
He did not like the novel, nor did I. Ans. (b) : For the underlined part 'hardly had he
274. Select the most appropriate option to substitute entered' will be used because hardly, scarcely, no
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If sooner, when used in beginning of the sentence then
there is no need to substitute it, select No the method of inversion is applicable and the verb is
improvement. used before subject.
The meeting will start when the manager is Correct Sentence–Hardly had he entered the station,
arriving. when the train whistled.
(a) arrives (b) No improvement
(c) arrived (d) was arrived 278. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment. If there is no need to
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
substitute it, select No improvement.
Ans. (a) : For the underlined “arrives” will be used If I was you I would not sign the document.
because given sentence is conditional sentence type-I (a) No improvement (b) If I were you
and in which main clause is Simple future tense and (c) If I have been you (d) If I had been you
subordinate clause is simple present tense. It structure
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
is-
Ans. (b) : For the underlined part ‘If I were’ will be
If/when+ present Indefinite tense+Future Indefinite used because the subject of the sentence shows
Correct Sentence– imaginary situation and in Hypothetical sentence if
The meeting will start when the manager arrives. subject is singular or plural both situation were is used
275. Select the most appropriate option to substitute as a helping verb.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If If + were/II form of verb, would + V I form of verb
there is no need to substitute it, select No
improvement. Correct Sentence–
Her dance teacher have come twice a week but If I were you I would not sign the document.
there is no improvement in her dance.
(a) No improvement (b) will be coming D. Question Tag
(c) has been coming (d) were coming
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I) 279. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans : (c) For the underlined part teacher “has been there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
coming” will be used because when any action start in substitution'?
the past and continuous in the present in regular time CV Raman became famous when he got the
gap, the sentence used is Present Perfect continuous Nobel Prize, hadn't he?
tense. (a) didn't he (b) wasn't he
Correct Sentence– (c) isn't it (d) No substitution
Her dance teacher has been coming twice a week but
there is no improvement in her dance. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
276. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (a) : For the underlined part ‘didn’t he’ will be
the underlined segment. If there is no need to used because question tag of Negative sentence is
substitute it select No improvement. positive and question tag of positive sentence is
I will not be able to leave for home until my Negative.
boss arrived in the office. Correct sentence–CV Raman became famous when he
(a) untill my boss arrives at the office got the Nobel Prize, didn't he?
(b) No improvement 280. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) until my boss has arrive to the office the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(d) untill my boss is arrived in the office there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I) substitution'.
Ans. (a) : For the underlined part ‘arrives’ will be used You have booked your seats in the next flight,
because in the conditional sentence of future indefinite have you?
tense the clause stating the condition (which starts (a) did you (b) haven't you
with if, as if , until, unless) used in present indefinite (c) isn't it (d) No substitution
tense. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
Correct Sentence–I will not be able to leave for home
until my boss arrives in the office. Ans. (b) : For the underlined part ‘haven't’ you’ will be
used because question tag of positive sentence is
277. Select the most appropriate option to substitute negative and Negative sentence is positive.
the underlined segment. If there is no need to Correct Sentence -
substitute it, select No improvement.
Hardly he had entered the station, when the You have booked your seats in the next flight, haven't
train whistled. you?
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281. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 285. Select the option that will improve the
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If underlined part of the given sentence. In case
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No no improvement is needed, select 'No
substitution'. improvement required'.
He can't climb this tree, can't he? Your brother can't drive, is it ?
(a) No substitution (b) can he (a) No improvement required
(c) isn't it (d) couldn't he (b) couldn't he
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I (c) can he
Ans. (b) : question tag of Negative sentence is positive (d) will he
and positive sentence is negative. Hence for the SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I
underline part ‘Can he’ will be used. Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part 'can he' is used
282. Select the most appropriate option that can because question tag of 'can’t' is 'can'.
substitute the underlined segment in the given Correct Sentence-
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, Your brother can't drive, can he?
select ' No substitution required.'
I imagine you have learnt a valuble lesson from 286. Select the most appropriate option that can
this experience, didn't you? substitute the underlined sagment in the given
(a) Have you ? sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
select 'No substitution required'.
(b) No substitution required
They have decorated their house nicely, didn't
(c) did you?
they?
(d) Haven't you?
(a) No substitution required
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I
(b) have they
Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, 'didn't you' will be (c) haven't they
substituted by 'haven't you' because the question tag of
(d) did they
'you have' is 'haven't you' because sentence is in positive
hence question tag will be negative. SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
Hence option (d) is correct. Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part 'haven’t they'
will be used because question tag is used according to
283. Select the most appropriate option that can subject and helping verb.
substitute the underlined segment in the given Correct Sentence–
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
select ‘No substitution required’. They have decorated their house nicely, haven't they?
During foggy weather, flights are often 287. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
cancelled, isn’t it? the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(a) aren't they there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
(b) No substitution required substitution'.
You have locked the gate, isn't it?
(c) haven't they
(a) haven't you (b) did you
(d) do they (c) No substitution (d) have you
SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part “aren’t they” Ans. (a) : For the underlined part ‘haven’t you’ will be
will be used because question tag of 'are' is 'aren’t'. used because question tag of positive sentence is
Correct Sentence - negative. And pronoun of question tag used according
During foggy weather, flights are often cancelled, aren't to the subject of the sentence.
they ? Correct Sentence -
284. Select the option that will improve the You have locked the gate, haven't you.
underlined part of the given sentence. In case 288. Select the most appropriate option to improve
no improvement is needed, select 'No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
improvement required'. there is no need to improve it, select 'No
You are going abroad for studies, are you ? improvement'.
(a) No improvment required She is not ready for marriage, isn't it?
(a) No improvement (b) is it
(b) wasn't you
(c) isn't she (d) is she
(c) isn't it
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(d) aren't you
Ans. (d) : For the underlined part ‘is she’ will be used
SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I because question tag of negative sentence is positive.
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part aren’t you will And pronoun of question tag used according to the
be used because question tag of 'are' is 'are n't'. subject of the sentence.
Correct Sentence→ you are going abroad for studies, Correct Sentence - She is not ready for marriage, is
aren't you? she.
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289. Select the alternative that will improve the Ans : (b) For the underlined part 'can we' will be used
underlined part of the sentence in case there is because the given question tag is based on modal
no improvement select “No improvement". Auxiliary verb Negative sentence in of can so its
You have my mobile number, isn't it? question tag will be positive sentence since the verb of
(a) don’t you (b) No improvement the sentence is can then the question. (can + subject).
(c) do you (d) has you Correct Sentence–
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) We can't live without water, can we?
Ans. (a) : For the underlined part ‘don’t you’ will be 294. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
used because question tag is used according to the the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
helping of verb and subject of the sentence and the no substitution is required, select No
sentence is present indefinite helping verb do/does. improvement
Correct Sentence - You have my mobile number, You won't tell the secret, won't you?
don't you? (a) No improvement (b) would you
290. Select the alternative that will improve the (c) will you (d) isn't it
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
no improvement select "No improvement". Ans : (c) For the underlined part ‘will you’ will be used
"Let's go for a movie this weekend, shall we?" because won’t (Negative) is used in the sentence. Hence
(a) can't we? (b) No improvement question tag positive (will you) is used.
Correct Sentence -
(c) shan't we? (d) would we?
You won't tell the secret, will you?
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Ans. (b) : No improvement 295. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Note- 'Shall we' is the question tag of 'let'.
no substitution is required, select No
291. Select the most appropriate option to substitute improvement.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If They didn't see you, is it?
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No (a) no improvement (b) did they
substitution required'. (c) wasn't it (d) have they
She will have to go to another school when she SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
moves from here, has she? Ans. (b) : For the underlined part ‘did they’ will be
(a) hasn’t she (b) No substitution required used because the sentence and question tag is in same
(c) will she (d) won't she tense.
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) Correct Sentence–
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part ‘won’t she’ They didn't see you, did they?
will be used because question tag of positive sentence 296. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
is negative and negative sentence is positive. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct sentecne- there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
She will have to go to another school when she moves substitution'.
from here, won't she? The tree was uprooted by the storm last
292. Select the most appropriate option to substitute evening, isn't it?
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (a) didn't it (b) wasn't it
(c) was it (d) No substitution
no substitution is required, select No
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
improvement.
He came late, wasn't it? Ans : (b) For the underlined part ‘ wasn’t it’ will be
used because question tag of positive sentence is
(a) didn't he (b) did he
negative and verb use in same sentence.
(c) No improvement (d) isn't it
Correct Sentence–
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) The tree was uprooted by the storm last evening, wasn't
Ans : (a) For the above underlined part ‘didn’t he’ will it?
be used because given sentence is affirmative of past 297. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Indefinite tense. Hence its question tag is negative form the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
of part indefinite tense. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
Correct Sentence - substitution'
He came late, didn’t he? You have finished your work, have you?
293 Select the most appropriate option to substitute (a) haven't you (b) didn't you
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (c) No substitution (d) did you
no substitution is required, select No SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
improvement. Ans : (a) For the underlined part ‘ Haven’t you’ will be
We can't live without water, will we? used because question tag of affirmative sentence is
(a) won't we (b) can we negative.
(c) do we (d) No improvement Correct Sentence -
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) You have finished your work, haven't you?
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298. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If E. Article
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
improvement’. 303. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
We've had a long day. We should rest now, the segment in the given sentence. If there is no
shouldn't we? need to substitute it, select 'no substitution
(a) hadn’t we (b) haven't we required'.
(c) No improvement (d) won't we Chia is currently pursuing a (master's in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II) developmental studies in Netherlands).
Ans. (c) : No improvement (a) master's in developmental studies in the
299. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Netherlands.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (b) master's in developmental studies at
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No Netherlands
improvement'. (c) No substitution required
Avika understands French, does she?
(a) is she (b) No improvement (d) master's in developmental studies in the
(c) doesn't she (d) isn't Netherlands.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : For the underlined part “doesn’t she” will be Ans. (d) : The most appropriate option to substitute the
used because question tag of positive sentence is Segment is option (d) 'master's in developmental studies
negative since the sentence is in present indefinite so in the Nether lands' and article 'The' is used before
indefinite verb “does” is used. country name ' Netherlands' because it is a group of
Correct Sentence– many provinces.
Avika understands French, doesn't she? These, the correct answer is option (d).
300. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 304. Select the option that rectifies the underlined
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If part of the given sentence. In case no correction
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No is needed, select ‘Nocorrection required’.
improvement'.
The house has a garden in front, is it? Cinema provides the most universal
(a) No improvement (b) does it entertainment.
(c) hasn't it (d) isn't it (a) a universal
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) (b) more universal
Ans. (c) : for the underlined part “hasn’t It” will be (c) an universal
used because question tag of positive sentence is (d) No correction required
Negative and Negative sentence is positive. SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
Correct Sentence– Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'a universal' will be
The house has a garden in front, hasn't it.
used in place of underlined part 'the most universal
301. Select the most appropriate option to substitute because article 'the' and superlative degree 'most' is not
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If used with universal.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
improvement'. Correct Sentence -
She is quite capable of looking after herself, Cinema provides a universal entertainment.
aren't she? 305. Select the option that will improve the
(a) wasn't she (b) No improvement underlined part of the given sentence. In case
(c) isn't she (d) won't she no improvement is needed, select 'No
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II) improvement required'.
Ans. (c) : For the underlined part “isn’t she” will be The movie theatre is a excited place where
used because question is used according to the helping people can relax and enjoy the experience.
verb and subject of the sentence and question tag of
positive sentence is negative and negative sentence is (a) No improvement required
positive. (b) exciting
Correct Sentence - She is quite capable of looking (c) an exciting
after herself, isn't she? (d) the excited
302. Select the most appropriate option to substitute SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
the underlined segment. If there is no need to Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part 'an exciting'
substitute it, select No improvement will be used because indefinite article 'an' is used before
He does not tell lies, doesn't he ? vowel sound.
(a) does he (b) isn't he Correct Sentence-
(c) No improvement (d) didn't he
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II) The movie theatre is an exciting place Where people
Ans. (a) : For the underlined part “does he” will be can relax and enjoy the experience.
used because sentence is negative. Hence question tag 306. Select the most appropriate option that can
will be positive. substitute the underlined segment in the given
Correct Sentence– sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
He does not tell lies, does he ? select 'No substitution required'.
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Delhi is a most affected city by the virus Ans. (d) : For the underlined part ‘An apple a day’ will
nowadays. be used because before indefinite Noun, whose
(a) Delhi was a most affected pronunciation is a vowel sound, indefinite article ‘an’ is
(b) Delhi is the most affected used.
(c) No substitution required Correct Sentence -
(d) Delhi has a most affected An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
310. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part “Delhi is the the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
most affected” will be used because definite article
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
‘the’ is used before superlative degree “most”.
substitution'.
Correct sentence -
Rahul thinks that this is quite the cheap
Delhi is the most affected city by the virus Nowadays.
restaurant.
307. Select the most appropriate option that can (a) so a cheap (b) so the cheap
substitute the underlined segment in the given (c) No substitution (d) quite a cheap
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
select ‘No substitution required’.
Ans : (d) In the underlined Phrase for the indefinite
When news of the concert leaks out, there will
noun ‘restaurant’, it is appropriate to used indefinite
be a rush for the ticket.
article ‘a’ in place of define article ‘the’.
(a) the rush for the tickets
Correct Sentence–
(b) a rush for tickets Rahul thinks that this is quite a cheap restaurant.
(c) No substitution required 311. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) a rush for a ticket the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III there is no need to substitute it, select No
Ans. (b) : For the underlined part “a rush for ticket” improvement.
will be used because use of ticket in the sentence is in Durga is now the Executive Vice-President of
general sense. Hence definite article ‘the’ will not be the company with a responsibility to marketing
used. for the entire northern zone.
Correct sentence– When news of the concert leaks out, (a) with the responsibility of marketing
there will be a rush for tickets. (b) No improvement
308. Select the option that will improve the (c) with a responsibility by marketing
underlined part of the given sentences. In case (d) with responsibility from marketing
no improvement is needed select 'No SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II)
improvement required'. Ans : (a) For the underlined part ‘the and of’ will be
A need of an hour is to provide employment to used respectively because when two nouns are
the youth of the country.
(a) The need in an connected with ‘of’ then article ‘the’ is used before first
(b) The need of an Noun and to showing possession ‘of’ will be used.
(c) The need of the Hence the responsibility of marketing is appropriate.
(d) No improvement required Correct Sentence–
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I) Durga is now the Executive Vive-President of the
Ans. (c) : For the underlined part ‘the need of the’ will company with the responsibility of marketing for the
be used because the construction of the sentence is entire northern zone.
“Noun + Preposition + Noun” them article ‘the’ is used 312. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
before first Noun and in the sentence discuss about the underlined segment. If there is no need to
specific time period. Hence definite article ‘the’ will be
used. substitute it, select No improvement.
Note:- Definite article ‘the’ is used emphasize for the Bulbul is honest girl but she is also very rude.
sentence. (a) Bulbul is an honest girl
Correct Sentence - (b) Bulbul is very honest girl
The need of the hour is to provide employment to the (c) No improvement
youth of the country. (d) Bulbul is a honest girl
309. Select the most appropriate option to substitute SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Ans. (a) : For the underlined part “ Bulbul is an honest
no substitution is required, select 'No girl” will be used because article ‘an’ is used before
substitution'. vowel sound word (honest) because after this
The apple a day keeps the doctor away.
(a) No substitution (b) The apples a day indefinite noun (girl) is used.
(c) A apple a day (d) An apple a day Correct sentence–
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I) "Bulbul is an honest girl but she is also very rude.''
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316. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
F. Correct use of Pronoun, Choose ‘No improvement’ as an answer if the
Adjective & Adverb sentence is grammatically correct.
The teacher let the students choose there essay
313. Select the most appropriate option to substitute topics.
the bracketed segment in the given sentence. If (a) has choose their (b) No improvement
there is no need to substitute it, select 'no (c) choose their (d) chosen there
substitution required'.
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
(In fact, climbing fem is spreading so rapidly
that its) now the state's worst invasive weed. Ans. (c) : The underline part of the given sentence is –
(a) No substitution required 'choose there' which is grammatically incorrect, because
(b) In fact, climbing fern is spreading so rapidly possessive pronoun (their) is used before the noun
that it's (essay) in the place of 'there'.
(c) In fact, climbing fern is spread so rapidly that Hence, the correct option is (c).
is 317. Select the option that expresses the given
(d) In fact, climbing fern is spreading so rapid sentence in positive degree of comparison.
that it's She is the dullest child in the class.
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) (a) She is very duller in the class.
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate option to substitute the (b) No other child in the class is as dull as she.
bracketed segment in the given sentence is option (b) (c) In the class of all she is dull.
because 'that its' will be replaced by 'that it's'. Here it's (d) Dullest child in the class is she.
gives sense of it is, not possessive adjective (its).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in 'superlative degree;
314. Select the most appropriate option to substitute The positive degree of this sentence is option (b) 'No
the bracketed segment in the given sentence. If other child in the class is as dull as she'.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'no
substitution required'. Structure of 'superlative and positive degree' –
The unit twitched like a bird (preening it's Superlative– Sub + is/am/are + the + superlative
plumage and becomes motionless). adjective + others.
(a) No substitution required Possitive– No other + noun + is/am/are + as + positive
(b) preening its plumage and became motionless adj: + as + obj.
(c) to preen it's plumage and becomes motionless 318. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
(d) preening it's plumage while becoming Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
motionless sentence is grammatically correct.
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) The dessert was many sweet for my tastes.
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate option to substitute the (a) No improvement (b) too sweetly
bracketed segment is option (b) 'preening its plumage (c) too sweet (d) more sweeter
and became motionless' will be used in the place of SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
bracketed segment. The word 'twitched' indicated that Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the above sentence
past indefinite tense (S + V2 + O) so verb2 'became' will (Many sweet) is grammatically incorrect. The Correct
be used and pronoun it's changed into 'Possessive
option (c) 'too sweet' is used instead of 'many sweet'.
adjective' 'its'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Note– Many' is used before the 'countable noun'. Sweet
315. Select the word segment that substitutes is 'Uncountable noun' there for 'too' is used before the
(replaces) the bracketed word segment uncountable adjective.
correctly and completes the sentence 319. Select the most appropriate option that can
meaningfully. Select the option 'no correction substitute the underlined segment in the given
required if the sentence is correct as given. sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
The dessert was not just extremely hot but (also select 'No substitution'.
to sweet as well). The travelling gypsies wanted to display they're
(a) No correction required skilful antics to the crowd.
(b) also being too sweet (a) their skilful antics (b) there skilful antics
(c) Also too sweet (c) No substitution (d) dare skilful antics
(d) besides too sweet as well SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (a) : The underlined segment in the given
Ans. (c) : The bracketed word of the above sentence- sentence, 'their skilful antics' would be appropriate in
(also to sweet as well) has grammatically error, because place of 'they are skilful antics'. Because before noun
adverb ‘too’ is used, in the place of infinitive ‘to’ and (skilful antics), possessive adjective 'their' is used.
remove the ‘as well’. The correct sentence is– 'The travelling gypsies wanted
Thus, the correct segment is option (c) ‘Also too sweet’. to display their skilful antics to the crowd'.
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320. Select the most appropriate option that can Ans. (a) : In the above bracketed Part of the sentence '
substitute the underlined segment in the given 'Small leaks, especially' will be used in place of 'meagre
sentence. leaks, special' because it gives appropriate meaning.
I don’t think he can dance as wellest Elena.
324. Select the most appropriate option in the
(a) weller than (b) well than superlative degree that can substitute the
(c) as well as (d) wellest underlined segment in the givensentence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) This is the challenge task I have ever
Ans. (c) : The underlined segment of the above encountered.
sentence 'as wellest' is grammatically error. The correct (a) more challenging (b) much challenging
segment is option (c) 'as well as', because positive (c) challenging (d) most challenging
degree of comparison is used in the place of 'as wellest'.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
as +adj/adv. + as → positive degree
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'the most challenging'
Other options are not correct.
will be used in place of challenge because adjective
321. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. 'Challenging' is used to qualify noun 'Task' and
Choose ‘No improvement’ as an answer if superlative degree 'most' is used after article 'the'.
the sentence is grammatically correct. Correct Sentence -
The number of women working outside homes
has been steady increasing. This is the most challenging task I have ever
encountered.
(a) has been steadily (b) had been steadier
(c) No improvement (d) have been steady 325. Select the option that will improve the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) underlined part of the following sentence.
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part of the sentence He is taller and most handsome than his friend.
"has been steadily" will be used in place of "has been (a) very more (b) more
steady" because adverb (steadily) is needed to modify (c) the more (d) the most
verb (increasing). Hence steadily (adverb) will be used SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
in place of steady (adjective). Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'more' will be used in
Correct Sentence : place of underlined word 'most' because 'and' follow
The number of woman working outside homes has been same part of speech and than is used with comparative
steadily increasing. degree 'more'.
322. Select the options that will improve the Correct Sentence -
nderlined part of the sentence. In case no He is taller and more handsome than his friend.
improvement is needed, select 'No 326. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
improvement'.
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
But what of the young people whom are part of sentence is grammatically correct.
the cricket crowds, some of who are presumbly
born in England? Add more flour if the dough is too stickiest.
(a) who are part of the cricket crowds, some of (a) too stickier (b) too sticky
who are presumably born in England (c) No improvement (d) much stick
(b) No improvement SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) whom are part of he cricket crowds, some of Ans. (b) : In the above underlined part of the sentence
whom are presumably born in England ''too sticky'' will be used is place of ''too stickiest''
(d) who are part of the cricket crowds, some of because Positive degree adjective is used after 'too'
whom are presumably born in England Adverb while 'stickiest' is used as superlative degree.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II) Correct sentence-
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'who' will be used in Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
place of 'whom' and 'whom' will be used in place of 327. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
'who' because 'who' is used in subjective case while Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
'whom' is used in objective case. sentence is grammatically correct.
Correct Sentnce: But what of the young who are part The Blue House is practising it's songs for the
of the cricket crowds some of whom are presumably competition.
born in England. (a) No improvement (b) practised it's
323. Select the option that will improve the (c) practising its (d) practise its
(bracketed) part of the sentence. In case of no SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
improvement is needed, select the option 'No
improvement'. Ans. (c) : For the above Underlined Part of the sentence
Check all radiators for (meagre leaks, special) its will be used in place of it's because Possessive
round pipework connections. Adjective 'its' will be used before noun "songs" whereas
(a) small leaks, especially it's (subject + verb) short form of 'It + is' which is
(b) No improvement followed by verb or Adjective.
(c) modest leaks, specially Correct Sentence
(d) cramped leaks, specially The Blue House is practising its songs for the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) competition.
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328. Select the option that will improve the Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, ‘believe in yourself’
underlined part of the given sentence. In case will be used in place of ‘believe in you’ because the
no improvement is needed, select 'No reflexive pronoun is needed for the sentence.
improvement required'. Correct sentence–
I don't know why he is such secretly. If you want to win the race you need to believe in
(a) are so secretly yourself.
(b) No improvement required
(c) is many secretive 332. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) is so secretive the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II no substitution is required, select 'No
substitution'.
Ans. (d) : The underlined part of the above sentence, ‘is
so secretive’ will be used in place of ‘is such secretly’. You must be quite good acquainted with the
because Adverb ‘so’ is used in the sense of ‘showing terrain in this jungle.
excess/emphasis'. (a) well acquainted (b) No substitution
Correct Sentence – (c) better acquaints (d) best acquaint
I don't know why he is so secretive. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
329. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (a) : Since Acquainted is an 'Adjective', adverb is
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If needed to qualify an Adjective, therefore Adjective
no substitution is required, select 'No ‘Good’ is replace by an adverb “will”
substitution required'. 333. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
The examination was more simpler than I
expected it to be. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(a) much simpler no substitution is required, select 'No
(b) most simple substitution'.
(c) very simple Practising math sums in so many periods over
(d) No substitution required time is better than in long periods at a time, for
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I effective learning.
Ans. (a) : Since simple comparative degree is “simpler” (a) too much (b) much
and double comparative degree will not be used (c) No substitution (d) short
together in a sentence, so replace more simpler with SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
much simpler. Ans. (d) : For the underline part “short” will be used
Correct sentence–
The examination was much simpler than I expected it to because ‘many’ is used for countable Noun since A
be. time duration is being talk about in the sentence which
that would be uncountable . Hence short periods will be
330. Select the most appropriate option to improve used.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to improve it, select 'no Option (d) is correct
improvement required'. 334. There is an underlined segment in the given
Nobody was interested in the fish who Gopal sentence. Select the most appropriate option to
had cach from the river. substitute the segment. If there is no need to
(a) which Gopal had catch substitute it, select 'No substitution required'.
(b) no improvement required I like Rahane's style of batting more than
(c) who Gopal had caught Kohli.
(d) which Gopal had caught (a) No substitution required
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II (b) more from Kohli
Ans. (d) : For the underlined part “which Gopal had (c) more from Kohli's
caught” will be used because pronoun ‘which’ is used
(d) more than Kohli's
for inanimate and small living being while ‘who’ is
used for the living and V3 (cought) form will be used SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
after had. Ans. (d) : The comparison is always in like term i.e.
Correct sentence– Rahane’s batting style will be compared to Kohli’s
Nobody was interested in the fish which Gopal had batting style, so Apostrophe (‘s) will be used with
caught from the river. Kohli, so replace “More than kohli” with 'more than
331. The following sentence has been split into four Kohli’s'.
segments. Identify the segment that contains a Option (d) is correct
grammatical error. 335. Select the most appropriate option to improve
If you want to/win the race,/you need to/believe the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
in you. there is no need to improve it, select 'No
(a) you need to (b) believe in you improvement required'.
(c) If you want to (d) win the race He is no clever to make sound business
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(a) No improvement required 339. Select the most appropriate option that can
(b) not clever enough to make substitute the underlined segment in the given
(c) not clever to be making sentence.
(d) not enough clever to make Show me the better dress in the shop.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I (a) a better (b) the best
Ans. (b) : For the underlined part ‘not clever enough to (c) the good (d) a good
make’ will be used because it gives appropriate SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
meaning to the sentence. Ans. (b) : For the underlined part “ the best” will be
Note :- Enough (Adverb) is always used after Adjective used because superlative degree ‘best’ is used after ‘the’
to qualify them. whenever better is used in comparative degree.
Correct sentence– Correct sentence–
He is not clever enough to make sound business Show me the best dress in the shop.
decisions.
340. Select the most appropriate option that can
336. Select the most appropriate option to improve
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If substitute the undelined segment in the given
there is no need to improve it, select 'No sentence.
improvement required'. One should work hard than others to succeed.
He waves to me whoever he sees me at the (a) hardest that (b) harder than
window. (c) hard to (d) harder to
(a) No improvement required SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
(b) whenever Ans. (b) : For the underlined part “harder than” will be
(c) whatever used because comparative degree is used with than.
(d) wherever Note:- To make some adjectives comparative ‘more’ is
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I used before them
Ans. (b) :For the underlined part “whenever” will be Correct Sentence–
used because 'whoever' is a pronoun and “whenever” is One should work harder than others to succeed.
a conjunction which gives appropriate meaning to the
sentence. Because two clause connect with conjunction 341. Select the option that will improve the
not pronoun. underlined part of the given sentence.
He waves to me whenever he sees me at the window. Robin has less marbles than George.
(a) few marbles (b) lower marbles
337. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) fewer marbles (d) enough marbles
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
no substitution is required, select 'No SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
substitution'. Ans. (c) : For the underlined part “fewer” will be used
I've realised that working hard is the more because in countable sense “few” is used while “little”
important thing for me. is used in an countable sense.
(a) No substitution (b) the most important Little → Less → Least
(c) a much important (d) of more importance Few → Fewer → Fewest
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I Correct sentence–
Ans. (b) : For the underlined part “the most important” Robin has fewer marbles than George.
will be used because comparative degree is used to
compare two persons or thing whereas in the sentence 342. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
one among many things is choosing is being revealed. the underlined segment in the given sentence. if
Hence superlative degree will be used. there is no need to substitute it, select option
'No substitution required'.
338. Select the most appropriate option that can
Often it makes one wonder at the sights you
substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. see.
In order to win the competition, one has to be (a) one sees
creative. (b) No substitution required
(a) more creative (b) most creative (c) one see
(c) creativer (d) creativest (d) you saw
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (a) : For the underlined part “more creative” will Ans. (a) : For the underlined part “one sees” will be
be used because in the sense of ‘more than one” gives used because indefinite pronoun ‘one’ is used before
appropriate meaning. sentence . In case of singular pronoun ‘one’ singular
Correct sentence– verb “sees” will be used.
In order to win the competition, one has to be more Correct sentence___
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343. Select the option that will improve the 347. Select the most appropriate option to
underlined part of the given sentence. In case substitute the underlined segment in the given
no improvement is needed, select 'No sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
improvement required'. select 'No substitution required.'
He’s not so friendly like she is. Abraham also had one sister, of who not much
(a) so friendly that (b) No improvement required has been recorded.
(c) so friendly as (d) as friendly like (a) of what (b) of whose
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III (c) of whom (d) No substitution required
Ans. (c) : For the underlined part “so friendly as” will SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
be used because so….as is used.
Correct sentence- Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, option (c) 'of
He's not so friendly as she is. whom' will be used because objective form is always
used after prepositions.
344. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct Sentence–
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No Abraham also had one sister, of whom not much has
substitution required'. been recorded.
The old lady needed love and care beyond 348. Select the option that will improve the
money. underlined part of the given sentence. In case
(a) beside no improvement is needed, select 'No
(b) besides improvement required'.
(c) No substitution required These days, judging someone is easier then
(d) beneath respecting them.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I (a) is easier than
Ans. (b) :For the underlined part ‘besides’ will be used (b) is easiest than
because it gives appropriate meaning to the sentence. (c) is more easier then
The correct sentence will be – (d) No improvement required
The old lady needed love and care besides money. SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
Hence the correct answer is (b) Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, option (a) ‘is
345. Select the options that will improve the easier than’ will be used because ‘than’ is used with
underlined part of the sentence. In case no comparative degree.
improvement is needed, select 'No Correct Sentence –
improvement required'. These days, judging someone is easier than respecting
He stood up from their chair to signal the end them.
of the meeting.
(a) up from his 349. Select the option that will improve the
(b) upon of his underlined part of the given sentence. In case
(c) No improvement required no improvement is needed, select 'No
(d) below in their improvement required'.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I While travelling, one comes across the larger
Ans. (a) : For the underlined part “up from his” will be number of people.
used because ‘He’ is the subject of sentence and (a) the large number off
possessive pronoun of ‘he’ is ‘his’ and they is their. (b) No improvement required
Correct Sentence– (c) an larger number of
He stood up from his chair to signal the end of the (d) a large number of
meeting. SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
346. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, option (d) ‘a
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If large number of’ will be used because comparative form
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No is not needed for the sentence.
substitution required'. Correct Sentence –
Gel ingredients work well on waved, curled, While travelling, one comes across a large number of
relax and texture hair in the long run. people.
(a) relaxed and textured
(b) No substitution textured 350. Select the most appropriate option that can
(c) relaxed and texturing substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
(d) relaxing and textured select ‘No substitution required’.
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III I don’t have some money at all.
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, option (a) (a) No substitution required
relaxed and textured will be used because adjective
form (past participle) is needed. (b) few
Correct Sentence – (c) any
Gel ingredients work well on waved, curled, relaxed (d) little
and taxtured lair in the long run. SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, option (c) (a) No substitution required
‘any’ will be used because ‘Any’ is used for negative (b) Generally speak
sentence and ‘some’ is used for assertive sentence. (c) Generally spoken
Note - Positive Sense - some (d) Generally speaking
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Correct Sentence - Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, option (d)
I don't have any money at all. ‘Generally speaking” will be used because generally
351. Select the option that will improve the (adverb form) is needed for the sentence.
underlined part of the given sentence. In case Correct sentence -
no improvement is needed, select 'No Generally speaking, the great
improvement required'. discoverers were people with great courage.
He was too tired for walking anymore. 355. Select the option that will improve the
(a) very tired for walking underlined segment in the given sentence. In
(b) too tired to walk case no improvement is needed, select 'No
(c) to tired for walk improvement'
(d) No improvement required What a palace home!
SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III (a) pushy (b) palatial
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, option (b) too (c) palatable (d) No improvement
tired to walk will be used because 'too + adj./adverb + SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
to + V1' is used in these kinds of sentences. Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, option (b)
Too + Adjective / Adverb + To Infinitive 'palatial' will be used because adjective form is needed
Correct Sentence - He was too tired to walk anymore. for the sentence.
352. Select the most appropriate option that can Correct Sentence–What a palatial home!
substitute the underlined segment in the given 356. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
select ‘No substitution required’. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
The laptop that I bought last week works very substitution required.'
good. India has identified a nose-based vaccine
(a) No substitution required against covid-19 that could be a 'game-
(b) too good changer.'
(a) No substitution required
(c) very well (b) a nasal vaccine
(d) very nice (c) an aural vaccine
SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I (d) a sense-based vaccine
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‘very well’ will be used because adverb form (well) is Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, option (b) ‘a
used after adjective (very). nasal vaccine’ will be used because ‘vaccine’ is noun
Correct sentence– Hence adjective form (nasal) will be used before it.
The Laptop that I bought last week works very well. Correct Sentence - India has identified a nasal vaccine
353. Select the most appropriate option that can against covid-19 that could be a 'game-changer.'
substitute the underlined segment in the given 357. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
select‘No substitution required'. no substitution is required, select 'No
Wool and silk are materials those are the substitution'.
easiest to dye. The place is too much noisy.
(a) that are the easiest (a) No substitution
(b) that is easy (b) too noisy
(c) that are the easier (c) much noisy
(d) No substitution required
(d) much too much noisy
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SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, option (a) Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, option (b)
that are the easiest’ will be used because Pronoun ‘too noisy’ will be used because ‘much’ is superfluous.
‘that’ is used before superlative degree. Note:- Normally, Negative words is used after ‘too’.
Correct Sentence - Correct Sentence -
Wool and silk are materials that are the easiest to dye. The place is too noisy.
354. Select the most appropriate option that can 358. Select the option that will substitute the
substitute the underlined segment in the given underlined part of the given sentence. In case
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, no substitution is needed, select 'No
select 'No substitution required'. substitution rquired'.
General speaking, the great discoverers were When I met the couple yesterday I noticed that
people with great courage. the wife was more taller than her husband.
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(a) No substitution required Ans. (b) : For the above under part, option (b) ‘was a
(b) much tallest great classical’. Will be used because comparative
(c) much tall form is not needed for the sentence. Hence positive
(d) taller degree (great) will be used.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I) Correct Sentence– Kalidasa was a great classical
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘taller’ will be Sanskrit poet of India.
used because ‘more’ is superfluous and double
comparative is not used in a sentence. 363. Select the alternative that will improve the
Correct Sentence - underlined part of the sentence in case there is
When I met the couple yesterday I noticed that the wife no improvement select "No improvement".
was taller than her husband. Our cook puts too many salt in the food.
359. Select the most appropriate option to improve (a) No improvement (b) Putting too much
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (c) puts too much (d) puts very much
there is no need to improve it, select 'No SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
improvement'. Ans. (c) : For the above underlined part, option (C)
A hole is in my picket. ‘puts too much’ will be used because ‘much’ is used
(a) A hole are there (b) A hole there is with uncountable nouns and many is used with
(c) No improvement (d) There is a hole countable nouns.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Correct Sentence - Our cook puts too much salt in the
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, option (d) food.
‘there is a hole’ will be used because ‘there’ is used as 364. Select the alternative that will improve the
a introductory subject. underlined part of the sentence. In case there is
Correct Sentence - There is a hole in my pocket. no improvement select "No improvement".
360. Select the alternative that will improve the Mohan is a good actor but his brother is better
underlined part of the sentence in case there is than him :
no improvement select “No improvement”. (a) more better (b) quite better
Dinesh requested the lady at the counter to give
(c) No improvement (d) very better
him a seat besides the window.
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
(a) No improvement
(b) a seat beside the window Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the sentence, there is
(c) an seat beside a window no improvement.
(d) one seat besides the window Correct sentence-Mohan is a good actor but his
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm-5 pm) brother is better than him.
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined part, option (b) 'a 365. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
seat beside the window' will be used because ‘beside’ The company hopes to eventually provide
gives suitable meaning for the sentence.
Singapore with the second-biggest electric car-
Correct Sentence - Dinesh requested the lady at the
sharing service in the world, (second to Paris
counter to give him a seat beside the window.
only).
361. Select the alternative that will improve the
(a) second only to Paris
underlined part of the sentence in case there is
no improvement select “No improvement”. (b) second to only Paris
It has been raining very hardly since morning. (c) only second to Paris
(a) is been raining very hardly (d) No improvement
(b) No improvement SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
(c) have been raining very hardly Ans. (a) The bracket part of the given sentence, at the
(d) has been raining very hard place of ‘second to Paris only’, ‘second only to Paris’
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) will be grammatically correct because use of adverb
Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part, ‘has been (only) apply before the verb and after the noun in a
raining very hard’ will be used because adverb form sentence to modify the verb.
(hard) is needed for the sentence. Note:- The use of ‘only’ apply before noun It modifies
Correct Sentence - It has been raining very hard since same noun.
morning. Correct Sentence– The company hopes to eventually
362. Select the alternative that will improve the provide Singapore with the second-biggest electric car-
underlined part of the sentence in case there is sharing service in the world, (second only to Paris).
no improvement select “No improvement”. 366. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Kalidasa was a greater classical Sanskrit poet
of India. But understanding what constitutes such (a
(a) No improvement miracle diet), and making sure that patients get
(b) was a great classical it, isn’t as straightforward as it seems.
(c) was the greater classic (a) a miraculous diet (b) a miracling diet
(d) was a greatest classical (c) an miracling diet (d) No improvement
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Ans. (a) The bracketed part of the above sentence, At Ans. (b) : The underlined segment in the given
the place of ‘miracle diet’, ‘A miraculous diet’ will be sentence, in the place of ‘over his reaching’, ‘beyond
used because miraculous (Adjective) will be used his reach’ would be appropriate.
before diet (noun) Refers-: not close enough to be touched or picked up
Correct Sentence– by someone.
But understanding what constitutes such a miraculous Hence, The use of 'beyond' would be appropriate
diet, and making sure that patients get it, isn’t as Note:- We used ‘over’ to talk about movement or
straightforward as it seems. position at a higher level than something.
367. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. Correct Sentence–
The large mansion was beyond his reaching.
Expensive oil could hit consumption and public
investment and dent private investment (what 371. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
is not a path) to a sustained revival. the underlined segment in the given sentence.
(a) who is not a path (b) whom is not a path If no substitution is required, select No
(c) which is not a path (d) No improvement improvement.
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 Meera has a friend who parents live in Dubai.
(a) have a friend whom parents live
Ans. (c) The bracketed part of the given sentence , At (b) No improvement
the place of ‘what’, ‘which’ will be used as a relative (c) has a friend whose parents live
pronoun. (d) has a friend which parents live
For Living things – will be used 'who' and for non- SSC CGL (Tier-I)–13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
living things- ‘which’ as a relative pronoun.
Ans (c) : For the underlined part, 'has a friend whose
Correct Sentence - parent live' will be used because here possessive
Expensive oil could hit consumption and public adjective (whose) is needed.
investment and dent private investment which is not a Correct Sentence-
path to a sustained revival. Meera has a friend whose parents live in Dubai.
368. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. 372. Select the most appropriate option to
Whatever said and done, (not less vital) is the substitution the underlined segment in the
future of the border separating Northern given sentence. If no substitution is required,
Ireland from the Irish Republic. select No improvement.
(a) any less vital (b) more less vita l Some agitating miners allegation that there is
(c) no less vital (d) No improvement no emergency measures inside the mines.
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (a) miners allege that there is
Ans. (c) The bracketed part of above sentence, at the place (b) miner's allegation that there are
of ‘not less vital’, ‘no less vital’ will be used because for (c) miners alleged that there were
modifying of an adjective (less) ‘no’ will be used. (d) No improvement
Correct Sentence–Whatever said and done, no less SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II)
vital is the future of the border separating Northern Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the above sentence, in
Ireland from the Irish Republic. place of 'miners allegation that there is, 'miners alleged
369. Select the most appropriate option to substitute that there were' would be used because sentence, is in
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If past tense.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No Hence ‘verb’ would be used in past tense and in place
substitution required'. of ‘allegation (noun),’ alleged (adj.) is required.
That tree fell down yesterday narrowly miss Correct Sentence–
my car. Some agitating miners alleged that there were no
(a) narrowed missing emergency measures inside the mines.
(b) narrowly missed 373. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) No substitution required the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(d) narrowly missing no substitution is required, select No
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) improvement.
Ans. (d) : The underlined segment in the given sentence, He made a desperate but also partial successful
in the place of ‘narrowly miss’, 'narrowly missing' would effort to change the ghastly topic.
be appropriate because here the adjective form of miss, (a) No improvement
missing (V+ ing) will be used. (b) but partially successful effort
Correct Sentence– (c) though part successful effort
That tree fell down yesterday narrowly missing my car. (d) yet also partial successful effort
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
370. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Ans. (b) : The underlined segment in the given
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No sentence, in place of ‘but also partial successful’, ‘but
substitution required’. partially successful’ would be appropriate because
The large mansion was over his reaching . partially (Adverb) modify successful (Adjective).
(a) away from reaching Note:- ‘but also’ is used in the following structure.
(b) beyond his reach not only ......... but also
(c) No substitution required Correct Sentence–
(d) above his reaching He made a desperate but partially successful effort to
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) change the ghastly topic.
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374. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, in place of the
the underlined segment in the given sentences. underlined part ‘that’, the use of ‘those’ would be
If no substitution is required, select no appropriate because in given sentence ‘students’ will be
improvement. used in plural number. Hence the use of plural pronoun
A reason why there are so much misconception ‘those’ would be appropriate.
on dyslexia could be the sheer invisibility of the Correct Sentence–The teacher said that all those
disorder. students who did not complete the task in the given
(a) there are so much misconceptions against time should attempt it again.
dyslexia 378. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(b) there are so many misconceptions about the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
dyslexia there is one need to substitute it, select 'No
(c) there are so many misconception around improvement'.
dyslexia The Arabian Sea region is very important for
(d) No improvement India as several major ports are locating there.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) (a) have been locating (b) No improvement
Ans : (b) In the given sentence of the underlined part, in (c) was locating (d) are located
the place of ‘there are so much misconception on SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I)
dyslexia, ‘there are so many misconceptions about Ans. (d) : The underlined segment in the given
dyslexia’ would be appropriate because here sentence, in place of ‘are locating’. ‘are located’ would
misconception is used as a countable noun’ Hence be appropriate because here 'located' is used as 'past
countable adjective ‘many’ will be used. participle.'
Correct Sentence– Correct Sentence–
A reason why there are so many misconceptions about The Arabian Sea region is very important for India as
dyslexia could be the sheer invisibility of the disorder. several major ports are located there.
375. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 379. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment. if no substitution is the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
required select 'No substitution' there is no need to substitue it, select No
The assignment was so difficult for Mohit to do improvement.
on his own. The film by itself was good but the bit long.
(a) was too difficult than I had expected.
(b) was so much difficult (a) a bit long (b) the bit longer
(c) were so difficult (c) a bit longer (d) No improvement
(d) No substitution SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the above sentence
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence of the underlined part 'the bit long' will be replaced by ‘a bit longer’ because
'was too diffucult' will be used because 'too.....to' is in the sentence, the use of ‘bit’ is used as indefinite
used in negative sense. sense.
Correct Sentence– Hence It is clear before it, the use of indefinite article
The assignment was too difficult for Mohit to do on his ‘A’ will be used. And the use of ‘than’ in the sentence
own. is used for longer (Comparative degree).
376. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct Sentence–
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If The film by itself was good but a bit longer than I had
there is no need to substitute it, select No expected.
improvement. 380. Select the most appropriate option to substiute
There is a lot of confusion among students due the underlined segement in the given sentence.
to recent changes in the examination pattern. If there is no need to substitute it, select No
(a) allot of (b) a lots of improvement.
(c) No improvement (d) the lots of This is a class who is expected to do
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) exceptionally well in the quiz next week.
Ans. (c) : The underlined segment in the given (a) which is expected to do
sentence, there is no need to substitute it. (b) No improvement.
(c) that is expecting to done
377. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) which are expecting to be doing
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
improvement’. Ans. (a) The underlined segment in the given sentence,
The teacher said that all that students who did in place of ‘who is expected to do’, ‘which is expected
not complete the task in the given time should to do’ would be used because the use of relative
attempt it again. pronoun ‘which’ is used as a non-living.
(a) No improvement (b) those Correct Sentence–
(c) this (d) them This is a class which is expected to do exceptionally
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I) well in the quiz next week.
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381. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (a) : In The underlined part of the given sentence,
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If in place of ‘only me can’, The use of ‘only I can’ will
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No be appropriate because the pronoun of the subjective
improvement'. case is used as the subject in the sentence.
Doctors at the AIIMS trauma Centre managed Hence in place of objective case ‘me’ the use of
to save the life of 12 year old archer Shivangini, subjective case ‘I’ will be used.
whose were struck by an arrow in the neck Correct Sentence–
during a practice session. Only I can solve the problem.
(a) No improvement (b) who was striked 385. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) which was struck (d) who was struck the underlined segment. If there is no need to
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II) substitute it, select No improvement.
Ans. (d) : In place of the underlined segment of the Whom you think, will be selected as the Head
above sentence. ‘Whose were struck’, ‘who was Boy of the school ?
struck’ would be used, because for persons as a subject (a) which you thought (b) who do you think
relative pronoun ‘who’ would be appropriate. Whereas (c) whom you thinking (d) No improvement
whose is used in objective case and ‘Shivangini’ for SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II)
singular noun, ‘was’ is appropriate. Ans. (b) : In the underlined part of the given sentence,
Correct Sentence- in place of ‘whom you think’, ‘who do you think’ will
Doctors at the AIIMS trauma Centre managed to save be used because according to the sense of sentence, a
the life of 12 year old archer Shivangini who was subject is needed here.
struck by an arrow in the neck during a practice Correct sentence -
session. ‘Who do you think, will be selected as the Head Boy
382. Select the most appropriate option to substitute of the school ?
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 386. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select No the underlined segment. If there is no need to
Improvement. substitute it, select No improvement
Luckily we have got the few minutes to spare. I had first gone to Srinagar with mine family in
(a) a little (b) No Improvement 1961.
(c) a few (d) quite few (a) along my family (b) with my family
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) along mine family (d) No improvement
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the given sentence, in
place of ‘the few’, the use of ‘A few’ will be used. Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the given sentence, in
The meaning of the other options- place of ‘mine’ the use of possessive adjective ‘my’
will be used because my (adjective) is used to describe
Few -: Negative sense
the specialty of family (noun).
A Few -: Affirmative sense Correct Sentence–
Note:- In countable sense, Few, a Few, the Few are I had first gone to Srinagar with my family in 1961.
used whereas In uncountable sense- little, a little and
the little are used. 387. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Correct sentence - the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Luckily we have got a few minutes to spare. there is no need to substitute it, select No
improvement.
383. Select the most appropriate option to substitute The fire spread through the building very
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If quick but fortunately nobody was injured.
there is no need to substitute it, select No (a) spreads through the building quickly
improvement. (b) spread through the building very quickly
In a recession-hit economy, automobiles is the (c) spreading through building very quick
mostly affected sector. (d) No improvement
(a) is the most (b) are the mostly SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) No improvement (d) are the most Ans. (b) : ‘Very quickly’ will be used instead of ‘very
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III) quick’, the underlined part of the given sentence
Ans. (a) : The underlined part in the given sentence, in because the use of an adverb (quickly) is appropriate
place of ‘mostly’ (Adverb). The use of ‘most’ (Adjective) here, not an Adjective (quick).
will be appropriate because here the use of adjective is Correct sentence -
appropriate, not adverb. The fire spread through the building very quickly but
Correct Sentence - fortunately nobody was injured.
In a recession-hit economy, automobiles is the most 388. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
affected sector. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
384. Select the most appropriate option to substitute there is no need to substitute it, select No
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Improvement.
there is no need to substitute it, select No It is danger to cross the road unmindfully.
Improvement. (a) It is dangerous
Only me can solve the problem. (b) It is full of dangerous
(a) Only I can (b) Me can only (c) There is danger
(c) No Improvement (d) Only me could (d) No Improvement
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Ans. (a) : The underlined part of the given sentence, in 392. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
place of ‘It is danger,’ the use of ‘It is dangerous’ will the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
be appropriate because according to sense here, the use there is no need to substitute it, select No
of adjective (dangerous) is appropriate, not noun improvement.
(danger). The questions are so simple that a child can
Correct Sentence - It is dangerous to cross the road
unmindfully. understand it.
389. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (a) can understand them
the underlined in the given sentence. If there is (b) No improvement
no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution (c) is understanding them
required'. (d) can understand this
The eighteenth century saw the middle classes SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III)
becoming most prosperous. Ans. (a) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
(a) No substitution required in place of ‘can understand it,’ the use of ‘can
(b) being more than
(c) become more understand them’ will be appropriate because the
(d) became most ‘questions’ is plural subject for which the use of plural
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III) object ‘them’ would be oppropriate.
Ans. (c) : In the underlined part of given sentence, in Correct Sentence-
place of ‘becoming most’, ‘become more’ will be used The questions are so simple that a child can understand
because comparative degree is needed according to the them.
sense of sentence.
Correct Sentence– G. Conjunction
The eighteenth century saw the middle classes become
more prosperous. 393. Select the most appropriate option that can
390. Select the most appropriate option to substitute substitute the underlined segment in the given
the underlined in the given sentence. If there in sentence.
no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution
required'. I asked Rita that how far her school was.
When a plastic comb is rubbed with dry hair, (a) How far her school is
they acquired a static charge. (b) That how her school is
(a) No substitution required (c) Then how far her school was
(b) it acquired (d) How far her school was
(c) they acquire an
(d) it acquires a SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : In the underlined part of the above sentence
Ans. (d) : Here, it would be appropriate to use ‘it 'how far her school was' will be used instead of 'that
acquires a’, instead of ‘ they acquired a’ because the how far her school was'. Because the given sentence is
sentence should be in present tense and pronoun 'it' is in indirect speech of interrogative sentence and while
used for non living thing. Given sentence is zero changing interrogative sentence into direct speech. Wh
conditional sentence, whose structure is as follows-
word is used as a conjunction in place of 'that'.
If / when + Present Indefinite+Present Indefinite
Correct sentence-
Correct Sentence– I asked Rita how far her school was.
When a plastic comb is rubbed with dry hair, it
acquires a static charge. 394. Select the most appropraite option to substitute
391. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If The secretary to my boss is very efficient as he
there is no need to substitute it, select No not only gives him the required information
Improvement and also handles correspondence
Meeting my teacher after ten years was an independently.
unforgotten moment that I will always
treasure. (a) but also hanldes
(a) a forgotten moment (b) yet also handles
(b) an unforgettable moment (c) along with also handles
(c) the unforgettable moment (d) not also hanldes
(d) No improvement
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : The underlined segment in the given Ans. (a) : The most appropriate substitute for the
sentence, in place of ‘unforgotten moment’, underlined segment in the above given sentence 'and
'unforgettable moment' will be used because It is also handles' is gramatically error. The correct segment
appropriate to use ‘unforgettable’ (adjective) to is 'but also handles.' Because 'not only but also' is used
describe the moment (noun). as a conjuction.
Correct Sentence–
Meeting my teacher after ten years was an Not only..........but also conjunction.
unforgettable moment that I will always treasure. Thus, the correct answer is option (a).

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395. Select the option that will improve the 399. Select the option that will improve the
underlined part of the sentence. In case no underlined part of the given sentence. In case
improvement is needed, select 'No no improvement is needed, select 'No
improvement'. improvement required'.
Keep him at arm's length lest you may not Banning food and beverages is not desirable
repent in the long run. nor feasible in a civilized society.
(a) or you may no (b) No Improvement
(a) neither
(c) unless you may (d) lest you should
(b) No improvement required
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
(c) none
Ans. (d) : The underlined part of the above sentence, in
place of ‘may’, ‘should’ will be used. Because ‘should’ (d) nor
always is used after ‘lest’. SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
Correct sentence– Ans. (a) : In the underlined part of the above sentence,
Keep him at arm's length lest you should not repent in ‘Neither’ will be used in place of ‘not’. Because the
the long run. following structure is used in it.
396. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Neither ---------------nor
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Either ---------------or
no substitution is required, select 'No Correct Sentence–
substitution'. Banning food and beverages is neither desirable nor
Are you trying to say that you are stupid so feasible in a civilized society.
proud of it?
(a) though (b) No substitution 400. Select the most appropriate option that can
(c) so that (d) but substitute the underlined segment in the given
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
select ‘No substitution required’.
Ans. (d) : ‘But’ as a conjunction is used to introduce a
The interviews will be held between 11 a.m. to
word or phrase. ‘so’ as a conjunction to show the
reason for something. 5 p.m.
(a) will hold during
Hence the underlined part of the given sentence, ‘but’
conjunction will be used. (b) will be held from
(c) No substitution required
397. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) will be held at
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
substitution'. Ans. (b) : The underlined segment in the given
They decided to move to Dehradun because sentence, in place of ‘will be hold between’, the use of
they could live in a peaceful environment. ‘will be held from’ will be appropriate. Because the use
(a) No substitution (b) as soon as of ‘to’ structure will be appropriate with ‘from’.
(c) so that (d) in case From ......... to
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II Between--------and
Ans. (c) : The underlined segment in the given Correct sentence –
sentence, in place of ‘because’ ‘so that’ will be used The interviews will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
because it gives appropriate meaning according to sense
of the sentence. 401. Select the option that will improve the
Correct Sentence– underlined part of the given sentence. In case
They decided to move to Dehradun so that they could no improvement is needed, select 'No
live in a peaceful environment. improvement required'.
398. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Reading not only helps to pass the leisure hours
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If as well as keeps you well informed.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No (a) No improvement required
substitution required'. (b) along with
Hardly had we get in but the train started. (c) but also
(a) We get in than
(d) and even
(b) We got in before
(c) No substitution required SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
(d) We got in when Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, ‘but also’ will be used
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III in place of ‘as well as’ because ‘Not only-------but also’
is a correlative conjunction. It is used with each other.
Ans. (d) : ‘when’ is paired with hardly / scarcely and
the third form of verb (V3) is used after ‘had’. Correct sentence –
Hence in place of ‘we get in but,’ the use of ‘we got in Reading not only helps to pass the leisure hours But
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402. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (b) : The underlined segment in the given
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If sentence, in place of ‘lest you will’, ‘unless you’ will
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No be used. Because the use of modal will not be
substitution'. appropriate with ‘if , until, unless’.
No other place in India gets much rainfall as Correct Sentence-
Mawsynram. I will not go to the party unless you promise to
(a) more rainfall (b) No substitution accompany me.
(c) as much rainfall (d) the most rainfall 406. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(As soon after the players arrived) in decorated
Ans. (c) : In the underlined part of the above sentence,
cars, the ceremony began with traditional
in place of ‘much rainfall’ 'as much rainfall' will be
African drummers and dancers blowing conch
used. Because ‘As much as’ is used as a co-relative
shells.
conjunction
(a) Soon after the players arrive
which means:- used to say that two things are equal in
(b) Soon after the players arrived
amount or degree.
(c) As soon as the players arrived after
Correct Sentence -
(d) No improvement
No other place in india gets as much rainfall as
Mawsynram. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Ans. (b) The underlined part of the above sentence, in
403. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If place of ‘As soon after’, ‘soon after’ will be used
there is no need to substitute, it select 'No according to the sense of sentence. Because the above
substitution required'. conjunction is used to mean the following-
I cannot help you if you tell me your problem. As soon as means -: immediately at or shortly after the
(a) unless you don't tell me time that
(b) unless you tell me Soon after means:- within a short period after this or
(c) until you don't tell me that time, aunt etc.
(d) No substitution required Correct Sentence -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) Soon after the players arrived in decorated cars, the
ceremony began with traditional African drummers and
Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the above sentence, in
dancers blowing conch shells.
place of ‘if you tell me’, ‘Unless you tell me’ will be
used. Because in the sense of contrast, the use of 407. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
‘unless’ will be appropriate. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Note:- The use of ‘not’, will not be appropriate with there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
‘unless clause’. substitution required’.
Correct Sentence - Because she didn’t love him, she had to marry
I cannot help you unless you tell me your problem. him.
404. Select the most appropriate option to improve (a) Despite (b) Although
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (c) Since (d) No substitution required
there is no need to improve it, select 'No SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
improvement'. Ans. (b) : In the underlined part of the above sentence,
The place was not cold only and also damp. instead of ‘because’, the use of 'although' would be
(a) only cold not also appropriate Because ‘although’ is used as a
(b) No improvement conjunction.
(c) not only cold but also Note :- Because is usually not used at the beginning
(d) not only cold and both of the sentence , it is a subordinate conjunction which
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
serves to connect two clauses. Which shows the
Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the given sentence, in
place of ‘not cold only and also’, ‘not only cold but also’ reason.
will be used. Because the use of ‘correlative conjunction Correct Sentence–
(but also) will be appropriate with ‘not only’. Although she didn't love him, she had to marry him.
Structure – 408. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Not only------------------but also the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
Correct Sentence - The place was not only cold but substitution required’.
also damp. The exam was not so easy that we had
405. Select the most appropriate option to improve expected.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. (a) such easy as (b) as easy as
IF there is no need to improve it, select 'No (c) as easy so (d) No substitution required
improvement'. SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
I will not go to the party lest you will promise Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
to accompany me. in place of ‘so easy that’, ‘As easy as’ will be used
(a) No improvement (b) unless you because ‘as + adj + as’ will be appropriate.
(c) if you will (d) until you should Correct Sentence–
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) The exam was not as easy as we had expected.
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409. Select the most appropriate option to improve 413. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined statement in the given sentence. the underlined segment. If no substitution is
If there is no need to improve it, select 'No required select 'No substitution'
improvement'. Even if he is an honest man, he has been
I suggest you to see a solicitor. accused of theft.
(a) No improvement (b) am suggesting you (a) Although he is an honest man
(c) suggest you that (d) suggest that you (b) No substitution
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) Since he are an honest man
Ans. (d) : for the above underlined part, ‘suggest that (d) Even though he is honest man
you’ will be used in place of suggest you because SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
‘that’ is used after suggest. Ans : (a) The underlined segment of the given sentence,
Correct Sentence- in place of ‘Even if he is an honest man’, the use of
I suggest that you see a solicitor. ‘Although he is an honest man’ will be used. Because
410. Select the most appropriate option to substitute although is used when two opposing clauses are used
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If together.
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No Correct Sentence–
substitution required’. Although he is an honest man, he has been accused of
The train was delayed in order to an accident. theft.
(a) because (b) owing to 414. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) since (d) No substitution required the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the underlined phrase improvement'.
‘in order to’, ‘owing to’ will be used , because it gives Prithvi likes baseball as long as she likes
a suitable meaning to the sentence. cricket.
Correct Sentence– (a) as many as (b) No improvement
The train was delayed owing to an accident. (c) so long as (d) as much as
411. Select the most appropriate option to substitute SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III)
the underlined segment in the given sentence. Ans. (d) : In the underlined part of the above
If no substitution is required, select No sentence, the use of ‘as much as’ would be appropriate
improvement. in place of ‘as long as’. Because it is expressing the
The Committee occupied itself with no other sense of ‘quantity’.
important question only this. As long as :- provided that.
(a) with no other important question but this As much as :- used to say that an amount is as large
(b) No improvement as another amount.
(c) with one other important question either this As many as :- used to Suggest that a number or
(d) with no other important question this amount is surprisingly large.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III) So long as :- during and up to the end of the time that.
Ans. (a) : The underlined segment in the given Correct Sentence–
sentence, in place of ‘ with no other important question Prithvi likes baseball as much as she likes cricket.
only this’, ‘with no other important question but this’ 415. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
will be appropriate, because here adversative the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
conjunction ‘but’ will be used. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
Correct Sentence– improvement'.
The committee occupied itself with no other important As long to funding is not made available, our
question but this. construction dreams have been deferred.
(a) As high as (b) In as much as
412. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) No improvement (d) So long as
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III)
no substitution is required, select No
improvement. Ans. (d) : The underlined segment of the above
Let us not neglect important aspects of life sentence, ‘so long as’ will be appropriate in place of
although pursue momentary-pleasures. ‘as long to’. Because the use of ‘so long as’ will be
(a) by pursued moment pleasures. used as a conjunction. Which gives the appropriate
(b) through pursued in momentary pleasures meaning for this sentence.
(c) while pursuing momentary pleasures. Correct Sentence–
(d) No improvement So long as funding is not made available, our
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) construction dreams have been deferred.
Ans : (c) The underlined part of the above sentence, in 416. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
place of ‘Although’ suitable conjunction. ‘while’ will be the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
used. Because for this sentence, it gives suitable there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
meaning. improvement'.
Correct Sentence– So much as you are their class teacher, you are
Let us not neglect important aspects of life while responsible for their performance in the
pursuing momentary pleasure. examination.
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(a) In as much as (b) No improvement Ans. (d) : In the above sentence ‘Either jam or butter’
(c) As long as (d) As much to will be appropriate in place of the underlined part
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I) ‘neither jam nor butter’. Because the use of ‘either ----
Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the above sentence, or’ gives the suitable meaning for this sentence.
‘as long as’ will be used in place of ‘so much as’. Correct Sentence–
Because ‘As long as’ shows the time. Which gives The Dean said, "you can have either jam or butter but not
suitable meaning for this sentence. both"
Correct Sentence– 421. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
As long as you are their class teacher, you are the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
responsible for their performance in the examination. there is no need to substitute it, select No
417. Select the most appropriate option substitute improvement.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If The firing of the missile not only killed
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No innocent persons and also created political
improvement'. furore.
As long as they are here, Hari won't attend the (a) not only kill innocent persons and also
training. (b) not only killed innocent persons but also
(a) So long so (b) As long that (c) No improvement
(c) No improvement (d) So far as (d) but killed innocent person and also
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the given sentence, Ans. (b) : ‘Not only killed innocent persons but also’
there is no need to substitute it. will be used in place of the underlined part of the
418. Select the most appropriate option to substitute above sentence ‘Not only killed innocent persons and
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If also’. Because ‘Not only-------- but also’ is used
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No together.
improvement'. Correct Sentence–
As of you are here with me, who cares about The firing of the missile not only killed innocent
the outcome of the issue. persons but also created political furore.
(a) So long (b) As long as 422. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) As long to (d) No improvement the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) there is no need to substitute it select No
Ans. (b) : In the underlined part of the above improvement.
sentences. ‘As long as’ will be used in place of ‘as of’ . So much as you behave like this, the decision of
Because It gives appropriate meaning for this sentence. the management against you cannot as
Correct Sentence– revoked.
As long as you are here with me, who cares about the (a) As long to (b) As much to
outcome of the issue. (c) As long as (d) No improvement
419. Select the most appropriate option to substitute SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, there are two clause in
there is no need to substitute it, select No question, Hence to join the clause, “As long as’ is used
improvement. appropriate in place of conjunction ‘so much as’
The director wanted Aziz to play the role of the Correct Sentence–
doctor as well also that of the apprentice. As long as you behave like this, the decision of the
(a) and also of (b) No improvement. management against you cannot as revoked.
(c) as well as (d) as well 423. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I) the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the above sentence there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
‘As well as’ will be used in place of ‘as well also’. improvement'.
Because ‘as well as’ is used as a co-ordinate Lenovo has launched ThinkPad XI Fold, the
conjunction. world's first foldable laptop which is claimed to
As well as :- in addition to somebody / something be so durable as its other devices.
which gives suitable meaning for this sentence. (a) to be as durable as
Correct Sentence (b) to be most durable as
The director wanted Aziz to play the role of the doctor (c) to be very durable as
as well as that of the apprentice. (d) No improvement
420. Select the most appropriate option to substitute SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Ans. (a) : The underlined segment of the above
there is no need to substitute it, select No sentence ‘as’ will be used in place of ‘so’. Because it is
improvement often used for comparison. Because the used of ‘as -----
The Dean said, "you can have neither jam nor - as’ gives the appropriate meaning.
butter but not both" Correct Sentence–
(a) No improvement (b) jam and butter Lenovo has launched ThinkPad XI Fold, the world's
(c) no jam or butter (d) either jam or butter first foldable laptop which is claimed to be as durable
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III) as its other devices.
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424. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. (a) unless (b) No improvement
To conform to a set of rules (a) Regulations (c) even (d) because
without a real voice in their formulation SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) and (b) to Ans. (a) : ‘Unless’ will be used in place of the
(c) but (d) No improvement underlined part of the above sentence. According to
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III) sense of sentence, ‘unless’ is appropriate for
Ans : (a) In the given sentence, the use of ‘and’ will be conditional sentence. The use of ‘unless’ is used in
appropriate in place of ‘a’. Which gives suitable negative sentence.
meaning for the sentence. Correct Sentence -
Correct Sentence– ''Pratham will not go the party unless he is personally
To conform to a set of rules and Regulations without a invited.''
real voice in their formulation. 429. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
425. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select No
there is no need to substitute it, select No improvement.
improvement. Rashmi is not only smart but very beautiful.
Until you remain calm, you cannot concentrate. (a) but beautiful
(a) Unless you remains (b) Unless you remain (b) No improvement
(c) No improvement (d) If you remain (c) very beautiful
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I) (d) but also very beautiful
Ans.(b): ‘unless you remain’ will be used in place of SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II)
the underlined part of the above sentence ‘until you Ans. (d) :The underlined part of the above sentence,
remain’. Because it gives suitable meaning. ‘But also very beautiful’ will be used in place of ‘But
Until means :- up to the time that very beautiful.’
Unless means :- except on the condition that. Rule:- ‘But also’ is used with ‘not only’ as a co-
Correct sentence will be - relative conjunction.
Unless you remain calm, you can not concentrate. Correct Sentence -
426. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Rashmi is not only smart but also very beautiful.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 430. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select No the underlined segment. If there is no need to
Improvement. substitute it, select No improvement.
He not only speaks Hindi fluently but English The student stood up no sooner the Principal
as well as. entered the class.
(a) No improvement (a) no soon (b) as soon as
(b) but also English (c) No improvement (d) soon
(c) as well as English SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(d) but English too as well Ans. (b) : ‘As soon as’ Will be used in place of the
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) underlined part of the above sentence ‘no sooner’.
Ans. (b) : ‘But also English’ will be used in place of Because the use of ‘as soon as’ is used as a
the underlined sentence ‘but English as well as’. conjunction.
Because 'but also' is used with 'not only'. Correct Sentence–
Correct Sentence - The student stood up as soon as the Principal entered
He not only speaks Hindi fluently but also English. the class.
427. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 431. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select No there is no need to substitute it, select No
Improvement. improvement.
Not only the parents but also the children were I asked two pedestrians the way to the station,
sad at leaving the house. and neither of them couldn't help me.
(a) as also (b) so even (a) and either them couldn't
(c) and also (d) No Improvement (b) No improvement
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) but neither of them could
Ans. (d) : The underlined segment in the given (d) but none of they could
sentence, there is no need to substitute it. SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Rule :- ‘But also’ is used with not only as a Ans. (c) : ‘could’ will be used in place of the
correlative conjunction. underlined part of the above sentence ‘couldn’t’.
Because the use of ‘neither’ is used so ‘not’ will not be
428. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
appropriate.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Note:-The use of ‘not/negative’ is not used with until ,
there is no need to sibstitute it, select No unless, neither, nor, lest.
improvement. Correct Sentence -
Pratham will not go the party if he is I asked two pedestrians the way to the station, but
personally invited. neither of them could help me.]
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432. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (d) : The most appropriate option that can
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence
there is no need to substitute it, select No is option (b) 'through his exaggerated descriptions'
improvement.
We must start now unless it will be too late. because 'through' is used to show a result of something.
(a) but (b) or Hence option (d) is correct.
(c) No improvement (d) until Correct Sentence-
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II) The pleasure created by the poet was primarily through
Ans. (b) : ‘or’ will be used in place of the underlined his exaggerated descriptions.
part of the above sentence ‘unless’. Because ‘or’ is
used in negative sentence or introduce a different or 436. Select the most appropriate option that can
opposite idea. substitute the underlined segment in the given
Correct Sentence- sentence.
We must start now or it will be too late. Their plan to action during that critical
situation was well appreciated by all.
H. Preposition (a) Of action during that
433. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (b) In action during that
the bracketed segment in the given sentence. If (c) Of action off that
there is no need to substitute it, select 'no (d) Of action about that
substitution required'.
SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
(Because he has been in custody from last
July.) Pickard will now be released in four Ans. (a) : 'of action during that' is the most appropriate
months. option that can substitute the underlined segment in the
(a) Because he had been under custody from last given sentence– 'to action during that'.
July, Hence option (a) 'of action during that' is correct
(b) No substitution required answer.
(c) Because he had been in custody from last
437. Select the correct option substitute the
July,
(d) Because he has been in custody since last underlined segment in the given sentence. If no
July, substitution is required, select 'No
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) substitution'.
Ans. (d) : The bracketed segment of the above given She is married with a doctor.
sentence (Because he has been in custody from last (a) No substitution (b) to a doctor
July) is grammatically error, because preposition ‘since’ (c) a doctor (d) for a doctor
is used in the place of ‘from’. because 'since' is used SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
before definite point of time.
Ans. (b) : In the underlined part of the above sentence,
434. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the bracketed segment in the given sentence. If 'to a doctor' will be used in place of 'with a doctor'.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'no Because we need a preposition when we use the verb 'to
substitution required'. marry' in the passive voice.
He has 33 years of professional experience (on The correct sentence is– She is married to a doctor.
the field of) Public Administration. Hence option (b) is correct answer.
(a) in the field off
438. Select the most appropriate option that can
(b) over field of
substitute the underlined segment in the given
(c) No substitution required
sentence.
(d) in the field of
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II) The players distributed the reward between
Ans. (d) : The bracketed segment of the given sentence themselves
(on the field of) has grammatically error, because 'in' (a) among themselves (b) between them
preposition is used in the place of 'on'. (c) amongst their self (d) between their selves
The correct segment is- (in the field of). SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
435. Select the most appropriate option that can Ans. (a) : The underlined segment in the above
substitute the underlined segment in the given given sentence 'between themselves' is grammatically
sentence. error. The most appropriate substitute is option (a)
The pleasure created by the poet was primarily 'among themselves' because 'between' is used for two
until his exaggerated descriptions.
people or things and 'among' used more then two
(a) Below his exaggerated descriptions
(b) Beside his exaggerated descriptions people or things.
(c) Off his exaggerated descriptions Correct Sentence-
(d) Through his exaggerated descriptions The players distributed the reward among
SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II) themselves.
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439. Select the most appropriate option that can Ans. (d) : The underlined part 'from' in the above
substitute the underlined segment in the given mentioned sentence can be replaced by option (d) 'since'
sentence. because 'since' is used to refer 'a point of time'.
I have not seen you for last year. Ex – Since last week, since yesterday
(a) you for last years Since Wednesday, since 1990, Since evening, etc.
(b) me for last year Correct Sentence
(c) you since last year It has been raining since morning.
(d) you about last year 443. Select the most appropriate option that can
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) substitute the underlined segment in the given
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate substitute of the above sentence.
underlined segment 'you for last year' is 'you since last Amar is very good in mathematics.
year', because 'since' is used in the place of 'for' and (a) good at (b) good about
show the relation to a specific date, time or period in the (c) good on (d) good with
past while 'for' is used of a length of time. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV)
Note - Since + last year. Ans. (a) : The underlined segment in the sentence
for + the last year. 'Good in' can be substituted with option (a) 'good at'.
Correct Sentence- Because 'good + at' is used to talk about things that is
I have not seen you since last year. done skillfully
440. Select the most appropriate option that can Correct Sentence – Amar is very good at mathematics.
substitute the underlined segment in the 444. Select the most appropriate option that can
following sentence. substitute the underlined segment in the
I need to put out my clothes before I leave for following sentence.
work this morning otherwise, I will be restless Can you please make sure that all the guest are
when I return. gathered on the stage before the performance
(a) need to put in (b) need to put away begins?
(c) need to put off (d) need for put out (a) guests are gathered by
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I) (b) guest is gathered on
Ans. (b) : The underlined part 'need to put out' is (c) guests is gathered by
required to be substituted with option (b) need to put (d) guests are gathered in
away. Because 'Put away' renderers the meaning, To put SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
something into place where it is normally kept'. Using it
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate substitute of the above
will meet with the sense and context of the sentence. underlined segment is option (a) 'guests are gathered by'
Correct sentence because 'all' is used with a plural noun, it means every
I need to put away my clothes before I leave for work and 'by' preposition is used in the place of 'on' in the
this morning otherwise, I will be restless when I return. sense of beside the stage.
441. Select the most appropriate option that can Hence, the correct options is (a).
substitute the underlined segment in the given 445. Select the option that will improve the
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, (bracketed) part of the sentence. In case of no
select ‘No substitution required’. improvement select the option 'No
Ria sits right besides Shimona in the craft class. improvement'.
(a) besides to There's even a (picture by which a witch is
(b) beside riding) a broomstick on the sides of the police
(c) be side cars.
(d) No substitution required (a) No improvement
(b) picture that of a witch riding
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) pictures of witch riding
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence option (b) "besides" (d) picture of a witch riding
(Except) will be replaced by 'beside' (on one side) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
gives appropriate meaning according to sense of the Ans. (d) : In the above bracketed part of the sentence
sentence. ''picture by which a witch is riding'' in place of ''Picture
Correct sentence- of a witch riding'' will be used, because it gives
Rita gifts right beside Shimona in the craft class. according to the sense of the sentence.
Correct sentence-
442. Select the most appropriate option that can
There's even a picture of a witch riding a broomstick on
replace the underlined part of the following the sides of the police cars.
sentence.
446. Select the option that will improve the
It has been raining from morning.
underlined part of the sentence. In case no
(a) for (b) till improvement is needed, select 'No
(c) though (d) since improvement'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III) The apple tree was loaded of fruit.
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(a) No improvement (b) loaded with The football team has won the championship at
(c) loaded from (d) laden with the second time.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II (a) for the
Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the sentence, ‘Loaded (b) in the
with’ will be used in place of ‘Loaded of’ because (c) No improvement required
‘with’ Preposition is used with ‘loaded’. (d) at a
Correct sentence– SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
The apple tree was loaded with fruit. Ans. (a) : The underlined part of above sentence, 'for
447. Select the most appropriate option to improve the' will be used in place of 'at the' because it gives
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If proper meaning of this sentence.
there is no need to improve it, select 'No 451. Select the most appropriate option that can
improvement required'. substitute the underlined segment in the given
The little girl chatters away as she hurry up the sentence.
road with her mother. We want to divide the expenses between the
(a) No improvement required three of us.
(b) hurried up (a) from (b) for
(c) hurries down (c) among (d) at
(d) hurry on SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
Ans. (c) : The underlined segment in the given sentence ‘among’ will be used in place of ‘between’ because
‘Hurries down’ will be used in place of ‘hurry up’ ‘three of us’ is used in the sentence.
because pronoun ‘she’ is singular. ‘Among’ is used for more than two people / things.
She + V1 + s/ es / ies + object. While ‘between’ is used for two.
Correct sentence - Correct Sentence -
The little girl chatters away as she hurries down the We want to divide the expenses among the three of us.
road with her mother. 452. Select the most approrpaite option that can
448. Select the most appropriate option to substitute substitute the underlined segment in the given
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If sentence.
no substitution is required, select 'No I was waiting from two hours.
substitution'. (a) for (b) since
I had no choice but from agree to the terms of (c) at (d) in
the contract.
(a) but for (b) but was SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
(c) but to (d) No substitution Ans. (a) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I preposition ‘For’ will be used in place of ‘from’ .
Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the above sentence, Because ‘for’ is used to refer period of time.
‘but to’ will be used in place of ‘but form’ because Correct sentence–
according to sense of sentence, it gives suitable I was waiting for two hours.
meaning.
Correct sentence - 453. Select the most appropriate option that can
I had no choice but to agree to the terms of the contract. substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
449. There is an underlined segment in the given
sentence. Select the most appropriate option to select 'No substitution required'.
substitute the segment. If there is no need to The investigation revealed that both of they
substitute it, select 'No substitution required'. had given false information to obtain the
Adding to the problem of heavy rain, people certificates.
have to worry about potholes on roads. (a) No substitution required
(a) No substitution required
(b) By adding to the problem of (b) reveals that how they both
(c) Added to the problem of (c) revealed that both of them
(d) In addition to the problem of (d) reveal that them both
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
Ans. (d) : The underlined part of above sentence , ‘In Ans. (c) : ‘Revealed that both of them’ will be used in
addition to the problem of’ will be used in place of place of ‘raveled that both of they’ in the underlined
‘Adding to the problem’ because it gives proper
meaning of this sentence. part of the above sentence. Because objective form
(them ) is always used after preposition.
450. Select the most appropriate option to improve
Correct Sentence -
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to improve it, select 'No The investigation revealed that both of them had given
improvement required'. false information to obtain the certificates.
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454. Select the option that will improve the Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, the use of under threat
underlined part of the given sentence. In case (danger) will be appropriate in place of ‘on threat’.
no improvement is needed, select ‘No because it gives proper meaning for sentence. Another
improvement required’. preposition is not suitable.
You are welcome to partake this light Correct Sentence–
refreshment. The environment is under threat hedgerows and
(a) for partaking woodlands are vanishing.
(b) to partake of 458. Select the most appropriate option that can
(c) in partaken substitute the underlined segment in the given
(d) No improvement required sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III select ‘No substitution required’.
I thanked my teacher for explaining me the
Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, ‘to partake of’ will be
lesson.
used in place of ‘to partake’ because preposition ‘of’ is
(a) explain me the lessons
used after ‘partake’.
(b) No substitution required
455. Select the most appropriate option that can (c) her explaining me the lesson
substitute the underlined segment in the given (d) explaining the lesson to me
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
select ‘No substitution required’. Ans. (d) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
The student apologised the teacher for the ‘explaining the lesson to me’ will be used in place of
delay in submitting the assignment. ‘explaining me the lesson’. Because 'explain something
(a) is apologising the teacher to somebody' is used together.
(b) No substitution required Note:- Explain to somebody.
(c) apologised to the teacher Correct Sentence–
(d) has apologised the teacher I thanked my teacher for explaining the lesson to me.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
459. Select the option that will improve the
Ans. (c) : ‘Apologised to the teacher’ will be used in underlined part of the given sentence. In case
place of ‘apologised the teacher’ in the underlined part no improvement is needed, select 'No
of the above sentence. improvement required'.
Because – apologized to + somebody / someone. The farmer was deprived from his land by the
Correct sentence – money lender.
The student apologised to the teacher for the delay in (a) depriving in
submitting the assignment. (b) No improvement required
(c) deprived of
456. Select the option that will improve the (d) deprived on
underlined part of the sentence. In case no SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III
improvement is needed, select 'No Ans. (c) : ‘Deprived of’ will be used in place ‘deprived
improvement required'. from’ in the underlined segment of the above sentence.
You are looking so pretty on these black outfit. Because ‘of’ preposition is used with ‘deprived’.
(a) pretty in this (b) No improvement Correct sentence –
(c) prettier in these (d) prettiest with those The farmer was deprived of his land by the money
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I lender.
Ans. (a) : ‘Pretty in this’ will because in place of ‘pretty 460. Select the option that will improve the
on these’ in the underlined part of the above sentence. underlined segment in the given sentence. In
Because ‘In’ Preposition will be used in the sense of case no improvement is needed, select 'No
improvement'
‘pretty in this cloth’.
It is wise to insure one's home on fire.
Correct Sentence – (a) in (b) No improvement
You are looking so pretty in this black outfit. (c) by (d) against
457. Select the most appropriate option that can SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
substitute the underlined segment in the given Ans. (d) : According to sense of the above sentence ,
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, ‘against’ will be appropriate in place of the underlined
select ‘No substitution required’. word ‘on’ . Another options give different meaning.
The environment is on threat hedgerows and Correct Sentence -
woodlands are vanishing. It is wise to insure one's home against fire.
(a) into threat 461. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(b) under threat there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
(c) No substitution required substitution.'
(d) in threat Small desert animals burrow underground
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II across the days and come out only at night.
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(a) within the days (b) during the day Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the above sentence
(c) No substitution (d) between days ‘coping with the problems to’ will be used in place of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I) ‘coping the problem with. Because ‘with’ is used with
Ans. (b) : In the underlined part of the above sentence, cop.
‘during the day’ will be used in place of ‘across the day.’ Correct Sentence - We are coping with the problems
Because ‘during’ is used for expressing the ‘period of to the best of our ability.
time’. 465. Select the most appropriate option to improve
Correct Sentence - the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Small desert animals burrow underground during the there is no need to improve it, select 'No
day and come out only at night. improvement'.
462. Select the option that will substitute the The child put a ladder on the wall and climbed
up.
underlined part of the given sentence. In case (a) over a wall (b) above the wall
no substitution is needed, select 'No (c) No improvement (d) against the wall
substitution required'. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Japan has made important and original
Ans. (d) : ‘Against the wall’ will be used in place of
contributions inside some fields like photography ‘on the wall’, in the underlined part of the above
and electronics. sentence. Because when something rest on some
(a) for some field like support then ‘against’ is used.
(b) in some fields like Correct Sentence - The child put a ladder against the
(c) No substitution required wall and climbed up.
(d) on some field like 466. Select the most appropriate option to improve
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I) the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans. (b) : ‘In some field like’ will be used in place of there is no need to improve it, select 'No
‘inside some fields’ in the underlined segment of the improvement'.
above sentence. Because the use of ‘in’ gives the This stain can be remove by lime juice.
suitable meaning. (a) remove from (b) No improvement
Correct Sentence- (c) removed with (d) removed through
Japan has made important and original contributions in SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
some fields like photography and electronics. Ans. (c) : ‘Removed with’ will be used in place of
463. Select the most appropriate option to substitute ‘remove by’ in the underlined part of the above
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If sentence. Because preposition ‘with’ is appropriate
no substitution is required, select 'No with ‘remove’.
substitution'. Correct Sentence - This stain can be remove with
After the old building was pulled out the lime juice.
building contractor surveyed the progress of 467. Select the most appropriate option to improve
the work. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(a) was pulled up (b) was pulled over their is no need to improve it, select 'No
(c) was pulled down (d) No substitution improvement'.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I) I bet you can't beat me by chess.
(a) on chess (b) in the chess
Ans. (c) : ‘was pulled down’ will be used in place of (c) No improvement (d) at chess
‘was pulled out’ in the underlined segment of the above SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
sentence.
Ans. (d) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
Because ‘pull down’ is used to 'demolish the building'. ‘at chess’ will be used in place of ‘by chess’. Because
Another option is not suitable. 'beat + somebody + at + something.'
Pull down :- to demolish a building. Correct Sentence - I bet you can't beat me at chess.
Pull over :- to remove someone or something form an
468. Select the alternative that will improve the
activity. underlined part of the sentence in case there is
Pull up :- to bring to a stop. (Holt). no improvement select “No improvement”.
Correct Sentence - Using seeds for grow more plants is an
After the old building was pulled down the building exceptionally good way of gardening.
contractor surveyed the progress of the work. (a) No improvement
464. Select the most appropriate option to improve (b) to growing more plants
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (c) to grow more plants
there is no need to improve it, select 'No (d) for grows more plants
improvement'. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
We are coping the problems with the best of Ans. (c) : In the above underlined part, 'to grow more
our ability. plants’ will be used in place of ‘for grow more plants’.
(a) No improvement Because ‘ing’ form will be appropriate after ‘for’
(b) coping in the problems by preposition and the first form of verb (vI) is suitable
(c) coping with the problems to after ‘to’.
(d) coping the problems at Correct sentence - Using seeds to grow more plants is
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469. Select the alternative that will improve the Ans. (c) : The underlined phrase of the given
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is sentence. ‘while running through’ will be used in place
no improvement select "No improvement". of ‘when running to’. Because we use both ‘when’ and
My friend said, "Can you please suggest for me ‘while’ as a sub-ordinating [while + continuous form
a good school in the neighbourhood?" (V1+ing)] conjunctions to introduce adverbial clause of
(a) suggest to me (b) suggest
(c) suggesting me (d) No improvement time.
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) Correct Sentence–
Ans. (a) : The underlined part of the above sentence, The mare hurt its hooves while running through the
‘suggest to me’ will be used in place of ‘suggest for forest.
me’. Because ‘to’ preposition is used after ‘suggest.’ 473. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(suggest to somebody) the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct Sentence - My friend said, "Can you please there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
suggest to me a good school in the neighbourhood?" substitution required’.
470. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. Every year the family goes for a pilgrim to the
Election was an ‘opinion minus democracy’ in temple at Tirupathi.
which the innocent and helpless (people were (a) at the pilgrim
pitted among) government’s muscle power (b) on a pilgrimage
State machinery. (c) No substitution required
(a) people were pitted against (d) from the pilgrimage
(b) people are pitted against SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) people would pitted again st
Ans. (b) : The underlined phrase of the given sentence,
(d) No improvement
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 ‘on a pilgrimage’ will be used in place of ‘for a
pilgrim’. Because preposition ‘on’ is suitable in place
Ans. (a) The bracket part, of the above sentence, correct
preposition (against) will be used in place of people were of ‘preposition for’. Because ‘on’ is generally used
pitted among. when we want to indicate a position above or a top a
Note :- ‘Against’ is used for against (government's) space. ‘For’ is used to indicate reason and specify the
while ‘Among’ is used for (between more than two use of something.
people). Correct Sentence –
Correct Sentence - Every year the family goes on a pilgrimage to the
Election was an ‘opinion minus democracy’ in which temple at Tirupathi.
the innocent and helpless people were pitted against 474. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
government’s muscle power State machinery. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
471. Select the most appropriate option to substitute there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If substitution required’.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No The police was accused to tamper with the
substitution' evidence.
The lockdown prevented people to go out from
(a) accused of tampering
their homes.
(a) to go outside from (b) No substitution (b) accusing to tamper
(c) of going out from (d) from going out of (c) No substitution required
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II) (d) accused to tampered
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, ‘From going out of’ SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
will be used in place of ‘to go out from’. Because the Ans. (a) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
following structure is used after prevent (verb). ‘accused of tampering’ will be used in place of
Prevent from doing something. ‘accused to temper’. Because preposition ‘of’ is used
Correct sentence - after accused.
The lockdown prevented people from going out of Correct Sentence–
their homes. The police was accused of tampering with the
evidence.
472. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 475. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
substitution required’. no substitution is required, select No
improvement.
The mare hurt its hooves when running to the
We must endeavour to increase women's access
forest.
for education also employment.
(a) with running across (a) access in education also employment
(b) No substitution required (b) excess to education or employment
(c) while running through (c) No improvement
(d) when running into (d) access to education and employment
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Ans : (d) The underlined part of the above sentence, 479. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
‘Access to’ will be used in place of ‘Access for’. the underlined segment. If no substitution is
Because suitable preposition ‘to’ is used after access. required select 'No substitution'
Access to - a way of entering or reaching a place. Employees refrain to indulge in underable
Correct Sentence - activities if they are monitored.
We must endeavour to increase women's access to (a) refrain against indulging
education also employment.
(b) refrain from indulging
476. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) refrain for indulgence
the underlined segment in the given sentence.
If no substitution is required, select No (d) No substitution
improvement. SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
An old misunderstanding exists among the two Ans. (b) : In place of the above underlined part
families, so they are not friendly any more. ‘refrain from indulge’, ‘refrain from indulging’ will be
(a) has exist within the two families used because preposition ‘from’ is used with refrain.
(b) No improvement Correct Sentence–
(c) exists between the two families Employees refrain from indulging in underable
(d) will exist among the two families
activities if they are monitored.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans : (c) In the above underlined part 'exists between' 480. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
will be used because ‘Among’ is always used for more the underlined segment. If no substitution is
than two and ‘between’ is used for two. Hence for two required select 'No substitution'
families ‘between’ will be used. The student, with his parents were asked for
Correct Sentence– waiting outside the Principal's office.
An old misunderstanding exists between the two (a) were asked to wait
families, so they are not friendly any more. (b) was asked to wait
477. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) were asked to be waiting
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (d) No substitution
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
substitution'.
The authorities are looked on the matter. Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
(a) No substitution ‘was asked to wait’ will be used in place of ‘were
(b) are looked into the matter asked for waiting.’ Because the subject of this
(c) are looking into the matter sentence is singular.
(d) are looking on the matter Note:-
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) Ask for :- to ask someone to give you something.
Ans : (c) In the above sentence, ‘Are looking into’ will Correct Sentence–
be used in place of ‘are looked on’. The student, with his parents was asked to wait outside
Look into- to try to discover the facts about something the Principal's office.
such as a problem or a crime.
Correct Sentence - 481. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
The authorities are looking into the matter. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
478. Select the most appropriate option to substitute there is no need to substitute it, select No
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If improvement.
there is no need to substitute it, select No The government has adopted a tough stance
improvement. with respect of terror and security.
Raman's discovery, made during the voyaging (a) in respect of (b) about respect to
over the Mediterranean sea, that water (c) No improvement (d) with respect to
molecules could scatter light just like air SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
molecules, was very radical in those days. Ans : (d) The underlined segment of the above
(a) while an voyage across sentence, ‘with respect to’ will be used in place of ‘with
(b) during a voyage across respect of’. Because preposition (to) is used with
(c) No improvement respect.
(d) during the voyage above Correct Sentence–The government has adopted a
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) tough stance with respect to terror and security.
Ans : (b) In the underlined part of the above sentence, 482. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
preposition ‘Across’ is suitable in place of ‘over’ the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
because there is no need to substitute it, select No
Across – from one side to other side of something. improvement.
Correct Sentence - What a relief to sit down after walking in the
Raman's discovery, made during a voyage across the park from a hour!
Mediterranean sea, that water molecules could scatter (a) by an hour (b) No improvement
light just like air molecules, was very radical in those (c) for an hour (d) in a hour
days. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans : (c) ‘For an hour’ will be used in place of ‘from a (a)
had a terrible cold since
hour’ in the underlined segment of the above sentence. (b)
have had a terrible cold for
Because ‘for’ is used for period of time and ‘hour’ is (c)
No substitution
pronounced with a vowel sound. So ‘An’ will be used (d)
am having a terrible cold during
as its first article. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct Sentence–What a relief to sitdown after Ans : (b) The underlined part of the above sentence,
walking in the park for an hour. ‘have had a terrible cold for’ will be used in place of
‘have a terrible cold during’ Because in sentence, ‘for’
483. Identify the most appropriate option to is used for period of time so ‘sentence’ will be used in
substitute the underlined segment. If no present perfect tense.
substitution is required, select No substitution. v1 v2 v3
I was astonished on the ignorance in the " "
villagers. has / have → had → had
(a) over the ignorance between Correct Sentence–
(b) No substitution I have had a terrible cold for several days now.
(c) on the ignorance by 487. Identify the most appropriate option to
(d) at the ignorance of substitute the underlined segment. If no
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I) substitution is required, select No substitution.
The shoebill stork can be recognise from its
Ans : (d) The underlined part of the above sentence, long legs and broad wings.
‘At’ and ‘of’ will be used in place of ‘on and in’ (a) recognised by its
Respectively. Because Astonished is always followed (b) recognise through it's
by 'at' preposition. And According to the meaning of the (c) recognising from it's
sentence – ignorance of the villagers will be used. (d) No substitution
Correct Sentence - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III)
I was astonished at the ignorance of the villagers. Ans : (a) The underlined part of the above sentence,
484. Identify the most appropriate option to ‘recognised by its’ will be used in place of 'recognize
substitute the underlined segment. If no form its.' When sentence is in passive form, then ‘Can
substitution is required, select No substitution. be’ is followed by the third form of the verb.
The manufacturer conformed with the ‘By’ will be used instead of ‘from’ because ‘recognised
specifications given from the client. by something’ is used.
(a) with the specifications given of Correct Sentence -
(b) No substitution The shoebill stork can be recognised by its long legs
(c) to the specifications given by and broad wings.
(d) by the specifications given for 488. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select No
Ans : (c) Preposition ‘to’ is used with conformed in the improvement.
above sentence. They dissuaded me of visiting the War
Conform with - has the shape that is required by. Memorial but I really wanted to see it.
Conform to – be/act in accordance with and 'from' will (a) of visit (b) No improvement
be replace ‘by’. ‘By’ will be used in place of ‘be/act in (c) from visiting (d) to visiting
accordance with and from.' SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Correct Sentence - Ans : (c) ‘From visiting’ will be used in place of the
The manufacturer conformed to the specifications given underlined part of the above sentence ‘of visiting’,
by the client because 'dissuade somebody + from + v1 + ing' form
485. Identify the most appropriate option to will be appropriate.
substitute the underlined segment. If no Correct Sentence -
substitution is required, select No substitution. They dissuaded me from visiting the War Memorial but
You must not prevent me to do what I want. I really wanted to see it.
(a) by doing what I wanted 489. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(b) from doing what I want the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) to do what I am wanting there is no need to substitute it, select No
(d) No substitution improvement.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) Two senior officers have been entrusted with
the responsibility by organize the reception of
Ans : (b) The underlined part of the above sentence, the guest.
‘for doing’ will be used in place of ‘to do’. Because (a) No improvement (b) for organize
prevent is always used with ‘from’ in the given sentence (c) of organizing (d) to organizing
and verb, ing form’ is used after it. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Correct Sentence– Ans. (b) : The underlined segment of the above
sentence, ‘for organizing’ will be used in place of ‘by
You must not prevent me from doing what I want. organize’. Because ‘for’ preposition is used with
486. Identify the most appropriate option to responsitbility.
substitute the underlined segment. If no Correct Sentence -
substitution is required, select No substitution. Two senior officers have been entrusted with the
I have a terrible cold during several days now. responsibility for organize the reception of the guest.
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490. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 494. Select the alternative that will improve the
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If underlined part of the sentence. In case there is
there is no need to substitute it, select No no improvement select 'No improvement'.
improvement. Priya has been working in this school from
He tried to prevent his friend to smoke. June 2017.
(a) from smoking (b) No improvement (a) for June 2017 (b) No improvement
(c) smoking (d) to smoking (c) on June 2017 (d) since June 2017
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans : (a) In the given sentence, ‘from’ will be used with Ans. (d) : The sentence is present perfect continuous
prevent. Gerund form (V + ing) of verb will be used after and in the underlined part of the sentence 'since June
‘from’. 2017' will be used.
Prevent from :- to stop somebody from doing Hence ‘Since June 2017’ is appropriate in place of
something. undelined part ‘from June 2017’.
Correct Sentence– Correct Sentence–
He tried to prevent his friend from smoking. Priya has been working in this school since June 2017.
491. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 495. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment in the given sentence.
there is no need to substitute it, select No All the employees of the nationalized bank are
improvement. in strike.
The boys were delighted on the idea of going to (a) by (b) with
Goa. (c) for (d) on
(a) at the idea of (b) on an idea of SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) at an idea of (d) No improvement Ans. (d) : The underlined segment in the given
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) sentence, ‘on’ will be used in place of in’. Because ‘on
Ans : (a) The underlined part of the above sentence. strike’ is used as Idiomatic.
‘On strike’ means :- to refuse to continue working
‘At the idea of’ Will be used in place of ‘on the idea of’.
because of an argument with an employer about
Because the proper preposition would be ‘at’ with working conditions.
delight.
Correct Sentence
Correct Sentence - All the employees of the nationalzed bank are on strike.
The boys were delighted at the idea of going to Goa.
496. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
492. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
there is no need to substitute it, select No improvement'.
improvement. The week-long Theatre Festival has begun with
The children are too young to sit up a long a wonderful lines of plays.
lecture. (a) No imrovement (b) lined up
(a) sit across (b) sit through (c) lines up (d) line up
(c) No improvement (d) sit away SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (d) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
Ans : (b) In the underlined part of the above sentence, the ‘line up’ will be used in place of ‘lines of’. Because the
used of ‘sit through’ (staying till end) would be article (a) is used before the word 'line'.
appropriate. Correct Sentence
Sit through :- to stay until the end of a performance, The week-long Theatre Festival has begun with a
speech etc. wonderful line up plays.
Note :- The use of too + adj + to’ expresses – negative 497. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
sentence. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct Sentence– there is no need to substitute it, select No
The children are too young to sit through a long lecture. improvement.
493. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Lata told to her team leader that she would be
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If leaving office early as she had some urgent
there is no need to substitute it, select 'NO personal work.
improvement.' (a) Lata tell to her team leader
Sele, is a near extinct language, spoken for just (b) Lata telling to her team leader
five villages in Nepal, which lie close to Tibet. (c) Lata told her team leader
(a) spoken out (b) spoken in (d) No improvement
(c) No improvement (d) spoken of SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : ‘Told her’ will be used in place of the
Ans. (b) : ‘spoken in’ will be used in place of the underlined part of the above sentence ‘told to her’.
underlined part of the above sentence. because ‘spoken Because no preposition is used after ‘told' (verb) and
in’ would be appropriate. direct object comes after told.
Correct Sentence– Correct Sentence–
Sele, is a near extinct language, spoken in just five Lata told her team leader that she would be leaving
villages in Nepal, which lie close to Tibet. office early as she had some urgent personal work.
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498. Select the option that will improve the 502. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
underlined part of the sentence. In case no The terms of a future partnership would be
improvement is needed, select 'No vastly (inferior on) comparison with the benefit
improvement'. of full membership.
Finally, Ananya found her pet kitten over the (a) inferior by (b) inferior to
top branch of a tree in their garden. (c) inferior in (d) No improvement
(a) across the top branch in the tree SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
(b) No improvement
(c) in a top branch of a tree Ans. (b) : ‘Inferior to’ would be appropriate in place of
(d) on the top branch of the tree in the bracket part of the above sentence ‘inferior on’,
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) because preposition ‘to’ is always used with inferior.
Ans. (d) : ‘On the top branch of the tree’ would be Correct Sentence–
appropriate in place of the underlined part of the above The terms of a future partnership would be vastly
sentence ‘over the top branch of a tree’. Here inferior to comparison with the benefit of full
preposition ‘on’ will be used in place of preposition membership.
‘over’, because here the meaning is being made on the 503. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
top most branch of the tree. Nothing (show on) the ineptness of the state
Correct Sentence– more than unpreparedness in the face of
Finally, Ananya found her pet kitten on the top branch predictable events.
of a tree in their garden. (a) Showa off (b) shows in
499. Select the option that will improve the (c) shows up (d) No improvement
underlined part of the sentence. In case no SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I)
improvement is needed, select 'No
improvement'. Ans : (c) The use of ‘shows up’ is correct in bracketed
As we' ve been neighbours, I have known Mrs. part the above word ‘show on’, because show up
Shashi Singh since more than 16 years. Means-: to expose or discredit especially by revealing
(a) No improvement faults. Which is giving the correct meaning of the
(b) for more than 16 years sentence.
(c) from more than 16 years Other options-:
(d) by more than 16 years Show off :- the act of showing off.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) Show up -: to lead (someone) to the entrance.
Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the above sentence, ‘for Correct Sentence–
more than 16 years’ will be used in place of ‘since more Nothing shows up the ineptness of the state more than
than 16 years’. Because ‘for’ should be used for unpreparedness in the face of predictable events.
expressing the period of time. 504. Select the mos appropriate option to substitute
Correct Sentence - the underlined segment in the given in the
As we have been neighbours, I have known Mrs. Shashi given sentence. If there is no need to substitute
Singh for more than 16 years.
it, select No Improvement.
500. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. Friends stand by each other on time of need.
No mention was made (to a) key amendment to (a) No Improvement (b) in times
the Constitution to accommodate demands that (c) for time (d) of times
had been defeated just last Monday.
(a) of a (b) in a SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) by a (d) No improvement Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the above sentence.
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I) 'In time' will be appropriate according to sense of the
Ans : (a) ‘of a’ will be used in place of the above sentence.
bracketed part ‘to a’, because ‘of’ preposition would be Correct sentence -
appropriate with make. Friends stand by each other in times of need.
Correct Sentence - 505. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
No mention was made of a key amendment to the the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Constitution to accommodate demands that had been there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
defeated just last Monday. substitution required'.
501. It includes a (decision of the status) of British We found out that our competitors were selling
and EU migrants resident in their respective product on a much higher price.
territories (a) No substitution required.
(a) decision to the status (b) at a more high price.
(b) decision on the status (c) in highest price.
(c) decision of the status (d) at a much higher price.
(d) No improvement SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d) : ‘At a much higher price’ will be used in
Ans : (b) ‘Decision on the status’ will be used in place
of the underlined part of the above sentence ‘decision of place of the underlined part of the above sentence ‘on a
the status’. Because with decision ‘on’ preposition is much higher price’. Because the use of ‘at’ is used
always used. beyond a specific condition or time.
Correct Sentence– Correct Sentence–
It includes a decision on the status of British and EU We found out that our competitors were selling
migrants resident in their respective territories product at a much higher price.
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506. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 510. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select No there is no need to substitute it, select No
Improvement. Improvement.
Eight people were injured after a tempo She insisted to driving her kids to school.
rammed into a car on the highway. (a) insist on (b) insisted on
(a) rammed with (b) rammed by (c) insist to (d) No Improvement
(c) rams in (d) No improvement SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (b) : The use of ‘on’ preposition is used with the
Ans. (c) : ‘Ram in’ will be used in place of the underlined part of the above sentence. ‘Insist’ which
underlined part of the above sentence ‘Rammed into.? means
Because fix preposition ‘in’ will be used with Ram Insist on :- To keep doing something that annoys
(bump). people.
Correct sentence - Corrent sentence-
Eight people were injured after a tempo rams in a car
She insisted on driving her kids to school.
on the highway.
511. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
507. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select No there is no need to substitute it, select No
improvement. Improvement.
You must apologise with him for this. The government seems to have no interest for
(a) No Improvement (b) from the welfare of the common man.
(c) of (d) to (a) any interest in (b) no interest to
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) (c) No improvement (d) no interest in
Ans. (d) : ‘To’ Would be appropriate in place of the SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
underlined part of the above sentence ‘with’. Because Ans. (d) : ‘In’ preposition is used with the underlined
the word ‘apologise’ takes the fix preposition part of the above sentence.
‘Apologise to a person’ and ‘ apologize for a problem; Hence, 'no interest in’ will be used in place of ‘no
Correct sentence– interest for’.
You must apologise to him for this. Correct Sentence–
508. Select the most appropriate option to substitute The government seems to have no interest in the
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If welfare of the common man.
there is no need to substitute it, select No 512. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Improvement. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Mr. Kansal has been living in Delhi since 10 there is no need to substitute it, select No
years. Improvement.
(a) until (b) for Who can prevent you from getting married
(c) No Improvement (d) from now that you are within age ?
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I) (a) in (b) of
Ans. (b) : ‘For’ will be used in place of the underlined (c) No Improvement (d) on
part of the above sentence ‘since’, because the use of SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
‘for’ is correct for showing the period of time, not Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
since. ‘of’ preposition will be used in place of ‘within’
Correct Sentence– because ‘of’ is used in the sense of completion of age
Mr. Kansal has been living in Delhi for 10 years. and ‘within’ is used in the sense of age to decrease.
509. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct Sentence–
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Who can prevent you from getting married now that
there is no need to substitute it, select No you are of age ?
Improvement.
Applications are invited to eligible candidates 513. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
for the post of Vice Principal in a reputed the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
school. there is no need to substitute it, select No
(a) No Improvement (b) invited by improvement.
(c) inviting from (d) invited from Garima live at the 25th floor.
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) is living in (b) live in
Ans. (d) : The use of 'Invited from' Would be (c) lives on (d) No improvement
appropriate in place of the underlined part of the above SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
sentence ‘invited to’ Because ‘invited something + Ans. (c) : ‘lives on’ is used in place of the underlined
form + somebody’ is used. part of the above sentence ‘live at’ because it gives
Correct Sentence– appropriate meaning according to the sentence.
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for Correct sentence -
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514. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (a) No improvement
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (b) She is to fond of
there is no need to substitute it, select No (c) She is extreme fond of
improvement. (d) She is extremely fond of
Manish has not been attending the class for last SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
month. Ans. (d) : ‘Fond of’ will be used in place of the
(a) since last (b) No improvement underlined part of the above sentence 'fond about'
(c) from last (d) throughout later because fix preposition ‘of’ will be used with ‘fond’.
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) Correct sentence–
Ans. (a) : ‘Since last’ will be used in place of the She is extremely fond of chocolate and cookies.
above underlined word ‘for last’ because ‘last month’ 519. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
is point of time. the underlined segment. If there is no need to
Since+last/month/year/week,for+the last+month/year/week substitute it, select No improvement.
Correct Sentence– I would be eternally indebted from you if you
Manish has not been attending the class since last could help me.
month. (a) indebted in you (b) indebted to you
(c) indebted for you (d) No improvement
515. Select the most appropriate option to substitute SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select No Ans. (b) : Preposition ‘to’ is used with the underlined
improvement. part of the above sentence ‘Indebted’. because it gives
Tommy's eyes grew wide on a sight of the new suitable meaning.
bicycle. Correct sentence -
(a) at the sight of (b) at a sight of ''I would be eternally indebted to you if you could help
(c) on the sight of (d) No improvement me.''
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) 520. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Ans. (a) : The underlined segment of the above the underlined segment. If there is no need to
sentence, ‘at the sight of ‘ will be used in place of ‘on a substitute it, select No Improvement.
sight of’. Which is appropriate for the sentence. The child smile on her mother.
Correct Sentence– (a) No Improvement (b) smiled at
Tommy's eyes grew wide at the sight of the new (c) is smiling over (d) smiles on
bicycle. SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
516. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (b) : ‘At’ will because in place of the underlined
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If part of the above sentence ‘on’, because ‘at’
there is no need to substitute it, select No preposition is used with smile.
improvement. Smiled at (sb) means the smile was caused by
The little girl fall off from the terrace. someone.
(a) fell below from (b) fell under Correct Sentence–
(c) fell from (d) No improvement The child smile at her mother.
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I) 521. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Ans : (c) ‘Fell from’ will be used in place of the above the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
underlined part of the sentence ‘fall off from’. there is no need to substitute it, select No
Fall from (Something):- to drop from something at improvement.
some height or to fall of someone or something. The two thieves divided the loot among
Correct Sentence– themselves.
The little girl fell from the terrace. (a) between themselves (b) with them
517. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) No improvement (d) among them
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
there is no need to substitute it, select No Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, ‘between themselves’
improvement. will be used in place of ‘among themselves’.
I'll be at the parlour near 5 pm. Rule :- ‘Among’ is used for more than two persons.
(a) along (b) No improvement ‘Between’ is used for two persons.
(c) till (d) unless Correct sentence -
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) The two thieves divided the loot between themselves.
Ans. (c) : The underlined part of the above sentence, 522. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
‘till’ will be used in place of ‘near’ because ‘till’ is the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
used for a point of time. It is suitable for point of time there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
because ‘5 P.M’ shows a point of time. substitution required'.
Correct sentence - You can buy a plastic cover to put into your
I'll be at the parlour till 5 P.M. computer if you're worried about dust.
518. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (a) put above
the underlined segment. If there is no need to (b) No substitution required
subsstitute it, select No improvement. (c) put onto
She is extremely fond about chocolate and (d) put over
cookies. SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (d) : In the above question computer is covered 527. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
with plastic cover. Hence here ‘put over’. Should be the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
used in underline place of ‘put into’. there is no need to substitute it, select No
Correct Sentence - improvement.
You can buy a plastic cover to put over your computer The movie Uri tells the story of a surgical strike
if you're worried about dust. by the Indian army towards militants in POK.
523. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (a) for militants in POK
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (b) No improvement.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No (c) against militants in POK
substitution required'. (d) over militants at POK
Suresh thought of a splendid idea to celebrate SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III)
his parent's anniversary. Ans. (c) : ‘Against militants in POK’ will be used in
(a) think about a place of the underlined part of the above sentence
(b) No substitution required
(c) thought of 'towards militants in POK’. Because the use of
(d) thought at the ‘against; would be appropriate.
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence–
Ans. (b) : There is no need to substitute. The movie Uri tells the story of a surgical strike by the
Note- ‘of’ preposition is used with ‘think’ when on Indian army against militants in POK.
idea has to be told about it.
524. Select the most appropriate option to substitute I. Voice and Narration
the underlined in the given sentence. If there is 528. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
required'. sentence is grammatically correct.
Charles Dickens writers for the effects in
industrialization on people's lives. Each passenger is allows one piece of carry-on
(a) is writing with luggage.
(b) wrote about (a) No improvement (b) is allowed
(c) No substitution required (c) is allow (d) is allowing
(d) was writing of SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (b) : For the above given underlined part of the
Ans. (b) : ‘Wrote about’ will be used in place of the sentence 'is allows' replaced by 'is allowed' because
underlined part of the given sentence ‘writes for’ sentence is in passive sense.
because ‘sentence’ is simple past tense. Hence the use The correct sentence will be
of wrote would be appropriate.
Correct Sentence–Charles Dickens wrote about the 'Each passenger is allowed one piece of carry on
effects in industrialization on people's lives. luggage.
525. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 529. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select. No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
improvement there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
The Indian forces are known for their bravery. substitution'.
(a) force are known for (b) forces are know of These buildings will demolish by the end of this
(c) No improvement (d) forces in known for year.
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III) (a) will be demolishing
Ans. (c) : No improvement (b) No substitution
Note- * be known for something (c) will be demolish
* be known to somebody (d) will be demolished
526. Select the most appropriate option to substitute SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'will be demolished'
there is no need to substitute it, select No
Improvement will be used in place of underlined part 'will demolish'
My favourite novelist in all was Charles because sentence is in passive voice.
Dickens, who really left his mark on me. P.V. → will + be + V3
(a) No improvement Correct sentence-
(b) My favourite novelist of all These buildings will be demolished by the end of this
(c) My favourite novelist between all year.
(d) My favourite novelist at all 530. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I) Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the above sentence, sentence is grammatically correct.
My favourite novelist of all will be used in place of The medieval knight was knew for his
‘Favourite novelist in all.’ Because it give appropriate horsemanship.
meaning according to sense of the sentence.
Correct Sentence– (a) were known (b) was knows
My favourite novelist of all was Charles Dickens, who (c) No improvement (d) was known
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Ans. (d) : For the above underlined part of the sentence Ans. (b) : Option (b) will be used in the underlined part
'known' (V3) will be used in place of "knew" (V2) of the above sentence because the given sentence is in
because 'verb3' will be used in Passive voice after passive voice and preposition 'about' is used with
'was/were'. awareness. Hence, option (b) will be correct.
Note : 'was/were + V1+ing' is used in Active voice. Correct Sentence-
The first step towards the prevention of cybercrimes
Correct Sentence : would obviously be to promote awareness about
The medieval knight was known for his horsemanship. criminal activities and tighten up security.
531. Select the most appropraite option that can 534. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
substitute the underlined segment in the given Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
sentence. sentence is grammatically correct.
Polythelene terephthalate, one of the most often MLA is a representative electing by the voters
recycled plastics and the material used in the of a constituency to the legislature.
majority of water and soda bottles, can be (a) elected by a (b) elected by the
transformed into everything from polyester (c) elects by a (d) No improvement
fabric to automotive parts. SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
(a) may be converted (b) might be placed Ans. (b) : The most appropriate improve the underlined
(c) may be devaluated (d) might be evolved part of the sentence is option (b) because 'electing by
the' will be replaced by 'elected by the'. The sentence is
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III) in passive voice so, verb (is/am/are + v3) will be used.
Ans. (a) : The underlined segment of the above given Thus, the correct sentence is-
sentence 'can be transformed' is grammatically error 'MLA is a representative elected by the voters of a
because 'may be transformed' is used in the place of 'can constituency to the legislature.
be'. 535. Select the most appropriate option that can
Note- 'May' denotes of possibility of something. substitute the underlined segment in the given
⇒ (May be + VIII) is used in passive voice. sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). select ‘No substitution required’.
The authorities are assured the people that
532. Select the option that will improve the they will look into the matter.
underlined part of the given sentence. (a) No substitution required
Adyasha would have been looked gorgeous in (b) have been assured
ethnic apparel. (c) have assured
(a) would have looked (b) had looking (d) has assured
(c) would be looked (d) was looked SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'have assured' will be
used in place of 'are assured' because sentence is in
Ans. (a) : The underlined part of the given sentence active voice. Hence have + V3 will be used.
'would have been looked ' is grammatically error, the Correct sentence– The authorities have assured the
correct segment is option (a) 'would have looked' people that they will look into the matter.
because after 'would have '+ past participle (V3) is used 536. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
in active voice. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Correct sentence is – 'Adyasha would have looked no substitution is required, select 'No
gorgeous in ethnic apparel.' substitution required'.
533. Select the most appropriate option to substitute The guard had gave a hard push by the crowd.
the underlined segment in the given sentence to (a) was given
(b) gives
make it a meaningful sentence. If no (c) had given
substitution is required, select 'No (d) No substitution required
substitution'. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
The first step towards the prevention of Ans. (a) : In the given sentence underlined part, 'was
cybercrimes will obviously to promote given' will be used in place of 'had gave' because
awareness about criminal activities and tighten sentence is in passive voice.
up security. Correct sentence–The guard had given a hard push by
(a) Would obviously been to promote awareness the crowd.
about criminal activities 537. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(b) Would obviously be to promote awareness the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
about criminal activities there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
substitution'.
(c) No substitution
I am decided to buy a globe for your birthday.
(d) Would obviously be to promote awareness for (a) have deciding (b) No substitution
criminal activates (c) am decide (d) have decided
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Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, 'have decided' will be 541. Select the option that will improve the
used in place of underlined part 'am decided' because underlined part of the given sentence. In case
sentence is in active voice. Hence V3 'will' not be used no improvement is needed, select 'No
with 'am'. improvement required'.
A. v. → am + Ving My teacher said me that I would be famous one
A.v. → have + V3 day.
Correct sentence - (a) asked me
(b) say to me
I have decided to buy a globe for your birthday. (c) told me
538. Select the most appropriate option that can (d) No improvement required
substitute the underlined segment in the given SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, Ans. (c) : ‘Told me’ will be used in place of the
select ‘No substitution required’. underlined part of the above sentence ‘ said me’.
I have been worked hard to finish this project. Because the above sentence is in Indirect speech, so
(a) No substitution required ‘told’ will be used in place of reporting verb ‘said.?
(b) working Correct Sentece -
(c) had been worked My teacher told me that I would be famous one day.
(d) have been working 542. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans. (d) : In the above underlined part, ‘have been no substitution is required, select 'No
working’ will be used in place of ‘have been worked’ substitution required.'
because 'has/have + been + Ving' is used in active voice. The committee members was took a unanimous
Correct Sentence - decision that they would invest in startups.
I have been working hard to finish this project. (a) took
(b) taken
539. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the underlined segment in the given (c) No substitution required
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, (d) takes
select 'No substitution required'. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
She made the shopkeeper to take back the Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'took' will be used in
damaged headset. place of underlined part 'was took' because sentence is
(a) taking back in active voice. Hence 'V2' is used.
(b) take back Correct Sentence-
(c) No substitution required The committee member took a unanimous decision that
(d) taken back they would invest in startups.
SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III 543. Select the option that will improve the
Ans. (b) : In the above underlined part, ‘take back’ will underlined part of the given sentence. In case
be used in place of ‘ to take back’. Because ‘to’ is not no improvement is needed, select 'No
used, after causative verb ‘make’ in active voice. improvement required'.
Has her family being informed about the
Note–‘To; is used after causative verb ‘cause’ and ‘to’ event?
is used after causative verb ‘make’ in passive voice. (a) been informed
Correct sentence– (b) be inform
She made the shopkeeper take back the damaged (c) being informing
headset. (d) No improvement required
540. Select the option that will improve the SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
underlined part of the given sentence. In case Ans. (a) : ‘Been informed’ will be used in place of the
no improvement is needed, select 'No underlined part of the above sentence ‘being informed’
improvement required'. because the above sentence is passive form of present
The children were been drove to the picnic spot perfect tense.
in the school bus. Correct Sentence–
(a) No improvement required
(b) were being driven Has her family been informed about the event?
(c) were been driven 544. Select the most appropriate option to improve
(d) were been driving the underlined segment in the given sentence.
SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III IF there is no need to improve it, select 'No
improvement'.
Ans. (b) : ‘Were being driven’ will be used in place of He was considered a genius by his school
the underlined part of the above sentence ‘were been headmaster.
driven’ because the ‘sentence’ is in passive and the (a) was considering
following structure is used in it. (b) No improvement
was/were + being + verb3 (c) was to be considered
Correct Sentence- (d) was been considered
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school bus. Ans. (b) :There is no need to improve sentence.
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545. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. Correct sentence–
(It is been seen) as a "prestige battle" for the Prohibitory orders were not enforced, with the
PM and a litmus test for the president of the government evidently viewing the looming protests as
opposition party. pressure relief valves instead of as trigger points for
(a) It have been seen (b) It is being seen violence.
(c) It had being seen (d) No improvement 549. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 te underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans. (b) ‘It is being seen’ will be used in place of the there is no need to substitute it, select No
words given in brackets (It is been seen) because the Improvement.
above sentence is passive voice of present continuous In his coming film the Spider-Man will be seen
tense. Whose structure is as follows. in European cities.
Subject +is/am/are + being + verb3 + other (a) No Improvement (b) had been seen
Correct Sentence - (c) has seen (d) was seen
It is being seen as a "Prestige battle" for the PM and a SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
litmus test per the president of the opposition party. Ans. (a) : No Improvement
546. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Note-The above sentence is in passive voice. Hence ‘
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If will + be + V3’ will be used.
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No 550. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
improvement’. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Rohit Sharma have declared the best batsman there is no need to substitute it, select No
of 2019. improvement.
(a) had declared (b) has been declared Every book is wrote by Ruskin Bond is a
(c) No improvement (d) is declaring masterpiece.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II) (a) written (b) has wrote
Ans. (b) : ‘Has been declared’ will be used in place of (c) No improvement (d) have written
the underlined part of the above sentence ‘have SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
declared'. Because the above sentence is based on the Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part, ‘written’ will
structure of passive form. be used because the given sentence is in passive voice.
Hence passive form 'has been' will be used in place of Hence 'is + V3' will be used.
'have'. Correct sentence will be -
Correct Sentence– [Every book written by Ruskin Bond is a masterpiece.]
Rohit Sharma has been declared the best batsman of 551. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
2019. the underlined segment. If there is no need to
547. Select the most appropriate option to substitute substitute it, select No improvement.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If I would have definitely helped you if you had
there is no need to substitute it, select No told me why you did need the money.
improvement. (a) why did you need the money
It has been announcing that the bus will be late (b) why you needed the money
by an hour. (c) why you needs the money
(a) No improvement (d) No improvement.
(b) It is announcing SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) It has announced Ans. (b) : for the above underlined part, ‘needed’ will
(d) It has been announced be used because assertive sentence is used after ‘WH’
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) word in indirect.
Ans. (d) : The underlined part of the above sentence, Correct sentence– I would have definitely helped you
‘it has been announced’ will be used in place of ‘it has if you had told me why you needed the money.
been announcing’. Because the sentence is in formed 552. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
passive voice, So ‘it has been announced’ would be the underlined segment. If there is no need to
appropriate. substitute it, select No improvement.
Correct Sentence– It has been announced that the bus I courteously asked her where was she going
will be late by an hour. but she did not reply.
548. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. (a) she was going (b) was she gone
(c) No improvement (d) will she go
Prohibitory orders (will not) enforced, with the SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II)
government evidently viewing the looming Ans. (a) : ‘she was going’ will be used in place of the
protests as pressure relief valves instead of as underlined segment of the above sentence ‘was the
trigger points for violence. going.
(a) were not (b) willingly Note :- In Indirect speech after conjunction (wh-word)
(c) were be (d) no improvement 'Assertive sentence' is used in place of Interrogative
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I) sentence.
Ans : (a) For the above bracketed part, ‘were not’ will Correct Sentence–
be used because the given sentence is in passive voice. I courteously asked her where she was going but she
Hence 'was/were + V3' will be used. did not reply.

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553. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. (a) No substitution required
Internet providers would not block content (b) one of a west African city-state cultures
because it would (not to be make economic (c) one of the west's African city-state culture
sense) and consumers would not stand for it. (d) one of the west African city-state cultures
(a) not be making economical sense SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
(b) not be make economical sense Ans. (d) : In the bracketed segment of the above given
(c) not make economic sense sentence cultures' (plural) is used in the place of
(d) No improvement 'culture' (Singular).
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 Note–
Ans. (c) For the above bracketed part, ‘to be’ will not One of the + Plural Noun + Singular Verb.
be used because sentence is in active voice. Hence Hence, the correct option is (d).
would + not + V1 will be appropriate. 557. Select the most appropriate option that can
Correct Sentence - substitute the underlined segment in the given
Internet providers would not block content because it sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
would not make economic sense and consumers would select 'No substitution'.
not stand for it. Some passengers misplaced their luggages
554. Select the most appropriate option to substitute before boarding the train.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (a) No substitution
there is no need to substitute it, select no (b) misplaced his luggages
substitution required (c) misplaces their luggages
The banquet hall is been renovate recently. (d) misplaced their luggage
(a) is being renovated SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
(b) has been renovated Ans. (d) : The underlined segment of the above
(c) no substitution required sentence, 'misplaced their luggage' would be appropriate
(d) are being renovate in place of 'misplace their luggages'.
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) Hence option (d) is correct answer.
Ans. (b) : ‘Has been renovated’ will be used in place 558. Select the most appropriate option that can
of the underlined segment of the above sentence ‘is substitute the underlined words in the given
been renovate’, because sentence is based on the sentence.
structure of passive voice. As a rule if an action has She has gone to the stationery store to buy a
been completed recently, then the verb will be in scissor.
present perfect. (a) buy a pair of scissor
Correct Sentence– (b) buy a scissors
The banquet hall has been renovated recently. (c) buying a pair of scissors
555. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (d) buy a pair of scissors
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
there is no need to substitute it, select No Ans. (d) : underlined words of the sentence by a scissor
improvement. will be substituted by option (d) 'buy a pair of scissors.'
On inspection a hundred year old bridge was
In English 'A pair of scissors Can be simply called
being find too weak to take the load of lakhs of 'scissors' as it refers to one object that consists of two
vehicles every day. blades. Nouns like Scissors, Spectacles, trousers are
(a) was being found (b) No improvement plural in nature. To make such nouns singular, phrases
(c) was found to be (d) has to be found like 'a pair of' is used – such singular nouns after adding
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) 'a pair of' are –
Ans. (a) : ‘Was being found’ will be used in place of Ex – a pair of jeans, a pair of pants, a pair of eyeglasses
the underlined part of the above sentence 'was being Correct Sentence
find' because this sentence is expressing the sense of She has gone to the stationary store to buy a pair of
passive voice and ‘the use of V3rd form ‘ is used after scissors.
being. 559. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
Correct Sentence– Choose ‘No improvement’ as an answer if the
On inspection a hundred year old bridge was being sentence is grammatically correct.
found too weak to take the load of lakhs of vehicles I didn't have times to watch the whole movie.
every day. (a) time to watch (b) timer to watched
(c) time to watching (d) No improvement
J. Noun (Case, Gender, Number) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
556. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (a) : For the above underlined part of the sentence
the bracketed segment in the given sentence. If 'time to watch' will be used in place of 'times to watch'
there is no need to substitute it, select 'no because 'time' is uncountable noun. Hence s/es not used
substitution required'. after it.
The Yoruba was (one of the west African city- Correct Sentence : I didn't have time to watch the
state culture). whole movie.
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560. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. 564. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
sentence is grammatically correct. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
None of the witnessed could identify the substitution'.
suspect. Many of the food required for the moving
(a) No improvement migrant workers is arranged by the state
(b) witness had identify government.
(c) witnessed could identified (a) Much of food (b) Any of the food
(d) witnesses could identify (c) Most of the food (d) No substitution
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'witnesses could Ans. (c) : ‘Most of the food’ will be used in place of the
identify' will be used in underlined part, because plural underlined part of the above sentence 'many of the food'
noun form (witnesses) is needed here after 'none of' the. because ‘food’ is an uncountable noun. Hence 'Most'
561. Select the word segment that substitutes will be used.
(replaces) the bracketed word segment Correct Sentence-
correctly and completes the sentence Most of the food required for the moving migrant
meaningfully. In case no improvement is workers is arranged by the state government.
needed, select 'No improvement'.
To be ready for a conflict (is one of the most 565. Select the option that will improve the
effectual mean of) preserving harmony. underlined part of the given sentence. In case
(a) No improvement no improvement is needed, select 'No
inprovement required'.
(b) is one of most effectual means of
(c) is one of the most effectual means of My company beliefs that no one should up late
for work.
(d) is one of most effectual mean with
(a) believing
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
(b) believes
Ans. (c) : In the above bracketed Part of the sentence (c) No improvement required
'means' will be used in place of 'mean' because 'Plural
noun' is used after 'one of the'. (d) belief
Note- One of the + Plural noun + singular verb SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
Correct sentence- Ans. (b) : ‘believes’ (Verb) will be used in place of the
To be ready for a conflict is one of the most effectual underlined part of the above sentence ‘beliefs’ (Noun)
means of preserving harmony. because ‘verb’ is used after subject ‘My company’, not
noun.
562. Select the word segment that substitutes
(replaces) the bracketed word segment Correct Sentence –
correctly and completes the sentence My company believes that no one should turn up late
meaningfully. In case no improvement is for work.
needed, select 'No improvement'. 566. Select the alternative that will improve the
(That's one of the strongest swear word) in underlined part of the sentence in case there is
Spanish. no improvement select “No improvement”.
(a) That is of the strongest swear words In the major cities cost of life is very high.
(b) That's the strongest swear words (a) cost of life are
(c) That's one of the strongest swear words (b) the cost of living are
(d) No improvement (c) No improvement
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I) (d) the cost of living is
Ans. (c) : Bracketed Part of the sentence 'words' will be SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
used in place of 'word' because plural noun is used after Ans. (d) : ‘The cost of living is’ will be used in place
'one of the'. of the above sentence ‘the cost of life is’, because in
Note- One of the + Plural noun + singular verb the sense of livelihood, ‘living’ will be used in place of
Correct Sentence- ‘life’. And ‘the’ will be used before cost. Because two
nouns joined by ‘of’. Then ‘the’ is used before the first
That's one of the strongest swear words in Spanish.
noun.
563. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Correct Sentence– In the major cities the cost of
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the living is very high.
sentence is grammatically correct.
567. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
She cuts her haired short in the summer.
The Centre would reconsider its draft and limit
(a) hair short (b) hairy short its scope to just providing relief to women,
(c) No improvement (d) hair shortest (instead of creating a new regulative).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) (a) instead of creating a new regulatory
Ans. (a) : For the above sentence, 'Hair' will be used in (b) instead of making a new regulator
place of underlined part "Haired" because Noun (Hair) (c) instead of creating a new regulation
will be used after Possessive Adjective (her) whereas (d) No improvement
'Haired' is used as Adjective. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
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Ans. (c) In the above sentence, Regulative (adj) and (a) committed many mistakes
new (adj) both have come together which is wrong with (b) make many mistakes
the rules of sentence structure. Noun is always used (c) No improvement required
after New (adj). (d) did many a mistakes
Therefore, regulation (noun) will be used in place of SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II
‘regulative’.
Correct Sentence– Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, ‘committed many
The Centre would reconsider its draft and limit its scope mistakes’ will be used in place of did much mistakes
to just providing relief to women, instead of creating a because ‘commit’ is used with mistake and ‘many’ will
new regulation. be used in place of ‘much’ because ‘mistakes’ is used as
568. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. a countable noun.
Correct sentence –
"An interview after the campaign ends (is the
normal) for every candidate and every He committed many mistakes.
campaigner in every election," he said. 572. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(a) is the norm (b) is the norm ally the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) is continuality (d) No improvement there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 improvement',
Ans. (a) According to the sense of the above sentence, The Delhi Birla International School alumnus
‘Norm’ will be used in place of in bracket part 'normal'. occupy leading positions in different areas of
Which give the suitable meaning for the sentence. profession and service.
Correct Sentence– (a) alummus occupies (b) alumni occupy
“An interview after the campaign ends is the norm for (c) No improvement (d) alumnus occupying
every candidate and every campaigner in every SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
election”, he said. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, instead of ‘Alumnus
569. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. occupy’, ‘Alumni occupy’ will be used. Because
The tribunal noted that the driver of the ‘alumni’ is a plural noun and the sentence is talking
(offend) truck did not lead any evidence in about ‘plural noun’.
rebuttal of the claims. Correct Sentence–
(a) offencing (b) offending The Delhi Birla International School alumni occupy
(c) offence (d) No improvement leading positions in different areas of profession and
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 service.
Ans. (b) ‘offending’ will be used in place of in 573. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
bracket part of the above sentence ‘offend’. Because the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
‘participle’ is used as an adjective. Because the used of there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
noun ‘truck’ is correct after it. improvement'.
Correct Sentence - India has lost a veteran actor with the deceased
The tribunal noted that the driver of the offending truck of Shriram Lagoo.
did not lead any evidence in rebuttal of the claims. (a) No improvement (b) bereavement
570. Select the alternative that will improve the (c) expired (d) demise
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
no improvement select 'No improvement'. Ans. (d) : The use of demise (the end or failure of
I had no informations about the bank strike so something) would be appropriate in the underlined part
I went there yesterday. of the above sentence. Here 'demise' will be used in
(a) not got informations about place of ‘deceased’, because ‘noun’ will come after
(b) no informations concerning article ‘the’ and not adjective.
(c) no information about The meaning of other options-
(d) No improvement Bereavement :- the state of having lost a relative or
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I) close friend because they have died.
Ans. (c) ‘No information about’ would be appropriate Expired:- No longer valid because the period of time
in place of the underlined part of the above sentence, for which it could be used. Has ended.
because the plural form of ‘Information, scenery, Correct Sentence -
Luggage is not used. India has lost a veteran actor with the demise of
Hence ‘s/es’ is not used at the end of it. Shriram Lagoo.
Correct Sentence–
574. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
I had no information about the bank strike so I went the underlined segment in the given sentence. if
there yesterday. there is no need to substitute is, select No
571. Select the option that will improve the improvement.
underlined part of the given sentence. In case Tons of sheep were grazing in the field.
no improvement is needed, select 'No (a) Numerous sheeps (b) A flock sheep
improvement required'. (c) No improvement (d) Many sheeps
He did much mistakes. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (b) : In the given sentence the underlined part of 578. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
‘A flock of sheep’ will be used in place of ‘Tons of Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
sheep’ because the word ‘Flock’ is used for the group sentence is grammatically correct.
of animals. The most worrying aspect of climate change is
Correct Sentence– the effect it has on the world's food supply.
A flock of sheep were grazing in the field. (a) No improvement
575. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (b) A most worry aspect
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (c) A worried aspects
there is no need to substitute it, select No (d) The most worrying aspect
improvement.
The student's knowing of the subject SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
astonished the teacher. Ans. (a) : For the above given, underlined part of
(a) students knowing (b) student's knowledge sentence will not be Improve because it is correct
(c) students knowledge (d) No improvement sentence.
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) Thus, the correct answer is option (a)
Ans. (b) : ‘Knowledge’ is used in place of the 579. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
underlined part of the above sentence ‘knowing’. Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
Because ‘noun’ is used after Apostrophe(‘s). sentence is grammatically correct.
Hence the use of knowledge is appropriate. It is the most effective means of mass
Correct Sentence– communication.
''The student's knowledge of the subject astonished the (a) the most effectively (b) a most effectives
teacher.''
(c) a most effecting (d) No improvement
576. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
there is no need to substitute it, select No Ans. (d) : There is no improvement for the underlined
improvement. part of the sentence because it is appropriate already.
In case of actual requirement, there is a dearth 'It is the most effective means of mass communication'.
of woman army officer in our state. Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(a) women army officer 580. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
(b) woman army officers Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
(c) no improvement sentence is grammatically correct.
(d) women army officers Drive two blocks and turn right at the traffic
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II) lights.
Ans. (d) : ‘Women army officers’ will be used in place (a) turn right in (b) No improvement
of ‘woman army officer’ because here is a need for a
plural noun. (c) turns right at (d) turn rightly at
Note :- To make plural of women officer both the SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
words are made plural. e.g. women officers. Ans. (b) : No improvement. The underlined part of the
Correct Sentence- above sentence ‘turn right at’ is grammatically correct.
In case of actual requirement, there is a dearth of The correct sentence is – ‘Drive two blocks and turn
women army officers in our state. right at the traffic lights’.
Hence, the correct answer is option (b).
K. Miscellaneous 581. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
577. Select the word segment that substitutes Choose ‘No improvement’ as an answer if the
(replaces) the bracketed word segment sentence is grammatically correct.
correctly and completes the sentence Cell phones keeps loved ones and those nearly
meaningfully. Select the option 'no correction them well connected.
required' if the sentence is correct as given. (a) keep loved ones and those near
He (returned back) Cambridge shortly before (b) keeping loved and nearly
three o'clock. (c) kept love and near
(a) appeared (d) No improvement
(b) showed SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) No correction required Ans. (a) : The underlined part of the above given
(d) reached sentence – ‘Keeps loved ones and those nearly’ is
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) grammatically incorrect because the given sentence is in
Ans. (d) : The appropriate answer for the bracketed ‘Simple Present tense’ therefore, ‘Verb1’ is used with
word is 'reached' (V2). Because the sentence is in past plural subject (Cell phones), and ‘near’ is used in the
indefinite tense. The correct answer is– place of ‘nearly’.
'He reached combridge shortly before three o' clock'. The correct sentence – Cell phones keep loved ones and
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). those near them well connected.
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582. Select the option that can be used as a one- 586. Select the most appropriate option that can
word substitute for the underlined phrase in substitute the underlined segment in the given
the following sentence. sentence.
She was known for her ability to communicate Dogs are the most adorable and lovable beings
effectively and express herself clearly in writing to tie.
and speaking. (a) Beings to see (b) animals to play
(a) articulation (b) mumbling (c) organisms to watch (d) pets to keep
(c) incoherence (d) rambling SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV)
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : 'Pets to keep' will be used in the underlined
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined group of word part of the given sentence because it is giving proper
'ability to communicate effectively and express herself meaning according to the sense of the sentence.
clearly in writing and speaking is option (a) Correct Sentence-
Articulation gives appropriate meaning. Other options
Dogs are the most adorable and lovable pets to keep.
give different meaning.
Mumbling - Grumble 587. Select the most appropiate option to substitute
Incoherence - Irrational the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The bufotoxin present on a toad's skin can
Rambling - Garrulous
irritate you but touching a toad shall not cause
583. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. you warts.
Choose ‘No improvement’ as an answer if the (a) Was not cause (b) Do not cause
sentence is grammatically correct.
(c) Has not given (d) Won't give
The Tagore House is rehearsing a skit for the
school’s Annual Day Function. SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) was rehearse a skit Ans. (d) : Option (d) 'won't give' will be used in the
(b) No improvement underlined part of the given sentence because the future
(c) is rehearsed an skit tense 'shall' isn't typically used in this type of
conditional statement about a general truth. Hence
(d) has been rehearsing a skits
option (d) will be used.
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Correct sentence-
Ans. (b) : No improvement. The underline part of the The bufotoxin present on a toad's skin can irritate you
above given sentence 'is rehearsing a skit' is but touching a toad won't give you warts.
grammatically correct because the sentence is in present
continuous tense, the verb is used according to the 588. Select the most appropriate option that can
(sub.). substitute the underlined segment in the given
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). sentence.
584. Select the most appropriate option to substitute We should also learn to trust what he says.
the bracketed segment in the given sentence. If after all, he is a reformed person now.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'no (a) To give someone the benefit of the doubt
substitution required'. The query isn't (b) To make matters worse
(whether he will admit it, but when). (c) No pain, no gain
(a) whether he will admit it or not, but when? (d) To wrap our head around something
(b) whether he will be admitting it or not, but SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
when? Ans. (a) : Option (a) 'To give someone the benefit of
(c) No substitution required the doubt' will be used in the underlined part of the
(d) whether or nor he will admit it, but when? above sentence because in the sentence, the speaker
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) suggest they should trust a person who has reformed,
Ans. (c) : No substitution required. implying giving them chance despite doubts that may
585. Select the most appropriate option that can exist due to past behaviour.
substitute the underlined segment in the given 'To give someone the benefit of the doubt' is an idiom.
sentence. Correct Sentence-
They took a while to establish the threat. We should also learn to give someone the benefit of the
(a) Recognise the threat doubt after all, he is a reformed person now.
(b) manifest the threat 589. Select the most appropriate option that can
(c) Negotiate the threat substitute the underlined segment in the given
(d) Move the threat sentence.
SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II) The way someone talks and behaves introduces
Ans. (a) : "Recognize the threat" will be used in the the characteristics of a person.
underlined part of the given sentence because threat is (a) Symbolises the gestures
recognized not established. Other options give different (b) Effects the aura
meaning. (c) Defines the personality
Correct Sentence- (d) Postulates the personality
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Ans. (c) : Option (c) 'defines the personality' will be 593. Select the most appropriate option that can
used in the underlined part of the given sentence substitute the underlined segment in the given
because it is giving proper meaning according to the sentence.
sense of the sentence. To enable women to become literate and
Correct sentence- provide for themselves, education for girls
must be done voluntary.
The way someone talks and behaves defines the
(a) Made mandatory
personality of a person.
(b) Enabled extensively
590. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) Kept secret
the underlined segment in the given sentence. (d) done compulsory
Purchasing furniture at a low cost could not SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
involve abandoning design or quality.
Ans. (a) : 'Made mandatory' is the most appropriate
(a) should not entail sacrificing option that can substitute the underlined segment in the
(b) did not provoke compromising given sentence.
(c) have not done regretting Hence option (a) 'Made mandatory' is correct
(d) cannot force forgetting answer.
SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I) 594. Select the most appropriate option that can
Ans. (a) : In the underlined part of the above sentence. substitute the underlined segment in the given
instead of 'could not involve abandoning', 'should not sentence.
entail sacrificing' will be used. Because there is a sense Land with unoccupied possession is pretending
of advice in the sentence. Hence the use of should will to be more valuable.
be appropriate. (a) are likely to be (b) was similarly to be
Correct sentence- (c) is likely to be (d) have likely to be
Purchasing furniture at a low cost should not entail SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
sacrificing design or quality. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above
591. Select the most appropriate option that can underlined segment, 'is likely to be' will be used in place
of 'pretending to be'.
substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. The other options do not give the suitable meaning.
Hence option (c) is correct answer.
Athira would like to get him a special birthday
present, but nothing springs to mind. 595. Select the most appropriate option that can
(a) from the beginning of time substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence.
(b) dawns on
From a recent research, evident is it that a lot
(c) almost always more women have been opting for professional
(d) forget about something courses.
SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV) (a) it is evident that more a lot women
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, the most appropriate (b) it is evident that a lot more women
substitute of underlined part 'Springs to mind' is option (c) it is evidence that a lot more women
(b) "dawns on" which means "to come quickly into (d) it is evidently that a lot more women
your mind, gives appropriate meaning." Other options SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II)
give different meaning. Ans. (b) : The underlined segment 'evident is it that a
592. Select the most appropriate option that can lot more women' can be replaced by option (b) 'it is
substitute the underlined segment in the given evident that a lot more women' . Because inversion of
sentence. order of sentences is unnecessary have as sentence does
I regarded my brother on passing his not have interrogative nature.
graduation examination. Correct Sentence
(a) congratulated (b) disparaged From a recent research, It is evident that a lot more
women have been opting for professional course.
(c) flattered (d) kowtowed
SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I) 596. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the underlined segment in the
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate option that can following sentence.
substitute the underlined segment 'regarded' is As the storm raged outside, the children
'Congratulated' (Applaided). huddled together under blankets, listening to
Meaning of the other options- the sound of the rain hitting the windows hard
Disparaged - Demean and hoping that the power wouldn’t go out.
Flattered - Cojoled (a) climbing up to the windows
Kowtowed - Solution, hallo (b) beating off the windows
Correct Sentence- (c) setting off the windows
I Congratulated my brother on passing his graduation (d) pounding against the windows
examination. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d) : The correct substitution of the underlined Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'drowen' will be used
segment 'hitting the windows hard' is option (d) in bracketed part. because sentence is in past tense.
'pounding against the windows.' Correct sentence-
Because "Pounding " means to hit something hard Titanic drowned after midnight.
option (d) correctly replaces the underlined segment. 601. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
Correct sentence Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
As the storm raged outside, the children huddled sentence is grammatically correct.
together under blankets, listening to the sounds of the I can hear the band which is playing patriotic
rain pounding against the windows and hoping that the tunes, in the playground.
power wouldn't go out. (a) No improvement (b) patriot tunes
597. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) patriotic tuning (d) patriotically tuned
the underlined segment in the following SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III)
sentence. Ans. (a) : No improvement
With the harsh words of the boss, Srujan felt 602. Improve the underlined part of the sentence.
sad, but his colleague’s words created insult to Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the
injury. sentence is grammatically correct.
(a) attached insult to injury The dog chased the ball into the neighbour's
(b) provoked insult to injury yard.
(c) added insult to injury (a) chase the ball (b) No improvement
(d) added injury to insult (c) chasing the ball (d) has chasing the ball
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate substitute of the Ans. (b) : No improvement
underlined segment 'created insult to injury' is 'added 603. Select the option that will improve the
insult to injury'. It is an idiom, which means 'to make a underlined part of the sentence. In case no
bad situation even worse'. improvement is needed, select 'No
Hence, the correct option is (c). improvement'.
598. Select the most appropriate option that can Herbalism had become an all but extinct skill
substitute the underlined words in the given in the Western world.
sentence. (a) No improvement
Students were asked to write the historical (b) Herbalism has become but all an extinct skill
events in the order of their occurrence. (c) Herbalism become an extinct skill
(a) chronological order (d) Herbalism has become but an extinct skill
(b) historic order SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II)
(c) aesthetic order Ans. (a) : No improvement
(d) diachronic order 604. Select the most appropriate option to improve
SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV) the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans. (a) : For the above sentence underlined group of there is no need to improve it, select 'no
word, 'the order of their occurrence' option (a) improvement required'.
'Chronological order' is appropriate. Other options give Learning a poem by heart is meaningless if you
different meaning. do not understand it.
599. Improve the underlined part of the sentence. (a) To learning a poem at heart
Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the (b) no improvement required
sentence is grammatically correct. (c) Learning a poem in heart
Remember to close the windows before you (d) Learn a poem by heart
leave. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
(a) you leave (b) No improvement Ans. (b) : No. improvement required.
(c) you leaves (d) you have leaving Note : In sentence, the use of learning is used as present
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV) participle.
Ans. (b) : No improvement 605. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
600. Select the word segment that substitutes the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(replaces) the bracketed word segment there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
correctly and complete the sentence substitution'.
meaningfully. Select the option 'no correction The situation in the city is now fully under
required' if the sentence is correct as given. control.
Titanic (was sink) after midnight. (a) beside (b) No substitution
(a) was drown (c) below (d) beneath
(b) sunked SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
(c) No correction required Ans. (b) : No correction required in the sentence.
(d) drowned Hence option (b) is correct.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV) Option (b) is correct
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606. Select the most appropriate option to improve Ans. (c) : There is no grammatical error in this
the underlined segment in thie given sentence. sentence. Hence no substitution is required, option (c)
If there is no need to improve it, select 'No will be correct answer.
improvement required'. 610. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Sonali as well as her brother is performing at the underline segment in the given sentence.
the show tonight. The affection of her husband carried her up in
(a) were performing the midst of all her problems.
(b) are performing (a) stood her up (b) tore her up
(c) have performance (c) drove her up (d) bore her up
(d) No improvement required SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II Ans. (d) : ‘Bore her up’ is appropriate in place of the
Ans. (d) : In the given sentence , ‘Main subject’ is – underlined part of the above sentence ‘carried her up’.
Sonali: which is in singular Number whereas ‘As well Because other option gives the different meaning.
as her brother’ is Adjective phrase. Correct sentence–
Hence according to Sonali. Singular verb is used and The affection of her husband bore her up in the midst of
there is no correction in the sentence. all her problems.
Hence option (d) is correct. 611. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
607. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underline segment in the given sentence.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If The Ukranian soldiers passed in for several
no substitution is required, select 'No weeks.
substitution required'. (a) held out (b) hanged to
Hears to the news tonight at 9 pm. as there will (c) hanged in (d) get off
be an important announcement about the SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III
budget. Ans. (a) : The use of ‘held out’ instead of ‘Passed in’ in
(a) Hear to the underlined portion of the above sentence gives a
(b) Listened to suitable meaning to the sentence. Other options have
(c) No substitution required different meaning.
(d) Listen to Correct sentence –
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
The Ukranian soldiers held out for several weeks.
Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, ‘Listen to’ will be used
in place of ‘Hears to’. Because we use hear for sounds 612. Select the most appropriate option that can
that come to our ears, and listen is used to describe substitute the underlined segment in the given
paying attention to sounds that are going on. sentence.
Correct Sentence- I told Pooja that she could have use my car to
Listen to the news tonight at 9pm. as there will be an get around while she is in my hometown.
important announcement about the budget. (a) that she can use my car to get away with
(b) that she could have use my car to get away
608. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) that she could have use my car to get around
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If with
no substitution is required, select 'No (d) that she can use my car to get around
substitution'. SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III
Impending natural disasters produce us
Ans. (d) : The underlined part of the above sentence,
constant worry. ‘can use’ will be used in place of ‘could have use’.
(a) instill (b) cause Because the use of can gives appropriate meaning
(c) No substitution (d) provoke according to the sentence.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I Correct sentence–
Ans. (b) : The underlined part of the above sentence, I told pooja that she can use my car to get around while
‘cause’ will be used in place of ‘produce’. Because it she is in my hometown.
gives appropriate explanation to the sentence. 613. Select the most appropriate option that can
Correct Sentence- substitute the underlined word in the given
Impending natural disasters cause us constant worry. sentence.
609. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Due to his hard work, he established a
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If succesful career.
no substitution is required, select 'No (a) successful (b) sucessfful
substitution required'. (c) sucessful (d) sucessful
The crisis was adverted due to timely SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III
intervention by the government. Ans. (a) : ‘Successful’ will be used in the underlined
(a) was been averted part of the above sentence because successful is spelled
(b) be averted correctly. The spelling given in the other options is
(c) No substitution required incorrect.
(d) is avert Correct sentence–
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II Due to his hard work, he established a successful career.
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614. Select the most appropriate option that can 618. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
substitute the underlined segment in the given the underline segment in the given sentence.
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, I called of an explanation for his rude
select ‘No substitution required’. At the end of behaviour.
our first two weeks on the island, we were (a) called in (b) called into
informed that our lawyers, Bram Fischer and (c) called out (d) called
Joel Joffe, were going to be visiting the SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
following day.
(a) we are informed Ans. (c) : The underlined segment of the above
sentence, called out (to say something in a loud voice)
(b) we were inform will be used in place of called of. Because it gives
(c) No substitution required suitable meaning for this sentence.
(d) we get inform Other options have different meaning.
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I Correct Sentence-
Ans. (a) : There is no need to substitute it. I called out an explanation for his rude behaviour.
615. Select the option that will improve the 619. Select the option that will improve the
underlined part of the given sentence. underlined part of the given sentence.
Life is hard, unpredictable, but though Reema and Aasha were frolicking in the park
manageable. (a) were performing in the garden
(a) though achievable (b) although bearable (b) were participating in the garden
(c) despite practicable (d) still controllable (c) were enjoying in the garden
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II (d) were playing in the garden
Ans. (d) : The use of ‘still controllable’ is used in place SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
of the underlined part of the above sentence ‘though Ans. (d) : ‘Were playing in the garden’ will be used in
manageable’. It gives a suitable meaning to the place of the underlined part of the above sentence
sentence. ‘Were frolicking in the park.
Other options have different meanings. Garden :- An area next to one’s house where you can
Correct Sentence - grow flower’s fruit, vegetables etc. usually with a later.
Life is hard, unpredictable, but still controllable. Park :- An area where people go to walk and relax.
616. Select the option that will improve the Note:- The sense of the above sentence is already
underlined part of the given sentence. suitable. But the phrase given in option (d) can also be
I would like to thank you for your coming out used in the sentence.
tonight. 620. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(a) for your will come out the underlined segment in the given sentence.
(b) for comes out I was carried by her rapturous song.
(c) for coming out (a) carried of (b) carried away
(d) for you came out (c) carried off (d) carried to
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
Ans. (c) : The use of ‘your’ is superfluous in the Ans. (b) : The use of ‘carried away’ is appropriate in
underlined part of the above sentence. Because ‘you’ place of the underlined part of the above sentence,
has used as an object and gives complete meaning for carried’. It gives the proper meaning for the sentence.
the sentence. Other options have different meaning.
Correct Sentence- Correct sentence–
I would like to thank you for coming out tonight. I was carried away by her raptorous song.
617. Select the option that will improve the 621. Select the option that will improve the
underlined part of the given sentence. underlined part of the given sentence. In case
In this scene, a close-up shot was taken by the no improvement is needed, select 'No
cameraman for display the emotions. improvement required'.
(a) in order of emotions Her forty-fourth birthday had just passed,
(b) in order to display the emotions unnoticed by all but herself.
(c) for show of emotions (a) had just passed, unnoticed by but all herself
(d) to show emotions (b) has just passed, unnoticed by all herself
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I (c) has just passed, unnoticed by but all herself
Ans. (b) : ‘In order to display the emotions’ will be (d) No improvement required
used in place of the underlined segment of the above SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
sentence ‘for display the emotions’. Because the use of Ans. (d) : There is no improvement required.
‘in order to’ gives the proper meaning for the sentence. 622. Select the most appropriate option that can
Correct Sentence - substitute the underlined segment in the given
In this scene, a close-up shot was taken by the sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
cameraman in order to display the emotions. select 'No substitution required'.
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I can't make out my mind about taking a 626. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
vacation in winter. the underlined segment in the given
(a) made out sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
(b) make up select ‘No substitution required’.
(c) No substitution required Of the two plans submitted by the architect,
(d) make on this is the one more likely to be accepted.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III (a) most likely
Ans. (b) : In the underlined part of the given sentence, (b) most likelihood
‘make up’ will be used in place of ‘make at’. Make out (c) No substitution required
means (to see, hear or understand something or (d) much likely
someone with difficulty.) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II
While Make up :- to invent something, such as an Ans. (c) : There is no need to substitute it.
excuse or a story, often in order to deceive. I can’t make 627. Select the option that will improve the
up my mind. underlined part of the given sentence. In case
623. Select the most appropriate option to substitute no improvement is needed, select 'No
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If improvement required'.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No We might as well watch a film on TV as there’s
substitution required'. nothing much to do.
It is quite difficult to make on what this doctor (a) No improvement required
writes. (b) may as well as
(a) made on (c) may as such
(b) make out (d) might well
(c) make in SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
(d) No substitution required Ans. (a) : There is no need to substitute it.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III 628. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Ans. (b) : In the given sentence, ‘make out’ the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(understand). Will be used in place of ‘make on’ there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
(continue). According to the sense of the sentence. substitution required.’
Correct Sentence– A tigress has given birth to a cub in the
It is difficult to make out what this doctor writes. Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, taking the big cat
624. Select the most appropriate option that can population to 78.
substitute the underlined segment in the given (a) was birthed
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, (b) no substitution required
select 'No substitution required'. (c) is given births
The dress may pleasantly be delivered to us at (d) has give birth
the earliest. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
(a) may kindly (b) must pleasantly Ans. (b) : No substitution required.
(c) might kindly (d) No substitution required 629. Select the option that will improve the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II underlined part of the given sentence. In case
Ans. (a) : Kindly mean- In a kind way. Hence no improvement is needed, select 'No
according to the sense of sentence, ‘may kindly’ will be improvement required'.
used in place of ‘may pleasantly’. Carrying an umbrella is not at all a good idea
Pleasantly means- in a way that is fun attractive or during thunderstorms.
gives pleasure. (a) Carried an umbrella
625. Select the most appropriate option that can (b) Carry an umbrella
substitute the underlined segment in the given (c) No improvement required
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, (d) Carrying a umbrella
select ‘No substitution required’. SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I
In spite of my niece's dog Casper is very Ans. (c) : No improvement required.
mischievous, he is lovable. 630. Select the option that will improve the
(a) Nevertheless my niece underlined part of the given sentence. In case
(b) However my nieces no improvement is needed, select 'No
(c) No substitution required improvement required'.
(d) Although my niece's Shubham and I were watching football match
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I in our bedroom.
(a) I were watched
Ans. (d) : In given underline part, sentence tries to
convey the meaning that the narrator's niece's dog (b) I was watching
casper is very mischievous, yet he is lovable. (c) me is watching
In this sentence, ‘although’ will be used in place of ‘in (d) No improvement required
spite of’ SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
Hence option (d) is correct answer. Ans. (d) : No improvement required.
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631. Select the option that will improve the (a) for what
underlined part of the given sentence. In case (b) for which
no improvement is needed, select 'No (c) off that
improvement required'. (d) No improvement required
I knew very little Spanish when I came here, SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
but I have been learning and can now make
myself understood. Ans. (a) : ‘For what (whatever) will be used in place of
the underlined part of the above sentence ‘of which’.
(a) when I come here, however Because it gives appropriate meaning. According to the
(b) upon arriving her, since sense of the sentence. Other options are not suitable.
(c) No improvement required Correct Sentence –
(d) as soon as I came here, but I am sorry for what my mother said.
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
636. Select the option that will improve the
Ans. (c) : No improvement required underlined part of the given sentence. In case
632. Select the option that will improve the no improvement is needed, select 'No
underlined part of the given sentence. In case improvement required'.
no improvement is needed, select 'NO Why should we give up everything?
improvement required'. (a) gives up
Please consult a doctor before you take any (b) given off
medicine. (c) gave at
(a) consulting (d) No improvement required
(b) consulted SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
(c) No improvement required Ans. (d) : No improvement required.
(d) consults 637. Select the option that will improve the
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II underlined part of the given sentence. In case
Ans. (c) : No improvement required. no improvement is needed, select 'No
633. Select the options that will improve the improvement required'.
underlined part of the given sentence. In case The courses provided by the training institute
no improvement is needed, select 'No were more than enough.
improvement required'. (a) more then enough
The water at her place was cool and had a (b) more enough
metallic taste. (c) most enough
(a) was cooling and have (d) No improvement required
(b) No improvement required SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
(c) were cool and have Ans. (d) : No improvement required.
(d) was coolest and has 638. Select the option that will improve the
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I underlined part of the given sentence. In case
Ans. (b) : No improvement required. no improvement is needed, select 'No
improvement required'.
634. Select the options that will improve the Grammar is just a natural function of
underlined part of the given sentence. In case children's brains, and they apply it to whatever
no improvement is needed, select 'No they find.
improvement required'.
(a) No improvement required
The eighteenth century saw the middle classes
becoming most prosperous. (b) they applied them do
(a) been more than (c) they apply them for
(b) No improvement required (d) they apply that in
(c) become more SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
(d) became most Ans. (a) : There is no need to substitute it.
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II 639. Select the option that will improve the
Ans. (c) : ‘Become more’ will be used in place of the underlined part of the given sentence. In case
above sentence ‘becoming most’ because generally, no improvement is needed, select 'No
‘more’ is used in the sense of showing excess. improvement required'.
Correct Sentence– He went to bed early to get up on time to attend
his morning lecture.
The eighteenth century saw the middle classes become
more prosperous. (a) get up over time
(b) No improvement required
635. Select the option that will improve the (c) get up for time
underlined part f the given sentence. Incase no (d) get up at time
improvement is needed, select 'No
improvement required'. SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
I am sorry of which my mother said. Ans. (b) : There is no need to substitute it.
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640. Select the most appropriate option that can (a) bothered (b) interested
substitute the underlined segment in the given (c) accounted (d) disassociated
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
select ‘No substitution required’. Ans. (b) : ‘Interested’ will be used instead of the
Naveena won a scholarship to further studies in underlined part of the above sentence ‘associated’
medicine and decided to go abroad. because It gives suitable meaning, according to the
(a) for further study on medicine sense of sentence.
(b) in furthering studies with medicine Correct sentence–In this modern world, everyone is
(c) for further studies in medicine interested in making easy money.
(d) No substitution required 645. Select the most appropriate option that can
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II substitute the underlined segment in the given
Ans. (c) : ‘For further studies in medicine’ will be used sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
in place of the underlined part of the above sentence ‘ to select 'No substitution required'.
further studies in medicine’ because in the sentence The ostrich is an interesting bird which has
‘for’ will be used in the sense of ‘further styudeis? wings but cannot fly.
Correct Sentence - (a) which has got wing but cannot fly
(b) which have wings but cannot fly
Naveena won a scholarship for further studies in (c) which is having wings but cannot fly
medicine and decided to go abroad. (d) No substitution required
641. Select the option that will improve the SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
underlined part of the given sentence. In case Ans. (d) : No substitution required.
no improvement is needed, select 'No
improvement required'. The strong wind 646. Select the most appropriate option that can
almost lifted me off my feet. substitute the underlined segment in the given
(a) above my feet sentence. If there is on need to substitute it,
select 'No substitution required'.
(b) No improvement required
The actor along with his new wife is expected
(c) over my feet
shortly.
(d) against my feet (a) No substitution required
SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I (b) are being
Ans. (b) : No improvement required. (c) are expected
642. Select the most appropriate option that can (d) has expected
substitute the underlined segment in the given SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, Ans. (a) : No substitution required
select ‘No substitution required’.
Skydiving was a rare opportunity that I had 647. Select the most appropriate option that can
got, so, even though I was exhausted, I decided substitute the underlined word in the given
to go for it. sentence.
(a) No substitution required 'Angulimala' lived by training travellers and
(b) so despite however feared no one.
(c) as yet though (a) disillusioning (b) distilling
(d) still even if (c) plundering (d) mischallenging
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (a) : No substitution required Ans. (c) : ‘Plundering’ (loot) will be used instead of the
643. Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the above sentence ‘training’.
underlined part of the sentence. In case no because it gives appropriate meaning according to sense
improvement is needed, select 'No of the sentence.
improvement required'. Disillusioning :- to destroy somebody’s belief in or
The decision to become a doctor is completely good opinion of somebody / something.
hers.
Distilling :- to let fall, exude, to purify.
(a) No improvement required
Mischallenging :- bad challenge.
(b) is completely her
(c) is complete her's Correct sentence –
(d) are completely her 'Angulimala' lived by plundering travellers and feared
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II no one.
Ans. (a) : No improvement required. 648. Select the option that will improve the
644. Select the most appropriate option that can underlined part of the given sentence. In case
substitute the underlined word in thegiven no improvement is needed, select 'No
sentence. improvement required'.
In this modern world, everyone is associated in The sun had set by the time we reached the
making easy money. hilltop.
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(a) we reach 653. Select the most appropriate option that can
(b) we were reaching substitute the underlined segment in the given
(c) we had reached sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
(d) No improvement required select 'No substitution required'.
SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I The three friends spent over an hour discussing
the problem with their teacher.
Ans. (d) : No improvement required.
(a) discussing about
649. Select the most appropriate option that can (b) discussing on
substitute the underlined segment in the given (c) having discussion on
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
select 'No substitution required'. (d) No substitution required
Many of the apples were rotten. SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
(a) was rotten Ans. (d) : No substitution required.
(b) No substitution required Discuss → something with somebody
(c) is been rotten 654. Select the option that will improve the
(d) is rotten underlined part of the given sentence. In case
SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II no improvement is needed, select 'No
Ans. (b) : No substitution requred. improvement required'.
650. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Not only did he run away from home, but also
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If stole the money.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'no (a) No improvement required
substitution'. (b) He only did not run
I need someone very strong to lift this heavy (c) Only he did not ran
bag. (d) Not only did he ran
(a) No substitution (b) Need SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
(c) Am need (d) Am in need
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (a) : No improvement required
Ans. (a) : No substitution. 655. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
651. Select the most appropriate option that can the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
substitute the underlined word in the given there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
sentence. improvement'.
At the time I was driving near Delhi, I perfectly It was cloudy in the morning but the sun is
felt the need to stretch my legs. shining now.
(a) effortlessly (b) suddenly (a) the sun has shone (b) No improvement
(c) normally (d) partially (c) the sun were shining (d) a sun is shining
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : ‘Suddenly’ (quickly and unexpected) will be Ans. (b) : No improvement.
used instead of the underlined part of the above Note- The second clause of the sentence is giving the
sentence ‘perfectly’, because it gives proper meaning, sense of present tense.
according to the sense of the sentence. Hence, 'is + verb + ing' will be used.
Correct sentence– 656. Select the option that will improve the
At the time I was driving near Delhi, I suddenly felt the underlined segment in the given sentence. In
need to stretch my legs. case no improvement is needed, select 'No
improvement'
652. Select the most appropriate option that can I must have dropped one of my gloves in the
substitute the underlined word in the given car.
sentence. (a) any (b) No improvement
As we all are aware, silk is dedicated from the (c) an (d) the
cocoons of mulberry silkworms. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) derived (b) decorated Ans. (b) : There is no need to substitute it select ‘No
(c) decimated (d) deflected substitution required’
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
657. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, ‘ derived’ will be used the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
instead of ‘dedicated’ (devote), Because it gives suitable there is no need to substitute it select 'No
meaning for this sentence. substitution required'.
Other options have different meaning. Fermented vegetables can be stored for about a
Decorated – To furnish with something. year without going bad.
Decimated – to cause great destruction or harm. (a) with going bad
Deflected – to turn coside. (b) to go bad
Correct sentence (c) No substitution required
As we all are aware, silk is derived from the cocoons of (d) without going worst
mulberry silkworms. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c) : There is no need to substitute it select ‘No 663. Select the alternative that will improve the
substitution required’. underlined part of the sentence in case there is
658. Select the most appropriate option to substitute no improvement select “No improvement”.
Unless Arjun takes a taxi he will not reach the
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If airport in time.
no substitution is required, select 'No (a) However Arjun takes a tax
substitution'. (b) If Arjun take a taxi
Either the bears or the lion has escaped from (c) No improvement
the zoo. (d) Unless Arjun take taxi
(a) No substitution SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(b) have escaped from the zoo Ans. (c) : No improvement
(c) are escaped from the zoo 664. Select the alternative that will improve the
(d) is escaped from the zoo underlined part of the sentence in case there is
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I) no improvement select “No improvement”.
Ans. (a) : No substitution, required. The only vacant seat in the bus was right in the
659. Select the most appropriate option to substitute corner.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (a) right on the corner (b) right into the corner
no substitution is required, select 'No (c) right up to the corner (d) No improvement
substitution'. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
While washing your hands, rub them together Ans. (d) : No improvement
for 20 seconds to remove the microbes on them. 665. Select the alternative that will improve the
(a) the microbes on their underlined part of the sentence in case there is
(b) the microbes on those no improvement select “No improvement”.
(c) No substitution I had to go to Delhi, however, I changed my
(d) the microbes on they mind and decided not to go.
(a) therefore I change my mind
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) (b) nevertheless I change my mind
Ans. (c) : No substitution. (c) however I will change my mind
660. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (d) No improvement
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
no substitution is required, select 'No Ans. (d) : No improvement
substitution'. 666. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
The toy drummer plays the drum if you press the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
the button at the back. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
(a) played the drum if you are pressing substitution required'.
(b) No substitution I cannot tell you now whether I will be able to
(c) will play the drum if you will press come or not.
(d) playing the drum if you pressed (a) in case (b) unless
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) (c) because (d) No substitution required
Ans. (b) : No substitution. SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : No substitution required
661. Select the most appropriate option to improve
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 667. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to improve it, select 'No there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
improvement'. substitution required'.
I was being depressed when you called : One morning I went out with my cousin which
(a) No improvement (b) being depressing is the lawyer.
(c) feeling depressed (d) going depressed (a) who is the (b) which is a
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) No substitution required (d) who is a
Ans. (c) : ‘Feeling depressed' will be used in place of SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
the underlined part of the above sentence ‘being Ans. (d) : ‘Who is a’ will be used instead of the
depressed' because it gives suitable meaning for the underlined part of the above. Sentence ‘which is the’.
sentence. Because ‘who’ is used as a relative pronoun living
Correct Sentence - I was feeling depressed when you things (my causin). And generally article ‘the’ is not
called used before past name.
662. Select the alternative that will improve the Correct Sentence–
One morning I went out with my cousin who is lawyer.
underlined part of the sentence in case there is
no improvement select “No improvement”. 668. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
The children’s cricket ball hit their neighbour’s the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
window and it broke. substitution required’.
(a) and it is broke (b) and it broken A large swarm of dogs was blocking the way.
(c) and it was breaking (d) No improvement (a) No substitution required (b) herd of
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) school of (d) pack of
Ans. (d) : No improvment. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d) : ‘Pack of’ will be used in place of the Ans. (d) : ‘Well at the festival yesterday’ will be used
underlined part of the above sentence ‘swarm of’. in place of the underlined part of the above given
Swarm of (Swarm of bee) and pack of (Pack of dog) is sentence ‘at the festival well yesterday’. Because here
called. the adverb ‘well’ is describing the quality of performed
Herd:- a group of animals of the same type that live (Verb).
and feed together. Correct Sentence-
School :- a large number of fish or other sea animals, Suman performed well at the festival yesterday.
swimming together.
673. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Correct Sentence–
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
A large pack of dogs was blocking the way.
there is no need to substitute it, select ’No
669. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
substitution required’.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
When challenged, the man had no answer for
there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
substitution required’ his actions.
The forecast predicts that there will be little (a) When in challenge
rain in the month of July. (b) When to be challenged
(a) should be many rain (c) No substitution required
(b) No substitution required (d) While challenges
(c) would be few rain SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(d) must be a little rain Ans. (c) : No substitution required.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) 674. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Ans. (b) : No improvement the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
670. Select the most appropriate option to substitute there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If substitution required’.
here is no need to substitute it, select ‘No She walked among me without greeting me.
substitution required’. (a) No substitution required
When I left my house this morning, it was (b) about me
raining. (c) pass me
(a) rained (b) is raining (d) over me
(c) rains (d) No substitution required SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : ‘Pass me’ would be appropriate in place of
Ans. (d) : No improvement the underlined segment of the above sentence ‘among
671. Select the most appropriate option to substitute me’ which gives appropriate meaning for the sense of
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If sentence.
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No Correct Sentence–
substitution required'. She walked pass me without greeting me.
I looked anywhere for my puppy but could not
find it. 675. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(a) somewhere (b) No substitution required the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) everywhere (d) nowhere there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) substitution required’.
Ans. (c) : ‘Everywhere (everyplace) will be used He decided not to take to heart the loss that he
instead of the underlined part of the above sentence had incurred in business.
‘any where’ (anyplace). Which is suitable, according (a) be taking heart
to the sense of sentence . (b) take heart of
Correct Sentence– (c) No substitution required
I looked everywhere for my puppy but could not find (d) takes to heart
it. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
672. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (c) : No substitution required
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 676. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
substitution required'. no substitution is required, select No
Suman performed at the festival well improvement.
yesterday. We had never seen so strong blizzard. The
wind speed was 130 km per hour.
(a) No substitution required (a) so strong the blizzard
(b) yesterday at the festival well (b) such strong a blizzard
(c) at the festival yesterday well (c) such a strong blizzard
(d) well at the festival yesterday (d) no improvement
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Ans. (c) : ‘Such a strong’ will be used in place of the Ans. (b) : ‘It has been conveyed to all the residents’
above sentence ‘so strong’, Because blizzard (with will be used in place of the underlined part of the
very strong winds gives the appropriate meaning. above sentence ‘it is convey to all the residents.
Correct Sentence– Because in this sentence, the use of ‘by now’ is
We had never seen such a strong blizzard. The wind expressing the sense of present perfect tense. In the
speed was 130 km per hour. given sentence, In the sense of passive voice is
677. Select the most appropriate option to substitute appropriate explanation.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Correct Sentence–
no substitution is required, select No It has been conveyed to all the residents by now that
improvement. they are required to apply for parking stickers.
Biologists believe that increased human activity 681. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
means an accelerated rate of change in habitat the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
for all creatures of the world. no substitution is required, select No
(a) No improvement improvement.
(b) human activity meant a acelerated rate in Each dancer performed very well that it was
change difficult to judge who the best was.
(c) human activities mean an acelerated rate (a) such well that (b) so well that
(c) No improvement (d) such very well that
form change
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(d) human activity is meaning an acelerated rate
of change Ans : (b) ‘So’ will be used instead of the underlined
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) segment of the above sentence ‘very’. Because ‘so’ is
used with that.
Ans : (a) No improvement Correct Sentence -
678. Select the most apropriate option to substitute Each dancer performed so well that it was difficult to
the underlined segment in the given sentence. judge who the best was.
If no substitution is required, select No 682. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
improvement. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Application are to be sent to the Principal no substitution is required, select No
before 30th May. improvement.
(a) were being send to (b) No improvement His school was 7 km away his house. I
(c) will be send to (d) are sending to wondered how he covered so long distance
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I) daily on foot.
Ans : (b) No improvement (a) so long the distance
679. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (b) No improvement
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (c) such long distance
no substitution is required, select No (d) such a long distance
improvement. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Your coming home to dinner on time Should be Ans : (d) The use of ‘such a long distance’ is
a rule rather the exception. appropriate instead of the underlined part of the above
(a) should be a rule rather being the exception sentence ‘so long distance’. Because ‘so’ is used before
(b) should be the rule rather than the exception adjective or adverb. (without a noun) E.g. she was so
(c) No improvement beautiful.
(d) shall be a rule rather than a exception ‘such is used before a noun or an adjective.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I) Correct Sentence–
His school was 7km. away from his house. I wondered
Ans. (b) : 'should be the rule rather than' 'the how he covered such a long distance daily on foot.
exception' will be used instead of the underlined part
of the above sentence ‘should be a rule rather the the 683. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
exception. Because the use of ‘than’ is appropriate the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
no substitution is required, select No
with rather.
improvement.
Rather than- instead of, in place of. The Head has been so busy to go through these
Correct Sentence - files and resolve the matter.
Your coming home to dinner on time should be the (a) such busy to go through
rule rather than the exception. (b) too busy to go through
680. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) No improvement
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (d) too so busy to go through
no substitution is required, select No SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
improvement. Ans : (b) The use of ‘too busy to’ is appropriate instead
It is convey to all the residents by now that they of in the underlined part of the above sentence ‘so busy
are required to apply for parking stickers. to’, because here according to the sentence negative
(a) It will be conveyed to all the residents sense is required, for which the used of ‘too’ is
(b) It has been conveyed to all the residents appropriate.
(c) It is conveyed to all the residents Correct Sentence -
(d) No improvement The Head has been too busy to go through these files
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) and resolve the matter.
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684. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (a) For being polite and courteous
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (b) Being polite and courteous
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No (c) No improvement
substitution required'. (d) By being polite and courteous
Tomatoes sown around July in the southern
states are harvested in October. SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) Tomatoes sow around July Ans : (b) 'Being polite and courteous' is used in the
(b) Tomatoes sowing around July above underlined part because 'Being + adjective'
(c) No substitution required structure tells about the activity and behavior. In the
(d) Tomatoes sown under July given sentence, polite and courteous is an adjective.
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence-
Ans : (c) No substitution required Being polite and courteous will greatly improve your
685. Select the most appropriate option to substitute chances of making friends at your new office.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 689. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
substitution'. the underlined segment. If no substitution is
I couldn't got some sleep because the people in required select 'No substitution'.
the next room were talking very loudly. It would be wise to accept the company's offer
(a) couldn't get some sleep lest you should regret later.
(b) couldn't get any sleep (a) lest you should not regret
(c) couldn't got any sleep (b) lest you would regret
(d) No substitution (c) lest you shall not regret
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) (d) No substitution
Ans : (b) ‘Couldn’t got any sleep’ will be used in place SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
of in the underlined part of the above sentence couldn’t
got some sleep’. Because the use of ‘any’ is used in Ans : (d) No substitution
negative or Interrogative and the use of ‘some’ is used – Note-: ‘Should’ is used with ‘lest’.
Positive sentence. 690. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Note :- In the given sentence, the use of could’ is used the underlined segment. If no substitution is
as a model verb and first form of the verb is used with required select. 'No substitution'.
modal verb. She has no other hobby but that of collecting
Correct Sentence - coins.
I couldn't get any sleep because the people in the next (a) No substitution
room were talking very loudly.
(b) no another hobby but
686. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(c) not other hobbies but
the underlined segment. If no substitution is
required select 'No substitution' (d) no other hobby than
He had barely spoken the words when he SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
realised his mistake. Ans : (d) ‘No other hobby than’ will be used in place of
(a) barely speak the words that the underlined part of the above sentence ‘no other
(b) barely spoke the words when hobby but?
(c) No substitution Because no other than is used when the emphasis is on
(d) barely spoken the words than only one of severed events / habits /decisions.
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence–
Ans : (c) No substitution. She has no other hobby than that of collecting coins.
687. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 691. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select No there is no need to substitute it, select No
improvement. improvement.
I tried to contact my dentist but her cell phone Shailaja is prettier than either of her three
appeared to have been switched off. cousins.
(a) appears to had been (b) appear to be (a) prettier than any of
(c) No improvement (d) appeared to been (b) most pretter than all of
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) (c) pretty than either of
Ans : (c) No improvement (d) No improvement
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
688. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (a) : ‘Prettier than any of’ is used instead of the
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If underline part of the above sentence’ ‘Prettier than
there is no need to substitute it, select No either of’. While comparison is happening in three
improvement. cousins. Here the use of ‘any of’ will be appropriate, in
Be polite and courteous will greatly improve which more than two things is comparing.
your chances of making friends at your new Correct Sentence–
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692. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans : (d) The use of ‘waved’ would be appropriate in
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If place of the underlined part of given sentence ‘wave’
there is no need to substitute it, select No because the incident is of the past, so the waved will be
improvement. correct.
This college is not only equipped with the best Feverishly :- in a way that shows strong feeling of
laboratories but also has the most competent excitement or worry, often with a lot of activity or quick
staff. movements.]
(a) No improvement Frantically :- quickly and with a lot of activity, but in
(b) and also had the most away that is not very well organized.
(c) but has the very Correct Sentence–
(d) but also have the most The crowd waved frantically when they saw their
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) leader.
Ans. (a) : No improvement. 697. Select the alternative that will improve the
693. Select the most appropriate option to substitute underlined part of the sentence in case there is
the underlined segment. If no substitution is no improvement select No improvement.
required select 'No substitution' I experienced excruciating pain when the
Some people in the audience were asleep while hammer fell on my foot.
the chief guest was speaking. (a) exciting pain (b) affable paining
(a) while a chief guest is speaking (c) strong pains (d) No improvement
(b) when the chief guest has spoken SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) whenever the chief guest spoke Ans : (d) No improvement.
(d) No substitution 698. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans. (d) : No substitution. there is no need to substitute it, select No
694. Select the most appropriate option to substitute improvement.
the underlined segment. If no substitution is We have been waiting to watch this movie since
required select 'No substitution' we first read its review.
The colour of her cheeks is like a rose. (a) We are been waiting
(a) are just as a rose (b) We has been waiting
(b) are like a rose (c) We have being waiting
(c) No substitution (d) No improvement
(d) is like that of a rose SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Ans : (d) No Improvement.
Ans. (d) : ‘Is like that of a rose’. Would be appropriate 699. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
in place of the underlined part of the above sentence ‘is the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
like a rose’. Because the underlined word ‘rose’ is there is no need to substitute it, select No
compared to the colour of her cheeks. That’s why improvement.
similar type of things are done with similar things. The express bus generally stops at only the
Because here the colour of the rose is not compared to major towns on the route.
the rose. (a) generally stopping on only the major towns
Correct Sentence– (b) generally stop in only the major towns
The colour of her cheeks is like that of a rose. (c) generally stopped from only the major towns
695. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (d) No improvement
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III)
there is no need to substitute it, select No Ans : (d) No improvement
improvement. 700. Identify the most appropriate option to
A spokesperson of the company explained that substitute segment. If no substitution is
the media had misrepresented the facts about required, select No substitution.
the accident in their building. Those who have not received the invitation he
(a) misrepresent the facts on the accident should leave.
(b) misrepresenting the facts about the accident (a) he should be leaving (b) they should leave
(c) No improvement (c) should leave (d) No substitution
(d) misrepresents the facts for an accident SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (c) The use of ‘should leave’ would be
Ans : (c) No improvement. appropriate in place of the underlined part of the above
696. Select the alternative that will improve the sentence ‘he should leave’. Because in the given
underlined part of the sentence in case there is
no improvement select No improvement sentence pronoun ‘he’ will not be used because pronoun
The crowd wave feverishly when they saw their ‘Those’ has used before it.
leader. Hence the use of ‘he’ is superfluous.
(a) waving hard (b) wave well Correct Sentence–
(c) No improvement (d) waved frantically 'Those who have not received the invitation should
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) leave'

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701. Identify the most appropriate option to 706. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
substitute the underlined segment. If no the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
substitution is required, select No substitution. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
Of Rama and Usha the later is the most improvement'.
responsible.
(a) the later is more (b) the latter is the more Before it was modified, the Law provided with
(c) the latter is most (d) No substitution. the owner could take possession of the goods at
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III) any time.
Ans : (b) The underlined part of the above sentence, ‘the (a) provided that (b) provided on
latter is the more’ will be used in place of ‘the later is the (c) No improvement (d) provided as
most’. Because this sentence is used as a comparative SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I)
degree. Ans. (a) : ‘Provided that’ will be used in place of the
Hence ‘the more’ is appropriate in place of the most. underlined part of the above sentence ‘provide with’.
Later :- near the end of a period of time, life etc. Because the use of ‘provided that’ is used as idiomatic
Latter– used to refer to the second of two things.
which means – on the condition that.
Correct sentence -
Of Rama and Usha the latter is the more responsible. Correct Sentence–
702. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Before it was modified, the Law provided that the
the underlined in the given sentence. If there is owner could take possession of the goods at any time.
no need to substitue it, select No improvement. 707. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
I hope never to have another so experience as I the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
had in Puri during Cyclone Fani. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
(a) No improvement (b) such experience as improvement'.
(c) as experience as (d) same experience as Some people believe that 2020 is going to be a
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
very significant year in our history.
Ans. (b) : ‘such’ is used in place of the underlined part
(a) No improvement (b) will going
of the above sentence ‘so’, because adjective (such)
will be used to describe experience (noun) and not (c) were going (d) are going
adverb 'so'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Correct Sentence - Ans. (a) : No improvement
I hope never to have another such experience as I had 708. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
in Puri during Cyclone Fani. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
703. Select the most appropriate option to substiute there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If improvement.
there is no need to substitute it, select No
improvement. Over the past 20 years, there has been a
Harry and Meghan have decided to work and constant decline in the variety of vegetables
become financially independent. that we eat because the native varieties are no
(a) No improvement longer available.
(b) have decided to work and becam (a) is being (b) No improvement
(c) have decide to work and become (c) was been (d) had been
(d) has decided to work and become SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (b) : No improvement.
Ans. (a) No improvement. 709. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
704. Select the alternative that will improve the the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
no improvement select 'NO improvement'. improvement'.
I have prepared well for the exam and am The rising prices of essential food items have
ready to answer any question. placed an weighty burden on the poor.
(a) preparing (b) may prepare (a) lightest (b) trivial
(c) will prepared (d) No improvement (c) enormous (d) No improvement
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : No improvement Ans. (c) : ‘Enormous (adj.) extremely large, huge’ will
705. Select the alternative that will improve the be used in place of the underlined segment of the
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is above sentence ‘weighty’. Because enormous burden
no improvement select 'No improvement'. is used for ‘Rising prices’, not a weighty burden.
The struggle for climate change must be The meaning of other options-
prioritised given that out population is lightest – very light, pole in colour.
increasing and not decreasing. trivial – not important or series, not worth
(a) is prioritising (b) No improvement considering.
(c) may have prioritised (d) could prioritise Correct Sentence -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) The rising prices of essential food items have placed
Ans. (b) : No improvement. an enormous burden on the poor.
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710. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (a) no sign for recognition
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (b) no sign to recognise
there is no need to substitute it, select No (c) no improvement
improvement. (d) no any sign of recognition
She was looking troubled when the teacher
asked her to submit the homework. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
(a) is look trouble (b) No improvement Ans. (c) : No improvement.
(c) had been trouble (d) was troubling 716. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Ans. (b) : No improvement. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
711. Select the most appropriate option to substitute improvement'.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Lot of times she advised him for not being lazy
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No for completing such a tough task.
improvement'. (a) No improvement (b) Much of time
Why did the teacher ask all four of you to stay
(c) A lot of times (d) A lot of time
back in class in the break ?
(a) asking four of you (b) No improvement SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
(c) asked of four of you (d) ask you all four Ans. (c) : ‘A lot of times’ will be used in place of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II) underlined part of the above sentence ‘Lot of times’
Ans. (b) : No improvement. . Because ‘A lot of times’ is appropriate.
712. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Because lot of time means:- single time or multiple
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If time the task had been done while.
there is not need to substitute it, select No A lot of time means:-the task has been done
improvement. many/multiple accassions.
His uncle advised Naveen to keep away from Correct Sentence–
involving himself in the controversy. A lot of times she advised him for not being lazy for
(a) No improvement
(b) from keep away for completing such a tough task.
(c) that he keeps away for 717. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(d) for keep away from the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) there is no need to substitute it, select No
Ans. (a) : No improvement. improvement.
713. Select the most appropriate option to substitute As many as I care for her, I still have to
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If disagree with her on this topic.
there is no need to substitute the underlined (a) As much as (b) As long to
segment in the given sentence. If there is no (c) As high as (d) No improvement
need to substiute it, select 'No improvement'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I)
After switching off the light, he went off to
sleep. Ans. (a) : ‘As much as’ will be used in place of the
(a) being switched off the light underlined part of the above sentence ‘as many as.
(b) he has switched off the light Because the use of ‘as much as’ is used for
(c) No improvement uncountable things.
(d) switching off a light As much as – almost
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I) As long as – provided that.
Ans. (c) : No improvement. as much as - almost
714. Select the most appropriate option to substitute as long as - provided that
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Correct Sentence–
there is no need to substitute it, select No As much as I care for her, I still have to disagree with
improvement.
Have you got confirmation of the receipt of the her on this topic.
donation? 718. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
(a) Have you get confirmation In doing so, she (farther) raised the profile of
(b) Did you got confirmation badminton and of women's sport itself in India.
(c) Has you got confirmations (a) far away (b) far off
(d) No improvement (c) further (d) No improvement
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d) : No improvement Ans. (c) : ‘Further’ will be used in place of in the
715. Select the alternative that will improve the given sentence ‘farther’. Because farther is used for
underlined part of the sentence. In case there is distance and further is used for ‘forward’.
no improvement select 'No improvement'. Correct Sentence–
There was no sign of recognition of his face In doing so, she ‘further’ raised the profile of
when they met after ten years. badminton and of women's sport itself in India.
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719. Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. 725. Select the most appropriate option is substitute
And makes it a point to remind (eachone) that the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
her recovery is still incomplete, and the she there is no need to substitute it, select No
would be back at her best in upcoming Improvement.
competitions. The terrorist was arrested for the first time in
(a) everyone (b) each people December, 2001.
(c) every people (d) No improvement (a) for first timing (b) No Improvement
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III) (c) in the first time (d) for one times
Ans. (a) : 'Each' has the same meaning as 'everyone'. SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II)
‘one’ is not used with each. Hence ‘everyone’ will be Ans. (b) : No improvement
used in place of each one. Note- Article ‘the’ is used before ordinal adjective.
720. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 726. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select No there is no need to substitute it, select No
improvement. Improvement.
It is not for nothing that Mumbai is talked For her, money is only the means to an end.
about as the most cosmopolitan of Indian cities. (a) the means for an end
(a) is talking (b) are talked (b) means to end
(c) No improvement (d) was talking (c) No Improvement
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III) (d) a means to the end
Ans. (c) : No improvement. SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I)
721. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Ans. (c) : No Improvement.
the underlined segment. If there is no need to 727. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
substitute it, select No improvement. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
If you do not vote, you do not have the right to there is no need to substitute it, select No
protest. Improvement.
(a) right in protest (b) right on protest Many accidents at the factory are caused of
(c) right for protest (d) No improvement workers who don't read warning signs.
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) are caused because of
Ans. (d) : No improvement (b) is the cause of
722. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) is caused by
the underlined segment. If there is no need to (d) No Improvement
substitute it, select No improvement. SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I)
The lack of green spaces has led to an increase Ans. (a) : ‘Are caused because of’ is appropriate in
in pollution levels. place of the underlined part of the above sentence ‘are
(a) an increasing in (b) No improvement caused of’. Because it gives proper meaning for this
(c) a increase on (d) a increase of sentence.
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence–
Ans. (b) : No improvement Many accidents at the factory are caused because of
723. Select the most appropriate option to substitute workers who don't read warning signs.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If 728. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
substitution required'. there is no need to substitute it, select No
The study found that men who were married
lived longer than those who were not. Improvement.
(a) that who were I don't think many people will be able to attend
(b) the one who were to meeting tomorrow.
(c) No substitution required (a) is able (b) No Improvement
(d) these who were (c) have able (d) are able
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : No Improvement. Ans. (b) : No improvement
724. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 729. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
substitution required'. there is no need to substitute it, select No
They won't commit themselves until they see Improvement.
which way the wind is blowing. Please tell the story in a nutshell.
(a) their till (a) at a nutshell (b) in the nutshell
(b) No substitution required (c) in nutshells (d) No Improvement
(c) themself until SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(d) them until Ans. (d) : No Improvement.
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III) Note:- In a nutshell (in brief) we use in a nutshell to
Ans. (b) : No substitution required. indicate that we are saying something in a brief way.
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730. Select the most appropriate option to substitute 735. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If the underlined segment. If there is no need to
there is no need to substitute it, select No substitute it, select No improvement.
improvement. She told the children not to stop the work.
Shashi couldn't walk no more. (a) don't stop (b) not stop
(a) more father (b) any farther (c) No improvement (d) not stopping
(c) far more (d) No improvement SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) :No improvement.
Ans. (b) : ‘Any farther’ will be used instead of the Note – The use of (to + stop) is used as a noun,
underlined part of in the above sentence ‘No more’.
Because here we are talking about moving forward. infinitive.
Hence it makes proper sense. 736. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
Correct sentence– the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Shashi couldn't walk any farther. there is no need to substitute it, select No
improvement.
731. Select the most appropriate option to substitute I don't remember exactly when did I go to
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Shimla last year.
there is no need to substitute it, select No (a) when I was going (b) when I went
improvement. (c) when I go (d) No improvement
Greyhounds do not make good watchdogs but SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
they are very gentle with children. Ans. (b) : ‘When I went’ is used in place of the
(a) No improvement underlined segment of the above sentence ‘when did I
(b) very gentler with go’. Because ‘sentence’ is not an interrogative because
(c) more gentle to there is no question mark (?) at the end.
(d) much gentle with Hence past indefinite tense (affirmative) will be used.
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) Correct Sentence–
Ans. (a) : No improvement. I don't remember exactly when I went to Shimla last
Note- Generally ‘very’ is used as adjective of positive year.
degree, since ‘gentle’ is Adjective of positive degree. 736. Select the mot appropriate option to substitute
That’s why, the use of ‘very’ is appropriate here. the underlined segment. If there is no need to
substitute it, select No improvement
732. Select the most appropriate option to substitute My parents both are doctors.
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (a) My parents are both
there is no need to substitute it, select No (b) Both my parents
improvement. (c) Both my parent
Simran is more intelligent than any other girl (d) No improvement
in the class. SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) No improvement (b) most intelligent Ans. (b) : ‘Both my parents’ will be used instead of
(c) the more itelligent (d) the more intelligent the underlined part of the above sentence ‘My parents
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) both’. Because ‘both’ is always used before the subject
Ans. (a) : No improvement in the sense of two.
733. Select the most appropriate option to substitute Correct Sentence–
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If Both my parents are doctors.
there is no need to substitute it, select No 738. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
improvement. the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
Vivek was astonished at his failure in the exam. there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
(a) at his failing (b) in his failing substitution required'.
(c) No improvement (d) in his failure It's fascinating to watch how a baby changes
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) and develops over time.
Ans. (c) : No improvement (a) No substitution required
734. Select the most approriate option to substitute (b) change and develop
the underlined segment. If there is no need to (c) changing and developing
substitute it, select No improvement. (d) changed and developed
Patel played every game that was played in the SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
school. Ans. (a) : No substitution required
(a) that has been playing
739. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(b) that was playing
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) that is being played there is no need to substitute it, select No
(d) No improvement improvement.
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I) Robert told me about his new job, which he's
Ans. (d) : No improvement enjoying very much.
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(a) No improvement 744. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(b) Which he enjoying the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) that which he's enjoyed there is no need to substitute it, select No
(d) which he had enjoy Improvement.
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II) MS Dhoni has no immediate plans to retire.
Ans. (a) : No improvement (a) plan to retirement
740. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (b) plans retiring
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
there is no need to substitute it, select No (c) planning for retire
improvement. (d) No Improvement
Rashi hasn't eaten everything from yesterday. SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) anything since (b) something for Ans. (d) : No improvement
(c) nothing along (d) No improvement
Note – ‘to + retire’ is used as infinitive (noun)
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : ‘Anything since’ will be used in place of the 745. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
underlined part of the above sentence ‘everything the underlined in the given sentence. If there in
from’. Because according to the sense, the use of no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution
‘anything’ is appropriate because ‘the sentence’ is required'.
negative and point of time ‘yesterday’ is given, so Carrying an umbrella is not at all a good idea
‘since’ will be use in place of ‘from’.
during thunderstorms.
Correct Sentence–
Rashi hasn't eaten anything since yesterday. (a) To carry the umbrella
741. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (b) Carrying a umbrella
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (c) No substitution required
there is no need to substitute it, select option (d) Carry umbralla
'No substitution required'. SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
The interview was broadcast on the same day
he was sworn in as President. Ans. (c) : No substitution required
(a) had broadcast 746. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
(b) broadcast the underlined segment in the given sentence. If
(c) was broadcasted there is no need to substitute it, select No
(d) No substitution required
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III) Improvement
Ans. (d) : No substitution required We should offer due respects to all elderly
Note – The above sentence is in passive form. Hence persons.
was + V3 (broadcast) will be used. Past form of (a) offer due respect to
Broadcast is used- broadcast/broadcasted. (b) offers due respects to
742. Select the most appropriate option to substitute (c) offer due respects for
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If (d) No improvement
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No
substitution required'. SSC GD–18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
Passengers were asked to identify their Ans. (a) : ‘offer due respect to’ will be used in place of
suitcases before they were loaded on the plane. in the underlined part of the above sentence ‘offer due
(a) they loaded on respects to’. Because in according to sense of the
(b) it was loaded on sentence ‘due respect to (respectfully)’ is used.
(c) they were loaded over Correct Sentence -
(d) No substitution required
We should offer due respect to all elderly persons.
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : No substitution required. 747. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined in the given sentence. If there is
743. Select the most appropriate option to substitute
the underlined segment in the given sentence. If no need to substitute it, select 'No
there is no need to substitute it, select 'No improvement.
substitute required'. The river is flooded and it has over flown its
Vocational training should not be seen as less banks.
important than an academic education. (a) it overflow its banks.
(a) than a academic education
(b) it has overflow its banks.
(b) No substitution required
(c) than an academic educate (c) it overflowing its banks.
(d) then an academic education (d) No improvement
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
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TCS hewšve& hej DeeOeeefjle
(Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
Subject and Verb Agreement CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 3
2 CGL (Tier-1) 15
CGL (Tier-2) 5
CHSL (Tier-1) 29
Form of Verb (Tense/number) CHSL (Tier-2) 15
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5
SSC MTS 20
SSC GD 10
SSC CPO SI 16
3 CGL (Tier-1) 9
CGL (Tier-2) 7
CHSL (Tier-1) 14
Preposition CHSL (Tier-2) 7
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 3
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 5
4 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 3
Conjunction CHSL (Tier-1) 5
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 3
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 3
5 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
Article CHSL (Tier-2) 1
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
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6 CGL (Tier-1) 20
CGL (Tier-2) 11
CHSL (Tier-1) 19
(2017–2023)
CHSL (Tier-2) 6
Correct use of Pronoun, Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4
Adjective & Adverb SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
7 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
(2017–2023)
CHSL (Tier-2) -
Question Tag Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
8 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
(2017–2023)
CHSL (Tier-2) -
Interjection Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI -
9 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
Conditional Sentence SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 2
10 CGL (Tier-1) 80
CGL (Tier-2) 51
CHSL (Tier-1) 99
(2017–2023)
CHSL (Tier-2) 70
Miscellaneous Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 19
SSC MTS 71
SSC GD 23
SSC CPO SI 80

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Trend Analysis of Questions topicwise from CGL (Pre & Mains)
CHSL (Pre & Mains) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI, SSC MTS, SSC
GD & Other Exams (2017-2023)

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5. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
A. Subject and Verb Agreement blank.
I who_____ your friend and wellwisher, should
1. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the have been informed about your decision.
blank : (a) are (b) is
The children's Series .......... recommended for (c) am (d) be
young readers. SSC CPO-SI–11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) have (b) is
Ans : (c) 'Am' will be used in the blank space of the
(c) are (d) has
above sentence because auxiliary verb 'am' is used with
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm-5 pm) 'I', which is antecedent of the relative pronoun 'who'.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, the subject 'The Correct sentence- I who am your friend and wellwisher,
children's series' is singular noun, [S.N. + S.V.] so the should have been informed about your decision.
helping verb/ main verb will also be singular. 6. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct sentence– The children's Series is blank.
recommended for young readers. Plenty of information about the flora and fauna
2. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate of India _____ available in this book.
word. (a) are (b) is
Second-hand furniture __________ here at (c) has (d) were
reasonable prices. SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) were selling (b) are sold Ans. (b) : 'Is' will be used in the blank place of the
(c) is sold (d) has sold above sentence because the subject of the sentence
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) 'Information' is an 'uncountable noun' so singular verb
Ans. (c) : 'Is sold' will be used in the blank space of (is) will be used.
the above sentence because 'furniture' is a singular Correct sentence- Plenty of information about the
noun and with it, singular verb is used. flora and fauna of India is available in this book.
Correct sentence- Second-hand furniture is sold here 7. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
at reasonable prices. blank.
3. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate Our salaries –––––– increased over the years.
word. (a) have (b) are
This is one of the matters that ______ me the (c) has (d) is
most. SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) has disturb (b) are disturbing Ans. (a) : In the above blank space, plural verb 'have'
(c) is disturbed (d) disturb will be used, because 'Our salaries' is plural subject
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) and the given sentence is in 'present perfect tense'.
Ans. (d) : The above given sentence in blank space, Correct sentence- Our salaries have increased over
fill the most appropriate word is option (d) 'disturb'. the years.
If two clauses are connected with relative pronouns, 8. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
verb is used according to the antecedent of 'that'. blank.
Here, the antecedent of the relative pronoun (that) Man –––– a strong desire to accumulate wealth.
'matters' is plural, then the verb (disturb) is used plural. (a) have (b) had
The correct sentence is- (c) is having (d) has
'This is one of the matters that disturb me the most'. SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I)
4. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Ans. (d) : 'Has' will be used in blank space of the
blank. above sentence. Because when 'man' is used for the
These apples _____ Rs. 100 per kg. Do you entire human race, it is considered singular. The
sentence is a universal truth, which is always in the
think they are expensive? present tense.
(a) cost (b) is costing Correct sentence- Man has a strong desire to
(c) has cost (d) costs accumulate wealth.
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) 9. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans : (a) In the above blank space, 'cost' will be used, blank and make a grammatically correct
because with these apples (plural noun), plural verb will sentence.
be used. Since the sentence is in present indefinite tense The recent lawsuit –––– put the firm in a tight
in which the first form of verb (verb 1) is used. spot.
(a) has (b) is
Correct sentence– These apples cost Rs. 100 per kg. (c) have (d) are
Do you think they are expensive? SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, the Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
use of 'has' will be appropriate because this sentence is Correct Sentence-
used in present perfect tense, in which 'has' is used Snow was falling lightly as everyone was leaving
with singular subject 'lawsuit'. Church.
Correct sentence- The recent lawsuit has put the firm 14. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
in a tight spot. blank.
10. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the If she hadn't _______ her cell phone on the bed,
blank and make a grammatically correct she could have called him.
sentence. (a) through (b) thrown
Timely alerts about floods in Bhutan –––––– a (c) throne (d) throng
blessing go Indian villages.
(a) are proved (b) have proved SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
(c) is proved (d) has proved Ans. (b) : In blank space of the above given sentence
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) option (b) 'thrown' would be appropriate because the
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, the given sentence is past perfect tense and the verb (III) is
use of 'have proved' would be appropriate because in used.
the sentence 'alerts' is a plural subject so the verb will Verb- 'Throw' form-
also be plural. Throw (V1) threw (V2) thrown (V3)
Correct sentence- Timely alerts about floods in Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Bhutan have proved a blessing go Indian villages. Correct Sentence-
11. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the If she hadn't thrown her cell phone on the bed, she
blank. could have called him.
In the United States of America two dozen 15. A sentence has been given with a blank to be
people ______ due to the present cold wave. filled with an appropriate option. Choose the
(a) have been killed (b) are being killed correct alternative.
(c) has killed (d) has been killed Meteorologists are still ______ to understand
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I) sting jets.
Ans. (a) : The use of verb 'have been killed' would be (a) works (b) on work
appropriate, in the blank space of the above sentence. (c) worked (d) working
Because 'two dozen people' is plural noun so the verb SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
will also be used in plural.
Correct Sentence- Ans. (d) : In blank space of the above sentence
In the United States of America two dozen people have 'working' will be used. because the sentence is present
been killed due to the present cold wave. continuous tense–
Rule–
B. Form of Verb (Tense/number) Subject + is/am/are + verb1 + ing + object.
Correct Sentence-
12. A sentence has been given with a blank to be Meteorologists are still working to understand sting jets.
filled with an appropriate option. Choose the
correct alternative. 16. A sentence has been given with a blank to be
I always try to .......... chocholates for you. filled with an appropriate option. Choose the
(a) brought (b) bought correct alternative.
(c) bring (d) bringing I bowed to him, but he ______ not to see me.
(a) seems (b) seeming
SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) seemed (d) seemingly
Ans. (c) : The appropriate option for the blank space is
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
option (c) ' bring' because infinitive 'to' is used.
Note :- to + Verb1 (first form of verb) Ans. (c) : The blank space of the above given sentence
is filled with options (c) 'seemed' because the given
Thus, the correct sentence is – I always try to bring sentence is complex and the verb is used in past tense in
chocholates for you. the principle clause therefore 'VerbIII' is used in the
13. A sentence has been given with a blank to be subordinate clause.
filled with an appropriate option. Choose the Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
correct alternative. Correct Sentence-
Snow .......... lightly as everyone was leaving I bowed to him, but he seemed not to see me.
church.
17. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) fallen (b) falling
blank.
(c) is falling (d) was falling
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) Stories of dolphins’ saving human lives
________ throughout history.
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate option for the blank
space 'was falling' will be used because sentence is in (a) have been said (b) have been told
past continuous. The word 'Everyone was leaving' (c) told (d) had been said
indicates that sentence is in past tense. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
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Ans. (b) : The most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, the
above given sentence in blank space is option (b) 'have word 'gets married' will be used because
been told' because 'have been +VIII' is used in 'passive (b) Base from of verb comes with will and not 's / es '
voice', form.
Correct Sentence- (c) 'Married' will be used after 'gets' , not Marry's.
'Stories of dolphins saving human lives have been told (d) 'Marry' does not take any preposition in active voice
throughout history. whereas in passive voice, the use of 'to' preposition
is appropriate with it.
There, the correct option is (b). Correct Sentence-
18. Select the most appropriate phrasal verb to fill She is eagerly waiting for the day when she gets
in the blank. married to her fiance.
The driver very subtly ________ the traffic 22. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
violation he committed. blank.
(a) ironed aside (b) ironed out By this time tomorrow, I _______ the work
(c) ironed in (d) ironed through assigned to me.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III) (a) will do (b) will be done
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, the most appropriate (c) will have did (d) will have done
phrasal verb to fill in the blank space is option (b) SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
'ironed out' which means 'issues or problems have been
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space 'will have done'
resolved.'
will be used because when sentence start with 'By this
Other options give different meanings. time' then Futer perpect tense will be used in the
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). sentence.
Correct Sentence- Correct Sentence -
The driver very subtly ironed out the traffic violation he By this time tomorrow, I will have done the work
committed. assigned to me.
19. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. 23. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank.
Mosquitoes –––––– if there is no water logging.
There ................. considerable room for
(a) Will breed
improvement in your drawing.
(b) Will have been breeding (a) were (b) be
(c) Breed (c) is (d) are
(d) Will not breed
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of above sentence, 'is' will
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'will not breed' (spawn) be used because 'room' is singular countable noun so
will be used in the blank space because it gives singular verb 'is' will be used.
appropriate meaning according to sense of the sentence. Hence option (c) is correct.
Other options give different meaning.
Correct Sentence-
Correct Sentence- There is considerable room for improvement your
'Mosquitoes will not breed if there is no water logging. drawing.
20. Fill in the blank with the most suitable word.
24. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
A haze of panic blurred my vision; something word.
terrible was close to ............
She told me that she wants to ........... a teacher.
(a) happened (b) happening
(a) become (b) becoming
(c) happens (d) has happened
(c) became (d) becomes
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'happening' will be
used in blank space because here 'Noun' form is needed Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence. The
and gerund is working as Verble Noun. Whereas other use of 'become' will be appropriate because 'to' make
option is in verb form. infinitive, the base form of the verb (become) is used
Note- Infinitive (to + verb1) is working as noun. after the infinitive 'to' [to + v1].
Correct sentence- Correct Sentence-
A haze of panic blurred my vision ; something terrible She told me that she wants to become a teacher.
was close to happening.
25. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
21. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate blank.
word.
As soon as she opened the cages, the birds ––––
She is eagerly waiting for the day when she
............ to her fiance. ––––.
(a) gets married (b) will marries (a) fly away (b) flies away
(c) got marry (d) has married (c) flown away (d) flew away
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Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (b) : The option 'would' will be used in the blank
'flew away' (verb2) will be used because in the space of the above sentence. Because 'would' is used
beginning of the sentence, 'opened' (v2) has been used, for polite request. The remaining options have
so the subsequent verb will also be used as v2.
different meanings.
Correct Sentence–
Correct sentence- Would you mind lending me your
As soon as she opened the cages, the birds flew away.
book for a day?
26. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 31. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank.
blank.
Yesterday, after a nice walk, we _____ to sit on The bus ______ before I reached the bus stand
the bench, watch the birds, and rest for a while. (a) Is leaving (b) Left
(a) decided (b) decide (c) Had left (d) Leaves
(c) decides (d) deciding SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I Ans. (c) : 'Had left' will be used in the blank space of
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence. The the above sentence because If any two actions
use of 'decided' would be appropriate because the use of happened in the past and which have a relation with
'yesterday' makes it clear that the sentence is in past each other then the action that happened earlier is
tense so the verb 'decided' (v2) is used. called past. Let's translate into past perfect and the
Correct Sentence– work that happened later, let's translate it into past
Yesterday, after a nice walk, we decided to sit on the indefinite tense.
bench, watch the birds, and rest for a while. Correct sentence-
27. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the The bus had left before I reached the bus stand
blank. 32. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
He will _____ if they look after him carefully. blank.
(a) pull off (b) pull through I ________ something burning now.
(c) pull out (d) pull up (a) smelt (b) smell
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II (c) have been smelling (d) have smelt
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : 'Pull through' (to survive) will be used in the
blank space the above sentence. It gives appropriate Ans. (b) : The above sentence is giving the meaning of
meaning according to the sense of the sentence. present indefinite tense. So the use of verb 'smell' (vI)
Correct Sentence- would be appropriate in the blank space.
correct sentence - I smell something burning now.
He will pull through if they look after him carefully.
33. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
28. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
blank. I’m sure I ______ them at the party last night.
The huge vase looks out of –––– with the (a) am seeing (b) saw
surroundings. (c) have seen (d) was seeing
(a) size (b) shape SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) design (d) place
Ans. (b) : 'Last night' has been used at the end of the
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III above sentence . So the sentence is expressing the
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, the meaning of past tense, so in the blank space of the
word use of 'place' would be appropriate because 'out of sentence 'saw' will be used (past form of verb see')
place' is a phrase which means (Inappropriate). Correct sentence -
Correct Sentence– I’m sure I saw them at the party last night.
The huge vase looks out of place with the surroundings. 34. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
29. Select the most appropriate work to fill in the word.
blank. More than half the drain ............ been desilted.
His voice was ........... by the sound of the (a) was (b) have
helicopter. (c) has (d) is
(a) driven (b) drawn SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) dawned (d) drowned
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of above sentence, 'has'
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
will be used because 'more than half the drain' is in
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is the passive of past singular number, so the verb' will also be singular. The
indefinite tense. So in the blank space the verb structure of the sentence is based on passive voice.
'drowned' (v3) would be appropriate, according to the Correct Sentence - More than half the drain has been
sense. was/were + verb3 desilted.
Correct sentence-
His voice was drowned by the sound of the helicopter. 35. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
30. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the word.
blank. The doctor often made his patients ______ for
....... you mind lending me your book for a day? long.
(a) Could (b) Would (a) waiting (b) to wait
(c) Need (d) May (c) waited (d) wait
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Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 39. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
'wait' will be used because in this sentence, the use of blank.
'made' is used as a causative verb. 'Bare infinitive' is In the wake of the recent cross-border tensions,
used with make. forces have been _____ at strategic locations
Correct sentence- The doctor often made his patients for immediate action, if required.
wait for long. (a) deported (b) deployed
36. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) deposited (d) deported
blank. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
We should never ––––– with the rules of Ans : (b) The use of 'deployed' would be appropriate, in
driving. the blank space of the above sentence, because forces
(a) temper (b) trifle are deployed.
(c) reckon (d) tamper The meaning of other words is-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) Deport:- To force somebody to leave a country, because
Ans. (d) : The use of word 'tamper' (to interfere) they have broken the law.
would be appropriate, in the blank space of above Deposit :- A sum of money that is given as the first part
sentence. of a larger payment, or a sum of money that is paid by
The meaning of other words is- somebody.
Temper :- attitude, trifle, destroy, Correct sentence– In the wake of the recent cross-
Reckon:- to calculate an amount, a number etc. border tensions, forces have been deployed at strategic
Tamper with (Phrasal Verb)- To change or touch locations for immediate action, if required.
(something) especially in a way that causes damage or 40. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
harm. blank.
Correct sentence - We should never tamper with the I sat ______ my life as nothing seemed to be
rules of driving. working for me.
37. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the (a) blessing (b) cursing
blank. (c) tormenting (d) invoking
The National war memorial is____ to our SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Armed Forces.
(a) inscribed (b) dedicated Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence,
(c) honoured (d) devoted 'cursing' would be appropriate in the blank space. Other
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) options do not give proper meaning according to the
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, sense of sentence.
'dedicated' will be used because it give appropriate The meaning of other options is-
meaning. Blessing - Something that is good or helpful.
The meaning of other words is not appropriate- Tormenting - Intense feeling of suffering, acute mental
Devoted - Having great love for somebody/something or physical.
and being loyal to them. Invoking - Request earnestly. (something from
Inscribed - To write or cut words, en+ something
Honoured - Great respect and admiration for somebody)
somebody. Correct Sentence -
Correct sentence– I sat cursing my life as nothing seemed to be working
The National war memorial is dedicated to our Armed for me.
Forces. 41. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
38. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
blank. I am quite satisfied that I have not been ____in
A painting competition was held in the colony doing whatever was needful for building up
and Kavya was ____ winner in the age group 3- their character.
5 years. (a) caring (b) negligent
(a) publicized (b) supposed (c) affectionate (d) devoted
(c) described (d) declared SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence, the use of word 'negligent' would be
sentence, 'declared' will be used in the blank space. appropriate in the blank space.
The meaning of other words is- The meaning of other words is-
Described - To say what somebody / something is like Caring - Compassionate, lovingness.
Publicized - To make something known to the public Affectionate - Having or displaying warmth or
to advertise something affection.
Devoted - Dedicated.
Supposed - To pretend that something is true. Correct sentence–
Correct sentence– I am quite satisfied that I have not been negligent in
A painting competition was held in the colony and doing whatever was needful for building up their
Kavya was declared winner in the age group 3-5 years. character.
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42. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Proposed- Advise, suggest
blank. Reviewed- Examine again
Colours, they say have the power to calm, Cancelled- No longer planned.
pacify and relax; they can energies, activate Correct sentence – Following detailed deliberations,
and ______ the meeting has been adjourned till next week.
(a) invigorate (b) involve 46. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) interest (d) enrage blanks.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III) Hima Das, the reigning world junior sprinter
Ans : (a) In the blank space, according to the meaning who ........ the national record, won the gold in
of the above sentence, 'invigorate' would be appropriate. the Federation Cup.
Other options do not make sense, according to the (a) holds (b) keeps
meaning of the sentence. (c) gets (d) plays
The meaning of other words is- SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Involve :- Contain as a part. Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Interest :- A sense of concern with and curiosity about 'holds' (sustain, support) would be appropriate,
someone The meaning of other options is
Enrage :- Put into a rage, make violently angry. Keep- Continue a certain state, condition or activity
Correct sentence– Colours, they say have the power to Get- Find, receive
calm, pacify and relax; they can energies, activate and Play- Participate in games or sport.
Correct sentence – Hima Das, the reigning world
invigorate. junior sprinter who holds the national record, won the
43. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the gold in the Federation Cup.
blank. 47. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
In ancient Greece, women were not allowed to blank.
______ in the Olympic Games. The accident victim –––––– to his injuries
(a) compete (b) collide before he could be taken to the hospital.
(c) comply (d) cope (a) succumbed (b) subscribed
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III) (c) surrendered (d) submitted
Ans : (a) In the blank space of the given sentence, SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
'compete' (compete in a game or a contest) would be Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
appropriate. sentence, 'succumbed' (die) would be appropriate in
The meaning of other options is - the blank space.
Collide- Crash together with violent impact. Succumbed- To die or suffer badly an illness / injury.
Comply- Adopt, follow. The meaning of other options is-
Cope- Contend, manage. Subscribe - Receive or obtain regularly.
Correct sentence– In ancient Greece, women were not Surrender - Give up, yielding
allowed to compete in the Olympic Games. Submit - Hand over formally. (Present)
44. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Correct sentence – The accident victim succumbed to
blank. his injuries before he could be taken to the hospital.
In order to _____ to a new place you may need 48. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
to adjust to the ways of that culture. blank.
(a) Avoid (b) Adopt Technology can be ____ and people seem to be
(c) Adapt (d) Adhere more attached to screens than ever before.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Addictive (b) infatuated
Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence, (c) Incorrigible (d) contagious
'adapt' will be used, which means - 'become suitable'. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II)
The meaning of other options is- Ans : (a) According to the sense of the above sentence
Avoid - Keep away from, refrain from doing something 'addictive' (addiction) will be used in the blank space.
Adopt - Take into one's family (take in) The meaning of other options is-
Infatuated - Having a very strong feeling of love or
Adhere - To stick firmly, (cling) attraction for somebody/ something so that
Correct sentence - In order to adapt to a new place you you cannot think clearly.
may need to adjust to the ways of that culture. Incorrigible - Not able to be corrected or changed.
45. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Contagious - (Of disease) capable of being transmitted
blank. by infection.
Following detailed deliberations, the meeting Correct sentence – Technology can be addictive and
has been ........ till next week : people seem to be more attached to screens than ever
before.
(a) proposed (b) reviewed
49. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) cancelled (d) adjourned blank.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) People of the older generation _____ over the
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, good old school days.
'adjourned (postponed)' would be appropriate, because (a) remember (b) remind
'adjourn' is used to postpone the meeting of a court. (c) retribute (d) reminisce
The meaning of other options is - SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans : (d) The use of word 'reminisce' (to write, think 53. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
and talk about happy times) would be appropriate in the blank.
blank space of the above sentence according to the The state Government argued that it could not
sense of the sentence. _____ the increase in the teachers' salaries as
The meaning of other options is- awarded by the court.
Remember - Recall knowledge form memory. (think) (a) spare (b) get
Remind - Help somebody remember something, (c) stand (d) afford
especially something important. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Attribute - An abstraction belong to or characters Ans : (d) According to the sense of the above sentence,
Correct Sentence – the word 'afford' (to do something) would be
People of the older generation reminisce over the good appropriate in the blank space.
old school days. The meaning of other options is-
50. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Spare - More than is needed, desired, excess,
blank. Get - Find, acquire
I was frustated at not being able to____ of my Stand - Be upright.
old car. Correct sentence- The state Government argued that it
(a) devoid (b) depose could not afford the increase in the teachers' salaries as
(c) dispose (d) deal awarded by the court.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) 54. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, blank.
'dispose' (settle, resolve) would be appropriate. Scientists at Cambridge University are ___ how
The meaning of other options is- plants can give us sustainable energy.
Devoid- Completely wanting or lacking (Barren) (a) scrutinizing (b) investigating
Depose- Force to leave (an office) (c) inspecting (d) looking
Deal- Handle, manage. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Correct sentence- I was frustated at not being able to Ans : (b) 'Investigating' would be appropriate in the
dispose of my old car. blank space of the above sentence because the sense of
51. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate finding out by scientist is being revealed in the
word. sentence.
The committee members were in ____over the The meaning of other options is-
budget for the function. Scrutinizing- Examining, seeing.
(a) difference (b) dissent Inspecting- Look over carefully.
(c) deference (d) descent Looking- Appearing to be as specified, the act of
searching visually.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct sentence- Scientists at Cambridge University
Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence are investigating how plants can give us sustainable
'dissent' (disagreement) would be appropriate in the energy.
blank space.
The meaning of other options is- 55. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank.
Deference - Respectfulness (courteous regard for
Many items made of ivory were –––– from a
people's filings)
dealer in antiques by the custom authorities at
Difference - The quality of being unlike or
the Delhi airport.
dissimilar. (a) annexed (b) confiscated
Descent- Properties attributable to your ancestry. (c) hijacked (d) appropriated
(origin)_ SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct sentence- The committee members were in
dissent over the budget for the function. Ans. (b) : 'Confiscated' would be appropriate in the
blank space of the above sentence because the sentence
52. The burning of the effigy of Ravana on is talking about confiscating the item of ivory.
Dussehra –––– the burning of all evils. Confiscate - Take temporary possession of as a
(a) epitomizes (b) symbolizes security, by legal authority. (Seize)
(c) intensifies (d) personifies The meaning of other options is-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) Annexed - Attached or added,
Ans. (b) : The word 'Symbolizes' will be used in the Appropriated - Suitable for a particular person, place,
blank space of the above sentence because according condition.
to the sense of sentence, 'symbolizes' would be Hijacked - Seize, control of .
appropriate. Correct sentence - Many items made of ivory were
The meaning of other options is- confiscated from a dealer in antiques by the custom
Epitomize - Symbolize authorities at the Delhi airport.
Intensify - Escalate, step up. 56. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank.
Personify - Represent , body. You must apologize ––––– the punishment.
Correct sentence - The burning of the effigy of (a) escaping (b) to escape
Ravana on Dussehra symbolizes the burning of all (c) escapes (d) escape
evils. SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans : (b) The use of word 'to escape' is appropriate in Ans : (a) The word 'believes' would be appropriate in
the blank space of the above sentence because after the blank space of the above sentence because 'the
apologize (verb), infinitive (to escape) would be majority' is a collective noun singular or plural verb is
appropriate in this sentence. used according to the sense of sentence. Since here is
Correct sentence- You must apologize to escape the the sense of unity so singular verb will be used.
punishment. Correct sentence- The majority believes that the
country can progress under able leadership.
57. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. 61. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank.
Due to shortage of time, I was unable ____ the
As he crossed the desert he nearly _____ to
task satisfactorily. thirst when he was forced to go without water
(a) in completing (b) for completing for four days and five nights.
(c) from complete (d) to complete (a) succumbed (b) subsisted
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) (c) survived (d) submerged
Ans : (d) 'To complete' will be used in the blank space SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
of the above sentence because 'to' preposition' is used Ans : (a) In the blank space the word 'succumbed'
with unable. would be appropriate according to the sense of the
unable to do something above sentence. Succumb-(past form-succumbed)- To
Correct Sentence - stop fighting against something.
Due to shortage of time, I was unable to complete the The meaning of other options is-
task satisfactorily. Subsist- Support oneself (exist, survive)
58. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Survive- Live, remark
blank. Submerge- Cover completely or make imperceptible.
The first thing they did was to –––– the extent (drown)
Correct sentence- As he crossed the desert he nearly
of damage done by the rains.
succumbed to thirst when he was forced to go without
(a) repair (b) search water for four days and five nights.
(c) ascertain (d) circulate
62. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
blank.
Ans : (c) The word 'ascertain' would be appropriate in A fresh interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank
the blank space of the above sentence according to the of India would largely ____ on how the
meaning of the sentence. monsoon turns out in the months ahead.
The meaning of other options is- (a) depend (b) determine
Repair - Mend, restore. (c) define (d) demonstrate
Search - Seek, look. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Circulate - Move through a space. Ans : (a) In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct Sentence - 'depend' will be used because according to the meaning
The first thing they did was to ascertain the extent of of the sentence, it is being talked about depending on
damage done by the rains. monsoon. Depend on/ somebody/ something (for
59. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the something)
blank. The meaning of other options is-
The Chinese leader's formal Chinese suit ––––– Determine- To find out or come to a decision
Changpao. Define- Show, make or come to a decision
(a) will be called (b) is call Demonstrate- Establish, prove.
Correct sentence - A fresh interest rate cut by the
(c) are called (d) is called Reserve Bank of India would largely depend on how the
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) monsoon turns out in the months ahead.
Ans : (d) The use of word 'is called' would be 63. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
appropriate in the blank space of the above sentence blank.
because 'Chinese suit' is a singular noun so the verb will The hotel room ____ of odour of leftover food.
also be singular. Sentence structure is based on passive (a) smoked (b) flavoured
voice. (c) reeked (d) traced
Note- In Passive voice , the third form of the verb (v3) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III)
is used after helping verb. Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence, the
Correct sentence- The Chinese leader's formal Chinese use of word 'reeked' (smell) would be appropriate
suit is called Changpao. because in the sentence, is talking about the smell of
60. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the leftover food so the use of 'reeked' would be used.
blank. The meaning of other options is-
The majority –––––– that the country can Smoked – Fume.
progress under able leadership. Flavoured – Favorite, best loved
(a) believes (b) is believing Traced- An indication that something has been present.
(c) believe (d) have believed Correct sentence- The hotel room reeked of odour of
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) leftover food.
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64. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence, the
blank. word 'deferred' (postpone) would be appropriate.
Necessary support to_____ the process of sale The meaning of other options is-
is being extended by the banks in the Demanded - Claim, ask.
consortium. Deployed - Place troops or weapons in battle formation.
(a) felicitate (b) complicate Decided - Determine, make up one's mind.
(c) confuse (d) facilitate Correct sentence- The airline had earlier deferred
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I) payment only to those in the high-income bracket but
Ans : (d) According to the sense of the above sentence, now salaries have dried up for everyone.
'facilitate' (make easy) would be appropriate in the blank 68. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
space. blank.
The meaning of other options is- The Chairman advised them to build a bridge
Felicitate- Congratulate. between the two companies using _____ and
Complicate- Difficult, complex. compromise.
Confuse- Distract. (a) strength (b) control
Correct sentence - Necessary support to facilitate the (c) competition (d) negotiation
process of sale is being extended by the banks in the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III)
consortium. Ans : (d) According to the sense of the above sentence,
65. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 'negotiation' (discussion) would be appropriate in the
blank space.
blank. The meaning of other options is-
The Prime Minister was____ a ceremonial Strength- The property of being physically or mentally
welcome. strong.
(a) initiated (b) extended Control- The activity of managing.
(c) expected (d) invited Competition- Challeng, rivalry.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) Correct sentence - The Chairman advised them to
Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence build a bridge between the two companies using
in blank space, 'extended' (spread) would be negotiation and compromise.
appropriate. 69. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
The meaning of other options is- She was____ with joy at winning the talent show.
Initiated- Begin, start an event or prepare the (a) overturned (b) overruled
way for (c) overpowered (d) overwhelmed
Expected- Hoped for. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Invited- Have as a guest, remark Ans : (d) In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct Sentence - The Prime Minister was extended a 'overwhelmed' will be used because the sentence is
ceremonial welcome. expressing the feeling of being 'overwhelmed with
66. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the happiness'.
blank. The meaning of other options is-
The annual wholesale price index jumped to its Overturned- Upturned (moved around an axis or center)
highest level last month posing a fresh _____for Overruled- Rule against.
policy makers to remain watchful on the price Overpowered- Overcome by superior force.
front. Correct sentence- She was overwhelmed with joy at
(a) chain (b) check winning the talent show.
(c) challenge (d) choice 70. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I) word.
Ans : (c) According to the sense of the above sentence, The man _____ heavy losses in his investments.
'challenge' would be appropriate in the blank space. (a) reaped (b) incurred
The meaning of other options is- (c) earned (d) raised
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Check - Make an examination or investigation.
Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence,
Choice - Option, alternation or investigation. 'incurred' (acquire, get) would be appropriate in the
Chain - A series of connected things or people. blank space.
Correct sentence- The annual wholesale price index The meaning of other options is
jumped to its highest level last month posing a fresh Reaped- The act of harvesting crops.
challenge for policy makers to remain watchful on the Earned- Gain, pull in.
price front. Raised- Lifted, upraised.
67. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence - The man incurred heavy losses in
his investments.
blank.
71. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
The airline had earlier ____ payment only to word.
those in the high-income bracket but now During the curfew the army was ____ at
salaries have dried up for everyone. strategic locations.
(a) demanded (b) decided (a) employed (b) supplied
(c) deferred (d) deployed (c) deployed (d) dispersed
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Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence,
'deployed' would be appropriate because 'deployed' is 'descended' would be appropriate in the blank space.
used in relation to the deployment of soldiers. The meaning of the sentences is-
The meaning of other options is- Collapsed- Damaged, demolished.
Employed :- Busy, engaged. Declined- Deterioration, recession.
Supplied :- Circulate, issue, providing something. Grounded- The solid surface of the earth
Dispersed :- Spread, distributed. Correct sentence- Darkness descended over the forest
Correct sentence- During the curfew the army was increasing the danger of wild animals.
deployed at strategic locations. 76. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
72. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate blank.
word. Several environmentalists from city conducted
The old man was _____ at the hospital after a a meet to discuss issues related to the _____
long illness. pollution levels created by the growing number
(a) recuperating (b) relenting of pharmaceutical companies.
(c) rejoicing (d) relaxing (a) rise in (b) raie in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) (c) raising of (d) rising from
Ans : (a) In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
'recuperating' (recovering) would be appropriate Ans. (a) According to the sense of the above sentence,
because the sentence is talking about recovering of old 'rise in' will be used in the blank space because the
man. sentence is talking about increasing pollution levels.
The meaning of other options is- Correct sentence- Several environmentalists from city
Relenting :- Soften, yield. conducted a meet to discuss issues related to the rise in
Rejoicing :- Joy, feel happiness. pollution levels created by the growing number of
Relaxing :- Restful, reposeful pharmaceutical companies.
Correct sentence- The old man was recuperating at the 77. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
hospital after a long illness. blank.
73. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate Prince Harry and his wife, Megan Markle
word. announced their decision to ______ from their
The soldiers planned to attack at a precise hour role as senior royals by leaving United
so they _____ their watches. Kingdom and limiting their royal
(a) assessed (b) exchanged commitments.
(c) restored (d) synchronized (a) step up (b) step on
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) step in (d) step back
Ans : (d) According to the sense of the above sentence SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
'synchronized' would be appropriate in the blank space. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
The meaning of other options is- sentence, 'step back' would be appropriate in the blank
Assessed:- To estimate or judge the value, character, space.
etc. The meaning of other option is-
Exchanged :- Transaction, interchange. Step up - Intensify, increase
Restored :- Rebuild, bring back into existence. Step on - Exploit, to place or press the foot on.
Correct sentence - The soldiers planned to attack at a Step in - Enter, come, arrive
precise hour so they synchronized their watches. Correct sentence- Prince Harry and his wife Megan
74. Select the most appropriate words to fill in the Markle announced their decision to step back from
blank. their role as senior royals by leaving United Kingdom
Leopards have learned to ____ to semi-urban and limiting their royal commitments.
living near Mumbai and Gurugram. 78. In the following question, the sentence given
(a) adapt (b) adopt with blank to be filled in with an appropriate
(c) change (d) prepare word. Select the correct alternative out of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I) four and indicate it by selecting the
Ans : (a) According to the sense of the above sentence, appropriate option
'adapt' would be appropriate in the blank space. He _______ office late that day.
The meaning of other options is- (a) reached (b) was reached
Adopt- Take as one's own. (Accept) (c) reaching (d) is reach
Change- To transform or convert, modify. SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Prepare- Arrange, produce, adapt Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct sentence- Leopards have learned to adapt to 'reached' will be used because it is clear from 'that day'
semi-urban living near Mumbai and Gurugram. that the sentence is in past tense. Hence 'reached' (V2)
75. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the will be used.
blank. Correct sentence- He reached office late that day.
Darkness ____ over the forest increasing the 79. In the following question, the sentence given
danger of wild animals. with blank to be filled in with an appropriate
(a) collapsed (b) descended word. Select the correct alternative out of the
(c) grounded (d) declined four and indicate it by selecting the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I) appropriate option.
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I asked her if I ––––– borrow her necklace for 83. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
a day. blank and make a grammatically correct
(a) could (b) would sentence.
(c) should (d) can Nowadays, many home buyers –––––– interest
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I) in digital homes.
Ans : (a) In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) shows (b) showed
'could' would be appropriate because 'could' is used in (c) had shown (d) are showing
the sense of politely asking for something. SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Could- used as a more polite from of ''can'' when asking Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
for permission. 'are showing' will be suitable because 'home buyers' is
Note- If principal clause is in past tense, subordinate a plural subject so verb will also be in plural.
clause will also be in past. Correct Sentence- Now a days, many home buyers
Correct sentence- I asked her if I could borrow her are showing interest in digital homes.
necklace for a day. 84. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
80. In the following question, the sentence given blank and make a meaningful sentence.
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate The culprits should not be allowed to ––––
word. Select the correct alternative out of the easily.
four and indicate it by selecting the (a) get in (b) get on
appropriate option. (c) get away (d) get up
Sohail was busy when we _______ to see him. SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) went (b) go
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'get
(c) goes (d) gone
away' will be suitable.
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III)
The meaning of the other options is-
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Get in - Come, enter
'went (second form of go)' would be appropriate. Get on - Advance, ascend
Because if principal clause is in past tense, sub- Get up - Awake, stand.
ordinate clause will also be in past tense (V2) Correct sentence- The culprits should not be allowed
Correct sentence- Sohail was busy when we went to to get away easily.
see him.
85. Select the most appropriate to fill in the blank.
81. In the following question, the sentence given The company ––––– its first all electric car in
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate the Indian market soon.
word. Select the correct alternative out of the (a) is launching (b) launched
four and indicate it by selecting the (c) launch (d) has launched
appropriate option SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III)
When we got home last night, we found that the
guest _______. Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'is
(a) had arrived (b) has arrived launching' would be suitable because present continuous
(c) is arrived (d) have arrived tense is used to tell a definite event in the near future.
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II) Correct sentence- The company is launching its first
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, all electric car in the Indian market soon.
the verb 'had arrived' will be used. Usually two events 86. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
of the past in a sentence denote then the form of the blank.
verb will be in past perfect for the action that has When are you ––––– to write to your friend ?
already happened, while for those that will happen (a) gone (b) going
later, the verb of action will be in past indefinite. (c) goes (d) go
Correct sentence- When we got home last night, we SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I)
found that the guest had arrived. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, 'present continuous' is
82. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the used. Hence 'going' will be used in the blank space.
blank. (Is / am / are + V + ing)
Raja ––––– the house before Hari got there. Correct sentence- When are you going to write to
(a) left (b) will leave your friend?
(c) leaves (d) had left 87. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III) blank.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, He ––––– done it.
'had left' will be used. Because in the sentence two (a) should have been (b) shouldn't have
clauses are connected with 'before' then the first clause (c) should had not (d) should not had
(the action which is completed earlier) will be used in SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
past perfect, second clause (which action is happened Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
later) will be past indefinite. Hence had + verb3 will be 'shouldn't have' would be appropriate. 'Shouldn't have'
used in the blank space. is used in the sense of given sentence.
Correct sentence- Raja had left the house before Hari Note- Model+hava+V3
got there. Correct sentence- He shouldn't have done it.
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88. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 93. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
I ––––– blood in the hospital tomorrow. I watched him ––––.
(a) have donated (b) was donating (a) to falling (b) to fell
(c) will donate (d) had donated (c) fell (d) fall
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the sentence, 'will Ans. (d) : 'Fall' will be used in the blank space of the
donate' will be suitable because it is clear from the use above sentence because 'fall' is an intransitive verb, do
of tomorrow in the sentence that the sentence will be in not use infinitive and do not take with object.
future indefinite only. Hence- 'fall' will be used at the blank space.
Correct sentence- I will donate blood in the hospital Correct sentence- I watched him fall.
tomorrow. 94. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
89. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
blank. He ––––– his portrait in the main hall.
I am always –––– for good books. (a) had hanged (b) hung
(a) looking out (b) looking down (c) hang (d) hanged
(c) looking after (d) looking into SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'hung' would be appropriate, because the use of 'hung'
'looking out for' will be suitable, because looking out (v2 form of hang) would be appropriate in the sense of
for (phrase) - to be aware. 'hanging' of picture.
The meaning of other options is- Correct sentence- He hung his portrait in the main
Look after - To take care of , be responsible for, hall.
Looking down - Dominate, look over, 95. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Look into - Examine, check out, blank.
Correct sentence- I am always looking out for good ––––– you like some water?
books. (a) Do (b) Would
90. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) Shall (d) can
blank. SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
The little puppy was ––– by a speeding car. Ans. (b) : The above given sentence in blank space,
(a) run away (b) run into the verb 'would' will be appropriate because 'would' is
(c) run over (d) run at a past form of the verb 'will' and used to polite request.
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) The correct sentence- 'would you like some water?'
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Thus, the correct answer is potion (b).
'run over' will be used, because 'run over' means- 96. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(injure) which would be appropriate according to the blank and make a grammatically correct
sentence. sentence.
The meaning of other options is- Shailesh finally decided to take a back seat and
Run away - Escape let his son ––––– the family business.
Run into - Come together (encounter) (a) running (b) to run
Correct sentence- The little puppy was run over by a (c) will run (d) run
speeding car. SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
91. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
blank. 'run' will be used.
Teachers would like –––– a long holiday. Note - 'Bare infinitive' is used with 'let' and make in
(a) having been (b) to have
(c) have (d) having for causative verb.
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) Correct sentence- Shailesh finally decided to take a
back seat and let his son run the family business.
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'to
have' will be used, because the verb 'have' should be in 97. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
to infinitive form, hence 'like' will be followed by 'to'. blank and make a grammatically correct
Correct sentence- Teachers would like to have a long sentence.
holiday. Rachna was angry with her father because he
did not take her to the zoo as he ––––––.
92. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) promise (b) promises
blank. (c) had promised (d) is promising
I –––– very busy lately. SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) would be (b) have been
(c) will be (d) should be Ans. (c) : 'Had promised' will be used in the blank
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) space of the above sentence because the sentence is in
past tense and 'past perfect tense' is used for past of
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, past.
'have been' will be used because the sentence is Correct sentence- ''Rachna was angry with her father
expressing the sense of lately. because he did not take her to the zoo as he had
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98. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (c) : The use of 'recognized' in the blank space of
blank and make a grammatically correct the above sentence would be appropriate because if the
sentence. sentence denoted two actions of the past, then the
The players returned to the dilapidated hotel action that is happened earlier will be used in past
that –––– them. perfect, the action that is happened later will be used in
(a) was been allocated to past indefinite.
(b) were allocated to Correct sentence- Although I had never seen her
(c) had allocated to before, I recognized her from a photograph.
(d) was allocated to
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III) 103. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, blank and make a grammatically correct
'was allocated to' would be appropriate because sentence.
according to singular noun 'hotel,' singular verb 'was' Robert and Rooney aren't very good friends
will be suitable. although they –––– each other for a long time.
Correct sentence- The players returned to the (a) have known (b) are knowing
dilapidated hotel that was allocated to them. (c) has known (d) knew
99. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
blank and make a grammatically correct Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
sentence. sentence, 'have known' will be suitable in the blank
Maryam –––––– to anyone as she was angry. space because the first clause of the sentence is in
(a) not spoke (b) did not spoken present tense. Hence the second clause will also be in
(c) did not spoke (d) did not speak present tense. 'For a long time' shows the sentence is in
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III) present perfect tense.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Correct sentence- Robert and Rooney aren't very good
'did not speak' will be suitable because 'V1' (first form friends although they have known each other for a long time.
of verb) is used with 'did' in past indefinite. 104. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Rule- The first form of verb (v1) is used with 'do/ blank and make a grammatically correct
does/did.' sentence.
Correct sentence- Maryam did not speak to anyone as The bodies –––– identified as those of two
she was angry.'' suspected drug dealers.
100. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the (a) were (b) had
blank and make a meaningful sentence. (c) have (d) was
Suman found a hundred-rupee note ––––– on SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III)
the road. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
(a) lied (b) laying sentence, the verb 'were' will be used in the blank
(c) lying (d) lies space because the sentence is in passive voice. Since
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III) '3rd form of verb' is used.
Ans. (c) : According to the above sentence, the use of Correct sentence- The bodies were identified as those
'lying' is appropriate because in the sentence (note of two suspected drug dealers.
lying on the road), the sense of feeling is appearing . 105. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct sentence- Suman found a hundred-rupee note blank and make a grammatically correct
lying on the road. sentence.
101. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the You are sure to ––––– if you don't keep to the
blank and make a grammatically correct path.
sentence. (a) get lose (b) got lost
Our neighbours threatened to call the police if (c) get lost (d) got lose
we ––––– stop the noise. SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) didn't (b) hasn't Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'get
(c) doesn't (d) haven't lost' will be used because VIst form is used after
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) infinitive 'to' and 'get lost' is used as a phrase.
Ans. (a) : 'Didn't' will be suitable in the blank space of It is used to tell someone forcefully and quite rudely to
the above sentence, because the first clause of the go away.
sentence is in past tense. Hence the second clause will Correct sentence- You are sure to get lost if you don't
also be in past tense. keep to the path.
Note- Helping verb 'did' is used in past indefinite
tense. 106. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Correct sentence- Our neighbours threatened to call blank and make a meaningful sentence.
the police if we did not stop the noise. His old car ––––– on the highway.
102. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) broke up (b) broke out
blank and make a grammatically correct sentence. (c) broke in (d) broke down
Although I had never seen her before, I –––– SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
her from a photograph. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(a) am recognizing (b) recognize 'broke down' will be suitable while the meaning of the
(c) recognized (d) have recognized other options is different.
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II) Break down- to stop working
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Break up - to take apart 111. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Break out - begin suddenly and sometimes violently. blank.
Break in - Intrude. Leading novelists of the nineteenth century
Correct sentence- His old car broke down on the _____ for a cause.
highway. (a) writes (b) has written
107. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) are writing (d) wrote
blank and make a grammatically correct SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
sentence. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
The driver of the car probably holds the key to 'wrote' would be appropriate, because from the
–––– the crime. (nineteenth century) used in the sentence, it is clear
(a) solving (b) solves that the sentence will be in past tense. Hence past
(c) solved (d) solution indefinite verb 'wrote' (v2) will be used.
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) Correct sentence- Leading novelists of the nineteenth
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, century wrote for a cause.
'solving' will be suitable because 'key to solving' is
112. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
used.
blank.
Note- Key to + doing something
A major earthquake ______ in India on 8
Correct sentence- The driver of the car probably
holds the key to solving the crime. October 2005 in Uri.
(a) occurs (b) has been occurring
108. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) occurred (d) is occurring
blank.
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
He ––––– for a week when his father came.
(a) has been ill (b) had been ill Ans. (c) : 'Occurred' will be used in the blank space of
(c) is being ill (d) is ill the above sentence, because in the above sentence the
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) events of the past have been described. Hence verb
Ans. (b) : 'Had been ill' will be used in the blank space 'occurred' (v2) will be used in past indefinite.
of the above sentence, because it is clear from the use Correct sentence– A major earthquake occurred in
of for + a week (time), that given sentence is in past India on 8 October 2005 in Uri.
perfect continuous tense. 113. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
So helping verb (had been) will be used. blank.
Rule - As a rule, if two actions of past tense are The earth _______ round the sun and not the
denoted in a sentence, then for the action which is vice-versa.
finished first, verb is in past perfect and for the action (a) revolving (b) revolves
that is happened later, verb is in past indefinite. (c) revolve (d) has revolve
Correct sentence- He had been ill for a weak when his SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
father came. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
109. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 'revolves' will be used because the sentence with
blank. universal truth are kept in present indefinite tense and
She returned the book after she ––––it. make singular by using s/es at the end of the verb.
(a) reads (b) read Correct sentence- The earth revolves round the sun
(c) had read (d) was read and not the vice-versa.
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 114. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'had read' will be used. Because usually there are two blank.
action in past tense then for the action which is A toddler's brain ______ pretty much fully
finished first, verb is in past perfect tense and for developed by the age of three.
action that happened later, verb is in past indefinite (a) was (b) are
tense. (c) were (d) is
Rule - 'Past perfect tense' is used for past of past SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I)
Note- Subject + VII + object + after + subject + had + Ans. (d) : The use of 'is' would be appropriate in the
main vIII + object. blank space of the above sentence. Because its subject
Correct sentence- She returned the book after she (a toddler brain) is singular. Hence singular verb (is)
had read it will be used.
110. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Note - Present tense is used to show the general sense.
blank. Correct sentence- A toddler's brain is pretty much
A twelve year old boy drowned in a pit –––– up fully developed by the age of three.
for the coastal road project. 115. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) dig (b) digs blank.
(c) digging (d) dug Researchers say that about 33% of people with
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) diabetes may _______ a skin disorder in their
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, lifetime.
phrase verb 'dug up' will be suitable. (a) have been (b) has been
Correct sentence- A twelve year old boy drowned in a (c) have (d) has
pit dug up for the coastal road project. SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 120. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'have' will be used. Because 'Have' (v1) is used after blank.
modal verb 'may'. He fell ............ the swing in the garden.
Correct sentence- Researchers say that about 33% of (a) along (b) below
people with diabetes may have a skin disorder in their (c) off (d) away
lifetime. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
116. Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence
word. preposition 'off' will be used because 'fall off' means –
Shakespeare _______ this play. 'fall heavily or suddenly' which gives suitable meaning
(a) write (b) is writing in the sentence.
(c) has been writing (d) wrote
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III) Hence, Option (c) is correct
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Correct Sentence-
'wrote' would be appropriate, because it is describes He fell off the swing in the garden.
the past event, only simple past would be used here 121. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'wrote' v2 form is used in past indefinite tense. blanks.
Correct sentence– ........ this time next week I will be ........
Shakespeare wrote this play. Mumbai.
117. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the (a) By; in (b) In; in
blank. (c) On; at (d) At; from
While in Rome we must do as Romans ______. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
(a) is doing (b) was doing
(c) had done (d) do Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II) preposition, 'by' and 'in' will be used. because it gives
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above appropriate meaning.
sentence, 'do' would be appropriate in the blank space The other options are not suitable.
because in sentence, the use of the word 'Romans' is in Correct sentence–By this time next week I will be in
plural number. Hence the use of the verb will also be Mumbai.
in plural number. 122. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct sentence- blank.
While in Rome we must do as Romans do. I organised my dressing table by putting all the
rubber bands ______ the drawer.
C. Preposition (a) for (b) in
118. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate (c) on (d) at
option. SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
This change is responsible for a recent ........... Ans. (b) : The use of 'in' would be appropriate in the
the number of cases of cancer in this age group. blank space of the above sentence while other
(a) rise at (b) rise in prepositions give different meaning.
(c) rise of (d) rise to For –: because of (something), used to indicate the
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) place someone.
Ans. (b) : The appropriate option for the blank space is On –: touching and being supported by the top
option (b) 'rise in' because 'rise' take preposition 'in'. surface of something.
Other option are incorrect answer. At –: used to indicate the place where someone or
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). something is.
Correct Sentence- Correct Sentence–
This charge is responsible for a recent rice in the I organised my dressing table by putting all the rubber
number of cases of cancer in this age group. bands in the drawer.
119. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 123. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
I will be joining the office ........... a week's time. The increasing concerns about climate change
(a) in (b) at point to the need for enhanced efforts towards
(c) during (d) by ______ sustained growth.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I (a) achieved (b) achieve
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'in' (c) achieving (d) to achieve
will be used. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
preposition 'in' is used with parts of the day (not specific Ans. (c) : The word 'achieving' would be appropriate in
times), months, year and seasons. It is used as phrase- the blank space of the above sentence because '(ing)
exp:- in a week's time. form of verb is used after towards (preposition)'.
in two year's time.
Correct sentence– The increasing concerns about
Correct Sentence- climate change point to the need for enhanced efforts
I will be joining the office in a week's time. towards achieving sustained growth.
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124. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (c) : 'To take' will be used in blank space of the
blank. above sentence, the verb need + to (infinitive) is
Tickets for the event are available ______ the always used in the first form (v1st) of the verb.
door; there is no advance booking. Correct sentence- You really need to take some
(a) at (b) in guidance in Chemistry.
(c) of (d) to 129. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III blank.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'At' Vivek has a strong resemblance _________ his
grandfather.
will be used before 'the door', because 'at' preposition is (a) about (b) to
used to indicate a specific place or time. (c) with (d) from
Correct sentence – SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Tickets for the event are available at the door; there is Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'to'
no advance booking. (preposition)' would be appropriate, because 'to' is used
125. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the with resemblance to denote similarity.
blank. Correct sentence- Vivek has a strong resemblance to
Many people like playing cricket, but _____ my his grandfather.
opinion, it is too chaotic. 130. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
(a) in (b) from word.
(c) for (d) with Eggs are sold ______ the dozen.
(a) by (b) in
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I (c) to (d) at
Ans. (a) : 'In' will be used in the blank space of the SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
above sentence because 'in' preposition is used before Ans. (a) : 'By' will be used in blank space of the above
'My opinion' in the sentence of giving (personal sentence because 'by' preposition is used to express the
opinion/advice). sense of dozen (measurement).
Correct Sentence – Correct sentence-
Many people like playing cricket, but in my opinion, it Eggs are sold by the dozen.
is too chaotic. 131. Select the most appropriate words to fill in the
126. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.
blank. Today computer viruses spread ______ a
dizzying speed ______ way of file downloads.
He admonished his listeners ______ their (a) by; by (b) at; from
wicked ways. (c) at; by (d) in; from
(a) changes (b) changed SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) to change (d) change Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'At and by' would be
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II appropriate, the preposition 'by' is used for indicating
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence 'to the means of achieving something, and 'at' is used for
change' will be used because 'to' preposition is used expressing a particular state or condition.
with admonish. Hence option (c) is correct.
Note– Admonish somebody to do something. Correct sentence- Today computer viruses spread at a
Correct Sentence– dizzying speed by way of file downloads.
He admonished his listeners to change their wicked 132. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
ways. blank.
We respect you but we don’t agree ______ your
127. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the ideas.
blank. (a) to (b) for
The artists will arrive ........ an hour. (c) by (d) with
(a) between (b) along SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) within (d) before Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'with' preposition
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) would be appropriate with agree.
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of above sentence, The other options are not suitable.
'within' (before the end of) will be used in the blank Note- (i) agree with someone or something.
space. (ii) agree on a topic or subject.
The other options give different meaning. (iii) agree to do something.
Correct sentence- The artists will arrive within an Correct sentence- We respect you but we don't agree
hour. with your ideas.
128. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 133. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
blank. word.
You really need ______ some guidance in It is not easy to distinguish a loyal friend
Chemistry. ______ a flatterer.
(a) take (b) taking (a) among (b) between
(c) to take (d) to be taking (c) and (d) from
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence,
preposition 'from' will be used. Because 'from' will be 'with and in' would be appropriate in the blank space.
suitable with distinguish. The other options do not give proper meaning .
The other options are not suitable. Correct sentence- The boy was leaning against the
Correct sentence- It is not easy to distinguish a loyal pillar with his hands in his pockets.
friend from a flatterer. 139. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
134. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate blanks.
word. The vibrations from wind instruments –––––
The fan was directly ______ my head. always positive and good –––– your breathing
(a) on (b) over and health.
(c) at (d) below (a) is, in (b) are; for
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) (c) were; to (d) was; in
Ans. (b) : 'Over' would be appropriate in the blank SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
space of the above sentence, because 'over' preposition Ans : (b) According to the sense of above sentence, 'are'
is used in the sense of 'above'. and for' will be used in the blank space because
Correct sentence- The fan was directly over my head. 'vibrations' is plural noun so plural verb 'are' is correct.
'Good for something or somebody' is used.
135. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate Correct sentence- The vibrations from wind
word. instruments are always positive and good for your
______ Sunny, two others have qualified for the breathing and health.
final round of the quiz. 140. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) Along (b) Besides blank.
(c) Between (d) Apart Please sign these documents ––––ink so that
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) they can be preserved.
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, the (a) with (b) in
use of 'besides' would be appropriate because in the (c) from (d) by
sentence, the sense of addition is appearing. SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
The other options give different meaning. Ans : (b) In the blank space of the above sentence, 'In'
Correct sentence- Besides Sunny, two others have will be used because 'in' preposition is to describe some
qualified for the final round of the quiz. characteristic intrinsic to the writing itself.
136. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate Correct sentence- Please sign these documents in ink
word. so that they can be preserved.
She has inherited her fondness ______ tennis 141. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
from her parents. blank.
(a) to (b) at It is said that children who learn to use their
(c) for (d) by body, mind and emotions for their own
SSC CPO-SI–23/11/2020 (Shift-II) wellbeing, work ______ the wellbeing of others.
Ans. (c) : 'For' preposition would be appropriate in the (a) within (b) into
blank space of the above sentence. (c) forwards (d) towards
'For' preposition is used with fondness. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
'Fondness for somebody/something' is used. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of above sentence,
Correct sentence- She has inherited her fondness for 'towards' will be used in the blank space because it is a
tennis from her parents. preposition which means – in the direction of
137. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate something.
word. The meaning of other options is –
He was born in a business family and has a Within –: inside (a certain area or space)
natural aptitude ______ business. Into –: to or toward the inside of (something)
(a) on (b) at Forward –: toward the future.
(c) for (d) to Correct sentence- It is said that children who learn to
use their body, mind and emotions for their own
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
wellbeing, work towards the wellbeing of others.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
142. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'for' would be appropriate because 'for' preposition is
blank in the given sentence.
used with aptitude. The area is _____ close circuit television
Correct sentence- He was born in a business family surveillance.
and has a natural aptitude for business. (a) about (b) over
138. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the (c) into (d) under
blank. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III)
The boy was leaning against the pillar_____ his Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
hands _____ his pockets. 'under' would be appropriate which means –: within
(a) with; from (b) with; in the group that has.
(c) for; into (d) for; in The meaning of other options is –
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) About –: very close to doing something
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Over –: downward to a flat or horizontal position. 147. In the following question, the sentence given
Into –: to or toward the inside of (something) with blank to be filled in with an appropriate
or word. Select the correct alternative out of the
in the direction of (something) four and indicate it selecting the appropriate
Correct sentence- The area is under close circuit option.
television surveillance. Anita was musing _______ memories of the
143. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the past.
blank. (a) on (b) off
Madhuri is bringing ............... her sister's (c) for (d) to
daughter after the death of the child's parents. SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II)
(a) over (b) out Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
(c) up (d) in sentence, 'On' will be used in the blank space.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III) Musing on memories –: to think carefully about
something for a time.
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above Correct sentence- Anita was musing on memories of
sentence, 'Bring up' would be appropriate in the blank the past.
space.
Bring up means -: to take care of and teach. 148. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
The meaning of other options are – blank.
Bring in –: to cause (someone) to become involved in a He is addicted to alcohol and exerts a bad
influence ––––– his family.
process, activity etc. (a) in (b) about
Bring out -: reveal uncover. (c) for (d) on
Correct sentence- Madhuri is bringing up her sister's SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
daughter after the death of the child's parents.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
144. Turn the AC _____before you leave the office. 'On' will be used because on/upon preposition is used
(a) out (b) off with influence.
(c) down (d) in Correct sentence- He is addicted to alcohol and exerts
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III) a bad influence on his family.
Ans : (b) In the blank space of the above sentence, 'off' 149. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
will be used because 'on/off' is used to start/off any blank and make a grammatically correct
device. sentence.
Correct sentence- Turn the AC off before you leave Planets do not have light ––––– their own.
the office. (a) on (b) by
145. In the following question, the sentence given (c) of (d) for
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
word. Select the correct alternative out of the Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'of'
four and indicate it by selecting the preposition would be appropriate because the sense of
appropriate option possession is appearing.
Throw a stone _______ the fierce cat. Correct Sentence- Planets do not have light of their
(a) above (b) on own.
(c) at (d) forward 150. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II) blank and make a grammatically correct
Ans. (c) : 'At' (preposition) will be used in the blank sentence.
space of the above sentence, because 'at' is used to There is no information ––––– the company's
show point of place and 'on' is used to denote the time. profit in the report.
Forward means – in a forward direction. (a) about (b) along
Correct sentence- Throw a stone at the fierce cat. (c) among (d) with
146. In the following question, the sentence given SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
word. Select the correct alternative out of the sentence, 'about' will be used in the blank space
four and indicate it by selecting the because preposition 'about' is used with 'information'.
appropriate option Correct sentence- There is no information about the
Mr. Jain has been in this college _______ 2000. company's profit in the report.
(a) for (b) since 151. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) of (d) off blank.
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III) He is a descendant –––– the Mughal royalty.
Ans. (b) : 'Since' will be used in the blank space of the (a) for (b) of
above sentence, because the sentence is in present (c) in (d) to
perfect continuous tense. SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Hence 'since is used for point of time. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Note–: In perfect continuous tense, since is used for preposition 'of' would be appropriate, because
point of time and 'for' is used with period of time. preposition 'of ' is used with descendant.
Correct sentence- Mr. Jain has been in this college Correct sentence- He is a descendant of the Mughal
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152. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 157. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank. blank and make a meaningful sentence.
I congratulated him –––– his promotion. The children ––––– over the property of their
(a) because of (b) to father.
(c) due of (d) on (a) quarrelled (b) approved
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) (c) confiscated (d) enjoyed
Ans. (d) : 'On' preposition would be appropriate in the SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
blank space of the above sentence, because 'On'
(preposition) is used with congratulated. Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct sentence- I congratulated him on his 'quarrelled' will be the used, because preposition over
promotion. is used with quarrel.
153. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Quarrel over (idiom) :- to have an argument or dispute
blank. about something.
The origin of ice-cream dates back –––– nearly Correct sentence- The children quarrelled over the
half-a-century. property of their father.
(a) to (b) at 158. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) from (d) into blank and make a grammatically correct
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) sentence.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'to' A babysitter is somebody who looks –––––
will be used because 'dates back to' is a phrase which other people's children.
means :- 'to have originated at an earlier time'. (a) for (b) on
Correct sentence- The origin of ice-cream dates back (c) over (d) after
to nearly half-a-century.
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
154. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Though I am tall, I feel inferior ––––– others. 'after' will be used. 'look after' is a phrasal verb which
(a) to (b) than means :- 'take care of'
(c) upon (d) from The other options give different meaning –
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III) Look for :- try to find something that you have lost.
Ans. (a) : 'To' will be used in the blank space of the Look on :- to consider to someone or something in a
above sentence because preposition 'to' is used with particular way.
'inferior'. Look over :- to examine something or someone
Correct Sentence- quickly.
Though I am tall, I feel interior to others. Correct sentence- A babysitter is somebody who
155. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the looks after other people's children.
blank and make a grammatically correct 159. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
sentence. blank and make a grammatically correct
There was a heated discussion ––––– two sentence.
members of the club.
(a) among (b) of It wasn't easy, but finally we succeeded –––––
(c) in (d) between finding a solution to the problem.
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) of (b) at
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, ' (c) in (d) for
Between' is used because there is talk about two person SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
then 'Between' is used and when there is talk about Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'In'
more than two persons, then 'Among' is used. preposition will be used.
ex- 1. Father distributed the sweets between his two Succeed in (something) :- to complete or accomplish
sons. something as one desires hopes, or intends.
2. Father distributed the sweets among his three sons. Correct sentence- It wasn't easy, but finally we
Correct sentence- There was a heated discussion succeeded in finding a solution to the problem.
between two members of the club
160. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
156. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank and make a grammatically correct
blank and make a grammatically correct sentence.
sentence.
People tend to turn a blind eye ––––– crime I'm short –––––– funds at the moment so can I
against women. pay you back next week ?
(a) to (b) at (a) of (b) in
(c) on (d) in (c) off (d) at
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : 'To' will be used in the blank space of the Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
above sentence, because 'turn a blind eye to' will be sentence, 'of' would be appropriate.
suitable. It is a idiomatic phrase. 'Short of something' is used.
Correct sentence- People tend to turn a blind eye to Correct sentence- I'm short of funds at the moment so
crime against women. can I pay you back next week?

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161. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 166. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank and make a grammatically correct blank.
sentence. Disputes destroy your happiness and distract
The vase broke ––––– pieces when Simran you ______ your everyday tasks at work and
dropped it. home.
(a) from (b) in (a) off (b) from
(c) among (d) into
(c) away (d) at
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : 'Into' would be appropriate in the blank
space of the above sentence. Because 'into' is used with Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
break, according to the sense of the sentence. 'from' is used (as a preposition) with distract .
'Break into' means ;- 'to divide into pieces, as by Distract+ somebody/something from something.
bending or cutting.' Correct sentence- Disputes destroy your happiness
Correct sentence- ''The vase broke into pieces when and distract you from your everyday tasks at work and
Simran dropped it.’’ home.
162. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank. D. Conjunction
She is highly skilled ––––– dealing with difficult
customers. 167. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
(a) of (b) into word.
(c) at (d) on
The mid-day meal ensures ............ each child
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
studying in a government school has at least
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above
sentence, 'at' preposition would be appropriate in the one nutritious meal a day.
blank space. 'At' is used with skill. The other options (a) that (b) these
give different meaning. (c) this (d) those
Correct sentence- She is highly skilled at dealing with SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
difficult customers. Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
163. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 'that' will be used because 'that' is used as a conjunction
blank. after ensure.
They were astonished ––––– his failure in the Correct Sentence-
competition. The mid-day meal ensures that each child studying in a
(a) in (b) at
(c) on (d) from government school has at least one nutritious meal a
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) day.
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'at' 168. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
would be appropriate because fixed preposition 'at' is blank.
used with astonished. She is as fearless ........... a tigress.
Correct sentence- They were astonished at his failure (a) also (b) as
in the competition.
(c) so (d) like
164. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
The little girl protested _____ the hypocrisy of Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence 'as'
her elders. will be used in the blank space. Because when the
(a) against (b) apart similarity of a person with someone 'as something as' is
(c) along (d) with used.
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III) 'as........as' is used in pair as a conjunction.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Correct Sentence-
'Against' will be used because preposition 'against' is
used with protest'. She is as fearless as a tigress.
Correct sentence- The little girl protested against the 169. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
hypocrisy of her elders. blank.
165. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Don't leave the room .......... I am back.
blank. (a) until (b) when
Tin cans, used for storing food are made _____
electroplating tin onto iron. (c) while (d) since
(a) of (b) with SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
(c) by (d) to Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II) 'until' will be used. Because according to the meaning of
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'by' the sentence, condition is being expressed time so
will be suitable because preposition 'by' is used with conjunction 'until' will be suitable.
made when mention the name of the company or The other option will not give proper meaning.
person that has made something.
Correct sentence- Tin cans, used for storing food are Correct Sentence-
made by electroplating tin onto iron. Don't leave the room until I am back.

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170. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 174. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
I won the online game of chess .......... I was out The police will regard it as an accident........ any
of practice. evidence to the contrary is found.
(a) even if (b) because (a) otherwise (b) unless
(c) unless (d) even though (c) whenever (d) still
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
'even though' would be appropriate, because 'even sentence subordinating conjunction, 'unless' will be
though' is used as subordinating conjunction in the same used in the blank space.
way as although/though. 'Even though' similar to Unless + condition, + action/result.
although but it makes stronger contrast. The other options give different meaning.
The other options do not give proper meaning. Correct Sentence – The Police will regard it as an
accident unless any evidence to the contrary is found.
Correct Sentence-
I won the online game of chess even though I was out of 175. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
practice. blank.
Let us know _________ you change your mind.
171. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) although (b) in case
blank. (c) suppose (d) however
She was –––––– right nor wrong. SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(a) whether (b) not Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
(c) neither (d) either sentence, 'In case' would be appropriate.
SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III Note- (i) 'In case' is used in the sense of 'we are
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, prepared for future circumstances'.
'neither' is used. Because correlative conjunction (ii) 'In case’ is used at the beginning of the sentence in
'neither'----- nor' is used together. the sense of 'if'.
The use of some correlative conjunctions – Main clause (Action) + In case + subordinating clause
No sooner ---------- than (Reason)
Hardly/scarcely --------- when Correct Sentence-
Correct Sentence - Let us know in case you change your mind.
176. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
She was neither right nor wrong.
word.
172. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the We cannot delay the project ______ it is
blank. urgent.
_____ did she open her lunch box than (a) than (b) although
everyone gathered around her. (c) as if (d) because
(a) As soon as (b) No sooner SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) Just as (d) Hardly Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III sentence, conjunction 'because' will be used in the
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'No blank space. As a subordinating conjunction 'because'
sooner' will be used. Because it is a co-relative is used to explain the reason.
conjunction. Correct sentence- We cannot delay the project
'No sooner ------- than' is used together. because it is urgent.
The use of some co-relative conjunctions – 177. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
Hardly/scarcely --------- when word.
Not only --------- but also The wise try to improve themselves ______ the
fools keep blaming their luck.
173. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) whether (b) still
blank. (c) whereas (d) therefore
_____or not you allow me. I am going to the SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
fair. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above
(a) If (b) Whether sentence, 'whereas' would be appropriate in the blank
(c) Until (d) Unless space. because it is used for showing a fact that is
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II different.
Ans. (b) : In the given blank space 'whether' would be The meaning of other option is–
appropriate. Because 'unless/until' itself is a negative Still :- but yet
word, so after them, 'not' is used with 'whether'. It is Whether :- used to express a doubt or choice between
used as subordinating conjunction to select one of the two possibilities.
two item. Therefore :- for that reason.
Correct sentence– Correct sentence- The wise try to improve themselves
Whether or not you allow me, I am going to the fair. whereas the fools keep blaming their luck.
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178. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the She doesn't know –––––– to accept or refuse
blank. the proposal.
______ there were no buses, we had to take a (a) if (b) that
taxi. (c) whether (d) which
(a) Even if (b) Hence SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I)
(c) Since (d) Although Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence,
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) 'whether' would be appropriate.
Ans : (c) According to the sense of the above sentence Because 'whether' is used to express doubt which
conjunction. 'since' would be appropriate in the blank means:- used to show that something is true in either of
space. two cases. (Whether.........or)
The other options give different meaning. 'Or' is used with whether. It is a conjunction.
Even if :- Whether or not and has to do with conditions Correct sentence- She doesn't know whether to accept
that may apply. or refuse the proposal.
Hence :- So, thus 183. Both Sushant ______Rohit are handsome.
Although :- Used for introducing a statement that makes (a) a well as (b) and
the main statement in a sentence seem surprising. (c) or (d) neither
Correct sentence- Since there were no buses, we had to SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I)
take a taxi. Ans : (b) In the blank space of the above sentence, 'and'
179. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the will be used because 'and' is used with both.
blank. It is a co-relative conjunction.
This is the reason _______ I don't attend some co-relative conjunctions –
parties. both ----------- And
(a) because (b) since Not only --------- but also
(c) so (d) why Correct sentence- Both Sushant and Rohit are
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) handsome.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 184. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
conjunction 'why' will be used. 'why' is used to express blank.
the reason in the subordinate clause. –––– they are twins, they are worlds apart in
Correct sentence- This is the reason why I don't their attitude to life.
attend parties. (a) Although (b) Despite
180. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) Whereas (d) However
blank. SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III)
He had hardly gone a few kilometers ______ Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
his car broke down. sentence, 'Although' will be used in the blank space
(a) when (b) where because. It is a conjunction that is after used to show a
(c) that (d) than contrast.
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Other options give different meanings.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Correct sentence- Although they are twins, they are
'when' will be used because 'when' is used with Hardly, worlds apart in their attitude to life.
scarcely or barely while 'No sooner' is used with than. 185. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct sentence- He had hardly gone a few blank.
kilometers when his car broke down. We must start now –––– it will be too late
181. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) until (b) unless
blank. (c) or (d) but
This fabric is ________ though cheaper than SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
other fabrics. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'or'
(a) as good as (b) more good will be used. Because the sense of 'or' is being revealed
(c) as good (d) so good as from the sentence.
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) The other options are –
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'As Until :- up to the point in time or the event mentioned.
good as' would be appropriate. Because the other Unless :- used to say that something can only happen
options give different meaning. or be true in a particular situation.
In option (b) – 'more good' (comparative and positive) But :- used to introduce the word or phrase that
con not use together. contrast with what was said before.
In option (c) 'As good' is not used in positive degree. Correct sentence- We must start now or it will be too
In option (d) 'So good as' is used in negative sentence. late.
Correct sentence- This fabric is as good as though 186. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
cheaper than other fabrics. blank.
182. In the following question, the sentence given The entry gates were closed ––––– we could
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate enter in.
word. Select the correct alternative out of the (a) till (b) before
four and indicate it by selecting the (c) after (d) until
appropriate option. SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Because :- for the reason that, due to the fact that.
'before' will be used. The word before/after are in time Whether :- used to introduce the first of two.
expression and these are used to indicate when Correct sentence- We cannot quote a price unless we
something happens in the past, present or future. So are allowed to examine the sample.
'Before' is the correct conjunction here. The other 191. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
options are give different meaning. blank.
Till – until Gita won't pass the examination and ______
After :- At a time later than something. will Rita.
Correct sentence- The entry gates were closed before (a) nor (b) or
we could enter in. (c) either (d) neither
187. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II)
blank and make a grammatically correct Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
sentence. 'neither' will be used because 'neither' is used in the
Simran was reading a book ––––– waiting for sense of not one person. It is used in the sense of
the bus. 'also'.
(a) while (b) from Correct sentence- Gita won't pass the examination
(c) during (d) at and neither will Rita.
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, E. Article
'while' would be appropriate. 'While' is used, when two
task are happening simultaneously. 192. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct sentence- ''Simran was reading a book while blanks.
waiting for the bus. I am ........ regular reader of ........ Times of
India.
188. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) a; the
blank and make a grammatically correct (b) the; a
sentence. (c) a; a
––––––– he plays well he has not been selected (d) the; no word required
in the team.
(a) Though (b) Because SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
(c) Since (d) Unless Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence. 'a'
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I) and 'the' will be used respectively because article 'a' is
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above used before 'indefinite singular noun' and article 'the' is
sentence 'Though' would be appropriate. used before the name of any 'newspaper'.
'Though' is used to add a fact that makes the previous Correct Sentence -
statement less strong. I am a regular reader of the Times of India.
Correct sentence- Though he plays well he has not 193. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
been selected in the team. blanks.
189. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is ........... union
blank and make a grammatically correct territory in ........... Bay of Bengal.
sentence. (a) an, a
Children are not allowed to use the swimming (b) the, the
pool ––––– they are accompanied by an adult. (c) the, no word required
(a) unless (b) at least (d) a, the
(c) if only (d) in case SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, Article 'a' will be used
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
before 'union' because the pronunciation of union is y(u)
sentence, 'unless' will be used, because It is used in
consonant sound and article 'the' is used before the bays
negative sense and told about condition.
and Gulfs.
'Until' is used in the sense of up to the time or when till.
Correct sentence- Children are not allowed to use the Hence option (d) will be correct answer.
swimming pool unless they are accompanied by an 194. Select the most appropriate to fill in the blanks.
adult. You can go to ________ national Art Gallery
190. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the but I want to visit _______ zoo first.
blank. (a) no word required; the
We cannot quote a price ––––– we are allowed (b) the; the
to examine the sample. (c) the; no word required
(a) except (b) unless (d) a; a
(c) because (d) whether SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'the' and 'the' will be used respectively because here
'unless' will be used, because the sentence is both the nouns are used in specific form.
conditional. The other options are – Correct sentence- You can go to the national Art
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195. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (a) : Article 'A' will be used in the blank space of
blank. the above sentence.
Educators have ––––– unique responsibility Use of 'a' before the word whose first letter of
towards the empowerment of their students. pronunciation is 'a' hindi consonant. 'An' is used before
(a) a (b) few vowel sound.
(c) an (d) some eg. An hour
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) A university
Ans : (a) In the blank space of the above sentence, 'a' Correct sentence- London is a European city.
will be used because 'a' is used before consonant sound. 200. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Even if they start with 'vowel' alphabet. 'Unique' starts blank.
with the consonant sound (u).
Hence the use of 'a' is correct. You have to do ––––– intensive training to
Correct sentence- Educators have a unique become a nurse.
responsibility towards the empowerment of their (a) the (b) a
students. (c) an (d) one
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
196. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank and make a grammatically correct Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
sentence. 'article' 'an' will be used because when the first word of
His clothes were way over –––– top for a pronunciation of Hindi vowel then 'an' is used when
sombre occasion. the pronunciation of consonant sound, then 'a' is used.
(a) the (b) no article Correct sentence- You have to do an intensive
(c) an (d) a training to become a nurse.
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, F. Correct use of Pronoun,
definite article 'the' will be used. Adjective & Adverb
The other options give different meaning.
Over the top - extremely or excessively flamboyant or 201. A sentence has been given with a blank to be
outrageous. filled with an appropriate option. Choose the
Correct Sentence – His clothes were way over the top correct alternative.
for a sombre occasion. Farms are increasingly turning to automation
197. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the for ______ reasons.
blank and make a grammatically correct (a) much (b) most
sentence. (c) little (d) many
It was ––––– honour of seema to be selected as SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I)
a teacher trainer.
(a) the (b) No article Ans. (d) : ‘many’ is used in the blank space of the
(c) an (d) a above sentence, because ‘many’ is an adjective, used
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) before the countable noun (reasons).
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Note- ‘Much’ is used before the uncountable noun.
'An' will be used because when a word is pronounced Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
with a vowel sound 'an' is used. Here the word 'honour' Correct Sentence-
begins with Hindi vowel 'Aa'. Farms are increasingly turning to automation for many
Correct sentence- It was an honour of seema to be reasons.
selected as a teacher trainer. 202. A sentence has been given with a blank to be
198. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the filled with an appropriate option. Choose the
blank and make a grammatically correct correct alternative.
sentence. The school was _______ than a mile from their
Anand Kumar is______ unique teacher.
(a) no article (b) an home.
(c) the (d) a (a) more (b) most
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I) (c) many (d) much
Ans : (d) In the blank space of the above sentence, 'a' SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
will be used as an article. Ans. (a) : The above given sentence, in blank space
Use of 'a' :- 'A' is used before consonant sound word. option (a) 'more' would be appropriate because the
eg :- a university. given sentence is in comparative degree, hence. 'more'
Use of 'an' :- 'An' is used before the vowel sound word. is used before 'than'.
eg :- An hour Much/Many → more → most
Correct sentence- Anand Kumar is a unique teacher.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
199. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank and make a grammatically correct Correct Sentence-
sentence. The school was more than a mile from their home.
London is ––––– European city. 203. Select the most appropritate option to fill in the
(a) a (b) No article blank.
(c) an (d) the She is _______ a peacock in the blue satin
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I) saree.
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(a) So beautiful as (b) as beautiful as • 'Cooperated' is a verb.
(c) beautiful like (d) very beautiful as • 'Cooperation' is a noun.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I) • 'Cooperatingly' is not an adverb, its structure is wrong.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence ‘as beautiful as’ will be Correct Sentence-
used in the blank space. because it gives suitable
Your son hasn't caused any problems; in fact, he has
meaning.
been very cooperative.
Correct Sentence-
She is as beautiful as a peacock in the blue stain saree. 208. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
word.
204. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Those who complete the test successfully will be
blank. moved into a/an ............ class.
The police will let .......... go after seeing their (a) advanced (b) rapid
passes. (c) crash (d) fast
(a) he (b) they SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
(c) we (d) them
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I 'Advanced' will be used in the blank space, because
Ans. (d) : The above given sentence, 'them' will be used 'advanced' is an adjective which is used before the noun.
in the blank space. Because the objective case pronoun The other objective gives different meaning.
is used after 'let' (verb). Correct sentence–Those who complete the test
Correct Sentence- successfully will be moved into an advanced class.
The police will let them go after seeing their passes. 209. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
205. Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate blank.
word. I lost my purse ......... between my house and the
The speaker impressed the audience with her metro station.
........... speech. (a) somewhere (b) there
(a) fluent (b) fluently (c) anywhere (d) wherever
(c) effluent (d) fluency SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'somewhere' will be used, because 'somewhere' is an
Adjective 'fluent' would be appropriate because 'speech' adverb, refer to a place without saying exactly.
is a noun. Hence, Adjective 'fluent' is used to qualify Correct sentence–I lost my purse somewhere between
before the noun. my house and the metro station.
Correct Sentence- 210. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
The speaker impressed the audience with her fluent blank.
speech.
It is quite hot today but it was .......... yesterday.
206. Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate (a) most hot (b) hotter
word.
(c) hottest (d) more hotter
The ............ bird collapsed due to the severe
heat wave. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
(a) migratory (b) migrates Ans. (b) : Conjunction 'but' shows the constract against
(c) migration (d) migrate two sentence so 'adjective 'hotter' would be appropriate
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I in the blank space.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Correct Sentence-
'migratory' would be appropriate because 'bird' is a It is quite hot today but it was hotter yesterday.
noun. Adjective 'migratory' is used to qualify before the 211. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
noun. word.
Correct Sentence-
As the sun was setting, the clouds were looking
The migratory bird collapsed due to the severe heat
beautiful with myriad .......... colours.
wave.
(a) differential (b) difference
207. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate (c) different (d) differently
word. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
Your son hasn't caused any problems; in fact,
he has been very ............... Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the given sentence,
(a) cooperative (b) cooperatingly adjective 'different' will be used because 'colours' is a
noun.
(c) cooperation (d) cooperated
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I The attribute of a noun is always described by an
adjective. Here 'different' is an adjective.
Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, 'cooperative' is an
adjective which is qulifies the adverb (very). Correct Sentence-
Hence in the blank space of the given sentence, As the sun was setting the clouds were looking beautiful
'cooperative' will be used. with myriad different colours.

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212. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
blank. 'who' will be used because the subject of the sentence is
The writer declares that –––––– children of 'He' and relative pronoun 'who' is used for subjective
their childhood is a criminal act. case.
(a) to rob (b) robbed Note :– Who is always used before verb while 'verb' is
(c) rob (d) robbing not used after 'whom'.
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III Correct sentence –
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, He is the patient who called you in the morning.
'Robbing' would be appropriate. Because participle 217. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
adjective (verb + ing) is used before children (noun).
blank.
Correct Sentence - About three years ago, an old man, ______
The writer declares that robbing children of their name was Paul, used to live in this house.
childhood is a criminal act. (a) whom (b) who
213. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) which (d) whose
blank. SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II
He was a ––––– stranger to me. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(a) full (b) settled 'whose' will be used because possessive adjective needs
(c) entire (d) complete here. So 'whose' will be used.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III Correct Sentence –
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, About three years ago, an old man, whose name was
'complete' will be used because it gives the sense of an Paul, used to live in this house.
adjective. Which is qualifying the noun 'stranger' used
in the sentence. 218. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct Sentence - blank.
He was a complete stranger to me. I am not going to buy ______ toys for you.
(a) them (b) these
214. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) they (d) this
blank.
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II
I have visited ______ coaching institutes in
your region. Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
(a) many (b) mostly 'these' would be appropriate in the blank space because,
here, 'these' is an demonstrative adjective which is used
(c) much (d) any
before the noun 'toys'.
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
The other options are not suitable.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Correct Sentence –
'Many' will be used because 'many' is used as an
I am not going to buy these toys for you.
adjective with countable noun. ' Coaching'.
While 'much' is used with uncountable noun. 219. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank.
Correct Sentence-
He persuaded other towns near Amman to
I have visited many coaching institutes in your region. send _____ soldiers to help him.
215. Select the most appropriate options to fill in the (a) its (b) there
blank. (c) their (d) they
He claims to be the _______ kid in the school. SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
(a) smartness (b) smartest Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(c) smarting (d) smarter 'their' will be used because possessive pronoun 'their' is
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I used for soldiers.
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence Correct Sentence-
(adj.) 'smartest' will be used. because 'The' is used He persuaded other towns near Amman to send their
before blank space Hence, 'superlative degree' is used soldiers to help him.
'the smartest'.
The degree of the other options is not suitable. 220. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct Sentence – blank.
The priority for the COVID-19 vaccine must be
He claims to be the smartest kid in the school. to cover the ____ number in the shortest time.
216. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) lengthiest (b) latest
blank. (c) longest (d) largest
He is the patient ____ called you in the SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
morning. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(a) which (b) whom superlative degree 'largest' will be used because
(c) who (d) that according to the sense of above sentence, it gives proper
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I or suitable meaning.
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Note:– Definite article 'the' is used before superlative Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
degree. 'myself' will be appropriate, because 'reflexive pronoun'
Correct Sentence:– The priority for the COVID-19 of 'I' is 'myself'.
vaccine must be to cover the largest number in the Correct sentence- When I solved the sum myself I
shortest time. was very happy.
221. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 226. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
blank. word.
The lack of regular academic sessions has
meant that in 2020 the country has had the ––– ______ of our success depends on our own
– share of students who have attended efforts.
educational institutions. (a) many (b) few
(a) lower (b) low (c) less (d) much
(c) lowest (d) last SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'much' will be used because 'much' is used for
lowest' will be used because superlative degree (lowest) uncountable noun.
is used after article 'the'. Correct sentence- Much of our success depends on
Correct sentence- our own efforts.
The lack of regular academic sessions has meant that in
2020 the country has had the lowest share of students 227. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
who have attended educational institutions. word.
222. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the The man ______ book you are reading is my
blank. father.
The ......... chair was discarded by the ten (a) that (b) whose
Antonym. (c) who (d) whom
(a) broken (b) broking SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) break (d) broke Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) 'whose' will be used, because the possessive case
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'broken (verb)' will be (ownership denote) is needed here.
used because 'broken' is used as an adjective and noun
(chair) is used after 'it'. Correct sentence- The man whose book you are
Correct sentence- The broken chair was discarded by reading is my father.
the ten Antonym. 228. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
223. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
blank. It is hard to conceive of a more _____ route
The Jupiter is the ______ planet in our solar than the one that this determined traveller
system. chose to follow.
(a) most big (b) biggest (a) stimulating (b) dashing
(c) bigger (d) big (c) daunting (d) provoking
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
superlative degree 'Biggest' will be used because Ans : (c) According to the sense of the above
superlative degree is used after 'the'. sentence, 'Daunting– (discouraging through fear) will
Correct sentence- be used in the blank space. The meaning of other
The Jupiter is the biggest planet in our solar system. options is –
224. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Stimulating– Rousing or quickening activity or the
blank in the given sentence. senses.
The girl _____ stood first in the class is a close Dashing– Lively and spirited.
friend. Provoking– Causing or tending to cause.
(a) Whose (b) Who Correct sentence- It is hard to conceive of a more
(c) Which (d) Whom daunting route than the one that this determined
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
traveller chose to follow.
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'who' will be used because it is clear from the use of 229. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
the verb (stood), the pronoun of the subjective case blank.
(who) will be used. Charlie Chaplin's rise to fame paralleled the
Correct sentence- ___growth of Hollywood movies in the first
The girl who stood first in the class is a close friend. decades of the century.
225. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) delayed (b) progressing
blank. (c) sluggish (d) explosive
When I solved the sum ______ I was very SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
happy.
(a) myself (b) itself Ans : (d) According to the sense of the above
(c) oneself (d) herself sentence, 'Explosive' will be used in the blank space
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) which gives complete sense.
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The meaning of other options is – Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Delayed– Not as for along as normal in development. 'proficient' would be appropriate. because here we are
Progressive – Industrial, promoting progress. talking about the formation in the French language.
Sluggish – Moving slowly. Note :- The word meaning of proficient and efficient is
Correct sentence- Charlie Chaplin's rise to fame same but the use of proficient for skillful in a language
paralleled the explosive growth of Hollywood movies and efficient for skillful in a any work.
in the first decades of the century. Correct sentence- She got a lucrative job of a
230. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the translator because she was proficient in French.
blank. 234. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Today ___ society is literally poisoning the
earth with acid rain. blank.
(a) industrialised (b) developing The committee reached ––––––– decision
(c) growing (d) cosmopolitan regarding the appointment of the chairman.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) (a) a compatible (b) an exemplary
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above (c) a unanimous (d) an agreeable
sentence, 'Industrialised' would be appropriate in the SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I)
blank space. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'a
The meaning of the other options is – unanimous' will be used, because when a decision is
Developing– Underdeveloped taken 'unanimous' the use of 'unanimous decision' is
Growing– Development appropriate for that.
Cosmopolitan– Universal, comprehensive. Correct sentence- The committee reached a
CORRECT SENTENCE- unanimous decision regarding the appointment of the
Today industrialised society is literally poisoning the chairman.
earth with acid rain. 235. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
231. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
blank. A –––––– speech is certainly more effective
The roads at 15000 feet are not easily navigable than one which is verbose.
and the air is ____ and freezing. (a) surly (b) sullen
(a) rarefied (b) intensified (c) lengthy (d) laconic
(c) elevated (d) exalted SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans : (a) According to the sense of the above sentence, 'laconic' will be used because laconic is being
'Rarefied' will be used. compared with verbose.
The meaning of other options is –
The meaning of other options is –
Intensified :- Made more intense (intense)
Elevated :- Raised above the ground. (raises) Surely :- certainly, for certain.
Exalted :- Of high moral or intellectual value. Sullen :- showing a brooding ill humor. (morose)
Correct sentence- The roads at 15000 feet are not Lengthy :- extended, long.
easily navigable and the air is rarefied and freezing. Correct sentence- A laconic speech is certainly more
232. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the effective than one which is verbose.
blank. 236. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
When you want to expand your vocabulary the blank.
best thing to do is to relate a known word with The ship sailed smoothly owing to ––––– winds.
an _____ one and guess the meaning from the (a) boisterous (b) tempestulous
context. (c) favourable (d) turbulent
(a) unclear (b) essential SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) unnecessary (d) unfamiliar Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) 'favourable' would be appropriate because the ship is
Ans : (d) According to the sense of the above sentence, sailed to go easily in favor of the direction due to the
'unfamiliar' would be appropriate in the blank space. wind.
The meaning of other options is – The meaning of other options is –
Unclear :- Poorly stated or described (ambiguous) Boisterous :- noisy and lacking in restraint or
Essential :- Basic and fundamental discipline. (unruly)
Unnecessary :- Not necessary.
Tempestulous :- stormy.
Correct sentence- When you want to expand your
vocabulary the best thing to do is to relate a known Turbulent :- tumultuous, unquiet.
word with an unfamiliar one and guess the meaning Correct sentence- The ship sailed smoothly owing to
from the context. favourable wind.
233. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 237. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
She got a lucrative job of a translator because She performs different roles very convincingly
she was –––––– in French. as she is a very_______ actor.
(a) deficient (b) proficient (a) virtuous (b) versatile
(c) sufficient (d) efficient (c) verbose (d) voracious
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Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence, 241. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
'versatile' would be appropriate in the blank space. blank.
The other options are – Father didn't believe ______ I said.
Virtuous :- morally excellent (Righteous) (a) that (b) which
(c) who (d) what
Verbose :- using or containing too many words.
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Voracious :- edacious, rapacious.
Ans : (d) According to the sense of above sentence,
Correct sentence- She performs different roles very
relative pronoun, 'what' would be appropriate. Which
convincingly as she is a very versatile actor. gives proper meaning, according to the meaning of the
238. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the sentence.
blank. Correct sentence- Father didn't believe what I said.
The owner of the house was____ at the 242. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
watchman for letting in a stranger. blank.
(a) impatient (b) indifferent –––––– of these boys is doing anything
(c) indignant (d) indulgent worthwhile.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) (a) Both (b) Each
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above (c) None (d) Either
sentence, 'Indignant' would be appropriate, which SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
means angry about an unfair situation. Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence,
The other options give different meaning. 'none' will be used in the blank space. The pronoun
Impatient :- agitated. 'None' is used more than two people.
Indifferent :- apathetic, uninterested. Rule :- 'Both' is used for two persons.
'Each' is used for more than two and in the sense of
Indulgent :- tolerant or lenient. each.
Correct sentence- 'None' for more than two persons, in the sense of none.
The owner of the house was indignant at the watchman 'Either' for two persons, in the sense of one.
for letting in a stranger. Correct sentence- None of these boys is doing
239. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate anything worthwhile.
word. 243. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
The old man wished to donate his _____wealth blank.
for the upliftment of the downtrodden. The company has appointed twice as ––––
(a) immense (b) elusive women as men.
(c) intense (d) eminent (a) many (b) more
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) (c) much (d) most
Ans : (a) In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
'immense' will be used. 'Immense' means 'very great in Ans : (a) 'Many' would be appropriate in the blank
amount'. space of the above sentence. Because it gives
appropriate meaning.
The meaning of other options gives different meaning– Rule :- 'Many' is used for plural countable noun in
Intense :-extremely sharp (acute) positive degree.
Eminent :- important 'More' is used for comparative degree as an adjective.
Immense :- huge, vast 'Much'– Much is used for positive degree as an
Elusive :- skillful, artful adjective.
Correct sentence- The old man wished to donate his 'Most'– Most is used for superlative degree as an
immense wealth for the upliftment of the downtrodden. adjective.
240. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- The company has appointed twice as
blank. many women as men.
A number of Indian goods face a –––––– 244. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
competition from Chinese goods in terms of blank.
prices and looks. Dozens of dogs in Norway have recently been
(a) fierce (b) bold hit by a mysterious and at times, _______
(c) angry (d) powerful illness, raising concerns among dog owners.
(a) dreary (b) desperate
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III) (c) suspicious (d) fatal
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
'fierce' (heavy, terrible) would be appropriate. Fierce :- Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
marked by extreme and violent energy. (Ferocious) 'fatal' would be appropriate.
The meaning of other options is – The meaning of other options is –
Bold :- fearless, adventuresome. Dreary :- dull, gloomy.
Angry :- feeling or showing anger. Desperate :- hopeless.
Powerful :- having great power or force. Suspicious :- mistrustful, distrustful.
Correct sentence- A number of Indian goods face a Correct sentence- Dozens of dogs in Norway have
fierce competition from chinese goods in term of recently been hit by a mysterious and at times, fatal
prices and looks. illness, raising concerns among dog owners.
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245. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) entitled (b) incited
blank. (c) indicted (d) invited
Indian films have ____ added nature without SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II)
its fury into long romantic songs. Ans : (a) According to the sense of the above sentence,
(a) fretfully (b) fussily 'Entitled' would be appropriate.
(c) frequently (d) formerly The meaning of other options is –
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) Incited :- provoked or stir up.
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above Indict :- accuse formally of a crime.
sentence, 'frequently' would be appropriate in the blank Invite :- call for, quest, pay for.
space of the sentence. Correct sentence- Government personnel on official
Correct sentence- Indian films have frequently added trips are entitled to claim reimbursement of their
nature without its fury into long romantic songs. expenses.
246. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 250. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank. blank.
The crisis would______ damage their The critics were _____ about his remarks on
reputation. the efficiency of the government and gave
(a) further (b) farther many examples to prove they didn't agree with
(c) either (d) neither him.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) (a) optimistic (b) morose
Ans : (a) According to the sense of the above (c) rational (d) cynical
sentence, 'further' would be appropriate in the blank SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II)
space. Ans : (d) According to the sense of the above sentence,
Further means :- Distance. 'cynical' would be appropriate in the blank space.
Correct sentence- The crisis would further damage The meaning of other options is –
their reputation. Optimistic :- hopeful
247. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Morose :- sullen, moody, dark
blank. Rational :- logical
Any account of the reign of King Harsha would Correct sentence- The critics were cynical about his
remain ____ without a reference to Hiuen remarks on the efficiency of the government and gave
Tsang. many examples to prove they didn't agree with him.
(a) incomplete (b) famous 251. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
(c) eminent (d) unknown word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I) I had ____ pain in the stomach after taking
Ans : (a) According to the sense of the above sentence, lunch.
'Incomplete' would be appropriate. (a) strict (b) heavy
The meaning of other options is – (c) huge (d) acute
Famous :- notable, renowned SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Eminent :- noteworthy, prominent. Ans : (d) According to the sense of the above sentence,
Unknown :- anonymous, nameless. 'Acute' would be appropriate in the blank space, which
Correct sentence- Any account of the reign of King means 'very much'.
Harsha would remain incomplete without a reference to The meaning of other options is
Hiuen Tsang. Strict :- rigid
248. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Heavy :- overweight
blank. Huge :- big, large.
The employees of our company are not____of Correct sentence- I had acute pain in the stomach after
their freedom. taking lunch.
(a) deployed (b) denied 252. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
(c) dissipated (d) deprived word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) All organizations seek sincere and
Ans :(d) According to the sense of the above sentence, ____employees.
'deprived' would be appropriate in the blank space. (a) industrious (b) industrial
The meaning of other options is – (c) inactive (d) inert
Deployed :- place troops or weapons in battle SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
formation. Ans : (a) According to the sense of the above sentence,
Denied :- refuse to recognise. 'Industrious' would be appropriate because the sense of
hardworking employees is being expressed in the
Dissipated :- spread out. sentence.
Correct sentence- The employees of our company are The meaning of other options is –
not deprived of their freedom. Industrial :- progressive, developed
249. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Inert :- unmoving
blank. Inactive :- sluggish
Government personnel on official trips are Correct sentence- All organizations seek sincere and
____ to claim reimbursement of their expenses. industrious employees.
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253. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence, 'who'
word. would be appropriate because 'who' is used as relative
.........people are remembered even after death pronoun subject and 'whom' is used with object.
for their good deeds. Sub + who
(a) Virtual (b) Violent Obj + whom
(c) Vicious (d) Virtuous Who is a subjective pronoun.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II) Who is used as relative pronoun.
Ans : (d) In the blank space of the above sentence, 'Who' works as relative clause.
'virtuous' would be appropriate. Correct sentence- It was I who saw Rajesh in the play-
The meaning of other options is – ground before school.
Violent :- unpeaceful. 258. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Virtual :- realistic. blank and make a grammatically correct
Vicious :- evil sentence.
Correct sentence- Virtuous people are remembered The passengers –––– left Paris airport at six
even after death for their good deed. arrived in Rome an hour later.
254. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate (a) which (b) whom
word. (c) who (d) whoever
The landlord is very _____ about cleanliness SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I)
and finds fault with all his tenants. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(a) fabulous (b) fastidious 'who' will be used, because 'who' is subjective pronoun
(c) pompous (d) ominous and 'whom' is an objective pronoun, here passengers is a
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) subject, for which subjective pronoun 'who' will be used.
Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence, Correct sentence- The passengers who left Paris
'Fastidious' would be appropriate in the blank space. airport at six arrived in Rome an hour later.
The meaning of other options is – 259. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Fabulous :- Extremely pleasing, unreal. blank.
Pompous :- Grandiloquent, portentous. This is one of the ––––– remarkable cases I
Ominous :- Baleful, menacious. have handled.
Correct sentence- The landlord is very fastidious about (a) more (b) most
cleanliness and finds fault with all his tenants. (c) much more (d) much
255. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
blank. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
There should be _________ punishment for 'Most' would be appropriate because superlative degree
rule breakers. (most) is used after 'one of the'
(a) too (b) many Correct sentence- This is one of the most remarkable
(c) severe (d) much cases I have handled.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III) 260. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence, blank.
'severe' will be used. The meaning of other options is – My mother is the ––––– inspiration in my life.
Many :- numerous. (for countable nouns) (a) big (b) bigger
Much :- a lot of ( for uncountable nouns) (c) biggest (d) most biggest
Correct sentence- There should be severe punishment SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III)
for rule breakers. Ans. (c) : 'Biggest' would be appropriate in the blank
256. In the following question, the sentence given space of the above sentence because article 'the' is used
with blank to fill a proper word. Choose the before the superlative degree.
correct option Note :- Option (d) is wrong because double
I dislike eating in a ______ restaurant. superlative/ comparative is not used.
(a) Noiseful (b) Noising Correct sentence- My mother is the biggest
(c) Noised (d) noisy inspiration in my life.
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III) 261. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans : (d) In the blank space of the above sentence, blank.
'noisy' would be appropriate because noisy is used for The businessman has ––––– connections in the
noise. 'Noisy' is an adjective, it will be used before industry.
restaurant (Noun) in the sentence. (a) respective (b) respectable
Correct sentence- I dislike eating in a noisy restaurant. (c) receptive (d) responsible
257. In the following question, the sentence given SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
word. Select the correct alternative out of the sentence, 'respectable' would be appropriate.
and indicate appropriate option. The meaning of other options is –
It was I –––––– saw Rajesh in the play-ground Respective :- respectable own.
before school. Receptive :- approachable, amenable.
(a) whose (b) whom Responsible :- answerable or accountable.
(c) who (d) which Correct sentence- The businessman has respectable
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I) connections in the industry.
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262. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Sweetly :- lovingly, charmingly
blank. Calmly :- peacefully, smoothly
My teacher is the ––––– of all. Gently :- a kind and amiable
(a) kindest (b) kind Correct sentence- When I returned home from work I
(c) kinder (d) kindly found my son weeping bitterly.
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
267. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Kindest' would be appropriate because article 'the' is blank.
used before superlative degree. Akbar had a ––––– reign than Babar.
Correct sentence- My teacher is the kindest of all. (a) more long (b) longer
263. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) longest (d) long
blank and make a grammatically correct SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II)
sentence. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
One must keep____ promise. 'longer' will be used, because here the region of Akbar
(a) ones (b) one's is being compared with the region of Babar.
(c) its (d) the Hence comparative degree (longer) will be used before
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I) than.
Ans : (b) In the blank space of the above sentence, Correct sentence- Akbar had a longer reign than
pronoun 'one's' would be appropriate because 'one' is Babar.
used as a subject. 'One's' will be used for possessive
Pronoun. 268. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct sentence- One must keep one's promise. blank and make a grammatically correct
264. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the sentence.
blank and make a grammatically correct If children spend too much time watching
sentence. television, they can create health problems for
Your need is certainly greater than ––––. __________.
(a) I (b) my (a) oneself (b) themselves
(c) mine (d) me (c) himself (d) itself
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'mine' will be used, because your need (Abstract noun) 'themselves' would be appropriate, because the word
is compared to mine (possessive pronoun). 'themselves' is classified as a reflexive pronoun. It is
'My' is a possessive adjective while 'mine' is a the third person plural reflexive pronoun and here is
possessive pronoun.
the third person plural subject 'children' is given.
Exp :- This is my school
This school is mine. Correct sentence- If children spend too much time
Correct sentence- Your need is certainly greater than watching television, they can create health problems
mine. for themselves.
265. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 269. Select the most appropriate to fill in the blank.
blank and make a grammatically correct I think that childhood is a time when there are
sentence. ........ways to make life enjoyable.
The more tired you are, the ---------- it is to (a) many (b) less
concentrate. (c) little (d) more
(a) harder (b) hardest SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) more harder (d) hard
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, sentence, 'many' would be appropriate in the blank
'harder' would be appropriate because in this type of space.
sentence both the clause begin with a comparative The other options give different meaning.
degree. Correct sentence- I think that childhood is a time
Structure- The more -------- the more. when there are many ways to make life enjoyable.
Correct sentence- The more tired you are, the harder 270. Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate
it is to concentrate. words.
266. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the _______ taught you such lessons as these?
blank and make a meaningful sentence. (a) What (b) Which
When I returned home from work I found my (c) Who (d) Whom
son weeping –––––. SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) sweetly (b) bitterly Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(c) calmly (d) gently
'who' will be used because subjective case relative
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
pronoun, 'who' is used as a pronoun to describe people.
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
sentence, 'bitterly' will be used in the blank space. The Correct sentence- Who taught you such lessons as
meaning of the other options is – these.

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Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
G. Question Tag 'Goodness gracious' will be used because goodness
gracious is an exclamation of excitement surprise or
271. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
annoyance.
blank. Correct sentence- Goodness gracious : What have
She hardly works on weekends, ______? you done to your hair? You are looking so odd.
(a) isn’t she (b) is she 276. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
(c) doesn’t she (d) does she word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I ______! What a frightening experience it was!
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) Hurray (b) Alas
'does she' will be used because 'Hardly' gives negative (c) Bravo (d) Oh
sense. Hence 'positive question tag' will be used. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Correct Sentence – Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
She hardly works on weekends, does she? proper word 'oh!' will be used.
The other options are–
272. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate Hurrah :- used for expressing great pleasure.
word. Alas :- used for expressing sadness about something.
You have memorised your speech, ______ you? Bravo :- a word that people shout to show that they
(a) haven't (b) hasn't have enjoyed something.
(c) didn't (d) couldn't Oh :- used to express a feeling such as surprise, pain
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) or happiness etc.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Correct sentence- Oh! What a frightening experience
'haven't' will be used because question tag negative is it was!
used for positive sentence.
Correct Sentence – I. Conditional Sentence
You have memorised your speech haven't you? 277. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
273. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate blank.
option. If you had consulted me, I would have –––––––
I am allowed to take photographs inside the you.
church, ______? (a) advised (b) advise
(a) can’t I (b) shall I (c) advises (d) advising
(c) am I (d) aren’t I SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'advised' will be used. Because 'would have' is used
before in the blank space and after it verb3 (advised) is
'aren't I' would be appropriate because 'aren't' is used
used. If + sub + had + (VIII) + obj., Sub. + Would have
for question tag. There is no contracted form of 'am
not'. + VIII + obj.
Note :- Negative question tag is used for positive Correct Sentence-
sentence. If you had consulted me, I would have advised you.
Correct sentence- I am allowed to take photographs 278. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
inside the church, aren’t I? blank.
274. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the I _______ your remaining project if you get
blank in the given sentence. groceries for me from the market.
He is your brother _______? (a) would do (b) will do
(a) isn't it (b) isn't he (c) will have done (d) would have done
(c) is it (d) is he SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'will
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'isn't
do' will be used because in this type of conditional
he' will be used because negative question tag is used for
sentence ' if' clause (subordinate clause) is in present
positive sentence. tense and principle clause is used in future tense.
Correct sentence- He is your brother isn't he? Correct Sentence-
I will do your remaining project if you get groceries for
H. Interjection me from the market.
275. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate 279. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
word. blank.
______! What have you done to your hair? You If I ______ a doctor, I would have treated you
are looking so odd. all.
(a) Bravo (b) Goodness gracious (a) were (b) would
(c) Bother (d) Hurrah (c) am (d) could
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Ans. (a) : 'Were'' will be used in the blank space of the Correct sentence- The pilgrims grew increasinly aware
above sentence because it is a conditional sentence and of the paucity of sacred Buddhist texts in the Chinese
'were' is used with 'if' clause in imaginary situation. language and decided to travel to India in search of
Correct Sentence – them.
If I were a doctor, I would have treated you all. 284. In the following question, the sentence given
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate
280. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the word. Select the correct alternative out of the
blank. four and indicate it by selecting the
If she likes something, she'II buy it ______ appropriate option.
much it costs. Karishma has not been able to recall where
(a) however (b) whatever _____.
(c) also (d) very (a) did she lived (b) does she lived
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I (c) lived her (d) she lived
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II)
'However' will be used . Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
The meaning of other options is – 'she lived' will be used. because 'where' is used as a
Whatever :- whatsoever. conjunction (adverb of place) Hence simple past tense
Also :- in addition to. will be used after it, because the first clause is talking
about past action.
Very :- intensifier. Correct sentence- Karishma has not been able to
Correct Sentence- recall where she lived.
It she like something, She'll buy it however much it 285. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
costs. blank and make a grammatically correct
281. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the sentence.
blank. If I ––––– that you were coming over, I would
If you_____ your book, I'd like to borrow it. have cancelled my programme.
(a) finish (b) finished (a) know (b) knows
(c) will finish (d) have finished (c) had known (d) am knowing
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (d) In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'have finished' will be used. 'had known' would be appropriate.
Here 'if' clause is giving the sense of completeness so The structure of IIIrd conditional sentence is –
'have finished' will be used. [If + subject + had +v3 -------- subject + would have +
Correct Sentence will be - v3+-------.]
If you have finished your book, I'd like to borrow it. Correct sentence- 'If I had known that you were
282. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the coming over, I would have cancelled my programme.'
blank. 286. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
She had won the match when we ___ the venue. blank and make a grammatically correct
(a) had been reaching (b) are reaching sentence.
(c) reached (d) reach The car-park was full, so we ––––– to look for
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) another place to park.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) having (b) had
'reached' will be used because if the sentence denoted (c) has (d) have
two actions of the past, then the action is happened SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
earlier will be used in past perfect, the action that is Ans. (b) : 'Had' would be appropriate in the blank
happened later will be used in past indefinite tense. space of the above sentence. Because the principle
Correct sentence- She had won the match when we clause is in past tense hence subordinate clause will
reached the venue. also be in past tense.
283. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- The car-park was full, so we had to
blank. look for another place to park.
The pilgrims grew increasinly aware of the ___ 287. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
of sacred Buddhist texts in the Chinese blank and make a meaningful sentence.
language and decided to travel to India in As a goodwill –––––, I took some colleagues out
search of them. for a meal.
(a) persistence (b) parity (a) gesture (b) reminder
(c) preference (d) paucity (c) token (d) indication
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans : (d) In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
'paucity' would be appropriate. The meaning of the sentence, 'Gesture' would be appropriate in the blank
other options is – space.
Parity :- functional equality. The meaning of other option is–
Persistence :- continuity. Reminder :- a message that helps you remember
Preference :- chance to choose. something.
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Token :- something serving as a sign of something Ans. (a) : The most appropriate option for the blank
else. Space 'frugal' will be used because it gives appropriate
Indication :- something that serve to indicate or meaning for the sentence.
suggest. Meaning for other words are–
Correct sentence- As a goodwill gesture, I took some
colleagues out for a meal. Miser means – Scrooge
Lethargic means – Sluggish
J. Miscellaneous Gloomy means – Melancholy
Thus, the correct answer is option (a)
288. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate 292. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
choice blank.
This .......... piece of mischief by his brother You must _____________ what you cannot
brought a quiet laugh from David. cure.
(a) vesical (b) classical (a) embracing (b) endure
(c) whimsical (d) nonsensical (c) state (d) take
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : The appropriate option for the blank space is Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence
(c) 'whimsical' (Ecentric) will be used. while other 'endure' would be appropriate , which means 'to suffer
options are- something unpleasant, or painful'.
Vesical means- Urinary Other options give different meanings–
classical means- Traditional Embracing – Take in'
Nonsensical means- Ridiculous State – Situation,
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Take – Accept
289. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate 293. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
choice. blank.
During treatment, patients lay ......... on the In 1971, he was awarded the silver ........ of the
treatment couch for around 3 hrs. Society of Arts, London.
(a) repine (b) alpine (a) medieval (b) medal
(c) supine (d) arsine (c) meddle (d) metal
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate option for the blank Ans. (b) : The most appropriate option for the blank
space is 'supine' 'careless'. Space (b) 'medal' will be use because it gives
other words are- appropriate meaning of the sentence. Other words are–
Repine means- Lament Medieval means – out dated
Alpine means- Steep Meddle means – Intervene
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). metal means – Mineral
290. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate These, the correct answer is option (b)
option. 294. A sentence has been given with a blank to be
For months, Drupad could not taste anything filled with an appropriate option. Choose the
he ate as regret layered .......... mud. correct alternative.
(a) his mouth like When there is not ....... to eat, people starve to
(b) his mouth comparable to death.
(c) his mouth as though (a) some (b) a few
(d) his mouth allied to (c) enough (d) any
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate option for the blank Ans. (c) : The most appropriate option for the blank
space 'his mouth like' will be used because. it gives space (c) adjective enough' will be used because it
correct meaning for the sentence. modifies a noun 'to eat'. it gives correct meaning of the
sentence.
The correct sentence is-
'When these is not enough to eat. 'people Starve to
For Months, Drupad could not taste anything he ate as death',
regret layered his mouth like mud. These, The correct answer is option (c)
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
295. A sentence has been given with a blank to be
291. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the filled with an appropriate option. Choose the
blank. correct alternative.
In enjoy finding ways to make the most of my Satya Nadella completed his primary education
budget by being ....... ....... Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet.
(a) frugal (b) miser (a) from (b) over
(c) lethargic (d) gloomy (c) by (d) onto
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Ans. (a) : For the above given blank space option (a) 300. Select the most appropriate phrasal verb to fill
'from' will be used because it shows 'direction of the in the blank. .
Noun. _________ that thought. It will be a great idea
Thus, the correct sentence will be 'Satya Nadella someday.
completed his primary education from Hyderabad (a) Hold on (b) Hold to
public school, Begumpet.' (c) Hold onto (d) Hold against
296. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
blank. Ans. (c) : For the above blank space phrasal verb 'Hold
She was moving slowly and ......... yesterday on to' will be used because it gives appropriate
when she fell. meaning according to sense of the sentence. Other
(a) firmly (b) vaguely options give different meaning.
(c) strongly (d) shakily Hold onto – To keep something for some body else or
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) for longer than usual.
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate option for the blank Correct Sentence -
space (d) 'shakily' which means 'guiveringly' Hold onto that thought. It will be a great idea someday.
Meaning of the other words are___
301. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Firmly means- Forcibly blank.
Vaguely means- Roughly You use an ________ to steer a boat.
Strongly means- Vigorously (a) oar (b) or
Thus, the correct sentence will be 'She was moving
slowly and shakily yesterday when she fell'. (c) ore (d) are
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
297. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'oar' will be used in
the blank space because it give appropriate meaning
Robin watched as the smoke _________ according to sense of the sentence.
steadily from the chimney.
(a) left (b) rose Note- Oar - A long pole with a flat part at one end that
is used for rowing a boat.
(c) went (d) hung
ore - rock, earth etc from which metal can be obtained.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
Correct Sentence -
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space 'rose' will be used
because it gives appropriate meaning according to You use an oar to steer a boat.
sense of the sentence. Other options give different 302. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
meaning. blank.
Correct Sentence - ________ being an officer, he lives in a very
Rabin watched as the smoke rose steadily from the tiny apartment.
chimney. (a) Except (b) Instead
298. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) Unlike (d) Despite
blank. SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III)
The girl was ________ as she was drenched in Ans. (d) : In the above sentence option (d) "Despite"
the rain. will be used in the blank space because it gives
(a) bolt (b) cold appropriate meaning according to sense of the
(c) gold (d) tight sentence. Other options give different meaning.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) Correct sentence-
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'cold' will be used in Despite being an officer, he lives in a very tiny
the blank space because it gives appropriate meaning apartment.
according to sense of the sentence. Other options give 303. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
different meaning. blank.
Correct Sentence - What to do in the event of a gas .............
The girl was cold as she was drenched in the rain. (a) leak (b) leek
299. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate (c) lead (d) leer
word that can be used here based on the given SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
context.
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate option for the blank
We as human beings usually tend to forget that space is 'leak' which means 'exposure'. other options are
life itself is an accumulated process of not correct.
_________.
(a) recalling (b) testing The correct sentence is-
What to do in the event of a gas leak.
(c) learning (d) remembering
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
304. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (c) : According to the context of the above blank.
sentence in blank space 'learning' would be appropriate The propaganda was made to invade ________
Other options give different meanings. neighbouring countries.
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(a) smaller (b) stranger 308. Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the
(c) strongest (d) largest blank.
SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV) Despite their differences, the two politicians
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'smaller' will be used decided to ________ and work together for the
in the blank space because it gives appropriate greater good.
meaning according to sense of the sentence. Other (a) burn the midnight oil
options give different meaning. (b) bark up the wrong tree
Stranger - Unknown (c) bury the hatchet
Strongest - Powerful (d) blow off steam
Largest - Huge, Giant SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
Correct Sentence- Ans. (c) : For the above blank space idiom, bury the
The propoganda was made to Invade smaller hatchet will be used which means 'to make peace' gives
neighbouring countries. an appropriate meaning. Other options give different
meaning.
305. A sentence has been given with a blank to be
filled with an appropriate option. Choose the Burn the midnight oil - To study late might.
correct alternative. Bark up the wrong tree - to make the wrong choice.
The person driving the car ......... control over Blow off steam - to release your stress or frustration.
the wheels and knocked her down. Correct Sentence -
(a) loose (b) losing Despite their differences, the two politicians decided to
(c) lost (d) lose bury the hatchet and work together for the greater
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) good.
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate option for the blank 309. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
space 'lost' (c) because the sentence is in past Indifinite blank.
tense. Wheat is widely ........ but the output is not
lost lost lost large.
The person driving the car lost control over the wheels (a) gross (b) groan
and knocked her down. (c) grown (d) grilled
306. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
blank. Ans. (c) : For the above given blank space 'the most
Police used ................ evidence to convict a appropriate option is (c) 'grown' will be used because
victim who was innocent. sentence is in passive voice.
(a) stunted (b) authentic The correct sentence is-
(c) hateful (d) fabricated 'Wheat is widely grown but the output is not large'.
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate option for the blank 310. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
space is option (d) [Fabricated] because sentence is in blank.
past Indifinite tense which gives correct meaning. Since these people used tobacco to _______
other words are____ their deities, the herb itself was one of the
Stunted means- Immature instruments of godless, false religions.
Authentic means- Reliable (a) trace (b) propitiate
Hateful means- Disgusting (c) expatiate (d) militate
Thus, the correct answer is option (d) SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
307. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence
choice. in blank space option (b) ‘propitiate’ would be
His intent was the become sole lord and to ........ appropriate, which mans – ‘Satisfy’.
his tiny principality. Meaning of other option-
(a) subsidize (b) jeopardize Trace – Notch,
(c) methodize (d) aggrandize Expatiate – Sermonize,
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) Militate – Fight, Interfere,
Ans. (d) : For the above given blank space, the most 311. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
appropriate answer is option (d) aggrandize which blank.
means 'embellish'. I hope you ___________ what I taught you
The correct sentence will be- today.
'His intent was the become sole lord and to aggrandize (a) divided (b) understood
his tiny principality.' (c) cleared (d) summoned
other words are____ SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
Subsidize means- bonus, aid
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, underlined will be
Jeopardize means- Threaten used in the blank space because it gives appropriate
Methodize means- arrange, Marshal meaning according to sense of the sentence.
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Divided - Separate 316. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
Cleared - Processed option. Sam knew who those people were; the
Summoned - Denominate figure in front was ______ his cousin.
Correct Sentence- (a) at mistake (b) unmistakably
I hope you understood what I taught you today. (c) mistaken of (d) by mistake
312. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I)
blank. There's plenty here to trap the unwary Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence
and baffle even the _______ gambler! in blank space ‘unmistakably’ would be appropriate, It
(a) exenterate (b) reiterate is an adverb.
(c) inveterate (d) alliterate
Other options give different meanings.
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence 317. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
in blank space ‘inveterate’ would be appropriate. blank.
Other options give different meanings- Participate in a mock interview to prepare for
Exenterate – clear out, ______ on your feet and formulating answers
Reiterate – Revision, under pressure.
Alliterate – (a phrase or line of verse) contain words (a) cursing (b) building
which begin with the same round or letter. (c) thinking (d) blocking
313. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I)
blank. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence
That night the dinner was special, and the in blank space ‘thinking’ would be appropriate because
_________ himself came out to read out the ‘interview to prepare for thinking’ gives the proper
menu list.
meaning of this sentence.
(a) guest (b) chef
(c) public (d) servant Other options give different meanings.
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) 318. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence option (b) "chef" will blank.
be used in the blank space because it gives appropriate The Thar desert is __________ in the state of
meaning according to sense of the sentence. Other Rajasthan.
options give different meaning. (a) bounded (b) seen
Correct sentence- (c) placed (d) situated
That night the dinner was special, and the chef himself SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
came out the menu list.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentences, 'situated' will be
314. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. Her notoriety increased after she single - used in the blank space because 'in' preposition is used
_________ shot down a Rhodesian army with situated. Other options give different meaning.
helicopter. Correct Sentence-
(a) handedly (b) stranded The thar desert is situated in the state of Rajasthan.
(c) dose (d) plainly 319. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) blank. Sometimes we wish for things, but we do
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence not think about their ______.
in blank space ‘handedly’ would be appropriate,
Because it is an adverb, which means – ‘Without help (a) hazards (b) copiousness
from anyone else’. (c) fractions (d) consequences
Other options give different meanings. SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
315. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above given
blank : sentence in blank space 'consequences (noun) would be
Computers would replace the _______ used.
technique of creating an image on paper, 320. A sentence has been given with a blank to be
transferring it to transparent cells and again
onto film. filled with an appropriate option. Choose the
(a) audacious (b) austere correct alternative. ________ from humans,
(c) archaic (d) assuage lions are the key natural predators of
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) elephants.
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence (a) Along (b) Rather
in blank space ‘archaic’ (adj.) would be appropriate. (c) Aside (d) Beside
Other options give different meanings- SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
Audacious – Brave Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above passage,
Austere – staunch, Tedious, in the blank space the word 'Aside' would be used,
Assuage – Soothe, Calm, which means 'besides' or the same as apart from.'
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321. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (c) : In the above sentence option (c) 'forgive' (V1)
blank. will be used in the blank space, which means- 'Pardom'.
The researcher team took air ______ from the Meaning of other options–
room every five minutes to rule out the
possibility of a virus. Condemn – Rebuke,
(a) samples (b) droops Disseminate – Expand
(c) slices (d) instances Desiccate – Dwindle,
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I) 326. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence blank.
for blank space 'samples' would be appropriate. This initiative has been sharply criticized as
Meaning of other options– grossly inefficient and _______.
Droops :- Dwindle (a) Capricious (b) Counterproductive
Slices :- Piece (c) Canonical (d) Calumny
Instances :- Incidents, Example, SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
322. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (b) : In the above sentence option (b)
blank. Disturbing emotions begin to build into 'Counterproductive' will be used in blank space which
fear, and then ______. means– having on effect that is the opposite of what
(a) boldness (b) server you desire.
(c) assurance (d) terror The correct sentence–
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I) 'This initiative has been sharply criticized as grossly
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence, inefficient and counterproductive.'
'the most appropriate options is (d) 'terror' which 327. Fill in the blanks with the correct homophone.
means– 'Dread' His eyes ______ up with fascination when he
Meaning of other options – saw his idol standing in front of him.
Boldness :- courage, (a) Lye (b) Lit
Server :- Liege, (c) Lite (d) Life
Assurance :- Conviction, SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II)
323. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (b) : The correct homophone 'lit' (illuminated) will
blank. The duke had capacity, but his life was be used in the blank space of the above sentence
so ______ that what influence he had upon the because it is giving proper meaning according to the
king was for evil. sense of the sentence. Other option give different
(a) lewd (b) scrumptious meaning.
(c) seditious (d) ambitious Lay - a strong solution of sodium or potassium
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) hydroxide,
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of above given sentence Lite - Mild
option (a) 'lewd' (adjective) will be used, because 'so' is Life - Spirit, existence
used an adverb, qualifying the adjective 'lewd'. Correct Sentence-
Hence, the correct answer is option (a) His eyes lit up with fascination when he saw his idel
324. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the standing in front of him.
blank. They probably subsisted on insects and 328. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
other small _______ invertebrates and perhaps blank.
even on aquatic vertebrates. The _____ of this beautiful garden is so
(a) reverent (b) skittish exciting.
(c) terrestrial (d) recluse (a) Site (b) Slight
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) (c) Cite (d) Sight
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I)
in blank space the word 'terrestrial' would be used
which means – 'relating to the planet earth , lining or Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence
existing on the land rather than in the sea or air.' 'Sight' (view) will be used because it is giving proper
meaning according to the sense of the sentence. Other
meaning of other options – options give different meanings.
Reverent – Respectful
Meaning of the other options-
Skittish – Unstable,
Site - Venue, Place
Recluse – stoic,
Slight - Little, Some
325. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Cite - Mention
blank.
Correct Sentence-
We cannot _______ a religion or a political
party that ignores the rights of half the human The sight of this beautiful garden is so exciting.
race. 329. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) condemn (b) disseminate blank.
(c) forgive (d) desiccate Janaki remains _______ while talking about
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) her dark past.
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(a) Gracious (b) Cautious 333. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) Dignified (d) Turbulent blank.
SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I) His seat was the ______ in our row.
(a) Farthest (b) Near to
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the given sentence (c) Further (d) Far
'cautious' (Aware) is used because it is giving proper SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
meaning according to the sense of the sentence. Other
options give different meanings. Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence
option (a) Farthest (far, utmost) will be used because it
Meaning of other options- is giving proper meaning as per the sense of the
Gracious - Humble sentence. Other options give different meanings.
Dignified - Arrogant Near to - Close to
Turbulent - Unstable, Stormy Further - Ahead
Correct Sentence- Far - Away
Janaki remains Cautious while talking about her dark Currect Sentence-
part. His seat was the farthest in our row.
330. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 334. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
APJ Abdul Kalam was born in a middle class ______ is the scientific study of material remais
family. He was a short boy _______ ordinary like relics and monuments of past human life.
looks. (a) Geology (b) Theology
(a) with either (b) with a (c) Biology (d) Archaeology
(c) with rather (d) neither SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV) Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the sentence option 'Archeology' would be appropriate.
(b) 'with a' is used in the blank space of sentence While The other options do not give the proper sense.
the other options give different meaning. Geology :- a science that deals with history of the earth
as recorded in rocks.
331. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Theology :- divinity.
blank.
Biology :- all the plant and animal life of a particular
He is usually calm but today he appears rather region.
______.
335. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) quiet (b) undisturbed
blank.
(c) disturbed (d) relaxed My mother was ______ at my negligence and
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV) scolded me.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the given sentence (a) Energetic (b) Furious
option (c) disturbed (upset) will be used because it is (c) Thrilled (d) Pleased
giving proper meaning according to the sense of the SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
sentence. Other options give different meanings. Ans. (b) : 'Furious' will be used is the blank space of the
quit - Leave, forsake given sentence because it is giving proper meaning
Undisturbed - Peaceful, Calm according to the sense of the sentence. Other option
Relaxed - Comfortable, ease give different meaning.
Correct Sentence- Energetic - Active, likely,
He is usually calm but today he appears rather Thrilled - excited
disturbed. Pleased - happy, delighted
332. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Correct sentence-
blank. My mother was furious at my negligence and scolded
The minister reached the venue of the me.
programme before time which __________ 336. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
wonder and awe among the organisers. blank.
(a) Strengthened (b) Draped Truthfully speaking, the victories of peace and
(c) Created (d) Lagged harmony have a more _______ impact on
human civilisation than the so-called victories
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III) of war.
Ans. (c) : Created (generated) will be used in the blank (a) Superior (b) Transient
space of the above sentence because it is giving proper (c) Lasting (d) Greater
meaning according to the sense of the sentence. Other SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
gives different meanings. Ans. (c) : 'Losting' (long-term) will be used in the blank
Strenthened - Fortify space of the given sentence because it is giving proper
Draped - Covered meaning according to the sense of the sentenec. Other
Lagged - Straggle, Fall behind options give different meanings.
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Superior - Better, Senior Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, the
Transient - Momentary word 'Auricles' would be appropriate.
Greater - Major, higher The other options give different meaning–
Correct sentence- Oracle :- prophet, seer
Truthfully speaking, the victories of peace and harmony Oculus :- eye, optic
have a more lasting impact on human civilization that Oracles :- a prophecy revealed by a priest or priestess.
the so-called victories of war. 341. Fill in the blanks with the correct homophone.
337. Select the correct word for the blanks in the _______ of anything is destructive in nature.
given sentence. (a) Axes (b) Excess
Sivakashi is famous for its _________ box (c) Axis (d) Access
industry, and I am unable to find a _______ for SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
my purple dress.
(a) Sweat (b) match Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'the
correct homophone 'excess' (surfeit) would be
(c) Chatter (d) Bread appropriate.
SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I) The other options give different meaning.
Ans. (b) : 'Match' will be used in the blank space of the Axes :- to get rid of a service, system etc.
given sentence because it is giving proper meaning Axis :- the center around which something rotates.
according to the sense of the sentence. Other options
give different meanings. Access :- approach.
Sweat - Melodious, ducet 342. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Chatter - Rubbish blanks and make the sentence meaningful.
Bread - Loof, Livelihood She hurt her ______ and _______.
Correct Sentence- (a) heal; toe (b) heal; tow
Sivkashi is famous for its match box industry, and I am (c) heel; tow (d) heel; toe
unable to find a match for my purple dress. SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
338. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
blank. 'heel, toe' would be appropriate in the blank space.
The teacher ______ with laughter, pleased with Because 'heel and toe' is an idiom. Which means–
his joke, but then composed himself. denoting a style of walking.
(a) Brayed (b) Blade Hence option (d) is correct answer.
(c) Braid (d) Bread 343. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV) blank.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, The doctor _________ two tablets per day.
'brayed' would be appropriate answer. (a) ordered (b) prescribed
The meaning of other options is– (c) advised (d) proposed
Blade :-n cutting implement SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
Braid :- decorate with braids or ribbons. Ans. (b) : The most appropriate option for the blank
Bread :- foods (like bread and cake and pastries) space is option (b) 'prescribed which means 'to
339. Select the most appropriate options to fill in the something that has been officially recommended,
blank. ordered, such as doctor prescribing medication.
As l review the events of my past life, i realise Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
how ______ are the influences that shape our Correct Sentence-
destinies. The Doctor Prescribed two tablets per day.
(a) Subtle (b) Artless 344. Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in
(c) Crube (d) Trumpet the blank.
SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III) Please ___________more sugar to the juice so
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, that it becomes sweeter
'subtle' would be appropriate in the blank space. (a) add (b) aid
The other options give different meaning. (c) ad (d) aide
Artless :- natural.
Crube :- lacking in social refinement. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Trumpet :- a brass musical instrument with brilliant Ans. (a) : The most appropriate homonym for the blank
tone. space is option (a) 'add' (in clued).
340. Select the most appropriate options to fill in the other option are–
blank. Aid means – Assist
The operation is to be distinguished from of
heat surgery and, in particular, from the repair Ad means – short for advertisement
of openings between the ______. Aide means – Associate
(a) Oracle (b) Oculus Thus, the correct sentence is–
(c) Oracles (d) Auricles please add more sugar to the juice so that it becomes
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345. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 349. Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in
blank. the blank.
The actress is very ______ and takes pride in The villagers kept the ________ out, to collect
her appearance all the time. the rain water.
(a) vein (b) vain (a) crus (b) cruse
(c) vane (d) wane (c) crews (d) cruise
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate option for the blank Ans. (b) : The most appropriate homonym is ‘Cruse’
space 'vain' will be used because it qualify adjective Which means a small container often used to hod
'very; other words give different meaning– liquids such as oil or water.
vein means – Artery (Blood vensel) Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
vane means – Blade, feathers 350. Select the most appropriate option to fill in teh
Wane means – Diminish blank.
Thus, the correct answer is option (b) Keats and Shelly were poets of the same
peirod; in other words, they were ______.
346. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) contemporaries (b) associates
blank.
(c) co-writers (d) colleagues
_________ are words which have the same
spelling or pronunciation but not the same SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
meaning. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above given
(a) Antonyms (b) Synonyms sentence in blank space option (a) 'contemporaries'
(c) Acronyms (d) Homonyms would be appropriate.
Other options give different meaning-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
Associates - Peers, Colleague,
Ans. (d) : In the above sentences in blank space Co-writers - Associates, Partners,
'Homonyms' would be appropriate.
Colleagues - Co-wrokers, Allies,
Meaning of other options - Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Antonyms - Opposite, inversive,
351. Select the most appropriate option to till in the
Synonyms - Alternative, blank.
Acronyms - Abbreviation, initialism, She could easily eat the ................ biryani by
Correct Sentence- herself.
Homonyms are words which have the same (a) hole (b) haul
spelling or pronunciation but not the same meaning. (c) whole (d) hall
347. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
blank. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above given
We _________ off old clothes and bought new sentence in blank space 'Whole' would be appropriate.
ones for Diwali. The Other options give different meaning-
(a) cost (b) coast Hole- An empty space.
(c) cast (d) caste Haul- To make a loud sound.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) Hall- A large room in a building.
Ans. (c) : The above given sentence in blank space Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
option (c) 'cast' (v.). will be used because 352. Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in
'Cast-off' is a phrasal verb which means - to get rid of the blank.
something because you no longer want or need it. The hunter dogs followed the hyena’s ______.
Correct sentence - 'We cost off do clothes and bought (a) cents (b) scent
new ones for Diwali.' (c) cense (d) sense
348. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I)
blank. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence ‘scent’ (odour) will be
There are rows of chairs on either side of the used in the blank space because it gives appropriate
_______. meaning. Other options give different meaning.
(a) aisle (b) isle Correct sentence –
(c) I’ll (d) ail The hunter dogs followed the hyena’s scent .
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
353. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (a): The above given sentence in blank space blank.
'aisle' (street) would be appropriate according to the
sense of this sentence. Payments can be made by ____ or in cash.
Other options are not appropriate. (a) cheeky (b) cheque
Correct Sentence- (c) cheque (d) chick
There are rows of chairs on either side of the aisle. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence 'Cheque' will be used Ans. (b) : Option (b) Bear – (To accept, tolerate or
in the blank space because it gives appropriate meaning endure something unpleasant.)
according to sense of the sentence. other options give need to be filled in the provided blank to give the
different meaning. sentence appropriate of intended meaning.
Correct sentence–
Meaning of other options
Payment can be made by cheque or in cash.
Bier – A frame on which a dead body or coffen is
354. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the carried before a funeral.
blank.
Bare – without any covering or cloth
The police were on high alert on account of the
_____ convict who had killed many people. Beer – A type of alcoholic drink that is made from
(a) run after (b) walk away grain.
(c) eloped (d) runaway Correct Sentence – I can't bear this heat anymore.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) 358. Select the most appropriate homophone to fill
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence "runaway' will be used in the blank.
in the blank space because it gives appropriate meaning Even animals find it difficult to ______ the loss
according to sense of the sentence. of their loved ones.
other option give different meaning. (a) bare (b) where
walk away – move on. (c) bear (d) wear
Eloped – Abscond SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
Correct sentence –
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate homophone 'bear'
The police were on high alert on account of the runaway
convict who had killed many people. (tolerate) would be appropriate in the blank space of the
above sentence.
355. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. Other options give different meaning –
The princess firmly held the ––––– in her Bare – Empty, Nude,
hands. Wear – Put on, Robe,
(a) Ran (b) Rein 359. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) Reign (d) Rain blank.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) The CEO's _____ disregard for his employees'
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate option for the blank well-being led to high turnover and low morale
space is option (b) (rein). (Bridle) because it gives in the company.
appropriate meaning. Other options give different (a) calus (b) calous
meaning. (c) callus (d) callous
Reign - Dominate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV)
Rain - Precipitation
Correct Sentence- Ans. (d) : Option (d) callous' has to be used in the
The princess firmly held the Rein in her hands. blank space while the remaining options has incorrect
spelling.
356. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. callous – (showing or having an insensitive and cruet
Sarah just gave ________ to a baby boy. disregard for others) fulfills the demand and sense of
(a) breath (b) broth the sentence.
(c) berth (d) birth Correct Sentence
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) The CEO's callous disregard for his employees will -
Ans. (d) : option (d) Birth – ( Being born; coming out being led to high tween-over and low morale in the
of a mother's body) is appropriate to be filled in the company.
blank of the sentence. Because it gives the exact and 360. Select the most appropriate homophones to fill
intended meaning to the sentence. in the blanks.
Other options means the following – I got ____ while replacing the ____.
Breath – The air that one takes Inter and blow out of (a) tired, tyre (b) tired, tier
one's lungs
Broth – A thin soup, often with vegetables or rice in it (c) tyred, tire (d) tyre, tire
Berth – An allotted place for sleeping on a train. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV)
Correct Sentence Ans. (a) : Option (a) Tired, tyre is the most appropriate
Sarah just gave birth to a baby boy. homophones which can be filled in the respective
357. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks as Both give suitable meaning. Tired means
blank. Drained of strength and energy and meaning of tyre will
I can’t _______ this heat anymore. be. a thick rubber ring that fits around the outside of a
(a) bier (b) bear while.
(c) bare (d) beer Correct Sentence–
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361. Select the most appropriate homonym in the Ans. (a) : For the above sentence 'parts' will be used in
context of the following sentence to fill in the blank space because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
blank. options give different meaning.
The key was hanging on a ________by the Plugs – Switch
door. Subjects – Topic
(a) nail: a thin, hard area that covers the upper Events – Incident
side of the end of each finger and each toe
(b) nail: to catch someone, especially when they 366. Fill in the bland with an appropriate option.
are doing something wrong, or guilty Taking a deep, ––––––– breath, I start again,
(c) nail: to do something successfully successfully loading the filter and placing the
(d) nail: a small metal spike, driven into wood to cup underneath.
join things together or to serve as a hook (a) penetrating (b) surrogating
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II) (c) calming (d) jamming
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate homonym of the above SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II)
sentence in blank space option (d) 'nail: a small metal Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
spike, driven into wood to join things together or to option (c) 'calming' will be used in blank space. Other
serve as a hook' would be appropriate. options are not suitable.
Other options give different meanings. 367. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option.
362. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the _____ threats to elephants requires public and
blank. political with to take action.
The ________ of the crime scene made it (a) Dignifying (b) Addressing
difficult for investigators to gather evidence. (c) Perplexing (d) Stagnation
(a) cite (b) set SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) site (d) sleight Ans. (b) : For the above sentence, option (b)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III) 'Addressing' will be used in blank space. Other options
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate option (c) 'site' (spot) are not correct.
fill in the blank space of the above sentence. Correct Sentence:
Other options give different meaning – Addressing threats to elephants requires public and
Cite –Mention, Extract, political will to take action.
Set – Group, team, 368. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option
Sleight – Craftiness, wile, Participants were _______ a meal of steak and
363. Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. French fries under dim light.
The humour of the gods is cruel; or ______ (a) served (b) nerved
they see more than we do. (c) cured (d) calmed
(a) unlikely (b) odds SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) perhaps (d) however
Ans. (a) : For the above sentence, option (a) "served"
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) will be used in blank space. because it gives suitable
Ans. (c) : For the above sentence, 'Perhaps' will be used meaning.
in blank space because it gives appropriate meaning.
Other options give different meaning. 369. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank.
Correct Sentence-
In the early autumn fierce fighting took place,
The humour of the gods is cruel; or perhaps they see
more than we do. the __________ Serbians bearing a prominent
part.
364. Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. (a) cowardly (b) unabashed
The ______ heard that the relationship was (c) gallant (d) bore
stormy and had broken up several times.
(a) inquiry (b) impute SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) inordinate (d) impugn Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, 'gallant' will be used in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) blank space.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Inquiry' will be used in 370. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option.
the blank space because it gives appropriate meaning. We can usefully distinguish four types of claims
Other options give different meaning. that have been traditionally made using the
365. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option. ............. "human nature".
Your ear has three main ______: outer, middle (a) collateral (b) application
and inner. (c) nuance (d) expression
(a) parts (b) subjects SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
(c) plugs (d) events Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, 'expression' will be
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) used in blank space. because it gives suitable meaning.
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371. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option. sauce → Ketchup
The oil in the diya symbolises the dirt in the account → Granary
human mind such as greed, ............, hate, etc. meal → Diet
(a) envy (b) slavery Correct Sentence-
(c) joy (d) merry No matter how many times ? try, I always end up in the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV) same Pickle.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'envy' will be used in 376. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option.
blank space. Other options are not correct. AWS offers various storage services that can
Correct Sentence- ............ data for your website.
The oil in the diya symbolises the dirt in the human (a) store (b) stack
mind such as greed, envy hate etc. (c) pour (d) barge
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I)
372. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence 'Store' will be used in
blank space because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
Howard tried to speak but all that come out options give different meaning.
was an ............., squeaky gargle.
Pour→ Flow Comeout
(a) implausible (b) sincere
Stack → Stovepipe
(c) easy (d) inarticulate
Barge → Hoy, Scow
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
Correct sentence-
Ans. (d) : In the above Sentence, 'inarticulate' will be AWS offers Various storage services that can store data
used in blank space, because it gives suitable meaning for your website.
for the sentence. 377. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option.
Correct Sentence- In this engineering design project you will
Howard tried to speak but all that come out was an learn how to build an infinity mirror, with
inarticulate, sequeaky garagle. built-in lights that make the mirror look like a
373. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option. deep ............ with no end.
David always kept his ............. open for (a) tunnel (b) lodge
anything that might put them at risk. (c) funeral (d) signal
(a) black eye (b) starry eyes SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) eagle eyes (d) sheep eyes Ans. (a) : In the above sentence "Tunnel" will be used
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) in the blank space because it gives appropriate meaning.
Other options give different meaning.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'eagle eyes' will be used Signal – Sign, Indication
in blank space because it gives suitable. Other option Lodge – Stay, Keep
give different meaning.
Funeral – Exequies
Starry eyes - Interested
378. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option.
Sheep eyes - Shy
In humans, lack of sleep leads to .............
Black eye - Mailignant memory and reduced cognitive abilities.
374. Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. (a) attended (b) impaired
He made me think of an old time magician (c) thankless (d) witnessed
more than ............. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) a thing (b) everything Ans. (b) : In the above sentence "Impaired" will be
(c) something (d) anything used in blank space because it gives appropriate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III) meaning. Other options give different meaning.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'anything' will be used Witnessed – Affirmed
because it gives appropriate meaning according to sense Attended – Visit, Report
of the sentence. Other option give different meaning. Thankless – Ungrateful
Correct sentence- Correct Sentence– In humans lack of sleep leads to
He made me think of an old time magician more than impaired memory and reduced cognitive abilities.
anything. 379. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option.
375. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option. The social ............. is going to meet with all of
us tomorrow with the plans so we can make a
No matter how many times I try, I always end decision.
up in the same .............. (a) army (b) worker
(a) sauce (b) meal (c) toddler (d) labour
(c) pickle (d) account SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I) Ans. (b) : In the above sentence "worker" will be used
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'Pickle' will be used in in blank space because it gives appropriate meaning
blank space because it gives appropriate meaning. Other according to sense of the sentence. Other options give
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Toddler – Children 384. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
Labour – Struggle word.
Army – Military The boy ............ to take the money.
Correct Sentence – The social worker is going to meet (a) ordered (b) denied
with all of us tomorrow with the plans so we can make a (c) reminded (d) refused
decision. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
380. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Wash, rinse and drain water from quinoa and 'refused' gives proper (suitable) meaning. The other
............ options give different meaning. –
(a) set upon (b) set off Ordered :- arranged, controlled.
(c) set aside (d) set in Denied :- declare untrue (refuse)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) Reminded :- made aware, cautioned.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence ‘‘set aside’’ will be Correct sentence–
used in blank space because it gives an appropriate The boy refused to take the money.
meaning according to sense of the sentence. Other 385. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
options give different meaning. word.
Correct sentence The annual meeting of our club has been ........
wash, rinse and drain water from quinoa and set aside. till next month.
381. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option. (a) dragged (b) deferred
The U.S. has military ............ in many Middle (c) disrupted (d) deranged
Eastern countries. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
(a) forces (b) denizens Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(c) personal (d) townies 'Deferred' would be appropriate.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) The other options give different meaning.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, 'Forces' will be used in Dragged :- crestfallen, cast down
blank space because it gives an appropriate meaning. Disrupted :- confused, upset
Other options give different meaning. Deranged :- distract, unsettled.
Denizens - Resident
Correct sentence–
Personal - Particular
Correct Sentence : The U.S. has military forces in The annual meeting of our club has been deferred till
many middle eastern countries. next month.
382. Fill in the blank with an appropriate option. 386. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
One of his rules was to always .............. and word.
await instruction to enter. Gravity not only causes bodies to fall but also
(a) knock (b) rub ........... their speed.
(c) blink (d) resist (a) decreases (b) causes
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) (c) increases (d) adds
Ans. (a) : Blank space of the above sentence option (a) SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
'knock' will be used because it gives appropriate Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence,'
meaning according to sense of the sentence. Other increase' gives suitable meaning. The other options give
options give different meaning. different meaning.
Resist – Protest Cause :- matter, purpose.
Blink – Nop, Doze Adds :- count up, calculate.
Rub – Friction Correct Sentence-
383. Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. Gravity not only causes bodies to fall but also increases
Remember that, little sister: wait for a man to their speed.
............ your honour, and you'll wait forever. 387. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) comfort (b) cheer blanks.
(c) repeal (d) avenge My talk will be on improving the .......... skills of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) students in English.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence ‘‘Avenge’’ will be (a) college (b) substitution
used in blank space which gives appropriate meaning (c) school (d) communication
according to sense of the sentence. Other options give SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
different meaning. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Comfort – Convenience 'communication' would be appropriate.
Repeal – Breach The other options do not give suitable meaning.
Cheer – Encouragement Substitution :- change, exchange
Correct sentence : Remember that, little sister : wait Correct Sentence-
for a man to avenge your honour and you'll wait My talk will be on improving the communication skills
forever. of students in English.
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388. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
blank. 'innovation and spark' will be used respectively because
A note of ––––––––during the leader's meeting it gives proper meaning for this sentence.
at the UN. The other options give different meaning.
(a) discord surfaced (b) friction surfaced Correct Sentence-
(c) strife surfaced (d) grievance surfaced Many times innovation starts with the creative spark
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I and the enduring passion of a single individual.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 392. Select the correctly spelt word to fill in the
'discard surfaced' will be used, according to the sense of blank.
sentence it gives suitable meaning. The ––––– of the worksheets is not an easy job.
The other options give different meaning. (a) reconcilation (b) reconsilation
Correct Sentence - (c) reconsiliation (d) reconciliation
A note of discord surfaced during the leader's meeting SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
at the UN. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Reconciliation' will be used because it is spelled
389. Select the most appropriate option fill in the correctly.
blank. The other options are wrong.
The death of her father had made her sullen Correct sentence–
and –––––––. The reconciliation of the worksheets is not an easy job.
(a) melancholic (b) joyful 393. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) smug (d) jovial blank.
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I My success was complete and the delighted
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, directors ––––––– me the privilege of
'melancholic' gives the suitable meaning. developing automatic regulators which were
The other options give different meaning. much desired.
(a) accorded (b) contrasted
Joyful :- very happy
(c) disagreed (d) removed
Smug :- looking or feeling too pleased about something.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
Jovial :- very cheerful and friendly.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct Sentence - 'Accorded' give the proper meaning of this sentence.
The death of her father had made her sullen and The other options give different meaning.
melancholic. Contrasted :- contradictory, converse.
390. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Disagreed :- dissent
blank. Removed :- detached.
My grandfather was a farmer and he –––––– Correct sentence –
three acres of land. My success was complete and the delighted directors
(a) advanced (b) cultivated accorded me the privilege of developing automatic
(c) grown (d) cultured regulators which were much desired.
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III 394. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, blank.
'cultivated' gives suitable meaning for this sentence. She was laughing from the –––––– exuberance
The meaning of other options is – of the performance.
(a) total (b) sheer
Advanced :- progressive.
(c) perfect (d) utter
Grown :- developed.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
Culture :- civilized
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct Sentence - 'sheer' (absolute) gives the suitable meaning.
My grandfather was a farmer and he cultivated three The other options give different meaning.
acres of land. Total :- sum (the whole amount)
391. In the following passage, some word have been Perfect :- exact, complete.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select Utter :- express in speech.
the most appropriate option to fill in each Correct sentence –
blank. She was laughing from the sheer exuberance of the
Many times –––––– starts with the creative ––– performance.
–––– and the enduring passion of a single 395. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
individual. blank.
(a) renovation, dullness The beauty of our festivals lies in 'unity in ––––
(b) innovation, spark –––––'.
(c) stagnation, determination (a) belongingness (b) richness
(d) tradition, lethargy (c) inclusion (d) diversity
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Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) unexplored (b) uninterested
'Diversity' (variety) give the suitable meaning. (c) uninhabited (d) undesired
The other options give different meaning. SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
Richness :- Affluence Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Inclusion :- Comprehension. 'uninhabited' (desolate) would be appropriate.
Correct Sentence – The meaning of other options is–
The beauty of our festivals lies in 'unity in diversity.' Unexplored :- undiscovered, unknown.
396. Select the correct homonym from the given Uninterested :- not having or showing interest.
options to fill in the blank. Undesired :- unwanted.
The French perfume has a wonderful________ Correct Sentence -
(a) scent (b) sent The western side of the country has some uninhabited
(c) send (d) cent (vacant) islands to explore.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III 400. Select the correct homonym from the given
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, options to fill in the blank.
'scent' (aroma) gives suitable meaning. The police returned to the –––––– of the crime.
The other options give different meaning. (a) cene (b) seen
Sent :- sent out. (c) scene (d) zen
Send :- order to be taken. SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
Cent :- penny. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct Sentence– 'scene (vista)' gives the suitable meaning for the
The French perfume has a wonderful scent. sentence. The meaning of other options is–
Cane :- stick
397. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the See :- to view
blank.
Correct Sentence-
We should ______ his outfit as he has put on
weight. The police returned to the scene of the crime.
(a) utter (b) alter 401. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) altar (d) ultra blank.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III A student –––––– in ragging can be expelled
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, from the institution.
'Alter' (change) gives suitable meaning in the sentence. (a) curbing (b) avoiding
The other options give different meaning. – (c) indulging (d) contrasting
Utter :- express in speech. SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
Altar :- a holy table in a church or temple. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ultra :- a person who holds extreme views especially in 'Indulging' (pander) gives the proper meaning.
politics. The other options give different meaning.
Correct Sentence– Curbing :- to control or limit something.
We should alter his outfit as he ha put on weight. Avoiding :- refrain from doing something.
398. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Contrasting :- different.
blank. Correct Sentence -
Asha was ___________ made a fool by her A student indulging in ragging can be expelled from the
friend. institution.
(a) unknowingly (b) insistently 402. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) deliberately (d) innocently blank.
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I Ramu went with his friends on a trip to –––––
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, new paths.
'Deliberately' (with intention) gives proper meaning. (a) explore (b) invent
The other options are – (c) determine (d) deploy
Unknowingly:- without knowledge or intention. SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
Insistently:- in a way that demands something firmly Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
and refuse to accept any opposition or excuses. 'Explore' would be appropriate.
Innocently:- In a way that is not intended to cause harm The meaning of other options is –
or upset somebody. Invent :- to produce or design something that has not
Correct Sentence– existed before.
Asha was deliberately made a fool by her friend. Determine :- assure, insure
Deploy :- to use something effectively.
399. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
word given in the bracket to fill in the blank. Correct sentence–
The western side of the country has some ––––– Ramu went with his friends on a trip to explore new
–––– (vacant) islands to explore. paths.
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403. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 407. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
_____ I learned that there was a gift for each They called Mohan a ____ because he did not
child, I was delighted. want to go into the dark lane.
(a) When (b) Though (a) brave (b) valiant
(c) While (d) Which (c) hero (d) coward
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Ans. (d) : According to the sense of sentence, 'Coward'
'when' will be used in the blank space. would be appropriate in the blank space.
Correct Sentence– The other word gives different meaning.
When I learned that there was a gift for each child, I Brave :- bold, heroic
was delighted. Valiant :- showing valor
Hero :- champion, fighter.
404. Select the most appropriate to fill in the blank.
408. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Most mainliners do not view modern culture as
blank.
inherently _____ to religious belief.
You will find it difficult ______ but later you
(a) inimical (b) inchoate will get used to wearing a mask.
(c) inconclusive (d) inadvertent (a) at first (b) at the first
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I (c) firstly (d) on first
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
'inimical' (harmful) would be appropriate in the blank Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
space. sentence, 'at first' will be used in the blank space.
The meaning of other options is – Thus, the correct option is (a).
Inchoate :- only partly in existence. 409. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Inconclusive :- indecisive. blank.
Inadvertent :- unintended. Global warming or climate change has today
405. Select the most appropriate to fill in the blank. become a major ______ to mankind.
That fellow pushed me so hard that my vision (a) threat (b) penalty
got ______ for a second. (c) punishment (d) endanger
(a) simplified (b) illuminated SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II
(c) exposed (d) blurred Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I 'threat' would be appropriate.
The other options give different meaning.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Penalty :- painful consequences of an action or
'blurred' (unclear) gives suitable meaning. condition.
The other options are – Punishment :- act of punishing.
Simplified :- made easy. Endanger :- Imperil.
Illuminate :- illumine.
410. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Exposed :- open.
blank.
Correct Sentence – This app is a very ______ one for online
That fellow pushed me so hard that my vision got shopping.
blurred for a second. (a) convenience (b) competency
406. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) capable (d) convenient
blank. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
She smashed a ____ of glass with the metal Ans. (d) :In the blank space of the above sentence,
vase. 'Convenient' (accessible) would be appropriate.
(a) pion (b) pawn The meaning of other options is –
(c) pane (d) pain Convenience :- the quality of being useful and
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I convenient.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Competence :- well prepared to do something.
'pane (window glass)' would be suitable because Capable :- having capacity or ability.
according to the sense of above sentence, it gives 411. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
suitable meaning. blank.
Pawn :- a chess piece of the smallest size and least Harish's voice ____ in the empty rooms of their
value. new house.
Pain :- a person or thing that is very annoying (a) reverted (b) resounded
Correct Sentence – (c) relapsed (d) resorted
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Ans. (b) : The most appropriate option in the given Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
blank space is 'resounded' (noise). board (panel) would be appropriate in the blank space.
The meaning of other options is – The other options give different meaning.
Reverted :- returned, turned back Bowed :- submissive.
Relapsed :-deteriorate in health. Braid :- thin coloured rope that is used to decorate
Resort :- to adopt a course of action to improve your furniture and military uniform.
situation. Bord :- tired.
412. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 416. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
He has a high paying job, ______ he never
The reality of the effects of rising aviation seems to have any money.
industry emissions on climate change has been (a) yet (b) by
known for decades, yet the industry and its
(c) from (d) so
emissions has continued to grow without
______. SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I
(a) easiness (b) neglect Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'yet'
(c) constraint (d) comfort will be used because according to the sense of the above
sentence, it gives proper meaning.
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I Correct Sentence –
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence, He has a high paying job, yet he never seems to have
'constraint' (restraint) would be appropriate. any money.
The other options give different meaning.
417. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Easiness :- simpleness, simplicity. blank.
Neglect :- Ignore, disregard. The boys were tired, but not too tired to
Comfort :- comfortableness. examine the little hut ______.
413. Select the most appropriate to fill in the blank. (a) weirdly (b) weakly
Accuracy rates of facial recognition algorithms (c) thoroughly (d) sluggishly
are _____ low in the case of minorities, women SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
and children, as demonstrated in multiple Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
studies across the world. 'thoroughly' would be appropriate.
(a) smoothly (b) Carelessly The other options give different meaning.
(c) Particularly (d) Beautifully Weirdly :- in a weird manner.
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I Weakly :- feeble.
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Sluggishly :-more slowly than normal and in a way that
'Particularly' (specially) gives the suitable meaning. seems lazy.
The other options give different meaning. Correct Sentence –
The boys were tired, but not too tired to examine the
Smoothly :- swimmingly. little hut thoroughly.
Carelessly :- without care or concern.
418. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Beautifully :- attractively. blank.
414. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the It is better to be prompt and organised than to
blank. be _____.
I prefer to listen to relaxing and _____ music (a) provident (b) meaningless
when meditating. (c) efficient (d) reckless
(a) soothing (b) abrading SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
(c) fretting (d) tormenting Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I 'reckless' will be used in the blank space.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, The other options are–
'soothing' would be appropriate. Provident :- careful, thrifty, foresighted.
The other options give different meaning. Meaningless :- unimportant.
Abrading :- rubbing down, abrasing Efficient :- competent, effective.
Fretting :- worry unnecessarily Correct Sentence –
Tormenting :- torture It is better to be prompt and organised than to be
Correct Sentence – I prefer to listen to relaxing and reckless
soothing music when meditating. 419. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank.
415. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
The Lebanese army raided the boat and ____
blank. dozens of water bottles, tuna cans, loaves of
The ______ of directors will decide the penalty. bread, boxes of Picon cheese and life jackets.
(a) bowed (b) braid (a) discovered (b) learnt
(c) bored (d) board (c) created (d) invented
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Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the sentence, Root :- base, foundation.
'discovered' would be appropriate in the blank space. Rote :- routine.
The other options give different meaning. Riot :- a noisy, violent public disorder caused by a
Learnt :- acquired, gained knowledge. group.
Created :- make Correct Sentence –
Invented :- to produce or design something that has not Which route should I take to reach the railway station.
existed before. 423. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct Sentence – blank.
The Lebanese army raided the boat and discovered One of the children stood at the door to _____
dozens of water bottles, tuna cans, loaves of bread, if he saw the apparitor coming, who was an
boxes of Picon cheese and life jackets. officer of the spiritual court.
(a) give notice (b) give advice
420. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) give thought (d) give a hand
blank. SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
I can't control my_____ these days because I
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
got selected for a job.
'give notice' would be appropriate in the blank space.
(a) casualness (b) nepotism The other options give different meaning.
(c) pollution (d) excitement Give Advice :- counsel
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I Give thought :- thinking, idea or notion
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Give a hand :- Help
'excitement' will be used in the blank space. Correct Sentence –
The meaning of other options is – One of the children stood at the door to give notice if he
Casualness :- familiarity. saw the apparitor coming, who was an officer of the
Nepotism :- favoritism shown to relatives or close spiritual court.
friend. 424. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Pollution :- defilement. blank.
Correct Sentence – In all cases, we have to ______ the facts from
I can't control my excitement these days because I got the various reports and documents.
selected for a job. (a) Instil (b) Repel
421. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) Standstill (d) Distil
blank. SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
Writing books about how to _____ on the Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
internet seems like a great idea. 'Distil' (to get the essential meaning or idea) will be
(a) make a promise (b) make a fortune used in the blank space. Other option give different
meaning.
(c) make a habit (d) make a list
Instil :- gradually make somebody feel, think.
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I Repel :- force back.
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Standstill :- deadlock, impasse.
'make a fortune' would be appropriate in the blank Correct Sentence –
space.
In all case, we have to distil the facts from the various
The other options give different meaning. reports and documents.
Make a promise :- to tell someone that you will
definitely to do something. 425. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank.
Make a habit :- make manner.
Thus, _____ of their purpose, the three knights
Make a list :- make a record. tried another plan.
Correct Sentence – (a) involved (b) foiled
Writing books about how to make a fortune on the (c) toiled (d) failed
internet seems like a great idea. SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
422. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
blank. 'foiled' will be used, which means 'to present a plan
Which ______ should I take to reach the from succeeding.'
railway station? The other options are–
(a) root (b) route Involved :- participating
(c) rote (d) riot Toil :- work hard
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I Failed :- neglected
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Correct Sentence–
'route' would be appropriate in the blank space. Thus, foiled of their purpose, the three knights tried
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426. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Insignificant :- meaningless
blank. Gleeful :- merry.
If you want to save your money, start living an Cautious :- careful.
_____ life. Correct Sentence –
(a) improper (b) economical Many people may not find the rewards commensurate
(c) extravagant (d) indulgent with the time and effort required.
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I 430. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, blank.
'economical' would be appropriate in the blank space. The ______ of the knife in his hand made her
The meaning of other options is – sick.
Improper :- not suitable or right (inappropriate) (a) site (b) sight
Extravagant :- prodigal, spendthrift. (c) slight (d) cite
Indulgent :- lenient, soft. SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II
Correct Sentence – Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
If you want to save your money, start living an 'sight' will be used because according to the sense of
economical life. sentence, it gives proper meaning.
427. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Correct Sentence –
blank. The sight of the knife in his hand made her sick.
This cruise ship _____ in November and 431. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
December. blank.
(a) sails (b) sells The ______ needs of the inhabitants seem to be
(c) sales (d) seals fruit, iced drinks, shiny boots and lottery
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I tickets.
(a) amiable (b) principle
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, (c) invincible (d) principal
'sails' will be used in the blank space.
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II
The other options give different meaning.
Sells :- trade, betray Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Principal' will be used because it gives suitable
Sales :- gross sales meaning according to the sense of this sentence.
Seals :- a thin that makes something definite. Correct Sentence –
428. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the The principal needs of the inhabitants seem to be fruit,
blank. iced drinks, shiny boots and lottery tickets.
If we don't reverse course now, will anyone 432. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
take anything we say about justice and blank.
________ with any seriousness for decades to There are good points to each side and we need
come? more _____ people that are willing to look at
(a) righteousness (b) mediation them from all angles.
(c) wickedness (d) dishonesty (a) ubiquitous (b) unbiased
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I (c) undermined (d) unadorned
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II
'Righteousness' will be used in the blank space. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
The other options give different meaning. 'unbiased' would be appropriate because it gives proper
Mediation :- intermediation meaning according to the sense of this sentence.
Wickedness :- evilness, sin. Correct Sentence –
Dishonesty :- Knavery. There are good points to each side and we need more
Correct Sentence – unbiased people that are willing to look at them from all
If we don't reverse course now, will anyone take angles.
anything we say about justice and righteousness with 433. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
any seriousness for decades to come. blank.
429. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the My niece is very kind and ______ to everyone
blank. in the family.
Many people may not find the rewards ______ (a) callous (b) ruthless
with the time and effort required. (c) generous (d) stern
(a) insignificant (b) gleeful SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II
(c) cautious (d) commensurate Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I 'generous' will be used because it gives suitable
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence, meaning, according to the sense of this sentence.
'Commensurate' would be appropriate in the blank Correct sentence –
space. My niece is very kind and generous to everyone in the
The other options give different meaning. family.

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434. Select the most appropriate options to fill in the 438. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
Thank you so _______ for helping me with this The ocean waves swelled and reached _____
project. her head, and she started screaming.
(a) too (b) many (a) among (b) upon
(c) most (d) much (c) above (d) at
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
'much' would be appropriate because 'much' is used with 'above' would be appropriate in the blank space.
so in the uncountable sense. The other options are not suitable.
Correct sentence– Correct Sentence –
Thank you so much for helping me with this project. The ocean waves swelled and reached above her head,
435. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the and she started screaming.
blank. 439. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
All of my efforts to save her life have gone in blank.
_____. He said the cooperative will continue to invest
(a) vain (b) vein _____ per its usual yearly rate.
(c) van (d) vane (a) that (b) so
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II (c) such (d) as
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
'vain' will be used because 'in vain' is an idiom which Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'as'
means – without success. will be used because according to the sense of the above
Vein :- a blood vessels sentence 'as per' is used.
Van :- a truck with an enclosed cargo space. The other options give different meaning.
Vane :- blade. Correct Sentence –
Correct Sentence – He said the cooperative will continue to invest as per its
All of my efforts of saver her life have gone in vain. usual yearly rate.
436. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 440. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
The US has become far more _____ to people Ms. Gupta expressed her ______ for my
with all kinds of food sensitivities and diet political understanding.
regimens. (a) admiration (b) location
(a) deviated (b) lodging (c) strength (d) compassion
(c) selective (d) accommodating SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence, 'Admiration' would be appropriate. The other options
'Accommodating' would be appropriate in the blank give different meaning.
space. Location :- a place or position.
The meaning of other options is – Strength :- the quality of being physically or mentally
Deviated :- diverted strong.
Lodging :- lodgment Compassion :- a deep awareness of and sympathy for
Selective :- exclusive, tending to select. another's suffering.
Correct Sentence – Correct Sentence –
The US has become far more accommodating to people Ms. Gupta expressed her admiration for my political
with all kinds of food sensitivities and diet regimens. understanding.
437. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 441. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
My sister treats me well in the morning but at Pilots must be _____ at all times to keep their
night she becomes______. passengers safe during the flight.
(a) eloquent (b) awful (a) thirsty (b) distant
(c) exemplary (d) acceptable (c) vigilant (d) forceful
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the sentence,
'awful' will be used in the blank space. 'Vigilant' (sharp-eyed) would be appropriate.
The other option give different meaning. The meaning of other options is –
Eloquent :- smooth - spoken. Thirsty :- feeling a need or desire to drink.
Exemplary :- model, worthy. Distant :- far, deep
Acceptable :- unexceptionable Forceful :- strong, firm, emphatic
Correct Sentence – Correct Sentence –
My sister treats me well in the morning but at night she Pilots must be vigilant at all times to keep their
becomes awful. passengers safe during the flight.
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442. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 446. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
Could you spell your name ______, please? A _____ body will fight off the illness naturally
(a) weakly (b) never without any medicine.
(c) again (d) forever (a) happy (b) healthy
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I (c) flabby (d) fresh
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence, SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
'again' will be used in the blank space. Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
The meaning of other options is – 'healthy' will be used in the blank space.
Weakly :- every week. Happy :- Cheerful
Never :- not at all, certainly not. Flabby :- flaccid, soft
Forever :- without interruption. (always) Fresh :- new-made
Correct Sentence – Correct Sentence –
Could you spell your name again please? A healthy body will fight off the illness naturally
without any.
443. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. 447. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
The sudden death of our uncle was _____ for blank.
all of us. Can you please ______ this sauce over the
(a) tragic (b) fragile pasta?
(c) gentle (d) dissuasive (a) pore (b) power
(c) pour (d) purr
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I
SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
'tragic' would be appropriate in the blank space. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
'pour' would be appropriate in the blank space.
Fragile :- delicate, breakable.
pore :- concentrate
Gently :- mildly
power :- strength, force.
Dissuasive :- discouraging, deterring from action.
purr :- make vibrant sounds.
Correct Sentence –
Correct Sentence –
The Sudden death of our uncle was tragic for all of us. Can you please pour this sauce over the pasta?
444. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 448. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
It's ______ too late to start your own business. We deplore the use of ______ against innocent
(a) never (b) no people.
(c) neither (d) nor (a) reduction (b) violence
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I (c) gentleness (d) humour
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
'never' will be used in the blank space. Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
The other options do not give proper meaning. 'violence' would be appropriate in the blank space.
no :- none The other options give different meaning.
Correct Sentence – Reduction :- decrease
It's never too late to start your own business. Gentleness :- mildness
445. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Humour :- wit (the quality of being funny).
blank. Correct Sentence –
India continues to ______ the highest amount We deplore the use of violence against innocent people.
of e-waste, more than China, the US, Japan 449. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
and Germany. blank.
(a) generate (b) remake We _____ learn to meet adversity gracefully.
(c) stake (d) select (a) have (b) ought
SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III (c) had (d) must
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
'generate' would be appropriate. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Remake :- creation that is created again. 'must' would be appropriate because 'must' is used to
Stake :- bet, wager express obligation, give orders and advice.
Select :- choice While 'ought' is used to express correctness or duty,
Correct Sentence– indicate that something is probable.
India continues to generate the highest amount of e- Correct Sentence –
waste, more than china, the US. Japan and Germany. We must learn to meet adversity gracefully.
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450. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 454. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
Mere classroom teaching-learning is boring Edit and proofread your essay ______ times.
and ______ for students. (a) much (b) few
(a) monotonous (b) exciting
(c) less (d) several
(c) interesting (d) varied
SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Monotonous' would be appropriate. 'several' gives suitable meaning.
The other options five different meaning. The other options give different meaning.
Exciting :- creating Much :- great in quality or degree. (Uncountable)
Interesting :- amusing, entertaining. Few :- Hardly (Countable)
Varied :- different. Less :- comparative of little, lower in quality
Correct sentence - (Uncountable)
Mere classroom teaching-learning is boring and Correct sentence –
monotonous for students. Edit and proofread your essay several times.
451. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 455. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
When his mother way away, he took the ____ He recovered after a ______ illness.
of his little brother.
(a) management (b) duty (a) projected (b) stretched
(c) power (d) charge (c) prolonged (d) surprise
SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Charge' will be used. 'Prolonged' gives suitable meaning.
The other options give different meaning. The other options give different meaning.
Management :- direction Projected :- predicted in advance.
Duty :- obligation, responsibility. Stretched :- flexible, extended.
Power :- ability Surprise :- the act of surprising someone.
Correct Sentence -
Correct sentence –
When his mother was away, he took the charge of his
little brother. He recovered after a prolonged illness.
452. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 456. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
The word ‘ecology’ refers to the pattern and The book gives a ______ account of the horrors
______ of relationships among plants, animals of war.
and people and their environment. (a) heroic (b) bulky
(a) balance (b) policy (c) pleasant (d) graphic
(c) plan (d) outline SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'graphic' gives suitable meaning.
'balance' would be appropriate because it gives suitable The other options give different meaning.
meaning according to the sense of this sentence. Heroic :- bold, brave
Correct Sentence - Bulky :- large
The word ‘ecology’ refers to the pattern and balance of Pleasant :- nice, good-natured.
relationships among plants, animals and people and Correct sentence-
their environment.
The book gives a graphic account of the horrors of war.
453. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. 457. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
No changes can be made to the bond without blank.
the ______ of the partners. He has been ______ in his performance
(a) sympathy (b) harmony throughout.
(c) consent (d) confession (a) consistent (b) constructive
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II (c) conducive (d) connotative
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'consent' will be used because according to the sense of Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
this sentence, it gives suitable meaning. 'consistent' will be used because according to the sense
Correct sentence - of the sentence, it gives suitable meaning.
No changes can be made to the bond without the Correct Sentence –
consent of the partners. He has been consistent in his performance throughout.
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458. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 462. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
The ______ cannot be a panacea for all Please ______ my subscription of the children’s
respiratory infections. magazine.
(a) care (b) healing (a) settle (b) renew
(c) treatment (d) diagnosis (c) regain (d) finish
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
'treatment' will be used because according to the sense 'renew' gives the suitable meaning in the blank space.
of the sentence, it gives suitable meaning. The other options give different meaning.
Correct sentence – Settle :- fixed, establish
The treatment cannot be a Panacea for all respiratory Regain :- recover, find
infections. Finish :- complete
459. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Correct Sentence -
blank. Please renew my subscription of the children's
If you do not pay your ______ you will be magazine.
imprisoned. 463. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) debt (b) debit blank.
(c) deed (d) damage This is the ______ clock that I have ever seen.
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III (a) finest (b) purest
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (c) tastiest (d) sharpest
'debt' will be used because, according to the sense of the SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
sentence it gives proper meaning. Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct Sentence – 'finest' would be appropriate.
The other options give different meaning.
If you do not pay your debt you will be imprisoned.
Purest :- free of extraneous element.
460. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Tastiest :- taste perception, have flavor.
blank. Sharpest :- acute, pointed
The police ______ the protestors from entering Correct Sentence - This is the finest clock that I have
the parliament. ever seen.
(a) prevented (b) presumed
464. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) protected (d) persuaded blank.
SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II Friendship increases happiness and ______
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, misery.
'prevented' will be used in the blank space. (a) diminishes (b) determines
The other options give different meaning. (c) distinguishes (d) delegates
Presumed :- assume, accept without verification or SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
proof. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the sentence,
Protected :- kept safe, defended from danger. 'diminishes' would be appropriate in the blank space.
Persuaded :- carry (with approval) The other options give different meaning.
Correct Sentence - Determines :- find out, set
Distinguishes :- mark as different
The police prevented the protestors from entering the Delegates :- depute, designate.
parliament. Correct sentence - Friendship increases happiness and
461. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the diminishes misery.
blank. 465. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
The company is going to ______ the North Sea blank.
for oil. We have decided to go on a long ______ with
(a) search (b) explore our friends.
(c) tour (d) traverse (a) travel (b) passage
SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II (c) visit (d) drive
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the sentence, SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
'explore' would be appropriate in the blank space. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
The other options give different meaning. 'drive' would be appropriate in the blank space.
The other options give different meaning.
Search :- try to locate or discover.
Travel :- journey
Tour :- a journey or route. Passage :- passing
Traverse :- cross, cut Visit :- a temporary stay.
Correct Sentence - Correct Sentence - We have decided to go on a long
The company is going to explore the North sea for oil. drive with our friends.
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466. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Perceive :- comprehend
blank. Observe :- watch attentively
A soft breeze blows as the sun ______ in the Look :- seem. appear
distant waters. Correct sentence–
(a) basks (b) glazes Visitors come from all over the world to see the
(c) shimmers (d) ramifies Shalimar Gardens.
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II 470. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, blank.
'shimmers' gives the suitable meaning. He ran towards his mother ______ and hugged
The other options give different meaning. her.
Bask :- enjoy, relish. (a) partially (b) spitefully
Glaze :- glass over, shince, (c) eventually (d) gaily
Ramifies :- separate. SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
Correct sentence– Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
A soft breeze blows as the sun shimmers in the distant 'gaily' will be used in the blank space.
waters. The other options give different meaning.
467. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Partially :- imcompletely, in part,
blank. Spitefully :- despitefully
Hitopadesha tales are written in a reader- Eventually :- finally.
friendly style, which perhaps ______ to their Correct sentence–
success. He ran towards his mother gaily and hugged her.
(a) supplied (b) provided 471. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) contributed (d) arranged blank.
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II This antique sculpture is indeed ______.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) harmless (b) helpless
'contributed' will be used. (c) priceless (d) endless
The other options give different meaning- SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
supply :- give what is desired or needed Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
Provide :- give something useful or necessary. 'priceless' will be used in the blank space.
Arrange :- set up The other options give different meaning.
Correct sentence– Harmless :- benign, safe.
Hitopadesha tales are written in a reader - friendly style, Helpless :- dependent.
which perhaps contributed to their success. Endless :- continuous.
Correct Sentence–
468. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. This antique sculpture is indeed priceless.
Many students are ______ by the life of great 472. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
leaders. blank.
(a) interested (b) involved The socio-economic policy has been the ______
(c) inspired (d) infected of much debate.
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II (a) subject (b) talk
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (c) object (d) concept
'inspired' will be used. SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
The other options give different meaning. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
Interested :- curious. 'subject' would be appropriate in the blank space.
Involved :- attached. The other options give different meaning.
Infected :- unhealthful. Talk :- speak.
Correct Sentence– Object :- thing
Concept :- An abstract or general idea inferred or
Many students are inspired by the life of great leaders. derived from specific instances.
469. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Correct Sentence -
blank. The socio-economic policy has been the subject of
Visitors come from all over the world to ______ much debate.
the Shalimar Gardens.
473. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) perceive (b) see
blank.
(c) observe (d) look For a member to borrow money from the
SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I association, three ______ need to be met.
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, (a) accounts (b) conditions
'see' will be used in the blank space. (c) points (d) restrictions
The other options give different meaning. SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Conditions' will be used in blank space. 'Congestion' gives the proper meaning.
The meaning of other options is – The other options give different meaning.
Accounts :- history Collection :- Accumulation, assemblage.
Points :- marks
Gathering :- assembly.
Restrictions :- limitation.
Correct Sentence - Chain :- connect or arrange into a chain
For a member to borrow money from the association, Correct Sentence–
three conditions need to be met. Traffic congestion is a very serious problem in metro
474. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the cities.
blank. 478. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Teams from all over India _____ in the talent blank.
show. There are five ––––– members of the United
(a) provided (b) participated Nations.
(c) produced (d) prohibited
(a) forever (b) immortal
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
(c) durable (d) permanent
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
sentence, 'participated' would be appropriate in the SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
blank space. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
Provided :- supply 'Permanent' will be used in the blank space.
Produce :- grow, develop The meaning of other options is –
Prohibit :- forbid, disallow Forever :- always, constantly.
Correct Sentence - Immortal :- Infinite.
Team from all over India participated in the talent show. Durable :- long-lived.
475. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. 479. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
When she ____ the hall, she was pleasantly blank.
surprised. Two young men ––––– the chain from the
(a) arrived (b) intruded woman's neck and ran away.
(c) appeared (d) entered (a) pulled (b) squeezed
SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III (c) pushed (d) turned
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
'entered' would be appropriate. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
The other options give different meaning. 'pulled' will be used in the blank space.
Arrived :- reach a destination
The meaning of other options is –
Intruded :- enter without invitation,
Appeared :- come out Squeezed :- press or force.
Correct sentence– Push :- move strenuously and with effort.
when she entered the hall she was pleasantly surprised Turned :- inverted, overturned.
476. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 480. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
My grandmother is _____ to the bed. The –––––– was given a stipend during his
(a) concealed (b) confined period of training.
(c) concerned (d) confirmed (a) owner (b) intern
SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III (c) employer (d) entrant
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
'Confined' gives suitable meaning.
The other options give different meaning. Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
Concealed :- hidden 'intern' will be used in the blank space.
Concerned :- afraid The meaning of the other options is –
Confirmed :- unchangeable. Owner :- someone who owns a business.
Correct sentence – Employer :- a person or firm that employs workers.
My grandmother is confined to the bed. Entrant :- someone who enters.
477. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 481. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
Traffic ____ is a very serious problem in metro The man felt exhausted after climbing a ______
cities. of stairs.
(a) congestion (b) collection (a) flight (b) heap
(c) gathering (d) chain (c) pack (d) fleet
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Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
'Flight' will be used because 'flight of stairs' is a phrase 'awakened' will be used.
which means– two or more steps linked together by The meaning of other options is –
common riser and treads. Enabled :- able for some task.
Correct Sentence- Enhanced :- ameliorate, increased.
The man felt exhausted after climbing a flight of stairs. Activated :- excited.
482. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Correct Sentence–
blank. I was awakened by the sound of the doorbell.
The Egyptians developed ways to prevent the 487. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
dead body from ______. blank.
(a) destroying (b) drooping Pahari is the most ______ spoken language in
(c) dying (d) decaying Himachal Pradesh.
SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III (a) quickly (b) carefully
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (c) strictly (d) commonly
'decaying' will be used. Because according to the sense SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
of the sentence, it gives proper meaning. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
483. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the sentence, 'Commonly' will be used in the blank space.
blank. The other options give different meaning.
She is on six months’ ______ leave. Quickly :- no delay, with rapid movements.
(a) paternal (b) maternity Carefully :- cautiously.
(c) paternity (d) material Strictly :- rigorously.
SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III 488. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, blank.
'Maternity' will be used. Because according to the The little girl tried to ______ the singer.
sense of the above sentence, it gives proper meaning. (a) imply (b) imitate
Correct Sentence - (c) languish (d) emit
She is on six months' maternity leave. SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
484. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
blank. sentence, 'Imitate' would be appropriate.
Suddenly, she jumped up and ______ his arm. The meaning of other options is –
(a) occupied (b) snatched Imply :- have as a logical consequence
Languish :- become feeble.
(c) grabbed (d) captured Emit :- give off
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III 489. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence, blank.
'Grabbed' (seize, catch) will be used in the blank space. Making notes will ______ you to organise your
The other options gives different meaning. thoughts in a better way.
Occupied :- busy, engaged (a) disable (b) capable
(c) adjustable (d) enable
Snatched :- kidnapped.
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
Captured :- catch.
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
485. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the sentence, 'enable' would be appropriate in the blank
blank. space.
The little girl walked slowly ______ her The meaning of other options is –
burden. Disable :- invalid, disenable.
(a) holding (b) loading Capable :- able, competent.
(c) bearing (d) storing Adjustable :- changeable, adoptable.
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III Correct sentence - Making notes will enable you to
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence, organise your thoughts in a better way.
'bearing' will be used. The other options give different 490. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
meaning.
Holding :- sustaining blank.
Loading :- burdening Films based on books are more ____ than
Storing :- stocking original screenplays.
correct sentence– The little girl walked slowly bearing (a) better (b) favourite
her burden. (c) popular (d) different
486. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
blank. Ans. (c) : In the blank spaces of the above sentence,
I was ______ by the sound of the doorbell. 'popular' will be used because according to the sense of
(a) enabled (b) awakened this sentence, it gives suitable meaning.
(c) enhanced (d) activated Correct Sentence– Films based on books are more
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III popular than original screenplays.
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491. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
blank. 'exiled' will be used in the blank space.
The leaves of plants _____ soon if they do not The other options give different meaning.
get enough water. Exclude :- debar, keep out.
(a) wilt (b) ebb Evacuated :- empty.
(c) melt (d) erode Escape :- get away.
SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III 496. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, blank.
'wilt' will be used because according to the sense of this He asked me –––––– I knew you.
sentence , it gives proper meaning. (a) although (b) since
Correct Sentence– The leaves of plants wilt soon if (c) whether (d) unless
they do not get enough water. SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I
492. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (c) : In the given sentence, it is clear that the
blank. sentence is in 'Indirect narration'. In Indirect,
You should pay a little more attention to your conjunction 'if or whether' is used with Interrogative
____. sentence in the blank space.
(a) apportion (b) apparition Correct sentence– He asked me whether I knew you.
(c) appearance (d) apprehension 497. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II blank.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, This case is limited to state –––––.
'Appearance' will be used because according to the (a) radicalisation (b) jurisdiction
sense of sentence, it gives proper meaning. (c) preparation (d) ramification
The meaning of the other options is– SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I
Apportion :- allocate, deal. Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
Apparition :- fantasm, shadow. 'jurisdiction' would be appropriate in the blank space.
Apprehension :- misgiving, fearful expectation. The other options give different meaning.
Radicalisation :- The action or process of making
493. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the somebody more extreme or radical in their opinions an
blank. political.
The thief was taken to the police station but the Preparation :- planning, readying.
____ revealed nothing.
Ramification :- complication
(a) provocation (b) interrogation
(c) objection (d) discussion 498. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II blank.
The little girl –––– a puppy from the street.
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, (a) preserved (b) transferred
'Interrogation' would be appropriate in the blank space. (c) passed (d) rescued
The meaning of other options is – SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II
Provocation :- incitation, incitement Ans. (d) : According ot the sense of the above sentence,
Objection :- protest, dissent. 'rescued' will be used in the blank space.
Discussion :- discourse, treatment. The other options give different meaning.
494. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Preserved :- conserved, protected.
blank. Transfer :- move from one place to another.
Candidates who successfully complete the Passed :- go across
entrance test will be ____ for an interview next Correct sentence –
week. The little girl rescued a puppy from the street.
(a) encouraged (b) asked
499. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) invited (d) required blank.
SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II The systems –––––– on back-up battery when
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence, the electricity goes off.
'Invited' would be appropriate in the blank space. (a) operate (b) activate
The other options give different meaning. (c) drive (d) control
Correct sentence– Candidates who successfully SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II
complete the entrance test will be invited for an Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
interview next week. 'operate' will be used in the blank space.
495. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the The other options give different meaning.
blank. Activate :- make active or more active
He was ––––– from Turkey for his public Drive :- steer, ride.
condemnation of the Shah. Control :- command.
(a) exiled (b) excluded Correct sentence –
(c) evacuated (d) escaped The systems operate on back-up battery when the
SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I electricity goes off.
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500. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 504. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
It is a well-known fact that air pollution has a He was fined for _____traffic rules.
terrible –––––– on the health of people. (a) refusing (b) obeying
(a) effect (b) shock (c) violating (d) omitting
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
(c) problem (d) force
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II 'violating' will be used. Because it gives suitable
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, meaning for this sentence. the other options give
'effect' will be used in the blank space. different meaning.
The other options give different meaning. Refusing :- declining.
Shock :- an unpleasant or disappointing. Obeying :- to be obedient
Problem :- trouble, difficulty. Omitting :- exclude, except.
Force :- strength. Correct sentence
Correct sentence – He was fined for violating traffic rules.
It is a well-known fact that air pollution has a terrible 505. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
effect on the health of people. blank.
Giant pandas are black-and-white Chinese
501. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the bears that are on the _____of extinction.
blank. (a) line (b) verge
Several companies have come up with (c) margin (d) peak
technology at –––––– prices to suit consumers SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
of all segments. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(a) acceptable (b) agreeable 'verge' is used in the blank space.
(c) amenable (d) affordable The other options give different meaning.
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III Line :- a length without breadth or thickness.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Margin :- border, perimeter
'affordable' will be used because according to the sense Peak :- point, acme, apex, zenith.
of the above sentence, it gives proper meaning. Correct sentence
Correct sentence – Giant pandas are blank-and-white Chinese bears that are
on the verge of extinction.
Several companies have come up with technology at
affordable prices to suit consumers of all segments. 506. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank.
502. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the The child _______that he had broken the vase.
blank. (a) collected (b) requested
The old man has earned the ––––– of settling (c) demanded (d) admitted
disputes peacefully. SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
(a) renown (b) reputation Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
(c) resistance (d) restoration 'admitted' would be appropriate in the blank space.
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III The meaning of other options is –
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Collected :- gather up, compile.
'reputation' will be used in the blank space. Requested :- call for.
The other options give different meanings. Demanded :- require, need.
Correct sentence – Correct Sentence–
The old man has earned the reputation of settling The Child admitted that he had broken the vase.
disputes peacefully. 507. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
503. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
blank. In the year 1973, there were only 9 tiger
reserves, but ______the number has risen to
Health cannot be ____at any cost. fifty.
(a) rejected (b) neglected (a) gradually (b) technically
(c) despised (d) deserted (c) adamantly (d) consequently
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
'neglected' will be used in the blank space. Because it 'gradually' will be used in the blank space.
gives the suitable meaning for this sentence. The other options give different meaning.
Rejected :- disapproved. refused. Technically :- with regard to technique.
Despised :- contemned, scorned. Adamantly :- Inflexibly.
Consequently :- as a result.
Deserted :- desolated.
Correct sentence–
Correct sentence
In the year 1973, there were only 9 tiger reserves, but
Health cannot be neglected at any cost. gradually the number has risen to fifty.
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508. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
blank. 'obsession' will be used in the blank space.
Look at the hippo ______about happily in the The other options give different meaning
river. Possession :- ownership
(a) stammering (b) splashing Expression :- saying, reflexion.
(c) crackling (d) sputtering Impression :- effect.
Correct sentence-
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I The craze for taking selfies has only increased our
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, obsession with our own image.
'splashing' would be appropriate in the blank space. 513. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
The other options give different meaning. blank.
Stammering :- bumble, falter People have overcome poverty, drug addiction,
Crackling :- crackle (the sharp sound) abuse, divorce, mental illness and virtually
Sputtering :- the noise of something spattering. every ____ known to man.
(a) Defiance (b) Dispute
Correct sentence– (c) Objection (d) Challenge
Look at the hippo splashing about happily in the river. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
509. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
blank. 'Challenge' would be appropriate in the blank space.
It is claimed that if you take a certain The other options are not giving the suitable meaning.
homeopathic medicine, it will .......... you Dispute :- contravention, conflict.
against the coronovirus. Defiance :- rebelliousness
(a) shelter (b) immune Objection :- protest.
(c) reinforce (d) fortify 514. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I) blank.
The experience of having climbed to the Mt.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Everest changes you ____.
'fortify' will be used because according to the sense of (a) rarely (b) regularly
the sentence, it gives the suitable meaning. (c) completely (d) frequently
Correct sentence- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
It is claimed that if you take a certain homeopathic Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
medicine, it will fortify you against the coronavirus. 'completely' would be appropriate. The other options
510. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the give different meaning.
blank. Rarely :- seldom
Debjyoti's short animation film .......... Regularly :- in a regular manner.
highlights the stark contrast between the rich Frequently :- often.
and the poor in India. 515. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(a) poignantly (b) strictly blank.
(c) carelessly (d) sweetly These days you can transfer money ____ from
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I) one account to another.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) clearly (b) instantly
'poignantly' would be appropriate because according to (c) publicly (d) heavily
the sense of the sentence, it gives the suitable meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Correct sentence- Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
Debjyoti's short animation film poignantly highlights 'instantly' would be appropriate in the blank space.
the stark contrast between the rich and the poor in India The other options give different meaning.
Heavily :- with great force.
511. Today you may not .......... what you hear, but Publicly :- In a manner accessible to or observable by
that is the truth and you have to accept it. the public.
(a) answer (b) reply Clearly :- with doubt or question.
(c) enjoy (d) like 516. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) option.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, She made an ____ to break the record for long
'like' will be used because according to the sense of the jump.
sentence, it gives the proper meaning. (a) attack (b) intention
Correct sentence- (c) exercise (d) attempt
Today you may not like what you hear, but that is the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
truth and you have to accept it. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
512. Fill in the blank with most appropriate option. 'attempt' would be appropriate because according to the
The craze for taking selfies has only increased sense of the sentence, it gives suitable meaning.
our ____ with our own image. The meaning of other options is–
(a) expression (b) possession Exercise :- practice, example.
(c) obsession (d) impression Intention :- aim, mission.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I) Attack :- an offensive against an enemy.
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517. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the The other options give different meaning.
blank. Prescribed :- arbitrary.
As far as he is _____, he will love to attend the Remembered :- call back, recall.
party. Delighted :- a feeling of extreme pleasure.
(a) interested (b) concerned 522. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(c) confined (d) anxious blank.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I) We admit students with ––––––academic
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, backgrounds like life sciences, physical sciences
'concerned' will be used in the blank space. Because in and business and commerce.
the sentence, 'as far as he is concerned' is suitable for (a) simple (b) similar
this sentence. The other options give different meaning. (c) same (d) diverse
Interested :- Curious SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Confined :- bound, limit Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Anxious :- uneasy. 'Diverse' will be used because according to the sense of
the sentence, it gives suitable meaning.
518. Fill in the blank with appropriate word. The other options give different meaning.
This part of the sea ........ with sharks. Simple :- easy
(a) expands (b) crowds Similar :- alike
(c) suffices (d) teems Same :- equal
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I) Correct sentence-
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, We admit students with diverse academic backgrounds
'teems' will be used because it gives the sense of the like life sciences, physical sciences and business and
majority. commerce.
Correct sentence- 523. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
This part of the sea teems with sharks. blank.
519. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Please complete the short questionnaire –––––
blank. and return it to us.
It is ......... to see so many of our fellow Indian (a) excluded (b) attached
helps the migrants in their struggle to go home. (c) concluded (d) separated
(a) savouring (b) heartening SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(c) reuniting (d) relishing Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I) 'attached' will be used because according to the sense of
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, the sentence, it gives proper meaning.
'heartening' will be used because it gives the sense of The other options give different meaning.
the happy. Exclude :- debar, omit
Correct sentence- Conclude :- close
It is heartening to see so many of our fellow Indian Separate :- divide, part
helps the migrants in their struggle to go home. Correct sentence-
520. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Please complete the short questionnaire attached and
blank. return it to us.
Have you thought about the ............ of the 524. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
recent decision you took? blank.
(a) conclusions (b) complexes His –––––– of the topic was so good that
(c) consequences (d) concerns students had few doubts at the end of the class.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I) (a) exposition (b) picturisation
(c) exhibition (d) qualification
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence, SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
'consequences' would be appropriate in the blank space. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the sentence,
The other options give difference meaning. 'exposition' would be appropriate in the blank space.
Concern :- fear, worry. The other options give different meaning.
Complexes :- compound Picturisation :- the process of adapting a story or film as
Conclusion :- close, finale. a film.
Correct sentence- Qualification :- ability.
Have you thought about the consequences of the recent Exhibition :- exposition
decision you took? Correct sentence-
521. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the His exposition of the topic was so good that students
blank. had few doubts at the end of the class.
The headmaster .......... on the stage and gave a 525. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
short speech. blank.
(a) prescribed (b) appeared The government has hardened its –––––––
(c) delighted (d) remembered against the agitators and imposed a curfew in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I) the area.
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) bearing (b) manner
'appeared' will be used. Because according to the sense (c) orientation (d) stance
of the sentence, it gives suitable meaning. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the sentence, Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
'stance' (position) would be appropriate in the blank 'wait' will be used in the blank space. The other options
space. give different meaning.
The other options give different meaning. Waste :- consume, squander.
Bearing :- a person's manner or conduct. Waist :- shank.
Manner :- Style Weight :- burden, burthen.
Orientation :- preference. 530. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct sentence- blank.
The government has hardened its stance against the Keats and Shelley were poets of the same
agitators and imposed a curfew in the area. period; they were ______.
526. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) contemporaries (b) acquaintances
blank. (c) colleagues (d) associates
We are bewildered by the power which science SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I)
has suddenly placed in our laps, and we are –––
by the realisation of our unpreparedness to Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
deal with a crisis. 'contemporaries' will be used in the blank space. The
(a) condemned (b) demeaned other options give different meaning.
(c) humbled (d) proud Acquaintances :- familiarity.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) Colleagues :- co-workers, fellow.
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the sentence, Associate :- comrade.
'humbled' (gentle) will be used in the blank space. Correct sentence-
The other options give different meaning. Keats and Shelley were poets of the same period; they
Condemned :- objurgate, decry. were contemporaries.
Demeaned :- disgrace. 531. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Proud :- arrogant blank.
Correct sentence- Credit card –––––– has increased in recent
We are bewildered by the power which science has years.
suddenly placed in our laps, and we are humbled by the (a) fluke (b) freed
realisation of our unpreparedness to deal with a crisis. (c) fraud (d) flake
527. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
blank. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
A ––––––– souvenir will be released on the 'fraud' would be appropriate.
occasion of the World Meet. The other options give different meaning.
(a) voluminous (b) considerable Fluke :- good luck.
(c) generous (d) bountiful Freed :- unbound, independent.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) Flake :- peel, fleck
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, 532. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'voluminous' (huge) would be appropriate. blank.
The meaning of other options is– My neighbour was admitted to the hospital
Considerable :- appreciable. when he developed an allergic ______ to some
Generous :- Charitable. medicine he took.
Bountiful :- plentiful
(a) result (b) rejoinder
528. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) reaction (d) retort
blank. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
You need not –––––– so much fuss about
wearing a mask when you go out. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above sentence,
(a) generate (b) make 'reaction' will be used in the blank space.
(c) do (d) cause The other options give different meaning.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) Result :- consequence, event.
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Rejoinder :- counter
'make' will be used because 'need not' is used as a Retort :- comeback, a quick reply to a question or
modal and the first form of the verb (V1) is used after remark.
modal verb and 'make a fuss' is used as a phrase. Correct sentence-
Note :- (Need not do something) My neighbour was admitted to the hospital when he
Correct sentence- developed an allergic reaction to some medicine he
You need not make so much fuss about wearing a mask took.
when you go out. 533. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
529. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
blank. Social isolation, overcrowding, the –––––– of
Some people were tired of the long –––––– in our society and several factors are responsible
front of the mall and left without entering. for stress.
(a) waste (b) wait (a) attractiveness (b) cheapness
(c) waist (d) weight (c) affordability (d) competitiveness
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Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the sentence, (a) frequent (b) prevailing
'Competitiveness' will be used in the blank space. (c) popular (d) customary
The other options give different meaning. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Attractiveness :- attraction. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Cheapness :- cut rate 'popular' (famous) will be used in the blank space. The
Affordability :- the cost or price of something. other options give different meaning.
Correct sentence- Correct sentence- Bonsai gardening was first
Social isolation, overcrowding, the competitiveness of practiced in China but became popular because of the
our society and several factors are responsible for stress. Japanese.
534. Select the most appropriate option to till in the 538. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
Advertisers often use rhyme and ––––––––. ______ was present in the hall took part in the
(a) alteration (b) alliteration voting process.
(a) Whoever (b) Whichever
(c) denunciation (d) designation (c) Wherever (d) Whatever
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm-5 pm)
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Alliteration' will be used in the blank space. The other 'whoever' will be used in the blank space.
options give different meaning. The other options give different meaning.
Alteration :- change, modification. Correct sentence- Whoever was present in the hall
Denunciation :- denouncement. took part in the voting process.
Designation :- identification. 539. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Correct sentence- blank.
Advertisers often use rhyme and alliteration. During the night the express train picked up
535. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the ______.
blank. (a) speed (b) distance
Work and domestic –––––– made Kajal short (c) rate (d) quick
tempered. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(a) pressures (b) weights Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
(c) gravities (d) forces sentence, 'speed' will be used in the blank space.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) The other options give different meaning.
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence, Correct sentence- During the night the express picked
'Pressures' will be used in the blank space. up speed.
The other options give different meaning. 540. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Weight :- burden blank.
Gravities :- soberness The committee’s suggestion was not acceptable to
Force :- strength. everyone as it was ______.
Correct sentence- (a) considerate (b) controversial
Work and domestic pressures made Kajal short (c) concrete (d) convenient
tempered. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm-5 pm)
536. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
blank. 'controversial' will be used in the blank space. The
India is formally moving ahead to –––––– 21 other options give different meaning.
MIG-29 and 12 Sukhoi-30MKI fighters from Correct sentence- The committee's suggestion was not
acceptable to everyone as it was controversial.
Russia along with upgrades of their existing
fleets. 541. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) accomplish (b) achieve blank.
(c) advance (d) procure Generally people use ______ oils for their
cooking.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) (a) cleared (b) refined
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence, (c) improved (d) washed
'procure' will be used in the blank space. The other SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
options give different meaning. Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
Accomplish :- attain, carry out. sentence, 'Refined' would be appropriate. The other
Achieve :- gain with effort. options give different meaning.
Advance :- bring forward. Correct sentence- Generally people use refined oils
Correct Sentence - for their cooking.
India is formally moving ahead to procure 21 MIG-29 542. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
and 12 Sukhoi-30MKI fighters from Russia along with blank.
upgrades of their existing fleets. The nationalists followed a policy of non-
537. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the violence to make their ______ successful.
blank. (a) encounter (b) struggle
Bonsai gardening was first practiced in China (c) politics (d) speeches
but became _____ because of the Japanese. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
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Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 547. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'struggle' will be used. blank.
The other options give different meaning. We can meet tomorrow to ........ the chief
Encounter :- come together. guest's programme.
Politics :- social relations involving intrigue to gain (a) reveal (b) call
authority or power. (c) confirm (d) declare
Speeches :- oral communication. SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Correct sentence– The nationalists followed a policy Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above
of non-violence to make their struggle success. sentence, 'Confirm' will be used in the blank space.
543. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the The other options give different meaning.
blank. Correct sentence- We can meet tomorrow to confirm
Bengaluru is a beautiful city which ______ the the chief guest's programme.
modern with the traditional. 548. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) breaks (b) blends blank.
(c) grows (d) shares The library expects you to return each and
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) every book that you have ........
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above (a) borrowed (b) kept
(c) selected (d) lent
sentence, 'blends' will be used in the blank space. The SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
other options give different meaning. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
Breaks :- Separate, split. sentence, 'borrowed' will be used in the blank space.
Grows :- develop The other options give different meaning.
Shares :- percentage Correct sentence- The library expects you to return
544. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the each and every book that you have borrowed.
blank. 549. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
The pleasant ______ of the rain as it fell on the blank.
dust made me feel nostalgic. You must .......... your goals with all seriousness
(a) incense (b) balm if you want to succeed in your life.
(c) aroma (d) perfume (a) realize (b) pursue
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) chase (d) direct
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
sentence, 'Aroma' will be used in the blank space. The Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
other options give different meaning. 'pursue' would be appropriate in the blank space.
Correct Sentence – The pleasant aroma of the rain as The other options give different meaning.
it fell on the dust made me feel nostalgic. Correct sentence- You must pursue your goals with
545. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the all seriousness if you want to succeed in your life.
blank. 550. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Movie makers generally ______ historical facts blank.
to write their stories. These medicines will be ....... only if they are
(a) explain (b) correct taken regularly.
(c) account (d) adapt (a) useful (b) efficient
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) affective (d) effective
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
sentence, 'Adapt' will be used in the blank space. The Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
other options give different meaning. 'effective' will be used in the blank space.
Correct sentence- Movie makers generally adapt Correct sentence- These medicines will be effective
historical facts to write their stories. only if they are taken regularly.
546. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 551. In the following question, the sentence given
blank. with blank to be filled in with an appropriate
The truck was .......... the traffic and the word. Select the correct alternative out of the
policeman asked the driver to move off. four and indicate it by selecting the
(a) obstructing (b) hiding appropriate option.
(c) closing (d) holding Time perception raises a number of ______
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D–05/02/2019 (3:5pm) puzzles, including what it means to say we
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, perceive time.
'Obstructing' will be used in the blank space. Because (a) discriminating (b) intriguing
according to the sense of this sentence, it give suitable (c) boring (d) befooling
meaning. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
The other options are– Ans. (b) According to the sense of the above sentence,
Closing :- adjacent, oppressed. 'intriguing' will be used in the blank space. which is the
Hiding :- concealing. gerund form of adjective.
Holding :- belongings. Correct sentence-
Correct sentence- The truck was obstructing the Time perception raises a number of intriguing puzzles,
traffic and the policeman asked the driver to move off. including what it means to say we perceive time.

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552. In the following question, the sentence given 556. Select the alternative that is appropriate to fill
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate the blank.
word. Select the correct alternative out of the In case it rains, what______ arrangements have
four and indicate it by selecting the been made?
appropriate option. (a) alternate (b) substitute
The theoretical framework is finished by (c) alternative (d) optional
identifying indicators to be used in the ____ of SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
the success of such policies.
(a) evaluation (b) completion Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above
(c) formation (d) rotation sentence, 'Alternative' would be appropriate in the
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 blank space.
Ans. (a) According to the sense of the above sentence, The other options give different meaning.
'evaluation' will be used as a noun in the blank space. Correct sentence-
Correct sentence- In case it rains, what alternative arrangements have
The theoretical framework is finished by identifying been made.
indicators to be used in the evaluation of the success of 557. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
such policies.
blank
553. In the following question, the sentence given The doctors hope that the soldier’s wounds will
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate soon____.
word. Select the correct alternative out of the (a) recover (b) mend
four and indicate it by selecting the
(c) restore (d) heal
appropriate option.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II)
Many national surveys _____ that malnutrition
is common in developed countries. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
(a) wheal (b) reveal sentence, 'Heal' would be appropriate in the blank
(c) sheal (d) vineal space.
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 The other options give different meaning.
Ans. (b) According to the sense of the above sentence, Correct sentence–
'reveal' would be appropriate in the blank space. The The doctors hope that the soldier's wounds will soon
other options give different meaning. heal.
Correct sentence-
Many national surveys reveal that malnutrition is 558. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
common in developed countries. blank.
554. In the following question, the sentence given The family made _____ enquiries about his
background.
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate
word. Select the correct alternative out of the (a) disputed (b) disastrous
four and indicate it by selecting the (c) discreet (d) discarded
appropriate option. SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II)
Operant conditioning can be described as a Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above
learning _____ that is used to modify or change sentence, 'Discreet' would be appropriate in the blank
a person's behavior through experiences and space.
consequences. The other options give different meaning.
(a) method (b) object Correct sentence:-
(c) goal (d) suspect The family made discreet enquiries about his
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background.
Ans. (a) According to the sense of the above sentence,
'method' would be appropriate. The other options give 559. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
different meaning. word.
Correct sentence- ______ you deserve credit for the success of the
Operant conditioning can be described as a learning show.
method that is used to modify or change a person's (a) no less (b) such that
behavior through experiences and consequences. (c) only if (d) none but
555. Select the alternative that is appropriate to fill SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
the blank. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
The baby bird was _____ by its mother. sentence, 'none but' would be appropriate in the blank
(a) dissipated (b) discarded
(c) abandoned (d) sidelined space.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I) The meaning of other options is–
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above No less :- used to suggest often ironically that
sentence, 'abandoned' would be appropriate in the something is surprising or impressive.
blank space. Such that :- to the extend that.
The other options give different meaning. Only if :- never except when.
Correct sentence- Correct sentence- none but you deserve credit for the
The baby bird was abandoned by its mother. success of the show.
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560. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate (a) anaesthesia (b) acacia
word. (c) ambrosia (d) amnesia
______ of living life on his own terms, he made SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II)
few compromises. Ans : (d) In the blank space of the above sentence,
(a) Desire (b) Desirous 'amnesia' would be appropriate, which means 'memory
(c) Desired (d) Desiring less'.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) The meaning of other options is –
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above Anaesthesia :-loss of bodily sensation with.
sentence, 'Desire' would be appropriate in the blank Ambrosia :- nectar
space. Acacia :- any of various spiny tress.
The other options give different meaning. Correct sentence- The old man has lost his memory.
Desirous :- having or expressing desire for something. He is suffering from amnesia.
(wishful) 565. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
Desired :- wanted word.
Desiring :- feel or have a desire. The_____ appears to be rather rough today for
Correct sentence- Desire of living life on his own the ships to sail.
terms, he made few compromises. (a) environment (b) climate
561. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) atmosphere (d) weather
blank. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
They postponed ––––––– on vacation due to Ans : (d) In the blank space of the above sentence,
adverse weather conditions. 'weather' would be appropriate.
(a) going (b) for going The meaning of other options is–
(c) to go (d) to be gone Environment :- surround.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) Climate :- mood
Ans : (a) In the blank space of the above sentence, Atmosphere :- atmospheric state.
'going' will be used. Because 'postpone' is a transitive Correct sentence- The weather appears to be rather
rough today for the ships to sail.
verb so here 'object' will be used, the gerund form of
verb is worked as a noun. It is used as subject and 566. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate
object. word.
Correct sentence- They postponed going on vacation The archaeologist made a _____discovery.
due to adverse weather conditions. (a) senile (b) sensational
(c) sensible (d) sensitive
562. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
word.
Ans : (b) In the blank space of the above sentence,
The child made ____as he was getting late for
'sensational' would be appropriate.
school.
The meaning of other options –
(a) hurry (b) rapidity
Senile :- mentally or physical infirm with age.
(c) haste (d) swiftness Sensible :- conscious
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) Sensitive :- delicate, responsive.
Ans. : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence, Correct sentence- The archaeologist made a
'haste' would be appropriate because 'made haste' is sensational discovery.
used as a idiom/phrase. Which means – hurry. 567. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Correct sentence- The child made haste as he was blank.
getting late for school. Adali Khal is such a ____ village in Garhwal
563. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate that hardly any tourist can reach there.
word. (a) lonesome (b) dreaming
She kept her clothes neatly arranged in (c) remote (d) lost
the____ SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) godown (b) larder Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence,
(c) wardrobe (d) warehouse 'remote' will be used as an adjective.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II) The meaning of other options is –
Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence, Lonesome :- lonely.
'wardrobe' would be appropriate. Lost :- deep in thought.
The meaning of other options is– Dream :- daydream.
Go-down :- a warehouse. Correct sentence- Adali Khal is such a remote village
Larder :- still room in Garhwal that hardly any tourist can reach there.
Warehouse :- a storehouse for goods and merchandise. 568. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Correct sentence- She kept her clothes neatly arranged blank.
in the wardrobe. She was ____ to have worked with some
564. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate renowned scientists of the world.
word. (a) favourable (b) affluent
The old man has lost his memory. He is (c) charmed (d) fortunate
suffering from_____ SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans : (d) In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
'fortunate' will be used. sentence, 'Gesture' would be appropriate in the blank
The meaning of other options is – space.
Favourable :- plausive, prosperous. The other options give different meaning.
Affluent :- wealthy. Wave :- a movement up and down.
Charm :- enchant, fascinate. Salute :- honor with a military ceremony.
Correct sentence- She was fortunate to have worked Token :- symbol.
with some renowned scientists of the world. Correct sentence- The prisoner held up his fist in a
569. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the defiant gesture as he was led out of the courtroom.
blank. 573. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
He once had a very frightening ––––– with a blank.
wild bull. People's will and determination can help them
(a) appointment (b) encounter –––– most of the challenges of life.
(c) enterprise (d) commitment (a) overvalue (b) overdo
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) (c) overview (d) overcome
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
'Encounter' will be used. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
The meaning of other options is– sentence, 'overcome' (win) would be appropriate.
Appointment :- designation. The meaning of other options is –
Enterprise :- endeavour. Overvalue :- assign too high a value to.
Commitment :- loyalty, dedication. Overdo :- exaggerate.
Correct sentence- He once had a very frightening Overview :- a general summary of subject.
encounter with a wild bull. Correct sentence- People's will and determination can
570. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the help them overcome most of the challenges of life.
blank. 574. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
During the elections political parties try to –––– blank.
––––– their rivals in order to gain advantage. In spite of being born in an –––––– family, he
(a) laud (b) covet chose to fight all odds and emerged as a notable
(c) commend (d) vilify statesman.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) (a) impeccable (b) immaculate
Ans. (d) : Here, in the blank space 'Vilify' will be used (c) intelligent (d) impoverished
in the above sentence. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
The meaning of other options is – Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
Laud :- praise, glorify or honor. sentence, 'impoverished' (poor) gives the suitable
Covet :- wish, long or crave for. meaning. The other options give different meaning.
Commend :- express a good opinion of. Impeccable :- faultless
Correct sentence- During the elections political Immaculate :- spotless
parties try to vilify their rivals in order to gain Intelligent :- smart, agile.
advantage. Correct sentence- In spite of being born in an
571. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the impoverished family, he chose to fight all odds and
blank. emerged as a notable statesman.
In view of his transfer to a far off place, he had 575. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
to ––––––– his promotion. blank.
(a) resign (b) claim There were not enough tinsmiths in Vienna to
(c) assert (d) forgo _______the lanterns for street lighting.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) (a) accomplish (b) compose
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above (c) execute (d) manufacture
sentence, 'forgo' give the suitable meaning in the blank SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
space. Ans : (d) In the blank space of the given sentence,
The other options give different meaning. manufacture' will be used because it gives appropriate
Resign :- give up, vacate meaning.
Claim :- demand, involve The other options do not give the suitable meaning.
Assert :- affirm strongly. The meaning of other options is–
Correct sentence- In view of his transfer to a far off Accomplish :- carry out
place, he had to forgo his promotion. Compose :- compile, frame
572. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Execute :- put in effect.
blank. Correct sentence- There were not enough tinsmiths in
The prisoner held up his fist in a defiant ––––– Vienna to manufacture the lanterns for street lighting.
as he was led out of the courtroom. 576. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(a) wave (b) gesture blank.
(c) salute (d) token Municipal corporations have started to take
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) _____ of the problems of waste management.
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(a) perception (b) cognizance 580. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(c) knowledge (d) attention blank.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) We have little choice early in life, but as we
Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence, grow older choices______
'Cognizance' would be appropriate in the blank space. (a) aggravate (b) adrift
The meaning of other options is – (c) abound (d) afloat
Perception :- insight, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Knowledge :- deep understanding. Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence,
Attention :- care 'abound' will be used.
Correct sentence- Municipal corporations have started The meaning of other options is –
to take cognizance of the problems of waste Aggravate :- make worse, exasperate.
management. Adrift :- purposeless, aimless
577. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Afloat :- flooded.
blank. Correct sentence- We have little choice early in life,
Financial institutions that had their premises in but as we grow older choices abound.
the World Trade Centre were crippled by the 581 Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
loss of ____ and hardware. blank.
(a) person (b) personnel Even though we found ourselves in a ________
(c) individual (d) group situation during our climb, we decided not to
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) give up the expedition.
Ans : (b) In the blank space of the above sentence; (a) precarious (b) pleasant
'personnel' (working) would be appropriate. Meaning of (c) permissive (d) plausible
other options is- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Person- human, Individual, discrete Group- categpry, Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
class, sentence, 'precarious' will be used in the blank space.
Correct sentence- Financial institutions that had their The meaning of other options is –
premises in the World Trade Centre were crippled by Pleasant :- good natured, nice
the loss of personnel and hardware. Permissive :- lenient
Plausible :- credible
578. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- Even though we found ourselves in
blank. a precarious situation during our climb, we decided not
The thick smoke ____out of the landfill site is to give up the expedition.
making the city's polluted air even more toxic.
(a) tossing (b) rocking 582. Select the most appropriate option for blank.
When I first met my neighbours I took an
(c) billowing (d) burning
_______ liking to them.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) (a) instant (b) instantly
Ans : (c) In the blank space of the above sentence, (c) instance (d) instaneously
'billowing' will be used. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
The other options give different meaning. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
Tossing :- throw carelessly. sentence, 'instant' will be used in the blank space.
Rocking :- shake, sway. The meaning of other options is–
Burning :- execution by fire. Instantly :- without delay.
Correct sentence- The thick smoke billowing out of the Instance :- example
landfill site is making the city's polluted air even more Correct sentence- When I first met my neighbours I
toxic. took an instant liking to them.
579. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the 583. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
I had a stroke at an early age, but what I Astronomy enthusiasts and sky gazers will be
thought was a great ____at that time changed able to watch six eclipses in 2020, but only
my life for the better. three of them are expected to be _____ in India.
(a) injustice (b) indent (a) revealed (b) evident
(c) indication (d) incentive (c) exposed (d) visible
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans : (a) According to the sense of the above sentence, Ans. (d) In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Injustice' would be appropriate in the blank space. 'visible' will be used in the blank space.
The meaning of other options is – The meaning of other options is–
Indent :- to notch or give serrated edge to. Revealed :- uncovered, unveil.
Indication :- the act of indicating. Exposed :- exhibit
Incentive :- bonus. Evident :- manifest, plain.
Correct sentence- I had a stroke at an early age, but Correct sentence- Astronomy enthusiasts and sky
what I thought was a great injustice at that time changed gazers will be able to watch six eclipses in 2020, but
my life for the better. only three of them are expected to be visible in India.
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584. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the 588. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank. blank.
Parents who are very ______ later repent Ritu is an ____reader, I always find her with a
giving their children too much freedom.
(a) strict (b) different book.
(c) overbearing (d) permissive (a) irritated (b) avid
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) erratic (d) inattentive
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
'permissive' would be appropriate. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
The other options give different meaning. 'avid' will be used because according to the sense of
Strict :- rigorous, rigid the sentence, it gives the suitable meaning.
Different :- dissimilar, unlike.
Overbearing :- naughty, disdainful. The meaning of the other options is –
Correct sentence- Parents who are very permissive Irritated :- annoyed
later repent giving their children too much freedom. Erratic :- fickle, changeable
585. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Inattentive :- absentminded, oblivious
blank. Correct sentence- Ritu is an avid reader, I always find
I had a stroke at an early age, but what I her with a book.
thought was a great ______ at that time 589. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
changed my life for the better. blank.
(a) lowliness (b) significance The police used tear gas to____ the crowd.
(c) setback (d) moodiness (a) attack (b) disperse
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II) (c) disburse (d) collect
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
sentence, 'setback' will be used in the blank space.
The meaning of other options is– Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
Lowliness :- humbleness sentence, 'disperse' would be appropriate in the blank
Significance :- import. space.
Moodiness :- a sullen gloomy feeling. The meaning of other options is–
Correct sentence- I had a stroke at an early age, but Attack :- assail
what I thought was a great setback at that time changed Disburse :- pay out
my life for the better. Collect :- gather
586. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- The police used tear gas to disperse
blank. the crowd.
There was a range of ______ that kept tourists 590. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
engaged during the International Film Festival blank.
in Goa. The wall fell down with a big____
(a) moments (b) conversions (a) bang (b) murmur
(c) employments (d) activities (c) hiss (d) screech
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, 'activities' would be Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
appropriate in the blank space. 'big bang' would be appropriate.
The meaning of other options is– The meaning of other options is –
Moments :- an indefinitely short time. Murmur :- grumble, mutter.
Conversions :- change over transition. Hiss :- siss
Employments :- employ, work. Screech :- scream.
Correct sentence- There was a range of activities that Correct sentence- The wall fell down with a big bang.
kept tourists engaged during the International Film
Festival in Goa. 591. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
587. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
blank. Although they searched for an hour, they were
You've cleared the ______ examination, not able to find the____easliy.
haven't you? (a) location (b) whereabouts
(a) frequent (b) ability (c) space (d) meeting
(c) conclusion (d) entrance SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
sentence, 'entrance' would be appropriate in the blank 'location' will be used.
space. The meaning of other options is –
The meaning of other options is – Whereabouts :- the general location where something
Frequent :- regular is.
Ability :- power Space :- outer space.
Conclusion :- decision, verdict. Meeting :- get together.
Correct sentence- You've cleared the entrance Correct sentence- Although they searched for an
examination, haven't you? hour, they were not able to find the location easliy.
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592. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 596. Select the most appropriate work to fill in the
blank. blank.
The minister said, "Anyone using drones will There was a huge _________ in the stomach.
have to register them on an____portal." (a) tumour (b) tuber
(a) airport (b) airline (c) tremor (d) treasure
(c) aeroplane (d) aviation SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'tumour' will be used because 'tumour' is used for
'Aviation' would be appropriate. stomach.
The other options give different meaning. The meaning of other options is –
Correct sentence- The minister said, "Anyone using Tremor :- quake
drones will have to register them on an aviation Treasure :- value, prize.
portal." Correct sentence- There was a huge tumour in the
593. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the stomach.
blank. 597. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
The strong Indian batting line-up will _____a blank.
big worry for the visiting cricket team. The _______ part of the issue is that the
(a) put (b) place investigation officer himself turned out to be
(c) pick (d) pose the culprit.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) (a) major (b) real
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (c) funniest (d) primary
'Pose (lay)' would be appropriate. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I)
The meaning of other options is – Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Put :- set up 'funniest' will be used because article 'the' is used
Place :- blank space before superlative degree.
Pick :- choice, selection The meaning of other options is –
Correct sentence – The strong Indian batting line-up Major :- greater in scope or effect.
will pose a big worry for the visiting cricket team. Real :- generous
594. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Primary :- first, original.
blank in the given sentence. Correct sentence- The funniest part of the issue is that
This winter ______ weather conditions have led the investigation officer himself turned out to be the
people to remain indoors. culprit.
(a) averse (b) inverse 598. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(c) traverse (d) adverse blank.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I) Success is the ________ of taking risks,
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, everybody knows.
'Adverse' (contrary) would be appropriate because in (a) by-product (b) burden
the blank space, the meaning of 'adverse weather' is (c) tension (d) pressure
appearing. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
The other options give different meaning. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
Averse :- antipathetic sentence, 'by-product' will be used in the blank space.
Inverse :- backward The meaning of other options is–
Traverse :- span. Burden :- load, weight.
Correct sentence- This winter adverse weather Tension :- stress
conditions have led people to remain indoors. Pressure :- force
595. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- Success is the by-product of taking
blank in the given sentence. risks, everybody knows.
Some people think that the credit card culture 599. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
encourages people to shop compulsively and blank.
merely ______ debts. People readily accept any _______ of their
(a) simulate (b) formulate leaders if supported by the media.
(c) stimulate (d) accumulate (a) dispute (b) compromise
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I) (c) argument (d) concession
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
'Accumulate' (collect) would be appropriate. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
The meaning of other options is – 'Argument' would be appropriate.
Simulate :- assume. The meaning of other options is –
Formulate :- develop Dispute :- conflict
Stimulate :- excited. Compromise :- accommodation,
Correct sentence- Some people think that the credit Concession :- allowance
card culture encourages people to shop compulsively Correct sentence- People readily accepts any
and merely accumulate debts. argument of their leaders if supported by the media.
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600. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
blank. sentence, 'fracture' will be used in the blank space.
Earthquake inspection _______ that the two The meaning of other options is –
ancient buildings that remained intact after the
Contamination :- pollute.
Hiroshima bombing in Tokyo would not
withstand a strong tremor. Infection :- contagion, transmission.
(a) resumed (b) retracted Wound :- injury.
(c) redirected (d) revealed Correct sentence- I had a broken bone in the hand
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) which the doctor called a fracture and suggested
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above immediate surgery.
sentence, 'revealed' will be used in the blank space. 604. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
The meaning of other options is – blank.
Resumed :- restart Janki burnt her boats with her previous
Retracted :- backward supervisor by ___him in public.
Redirected :- to change the course or direction of.
(a) flaunting (b) criticizing
Correct Sentence-
Earthquake inspection revealed that the two ancient (c) applauding (d) appreciating
buildings that remained intact after the Hiroshima SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I)
bombing in Tokyo would not withstand a strong Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
tremor. sentence, 'criticizing' would be appropriate in the blank
601. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the space.
blank. The meaning of other options is –
The reporter asked the politician, "As a woman Flaunting :- display proudly.
leader, what are some of the major _________ Applaud :- express approval of.
that you face?" Appreciate :- apprise, revalue.
(a) crunches (b) contests
(c) crashes (d) challenges Correct sentence- Janki burnt her boats with her
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) previous supervisor by criticizing him in public.
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above 605. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
sentence, 'challenges' will be used in the blank space. blank.
While the meaning of other options is– The sales team ___the engineers for the
Crunches :- reduce to small pieces, chew noisily. organization's failure to bag the mega deal.
Contests :- a struggle between rivals. (a) liked (b) blamed
Crashes :- break up, undergo damage. (c) appreciated (d) praised
Correct Sentence- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I)
The reporter asked the politician, "As a woman leader,
what are some of the major challenges that you face?" Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
sentence, 'blamed' would be appropriate in the blank
602. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank. space.
She has shown a great interest towards space The meaning of other options is –
science, since her early children and a passion Liked :- likable (found pleasant or attractive)
to ______ the outer space. Appreciated :- prized, be grateful for.
(a) elicit (b) entertain Praised :- evaluate, extolment loud.
(c) explore (d) enlighten Correct sentence- The sales team blamed the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) engineers for the organization's failure to bag the mega
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above deal.
sentence, 'explore' (search) will be used in the blank
606. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
space.
The meaning of other options is – blank.
Elicit :- extract, draw at. The politician was responsible for ____violence
Entertain :- toy with, amuse. in the university.
Enlighten :- give spiritual insight to. (a) inciting (b) winning
Correct sentence- She has shown a great interest (c) losing (d) preparing
towards space science, since her early children and a SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
passion to explore the outer space. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
603. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the sentence, 'inciting' would be appropriate in the blank
blank. space.
I had a broken bone in the hand which the The other options give different meaning.
doctor called a _______ and suggested Winning :- victorious, successful.
immediate surgery. Losing :- fail to keep or to maintain.
(a) contamination (b) infection Preparing :- ready.
(c) wound (d) fracture Correct sentence- The politician was responsible for
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) inciting violence in the university.
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607. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the The meaning of other options is–
blank. Resolution :- a decision to do something.
In our metro cities the contrast between the Award :- prize.
high rise buildings with the slums behind Reward :- honour, laurels.
is_____. Correct sentence- In recognition of the great work he
(a) comforting (b) interesting is doing for economically weaker children, he has been
(c) laudable (d) appalling given a special award.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) 611. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above blank.
sentence, 'appalling' (dismaying) would be appropriate. We found it _____ to climb further due to bad
The meaning of other options is– weather and decided to give up the expedition.
Comforting :- satisfying. (a) boring (b) pleasant
Interesting :- exciting, entertaining. (c) impossible (d) exciting
Laudable :- commendable, praiseworthy. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Correct sentence- In our metro cities the contrast Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
between the high rise buildings with the slums behind 'impossible' would be appropriate. Because according
is appalling. to the sense of this sentence, it gives the suitable
608. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the meaning.
blank. The meaning of other options is–
Shivangini, the 12 year old archer who ___an Boring :- tedious.
injury has been successfully operated by a team Pleasant :- good-natured.
of doctors at A.I.I.M.S. Exciting :- provocative.
(a) pertained (b) maintained Correct sentence- We found it impossible to climb
(c) ordained (d) sustained further due to bad weather and decided to give up the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) expedition.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 612. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
'Sustained' (keep up) would be appropriate. Because blank in the given sentence.
according to the sense of this sentence, it gives the The teacher ______ the student for cheating.
suitable meaning. (a) rebuked (b) refused
Pertained :- be relevant to (c) praised (d) invoked
Maintain :- observe SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ordained :- consecrate, dedicated. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
Correct sentence- Shivangini, the 12 year old archer sentence, ' rebuked' will be used in the blank space.
who sustained an injury has been successfully operated The meaning of other options is–
by a team of doctors at A.I.I.M.S. Refused :- decline, reject.
609. Select the most appropriate word (s) to fill in Praised :- admiration, compliment.
the blank: Invoke :- call, Invocation.
My family is my priority but there were times Correct sentence- The teacher rebuked the student for
when I had to___ because of work pressures. cheating.
(a) pull away (b) look into 613. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(c) put off (d) sit in blank in the given sentence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) Those earning less than Rs. 10000 are ______
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, from paying income tax.
'Pull away' (back away) will be used. According to the (a) collected (b) exempted
sense of this sentence, it gives the proper meaning. (c) accepted (d) adjusted
Look into :- check, investigate SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Put off :- postpone. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Sit in :- attend as a visitor 'exempted' (immune) will be used.
Correct sentence- My family is my priority but there The meaning of other options is–
were times when I had to pull away because of work Collected :- accumulate, compile.
pressures. Accepted :- admitted.
610. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Adjust :- correct, set.
blanks Correct sentence- Those earning less than Rs. 10,000
In ______ of the great work he is doing for are exempted from paying income tax.
economically weaker children, he has been 614. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
given a special award. blank in the given sentence.
(a) resolution (b) award The flyover was closed in October last year for
(c) reward (d) recognition repairs but its reopening has been –––– as it
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I) will be ready only in March this year.
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above (a) delayed (b) built
sentence, 'recognition' (identification) will be used in (c) broken (d) repaired
the blank space. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)

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Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the given sentence, 618. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'Delayed' would be appropriate. blank in the given sentence.
The other options give different meaning. The performances of the notable dancers and
Built :- improved. guest artists _____the audience.
Broken :- damaged, injured.
Repaired :- mend, rectify. (a) absorbed (b) enthralled
Correct Sentence – The flyover was closed in October (c) immersed (d) occupied
last year for repairs but its reopening has been delayed SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
as it will be ready only in March this year. Ans. (b) In the blank space of the above sentence,
615. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the 'enthralled' will be used in the blank space.
blank in the given sentence. The other options–
Today's –––– are only interested in watching Absorbed :- engrossed.
movies with the stories they can relate to the
cinema. Immersed :- plunge
(a) audiences (b) accountants Occupied :- busy, engaged.
(c) politics (d) personalities Correct Sentence- The performances of the notable
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) dancers and guest artists enthralled the audience.
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above 619. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
sentence, 'Audience' will be used in the blank space. blank in the given sentence.
The meaning of other options is–
Accountants :- someone who maintains and audits A____ of small stones is called a mosaic.
business accounts. (a) structure (b) pattern
Politics :- refers to the government of a city state, or (c) design (d) mound
country. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Personalities :- celebrity, famous person. Ans. (b) In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct sentence- Today's audiences are only 'pattern' would be appropriate.
interested in watching movies with the stories they can
relate to the cinema. The other options give different meaning.
616. Select the most appropriate words to fill in the Structure :- construction.
blank in the given sentence. Design :- plan, pattern.
I dislike people with –––– who say something Mound :- hill, neap.
and do something else. Correct sentence- 'A pattern of small stones is called a
(a) double standards mosaic.'
(b) many roles 620. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) multiple relations
(d) strange achievements blank in the given sentence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II) Students who are capable of understanding and
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, managing their 'emotional intelligence' do
'double standards' would be appropriate. better at school in ____ to their peers who lack
The other options give different meaning. the ability.
Many roles :- many functions (a) difference (b) similarity
Multiple relations :- many relation (c) resemblance (d) comparison
Strange achievement :- unique benefit.
Correct sentence- I dislike people with double SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III)
standards who say something and do something else. Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
617. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 'comparison' would be appropriate.
blank in the given sentence. The meaning of other options is–
Over 7,50,000 people from 192 countries have Difference :- conflict.
pledged to go vegan for a month which they say Similarity :- alikeness.
would reduce carbon ________ by 450000 tons. Resemblance :- parallel.
(a) exclusion (b) inclusion
(c) omission (d) emission Correct sentence- Students who are capable of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) understanding and managing their 'emotional
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above intelligence' do better at school in comparison to their
sentence, 'emission' would be appropriate in the blank peers who lack the ability.
space. 621. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
The other options give different meaning. blank:
Exclusion :- banishment, debarment. As part of the ________ Classical Indian Music
Inclusion :- the stare of being included.
Omission :- neglect. Festival leading vocalists and instrumentalist
Correct sentence- Over 7,50,000 people from 192 are taking the stage this evening.
countries have pledged to go vegan for a month which (a) postponed (b) foregone
they say would reduce carbon emission by 450000 (c) on set (d) on going
tons. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
sentence, 'on going' would be appropriate in the blank 'restored' will be used because it gives appropriate
space. meaning.
The other options give different meaning. The other options give different meaning.
Postpone :- stop, defer. Rebuilt :- reconstruct.
Foregone :- forsake, departed. Repaired :- amend, rectify.
On set :- begin. Recovered :- convalesce, get back.
Correct sentence- As part of the on going Classical Correct sentence- Order was quickly restored in the
Indian Music Festival leading vocalists and area after the scuffle between the two groups.
instrumentalist are taking the stage this evening.
626. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
622. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the given sentence.
blank. When he came back home safe that night,
The Yoga instructor was _______at the everybody ____ a sigh of relief.
student's flexibility. (a) Inhaled (b) exhaled
(a) ridiculed (b) amazed
(c) disturbed (d) angry (c) heaved (d) raised
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Amazed' will be used. which give complete sense. 'heaved' will be used because 'heaved a sigh of relief' is
Ridicule :- jest, laugh at. a phrase which means– to feel very suddenly because
Disturbed :- disarranged, upset. something has not happened or has ended.
Angry :- wrathful, furious. The meaning of other options is –
Correct sentence- The Yoga instructor was amazed at Inhaled :- breathe in.
the student's flexibility. Exhaled :- breathe out.
623. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Raised :- appraised, lifted.
blank. Correct sentence- When he came back home safe that
The government enterprises were privatized as night, everybody heaved a sign of relief.
they were ______ heavy losses on a daily basis. 627. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(a) containing (b) earning blank in the given sentence.
(c) incurring (d) demanding Our professor speaks English with a _____
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III) Oriya accent.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, ' (a) widespread (b) vague
incurring will be used. because it gives appropriate (c) pronounced (d) remarkable
meaning according to sense of the sentence. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
The meaning of other options is– Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Contain :- bear, hold. 'pronounced' would be appropriate, according to the
Earning :- pay. sense of sentence.
Demanding :- needy, stern. The meaning of other options is–
Correct sentence- The government enterprises were Widespread :- diffused, prevalent.
privatized as they were incurring heavy losses on a Vague :- obscure.
daily basis. Remarkable :- noteworthy, important.
624. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- Our professor speaks English with
blank in the given sentence. a pronounced Oriya accent.
He –––– his studies even after leaving college
and finally got a Ph.D. degree. 628. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) sought (b) persisted blank in the given sentence.
(c) pursued (d) carried A literature festival on the beach: With waves
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I) crashing on the beach, the Kerala Literature
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Festival got _____ in Kozhikode with a range of
'pursued' would be appropriate. panel discussions in English and Malayalam.
The meaning of other options is– (a) apart (b) wayward
Sought :- being searched for. (c) underway (d) away
Persisted :- continue to exist. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Carrier :- transport, conveyer. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above
Correct sentence- He pursued his studies even after sentence, 'underway' will be used in the blank space.
leaving college and finally got a Ph.D. degree. The other options–
625. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Apart :- separated, aloof.
blank in the given sentence. Wayward :- erratic, temperamental.
Order was quickly ––––– in the area after the Away :- outside.
scuffle between the two groups. Correct sentence- A literature festival on the beach:
(a) recovered (b) rebuilt With waves crashing on the beach, the Kerala
(c) repaired (d) restored Literature Festival got underway in Kozhikode with a
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I) range of panel discussions in English and Malayalam.
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629. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
blank in the given sentence. 'Attention' will be used. because it gives appropriate
We must not take the future for granted; meaning.
rather, we should enjoy the _____ joys of our The meaning of other options is–
humdrum lives. Compromise :- settle by concession.
(a) future (b) average Suspicion :- distrust.
(c) everyday (d) habitual Reflection :- transformation.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II) Correct sentence- Children need special care and
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above attention from the side of their parents for making
sentence, 'everyday' would be appropriate, in the blank them emotionally strong.
space. 633. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
'Everyday' is an adjective which is used to describe blank.
something. Unnecessary suspicion and lack of trust against
the others are caused by ____.
The meaning of other options is–
(a) impartiality (b) contentment
Future :- the time yet to come. (c) prejudice (d) empathy
Average :- medium SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II)
Habitual :- normal, natural
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct sentence- We must not take the future for 'Prejudice' will be used. because it gives appropriate
granted; rather, we should enjoy the everyday joys of meaning.
our humdrum lives. The meaning of other options is–
630. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Contentment :- happiness with one's situation in life.
blank. Impartiality :- an inclination to weigh both views.
The important ____ is where to arrange the Empathy :- understanding and entering into another's
funds from. feeling.
(a) solution (b) issue Correct sentence- Unnecessary suspicion and lack of
(c) view (d) result trust against the others are caused by prejudice.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) 634. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, blank.
'Issue' will be used. because it gives appropriate I found the scene of some people making fun of
meaning. a beggar quite ____.
The meaning of other options is– (a) repulsive (b) destructive
Solution :- a method for solving a problem (c) sociable (d) admirable
View :- aspect, prospect. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Result :- consequence. Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct sentence– 'Repulsive' gives the suitable meaning.
The meaning of other options is–
The important issue is where to arrange the funds Destructive :- ruinous, blasting.
from. Sociable :- friendly.
631. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Admirable :- pleasing.
blank. Correct sentence- I found the scene of some people
Several villages in Kashmir have been _____ making fun of a beggar quite repulsive.
due to heavy snowfall. 635. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(a) confined (b) isolated blank.
(c) engaged (d) divided The scientist, who is known for his ____ ideas
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) on space travel, is much admired.
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) anarchist (b) revolutionary
'Isolated' will be used. because it gives appropriate (c) ridiculous (d) malicious
meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
The meaning of other options is– Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Confined :- close, imprisoned. 'Revolutionary' would be appropriate. Because
Engaged :- occupied. according to the sense of this sentence, it gives suitable
Divided :- separate. meaning.
Correct sentence- Several villages in Kashmir have Anarchist :- A person who rebels against any authority.
been isolated due to heavy snowfall. Ridiculous :- absurd, ludicrous.
Malicious :- despiteful, spiteful.
632. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- The scientist, who is known for his
blank. revolutionary ideas on space travel, is much admired.
Children need special care and ____ from the 636. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
side of their parents for making them blank.
emotionally strong. According to experts, some sectors remain
(a) compromise (b) suspicion _____ during these difficult times, including
(c) attention (d) reflection banking and financial services, FMCG, food
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) and technology.
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(a) repugnant (b) resilient 640. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(c) redundant (d) repentant blank.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) For thousands of years, humans have been
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above ________ the earth, making scars upon the
sentence, 'Resilient' will be used in the blank space. land.
The meaning of other options is– (a) redecorating (b) remaking
Repugnant :- detestable. (c) damaging (d) distracting
Redundant :- excess, surplus. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Repentant :- penitent, regretful.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Correct sentence- According to experts, some sectors
remain resilient during these difficult times, including 'damaging' will be used.
banking and financial services, FMCG, food and The meaning of other options is–
technology. Redecorating :- redo the decoration of an apartment or
637. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the house.
blank. Remaking :- creation that is created again or a new.
Around one hundred _____ across the world Distracting :- disorder, disquiet.
participated in the conference. Correct sentence- For thousands of years, humans
(a) delegates (b) talents have been damaging the earth, making scars upon the
(c) clever (d) intelligent land.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) 641. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above blank in the given sentence.
sentence, 'delegates' will be used in the blank space Padamse worked like a mathematician and was
because it gives the suitable meaning. a true _______ who experimented with
The meaning of other options is- numerous mediums.
Talents :- natural abilities or qualities (a) literary (b) visionary
Clever :- cunning. (c) adversary (d) voluntary
Intelligent :- agile, nimble. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Correct sentence- Around one hundred delegates
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
across the world participated in the conference.
sentence, 'Visionary' will be used in the blank space.
638. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the The meaning of other options is–
blank in the given sentence.
Literary :- knowledge about literature.
Timers at traffic signals, that help motorists
save fuel by switching off their engines while Adversary :- opponent, apposer.
waiting, will soon be phased out due to Voluntary :- unpaid, volunteer.
technical ________. Correct sentence- Padamse worked like a
(a) glitches (b) illuminations mathematician and was a true visionary who
(c) streamers (d) symbols experimented with numerous mediums.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) 642. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above blank in the given sentence.
sentence, 'glitches' would be appropriate. in the blank If the video clip of the murder had not been
space. shared on social media, the world would likely
The meaning of other options is– have remained _______ of the tragedy.
Illuminations :- light. (a) unconfirmed (b) renowned
Streamer :- a long flag, ray of light, mark, a sign. (c) unaware (d) recognised
Symbol :- mark, a sign. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Correct sentence- Timers at traffic signals, that help Ans. (c) According to the sense of the above sentence,
motorists save fuel by switching off their engines while
waiting, will soon be phased out due to technical 'unaware' will be used in the blank space.
glitches. The other options give different meaning–
Unconfirmed :- temporary, transitory.
639. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank in the given sentence. Renowned :- famous, notable
A ________ of small stones is called a mosaic. Recognised :- established, acknowledge.
(a) Mound (b) Structure Correct sentence- If the video clip of the murder had
(c) Design (d) Pattern not been shared on social media, the world would
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) likely have remained unaware of the tragedy.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 643. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'Pattern' would be appropriate, according to the sense blank.
of the above sentence. By accelerating digitisation and leveraging next
The meaning of other options is– generation technologies, the life insurance
Mount :- climb, rise. sector can double its ______ to Rupees 70 lakh
Structure :- constructure. crores, a study said.
Design :- plan. (a) assets (b) reports
Correct sentence- A pattern of small stones is called a (c) policies (d) finding
mosaic. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above 647. In the following question, the sentence given
sentence, 'assets' would be appropriate in the blank with blank to be filled in with an appropriate
space. word. Select the correct alternative out of the
The meaning of the other options is–– four and indicate it by selecting the
Reports :- complain about; make a charge appropriate option.
Policies :- insurance. My parents have given their ______ to the
Finding :- the decision of a court on issues of fact of match.
law.
Correct sentence- By accelerating digitisation and (a) refuse (b) accept
leveraging next generation technologies, the life (c) assent (d) expect
insurance sector can double its assets to Rupees 70 lakh SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III)
crores, a study said. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
644. In the following question, the sentence given 'Assent' (allow) will be used. because it gives
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate appropriate meaning.
word. Select the correct alternative out of the The other options give different meaning.
four and indicate it by selecting the Accept :- receive, admit
appropriate option : Refuse :- decline, turn down.
I had ........... my right shoulder during the play. Expect :- require
(a) browsed (b) broke Correct sentence- My parents have given their assent
(c) grounded (d) injured to the match.
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Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 648. In the following question, the sentence given
'injured' would be appropriate, Generally 'had + V3rd with blank to be filled in with an appropriate
form' is used in past perfect tense. word. .........................indicate it by selecting the
The meaning of other options is – appropriate option.
Browsed :- pasture, graze. He killed three __________ for dinner.
Broke :- come apart, separate. (a) forl (b) fowls
Ground :- earth, land. (c) fool (d) flour
Correct sentence- I had injured my right shoulder SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
during the play. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
645. In the following question, the sentence given 'fowls' (domestic fowl, poultry) would be appropriate.
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate The meaning of other options is–
word. Select the correct alternative out of the Fool :- jester. mug.
four and indicate it by selecting the
appropriate option : Flour :- food product.
Police had .......... the driver. Correct sentence- He killed three fowls for dinner.
(a) obtained (b) detained 649. In the following question, the sentence given
(c) sustained (d) objected with blank to be filled in with an appropriate
SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I) word. Select the correct alternative out of the
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, ' and indicate appropriate option.
detained' (confine) will be used. He is younger ––––––– you are, isn't he?
The other options give different meaning. (a) than (b) incase
Obtain :- find, get. (c) if (d) on condition
Sustain :- keep up, maintain. SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Object :- to be against somebody.
Correct sentence- Police had detained the driver. Ans : (a) In the blank space of the above sentence,
'than' will be used because Adjective 'than' is used in
646. In the following question, the sentence given
with blank to be filled in with an appropriate comparative degree.
word. Select the correct alternative out of the Correct sentence- He is younger than you are, isn't he?
four and indicate it by selecting the 650. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
appropriate option blank.
On the ________ occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi Your answer book will be –––– by a computer.
the Guptas bought a new house. (a) replied (b) submitted
(a) prosperous (b) auspicious (c) evaluated (d) tested
(c) official (d) fortuitous SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (c) : In the blank of the above sentence,
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'evaluated' would be appropriate.
'Auspicious' (hopeful) will be used.
The meaning of other options is– The meaning of other options is–
Prosperous :- comfortable, well situated. Replied :- answer. respond.
Official :- authorised, confirmed. Submitted :- present.
Fortuitous :- causeless, unintended. Tested :- well tried, proved.
Correct sentence- On the auspicious occasion of Correct sentence- Your answer book will be
Ganesh Chaturthi the Guptas bought a new house. evaluated by a computer.
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651. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) occupancy (b) carrier
blank. (c) postage (d) career
The teacher was very ––––– in his subject. SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) best (b) master Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(c) top (d) proficient 'career' will be used. because it gives appropriate
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III) meaning.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, The meaning of other options is–
proficient (skill) would be appropriate. Occupancy :- tenancy.
The other options give different meaning. Postage :- stamp.
Best :- champion, high grade. Carrier :- letter carrier, mail carrier, postman.
Top :- upper side, peak Correct sentence- Raman exercises daily because he
Master :- lord. is preparing for a career in the armed forces.
Correct sentence- The teacher was very proficient in
his subject. 656. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank and make a meaningful sentence.
652. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
The customers ––––– the company with
blank and make a meaningful sentence.
complaints against the price increase.
The method ––––– by the teacher is very
(a) failed (b) criticized
tedious.
(a) regarded (b) reminded (c) flooded (d) hoarded
(c) allowed (d) suggested SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above 'flooded' would be appropriate.
sentence, 'suggested' would be appropriate in the blank The meaning of other options is–
space. Failed :- unsuccessful.
The meaning of other options is– Criticized :- find fault with
Regarded :- esteem, respect. Hoarded :- accumulate, amass.
Remind :- cue, prompt Correct sentence- The customers flooded the
Allow :- permit. company with complaints against the price increase.
Correct sentence- The method suggested by the 657. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
teacher is very tedious. blank and make a meaningful sentence.
653. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Conservative parents usually do not give their
blank and make a grammatically correct –––––– for uncommon career choices of their
sentence. children.
Jamuna found an old necklace and ––––– gold (a) consent (b) agreement
bangles in the cupboard. (c) allowance (d) dissent
(a) an pair of (b) pair of SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) a pair of (d) a pairs of Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) sentence, 'consent' would be appropriate in the blank
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'a space.
pair of' will be used. The meaning of other options is–
The other options give different meaning. Agreement :- accord
Correct sentence- Jamuna found an old necklace and Allowance :- reimbursement, mileage.
a pair of bangles in the cupboard. Dissent :- objection, protest.
654. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- Conservative parents usually do not
blank and make a meaningful sentence. give their consent for uncommon career choices of
The student –––––– for a refund of fees. their children.
(a) said (b) wanted
658. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(c) requested (d) ordered
blank and make a meaningful sentence.
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
He ––––– me up on his way to work.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) picked (b) raised
'requested' would be appropriate. (c) lifted (d) dropped
The meaning of other options is–
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Said :- being the one previously mentioned or spoken
of. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
Wanted :- desired, craved. sentence, 'picked' would be appropriate in the blank
Ordered :- set up, an organized state. space.
Correct sentence- The student requested for a refund The meaning of other options is–
of fees. Raised :- upraised
655. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Lifted :- held up in the air
blank and make a meaningful sentence. Dropped :- leave out, miss.
Raman exercises daily because he is preparing Correct sentence- He picked me up on his way to
for a –––––– in the armed forces. work.
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659. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 663. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
––––– rivers have water throughout the year. There is no –––– in the container for the water
(a) Ephemeral (b) Perennial to flow.
(c) Seasonal (d) Chronic (a) link (b) outlet
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I) (c) room (d) escape
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
sentence, 'perennial' (continual) would be appropriate Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
in the blank space. sentence, 'outlet' would be appropriate in the blank
The meaning of other options is– space.
Ephemeral :- anything short-lived. Link :- connect, tie.
Seasonal :- dependent on a particular season. Room :- space of movement.
Chronic :- continuing, long. Escape :- get away.
Correct sentence- Perennial rivers have water Correct sentence- There is no outlet in the container
throughout the year. for the water to flow.
660. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 664. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
The accident occurred in the ––––– of the road. The incident made a –––––– impression on
(a) way (b) middle Karan.
(c) side (d) path (a) factual (b) rounded
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I) (c) perfect (d) deep
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Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
sentence, 'middle' would be appropriate in the blank Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
space. 'deep' would be appropriate.
The meaning of other options is– The meaning of other options is–
Factual :- actual, real.
Way :- mode, style.
Rounded :- circular.
Side :- slope, incline.
Perfect :- exact, clear.
Path :- route.
Correct sentence- The incident made a deep
Correct sentence- The accident occurred in the
impression on Karan.
middle of the road.
665. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
661. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
blank. Young people from disadvantaged homes look
I ––––him to use my bike to go to the office. for ––––– in government jobs.
(a) granted (b) allowed (a) utility (b) capability
(c) admonished (d) sanctioned (c) ability (d) stability
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
sentence, 'allowed' would be appropriate. 'stability' would be appropriate.
The meaning of other options is– The meaning of other options is–
Grant :- allow. Utility :- usefulness.
Admonish :- warn, discourage. Capability :- potentiality.
Sanction :- official permission. Ability :- power.
Correct sentence- I allowed him to use my bike to go Correct sentence- Young people from disadvantaged
to the office. homes look for stability in government jobs.
662. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 666. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank. blank.
Marconi ––––– the radio. The wonderful performance of the maestro left
(a) discovered (b) invented the audience –––––– .
(c) built (d) assembled (a) puzzled (b) sleepy
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) (c) hungry (d) entranced
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II)
'invented' will be used because when we discover new Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
things, then 'invent' is used and 'discover' is used for 'entranced' would be appropriate.
old things. The other options give different meaning.
The meaning of other options is– Puzzle :- perplex, baffle.
Built :- construct, make. Sleepy :- Drowsy, Lethargic,
Discovered :- detect, observe. Hungry :- thirsty, wishful.
Assembled :- put together. Correct sentence- The wonderful performance of the
Correct sentence- Marconi invented the radio. maestro left the audience entranced.
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667. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 671. A sentence has been given with a blank to be
blank. filled with an appropriate word. Choose the
Sarthak –––– everything that a leader should correct alternative.
be. The bullet struck a wall and was ––––– from its
(a) epitomizes (b) adores course.
(c) worships (d) clones (a) reflected (b) twisted
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) (c) deflected (d) crashed
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
'epitomizes' would be appropriate. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
The other options give different meaning. 'deflected' would be appropriate.
Adores :- love intensely. The other options give different meaning.
Worship :- show devotion to. Reflected :- mirrored.
Clones :- look like. Twisted :- misrepresented.
Correct sentence- Sarthak epitomizes everything that Deflect :- distract.
a leader should be. Correct sentence- The bullet struck a wall and was
668. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the deflected from its course.
blank. 672. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
The students are in great –––– of their blank.
teachers. Her parents always –––––– her in her studies.
(a) praise (b) awe (a) encouraged (b) interested
(c) respect (d) gusto (c) impressed (d) expected
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'Awe' (fear) will be used. because it gives appropriate 'encouraged' will be used.
meaning. The meaning of other options is –
The meaning of other options is– Interest :- excite the curiosity of.
Praise :- appraise. Impressed :- affect.
Respect :- honour. Expected :- hoped.
Gusto :- zest, relish. Correct sentence- Her parents always encouraged her
Correct sentence- The students are in great awe of in her studies.
their teachers. 673. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
669. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank and make a grammatically correct
blank. sentence.
It is quite tough to ––––– which candidate will Meena had a whale –––– a time in Mussorie
win the presidential elections. with her gang.
(a) pretend (b) elect (a) in (b) of
(c) predict (d) argue (c) on (d) at
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'of'
sentence, 'predict' would be appropriate in the blank will be used because 'whale of a time' (pleasant
space. experience) would be appropriate. It is used as an
The meaning of other options is– idiomatic phrase.
Pretend :- dissemble. The other options do not give the suitable meaning.
Elect :- select, chosen. Correct sentence- Meena had a whale of a time in
Argue :- contend, reason. Mussorie with her gang.
Correct sentence- It is quite tough to predict which 674. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
candidate will win the presidential elections. blank and make a grammatically correct
670. A sentence has been given with a blank to be sentence.
filled with an appropriate word. Choose the In the age of technology sending letters by
correct alternative. postal mail seems ––––– to me.
I am ––––– of winning the competition. (a) superstition (b) surplus
(a) resistent (b) confident (c) supercilious (d) superfluous
(c) pertinent (d) reliant SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, sentence, 'superfluous' would be appropriate in the
'confident' would be appropriate. blank space.
The meaning of the other options is– The meaning of other options is–
Resistent :- not wanting something and trying to Superstition :- an irrational belief arising from
prevent something happening. ignorance or fear.
Pertinent :- relevant. Surplus :- excess, extra.
Reliant :- dependent. Supercilious :- naughty, prideful.
Correct sentence- I am confident of winning the Correct sentence- In the age of technology, sending
competition. letters by postal mail seems superfluous to me
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675. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 679. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank and make a grammatically correct blank and make a meaningful sentence.
sentence. The diamond necklace is too –––– for me.
Tourism has been ––––– in India for a long (a) luscious (b) insufficient
time. (c) extravagant (d) austere
(a) postponed (b) declined SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) decayed (d) neglected Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
'extravagant' would be appropriate.
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above The meaning of other options is–
sentence, 'neglected' would be appropriate. Insufficient :- deficient, meager.
The meaning of other options is–
Luscious :- juicy, pleasant.
Postpone :- put off
Decline :- grow worse. Austere :- strict, severe.
Decay :- a gradual decrease. Correct sentence- The diamond necklace is too
Correct sentence- Tourism has been neglected in extravagant for me.
India for a long time. 680. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
676. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank and make a grammatically correct
blank and make a grammatically correct sentence.
sentence. The cost turned out to be higher than_____
Surendra tries to –––––– his opponents in all (a) excepted (b) anticipated
the matches. (c) accepted (d) emancipated
(a) intimidate (b) impersonate SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) intimate (d) initiate Ans : (b) According to the sense of the above sentence,
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) 'anticipated' (foresee) would be appropriate in the blank
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above space.
sentence, 'intimidate' (fearful) would be appropriate. The other options give different meaning.
The meaning of other options is– Excepted :- leave off, exclude.
Impersonate :- pretend to be someone you are not. Accepted :- to agree
Intimate :- suggest. Emancipated :- liberate.
Initiate :- start, originate. Correct sentence- The cost turned out to be higher than
Correct sentence- Surendra tries to intimidate his anticipated.
opponents in all the matches.
681. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
677. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank and make a grammatically correct
blank and make a grammatically correct
sentence. sentence.
Megha is attending a teachers' ––––– in Working together gave us a chance to ______
London. about old times.
(a) connection (b) combination (a) reminisce (b) reproduce
(c) connotation (d) convention (c) recreate (d) reminding
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans : (a) In the blank space of the above sentence,
'convention' will be used. because it gives appropriate 'reminisce' (recall the past) would be appropriate.
meaning. The other options give different meaning.
The other options give different meaning. Reproduce :- procreate, recreate a sound, idea, mood.
Connection :- link, joining. Recreate :- renovate, revive.
Combination :- combining. Reminding :- remember.
Connotation :- meaning, substance. Correct sentence- Working together gave us a chance
Correct sentence- Megha is attending a teachers' to reminisce about old times.
convention in London. 682. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
678. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank and make a grammatically correct
blank and make a meaningful sentence. sentence.
The ISRO team is working round the clock to – The blind man needed ––––– to cross the street.
––––– Chandrayaan-2. (a) guards (b) assistance
(a) navigate (b) introduce (c) cooperation (d) porters
(c) launch (d) steer
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
'Launch' (set in motion) would be appropriate. sentence, 'assistance (helper) would be appropriate.
The other options give different meaning. The meaning of other options is–
Navigate :- guide, maneuver, voyage. Guard :- defend, ward.
Introduce :- Innovate, inclose. Cooperation :- joint operation or action.
Steer :- hint, lead. Porters :- doorkeeper, ostiary.
Correct sentence- The ISRO team is working round Correct sentence- 'The blind man needed assistance to
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683. A word can have a different –––––– in different The meaning of other options is–
contexts. Diminished :- decrease, lessen.
(a) connotation (b) constellation Compliment :- congratulate.
(c) contention (d) confrontation Applauded :- praise.
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) Correct sentence- Mahesh is very happy because the
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above value of his shares has appreciated.
sentence, 'connotation' (substance) would be 687. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
appropriate in the blank space. blank and make a meaningful sentence.
Constellation :- configuration. The CEO went against the advisory committe's
Contention :- rivalry, arguing. –––––.
Confrontation :- opposition. (a) Introduction (b) Information
Correct sentence- A word can have a different (c) Recommendation (d) Response
connotation in different contexts. SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I)
684. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above
blank and make a grammatically correct sentence, 'recommendation' would be appropriate.
sentence. The meaning of other options is–
Seema gave her teacher a beautiful ––––– of Introduction :- launching, first appearance.
pink roses on Teachers' Day. Information :- data, info.
(a) grove (b) reed Response :- answer, reply.
Correct sentence- The CEO went against the advisory
(c) bouquet (d) wreath
committe's recommendation.
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II)
688. Select the mot appropriate word to fill in the
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, blank and make a meaningful sentence.
'bouquet' would be appropriate, because in the The doctor advised him to consume –––––
sentence expresses the point of giving 'pink rose' water without any additive.
which kept together make a bouquet. (a) pleasant (b) plain
The meaning of the other options is– (c) potent (d) precious
Grove :- orchard, plantation. SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Reed :- chionochloa conspicua, gramineous plant. Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
Wreath :- garland. sentence, 'plain' will be used in the blank space.
Correct sentence- Seema gave her teacher a beautiful The meaning of other options is–
bouquet of pink roses on Teacher's Day. Pleasant :- good-natured.
685. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Potent :- strong, powerful.
blank and make it grammatically correct Precious :- valuable.
sentence. Correct sentence- The doctor advised him to consume
For many, The Lion King is ––––– as a plain water without any additive.
childhood memory. 689. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(a) invested (b) deposited blank and make a meaningful sentence.
(c) treasured (d) inherited He was physically strong and became a –––––
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) climber of high rocky cliffs.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) timid (b) fearful
'treasured' (gem) would be appropriate because (c) unwilling (d) daring
memories are protected. The lion king is a story that is SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II)
a part of a childhood memory. Which is expressed in a Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
sentence to be preserved. sentence, 'daring' would be appropriate in the blank
The meaning of other options is– space.
Invested :- expend. The meaning of other options is–
Timid :- cowardly.
Deposit :- down payment.
Fearful :- awful, dreadful.
Inherited :- genetic, inheritable.
Unwilling :- unintentional, loath.
Correct sentence- For many, The Lion King is Correct sentence- He was physically strong and
treasured as a childhood memory. became a daring climber of high rocky cliffs.
686. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the 690. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank and make a meaningful sentence. blank and make a meaningful sentence.
Mahesh is very happy because the value of his He had his own line of thinking and would
shares has –––. defend his views with ––––.
(a) diminished (b) complimented (a) conversion (b) conviction
(c) applauded (d) appreciated (c) conversation (d) convention
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Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
sentence, 'appreciated' would be appropriate in the sentence, 'conviction' (strong belief) will be used in
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The other options give different meaning. Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Conversion :- changeover, transition. 'credible' would be appropriate.
Conversation :- a talk between two or more people. Credible– able to be believed; convincing.
Convention :- rule a large formal assembly. The meaning of other options is–
Correct sentence- He had his own line of thinking and Imposing :- impressive.
would defend his views with conviction. Conclusive :- decisive.
691. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Unlikely :- unbelievable.
blank and make a meaningful sentence. Correct sentence- She gave important evidence and I
found her to be a sensible and credible witness.
It's a venue of every occasion and one that
offers ––––– meals on special days. 695. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(a) offensive (b) amusing blank and make a meaningful sentence.
(c) thrilling (d) delightful The two friends were too ––––– to admit that
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) they were wrong.
(a) satisfied (b) stubborn
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above (c) voluntary (d) reasonable
sentence, 'delightful' would appropriate in the blank SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
space. Ans.(b) : According to the sense of the above
The meaning of the other options is– sentence, 'stubborn' would be appropriate.
Offensive :- hateful, disgustful. The meaning of the other options is–
Amusing :- comical, funny. Satisfied :- contented.
Thrilling :- exciting Voluntary :-willful
Correct sentence- It's a venue of every occasion and Reasonable :- logical.
one that offers delightful meals on special days. Correct sentence- The two friends were too stubborn
692. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the to admit that they were wrong.
blank and make a meaningful sentence. 696. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Winning both the races has been a ––––– blank and make a grammatically correct
surprise, but the success is well deserved. sentence.
(a) satisfying (b) pleasant I would have forgotten my appointment if
(c) civilized (d) Charming Susan ––––– reminded me about it.
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) (a) hadn't (b) wouldn't
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above (c) haven't (d) had
sentence, 'pleasant' would be appropriate in the blank SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
space. Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
The meaning of other options is– 'hadn't' will be used because if + past perfect, sub +
Satisfying :- comforting. would have + V3.
Civilized :- humane. Hence 'Hadn't' would be appropriate in the blank
Charming :- pleasing. space.
Correct sentence- Winning both the races has been a Correct sentence- I would have forgotten my
pleasant surprise, but the success is well deserved. appointment if Susan hadn't reminded me about it.
693. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 697. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank and make a grammatically correct blank and make a meaningful sentence.
Which –––– should we adopt to increase our
sentence.
sales ?
I wasn't feeling well yesterday, but I feel a little (a) promotions (b) strategies
––––– today. (c) functions (d) intentions
(a) more better (b) best SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) better (d) good
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) 'strategies' will be used. because it gives appropriate
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, meaning.
'better' will be used because in this sentence 'yesterday The meaning of other options is–
(noun) is compared from 'today'. Hence, comparative Promotions :- advancement.
degree 'better' is used of positive degree 'well.' Function :- operate, work
Ex. Lata is a better singer than Asha. Intention :- mission, aim.
Correct sentence - Correct sentence- Which strategies should we adopt
I wasn't feeling well yesterday, but I feel a little better to increase our sales ?
today. 698. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
694. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank and make a meaningful sentence.
blank and make a meaningful sentence. We try to keep abreast of the new treatments,
She gave important evidence and I found her to but have gained little ––––– experience of using
be a sensible and ––––– witness. them.
(a) credible (b) imposing (a) systematic (b) practical
(c) conclusive (d) unlikely (c) orderly (d) doable
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Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 702. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'practical' will be used. because it gives appropriate blank and make a grammatically correct
meaning. sentence.
The meaning of other options is– Chris and I play tennis together regularly, but
Systematic :- organized. ––––––––– of us can play very well.
Orderly :- neat, tidy. (a) both (b) either
Doable :- possible. (c) none (d) neither
Correct sentence- We try to keep abreast of the new SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
treatments, but have gained little practical experience Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
of using them. 'Neither' is used because 'neither' is a distributive
pronoun, used to negate each of two persons. 'But' is a
699. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
coordinating conjunction used to cnnect opposite
blank and make a grammatically correct
ideas.
sentence: The other options give different meaning.
I was walking along the street when suddenly Either :- one or the other of two.
I ----------- footsteps behind me. None :- not any, not one.
(a) hear (b) hearing Both :- the one as well as the other.
(c) heard (d) was hearing Correct sentence- Chris and I play tennis together
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) regularly, but neither of us can play very well.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 703. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
'Heard' would be appropriate because there are two blank and make a meaningful sentence.
past action in a sentence. Then the verb past When we talk of 'globalization' we often refer
continuous is used for the work that is already going to an economic system that has ––––––– in the
on and the verb past indefinite is used for the work that last 50 years or so.
is going to happen later. (a) proceeded (b) emerged
Correct sentence- I was walking along the street when (c) derived (d) flowed
suddenly I heard footsteps behind me. SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
700. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
blank and make a meaningful sentence. 'emerged' will be used. because it gives appropriate
A concerted effort has to be make in order to meaning.
use our mineral resources in a planned and ----- The meaning of other options is–
---------- manner. Proceed :- continue, go forward.
(a) reserved (b) collected Derived :- plagiarised.
(c) preserved (d) sustainable Correct sentence- When we talk of 'globalization' we
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) often refer to an economic system that has emerged in
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, the last 50 years or so.
sustainable' would be appropriate. 704. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
The meaning of other options is– blank and make a meaningful sentence.
Reserved :- booked, engaged. The idea of Satyagraha –––––– the power of
Collected :- gathered, composed. truth.
Preserved :- conserve, maintain. (a) impressed (b) emphasized
Correct sentence- A concerted effort has to be make (c) created (d) insisted
in order to use our mineral resources in a planned and SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
sustainable manner. Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'emphasized' will be used. because it gives appropriate
701. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
meaning.
blank and make a meaningful sentence. The meaning of other options is–
The common occurrences of fatigue and ------- Impressed :- affected
decrease when we listen to music. Created :- to cause something new to happen or
(a) Depletion (b) distaste exist.
(c) boredom (d) liveliness Insist :- take a firm stand.
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) Correct sentence- The idea of Satyagraha emphasized
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of above sentence, the power of truth.
'Boredom' would be appropriate, because the word 705. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
fatigue and boredom is appropriate with each-other. blank and make a grammatically correct
The meaning of other options is– sentence.
Deplete :- consume, wipe out. I tried to contact her two or three times but
Distaste :- antipathy, aversion. ................. time there was no reply.
Liveliness :- animation, life. (a) each (b) both
Correct Sentence- The common occurrences of (c) all (d) any
fatigue and boredom decrease when we listen to music. SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) pry (b) ransack
'each' will be used because we use 'each' to refer to (c) seek (d) poach
individual things in a group or a list of two or more SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
things. It is normally followed by a singular verb. Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
The other meaning– sentence, 'ransack' (loot) would be appropriate in the
Both :- the two blank space.
All :- the whole of a thing. The meaning of other options is–
Any :- used instead of 'some' in negative sentence and Pry :- intrude, poke.
questions. Seek :- look for, search.
Correct Sentence- I tried to contact her two or three Poach :- hint illegally.
times but each time there was no reply. Correct sentence- Searching frantically to find all the
706. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the hidden jewels and cash, the burglars proceeded to
blank and make a grammatically correct sentence ransack the entire house.
Susan finally arrived at the party at midnight, 710. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
but by then, most of the guests _______. blank and make a meaningful sentence.
(a) having left (b) have left Nowadays, digital services have made our cash
(c) had left (d) left
transactions easier and –––––.
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(a) softer (b) smoother
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (c) heavier (d) dearer
'had left' will be used because one of the two works is SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
finished earlier and the other work is finished later
then the first work is written in past perfect tense and Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
the later work is written in past indefinite. sentence, 'smoother' (more easy) would be appropriate
Correct sentence- Susan finally arrived at the party at in the blank space.
midnight, but by then, most of the guests had left. The meaning of other options is–
Softer :- flaccid, mushy.
707. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank and make a meaningful sentence. Heavier :- overweight.
There are some dates or periods of time in the Dearer :- beloved.
history of the world that are so ______that Correct sentence- Nowadays, digital services have
everyone knows and remembers them. made our cash transactions easier and smoother
(a) trivial (b) representative 711. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(c) significant (d) momentary blank and make a meaningful sentence.
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I) The development of real estate has ––––––
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,. impacted the environment.
'significant' will be used. because it gives appropriate (a) narrowly (b) positively
meaning. (c) conveniently (d) adversely
The meaning of the other options is– SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Trivial :- superficial. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
Representative :- symbolic, spokesperson. sentence, 'Adversely' (against) would be appropriate.
Momentary :- fugitive. The other options give different meaning.
Correct sentence- 'There are some dates or periods of Narrowly :- only by a small amount.
time in the history of the world that are so significant Positively :- so as to be positive.
that everyone knows and remembers them.' Conveniently :- handily.
708. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- The development of real estate has
blank and make a meaningful sentence. adversely impacted the environment.
Mother__ some food for the old beggar woman. 712. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(a) set up (b) set out blank and make a meaningful sentence.
(c) set aside (d) set in Be careful not to drop this glass case; it's very –
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I) –––.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, 'set (a) fragile (b) rigid
aside' would be appropriate, which means 'to save'. (c) smooth (d) hard
The meaning of other options is– SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Set up :- establish Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
set out :- depart, set off. sentence, 'fragile' (weak) would be appropriate in the
set in :- become established, begin. blank space.
Correct sentence- Mother set aside some food for the
The meaning of other options is–
old beggar woman.
Rigid :- strict
709. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank and make a meaningful sentence. Smooth :- slippy.
Searching frantically to find all the hidden Hard :- solid.
jewels and cash, the burglars proceeded to –––– Correct sentence- Be careful not to drop this glass
the entire house. case; it's very fragile.
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713. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the 717. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank and make a meaningful sentence. blank and make a meaningful sentence.
The author touched the ––––– of her career Twenty families were ––––– from an old
with her second novel which won the Pulitzer building before the monsoons.
Prize. (a) erased (b) evacuated
(a) peek (b) nadir (c) emptied (d) expelled
(c) base (d) peak SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above sentence, 'evacuated' would be appropriate.
sentence, 'Peak' gives appropriate meaning. The meaning of other options is –
Peek :- peep. Erase :- efface.
Nadir :- Downfal, Empty :- blank, vacant.
Base :- floor, basic Expel :- kick out, eject.
Correct sentence- The author touched the peak of her Correct sentence- Twenty families were evacuated
career with her second novel which won the Pulitzer from an old building before the monsoons.
Prize. 718. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
714. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank and make a meaningful sentence.
blank and make a meaningful sentence. In some disputes face-to-face talk can ––––– the
She seemed ––––about the plan as she did not issue.
react much. (a) restrict (b) refuse
(a) uninterested (b) enthusiastic (c) resolve (d) reduce
(c) excited (d) interested SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above 'resolve' would be appropriate.
sentence, 'uninterested' (indifferent) give the suitable The meaning of other options is–
meaning. in the blank space. Other options give Restrict :- curtail.
different meaning. Refuse :- decline, reject.
Enthusiastic :- keen, warm. Reduce :- shrink.
Excited :- agitated, thrilled. Correct sentence- In some disputes face-to-face talk
Interested :- having or showing interest, curious. can resolve the issue.
Correct sentence- She seemed uninterested about the 719. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
plan as she did not react much. blank.
715. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the The air-conditioner has made ceiling fans a
blank and make a grammatically correct little ––––– in today's world.
sentence. (a) extinct (b) absurd
I was determined not to stay in hospital for any (c) additional (d) redundant
longer –––– was strictly necessary. SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) when (b) than
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
(c) then (d) that
sentence, 'Redundant' (unnecessary) would be
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III)
appropriate in the blank space.
Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Extinct :- dead.
'than' will be used because after comparative degree Absurd :- illogical
(longer), 'than' would be appropriate. Additional :- Extra.
In given sentence, 'longer' is used as a comparative Correct sentence- The air-conditioner has made
degree. ceiling fans a little redundant in today's world.
Correct sentence- I was determined not to stay in
hospital for any longer than was strictly necessary. 720. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank.
716. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the My little cousin is ––––– a movie.
blank and make a meaningful sentence. (a) watching (b) looking
Owing to all the recent negative turn of events (c) seeing (d) observing
in her life, strongly felt –––– forces must be at SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III)
work.
(a) helpful (b) evil Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
(c) angelic (d) haunting 'watching' will be used. Because 'watch' is used to see
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) the movie, T.V. serial etc.
Ans. (b) In the blank space of the above sentence, 'evil' Correct sentence- My little cousin is watching a
would be appropriate. movie.
The sentence, is showing negative meaning and 721. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
'haunting' is not used because 'evil force' is used as a blank.
phrase. The frightened convict –––––– for mercy.
Correct sentence- Owing to all the recent negative (a) shouted (b) whispered
turn of events in her life, strongly felt evil forces must (c) mumbled (d) pleaded
be at work. SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'pleated' would be appropriate. 'emphasising' will be used.
The meaning of other options is– The meaning of other options is–
Shout :- cry, yell. Insisting :- continual and persistent
Whisper :- rusted. Decrying :- condemn
Mumbled :- mutter. Avoiding :- debar, prevent from happining.
Correct sentence- The frightened convict pleaded for Correct sentence- The speaker had not written his
mercy. speech properly and went on emphasising one point
722. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the only.
blank. 726. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
The passengers were afraid, but the captain –– blank.
––– them that there was no danger. If you drink too much, it will ______ your
(a) cautioned (b) assured judgment.
(c) claimed (d) confided (a) Impel (b) Impede
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Impose (d) Improve
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
sentence, 'Assured' would be appropriate in the blank Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
space. 'impede' will be used. because it gives appropriate
The meaning of other options is– meaning.
Caution :- care, precaution. The meaning of other options is–
Claim :- arrogate, lay claim.
Impel :- force.
Confide :- reveal in private.
Impose :- enforce, bring down.
Correct sentence- The passengers were afraid, but the
captain assured them that there was no danger Improve :- ameliorate, amend.
Correct sentence- If you drink too much, it will
723. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the impede your judgment.
blank.
She had a bandage –––– round her finger. 727. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
(a) covered (b) twisted blank.
(c) wrapped (d) bound The great advantage of early rising is the good
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) ______ is given us to our day.
Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence, (a) sense (b) kick
'wrapped' would be appropriate. (c) start (d) humour
The other options give different meaning. SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
Covered :- wrapped, crusted. Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
Twisted :- bend, turn. 'start' (begin) will be used. because it gives appropriate
Bound :- rolled, wired. meaning.
Correct sentence- She had a bandage wrapped round The meaning of other options is–
her finger. Sense :- sentience, sentiency.
724. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Kick :- hit, strike with the foot.
blank. Humour :- wittiness.
They sat by the river bank with their legs –––– correct sentence–
in the water. The great advantage of early rising is the good start is
(a) remaining (b) swimming given us to our day.
(c) washing (d) dangling 728. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) blank.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, The new textile policy lays great emphasis on
'dangling' (hanging) will be used. stabilizing cotton prices to ______ the interest
The meaning of other options is– of cotton growers.
Remaining :- left (a) improve (b) diversify
Swimming :- to move your body through water. (c) protect (d) raise
Washing :- laundry. SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
Correct sentence- They sat by the river bank with Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
their legs dangling in the water. 'raise' would be appropriate.
725. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the The other options give different meaning.
blank. Improve :- amend.
The speaker had not written his speech Diversity :- vary, change.
properly and went on _____ one point only. Protect :- secure.
(a) Insisting (b) Decrying Correct sentence- The new textile policy lays great
(c) Emphasising (d) Avoiding emphasis on stabilizing cotton prices to raise the
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III) interest of cotton growers.
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729. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
blank. sentence, 'passion' would be appropriate in the blank
In order to cut down on errors, a keyboard that space.
can be ______ to suit individual typing style is The meaning of other options is–
needed. Claim :-affirm strongly.
(a) predicated (b) shared Response :- reply, answer.
(c) projected (d) adjusted Demand :- necessitate, require.
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II) Correct sentence- If you have a passion for
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, photography, you do not have to wait for your big
'adjusted' would be appropriate. break.
The meaning of other options is–
733. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Predicate :- connote, proclaim. blank.
Share :- part, portion.
The baby bird was _______ by its mother.
Projected :- plan, visualise.
(a) thrown (b) renounced
Correct sentence- In order to cut down on errors, a
(c) abandoned (d) sacrificed
keyboard that can be adjusted to suit individual typing
style is needed. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
730. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
blank. 'abandoned' would be appropriate.
When the bat pays attention to an object, the The meaning of other options is–
______ of that object sharpens in its brain. Thrown :- to send something from your hand through
(a) representation (b) depiction the air by moving your hand.
(c) appearance (d) portrait Renounced :-forsake, quit.
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II) Sacrificed :- ritual killing, loss.
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above Correct sentence- The baby bird was abandoned by
sentence, 'depiction' would be appropriate. its mother.
The meaning of other options is– 734. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Representation :- the way that somebody/something is blank.
shown or described. Dinosaurs are an _______ species now.
Appearance :- visual aspect, show. (a) extinct (b) antique
Portrait :- depiction, picture. (c) ancient (d) ageold
Correct sentence- When the bat pays attention to an SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
object, the depiction of that object sharpens in its Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
brain. 'extinct' (dead) would be appropriate.
731. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the The meaning of other options is–
blank. Antique :- old, unstylish.
The complexity of the current environment Ancient :- past (very old)
includes many challenges in general, but air
pollution in _______. Age old :- aged.
(a) public (b) common Correct sentence- Dinosaurs are an extinct species
(c) overall (d) particular now.
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I) 735. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above blank.
sentence, 'particular' will be used in the blank space. Apart from cows, buffaloes are also ______ for
The meaning of other options is– mass milk production for humans.
Public :- open, common (a) developed (b) grown
Overall :- including, entire (c) produced (d) reared
Common :- average, ordinary. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct sentence- The complexity of the current Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
environment includes many challenges in general, but sentence, 'reared' (bring up) would be appropriate in
air pollution in particular. the blank space.
732. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the The meaning of other options is–
blank. Developed :- grow, produce.
If you have a _______ for photography, you do Grown :- mature.
not have to wait for your big break. Produce :- acquire, create.
(a) claim (b) passion Correct sentence-
(c) response (d) demand Apart from cows, buffaloes are also reared for mass
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I) milk production for humans.
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736. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
blank. sentence, 'Attraction' would be appropriate in the blank
Scientists tried to find out the _____ behind the space.
occurrence of the phenomenon. The meaning of other options is–
(a) cause (b) clarification
Displays :- show, presentation.
(c) illustration (d) interpretation
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III) Spectacle :- something or someone seen.
Demonstrations :- protest, display.
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
sentence, 'cause' (reason) would be appropriate in the Correct sentence- India's Republic Day Parade had,
blank space. among the main attractions an all-women's marching
The meaning of other options is– contingent.
Clarification :- clearing 740. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Illustration :- representative. blank.
Interpretation :- explanation. Sometimes it is necessary for an author to
Correct sentence- know what is going on in the minds of his
Scientists tried to find out the cause behind the ______.
occurrence of the phenomenon. (a) audience (b) listeners
737. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) viewers (d) characters
blank. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
If an individual keeps his fingers crossed he
______ for the best. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
(a) hopes (b) responds sentence, 'characters' (plural noun) will be used in the
(c) reacts (d) suspects blank space. Because here to denote the author's own
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II) character/nature, the use of characters would be
appropriate.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'hopes' will be used because 'keeps his fingers crossed' Audience :- hearing, viewers
is a phrase which means– 'keep faith'. Viewers :- a person who watches television.
Given sentence is a zero conditional sentence. Listener :- auditor, attender.
If, Present Indefinite, Present Indefinite Correct sentence- Sometimes it is necessary for an
author to know what is going on in the minds of his
The meaning of other options is– characters.
Responds :- reply, answer.
741. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Reacts :- respond, oppose,
blank.
Suspect :- distrust, disbelieve.
Correct sentence- If an individual keeps his fingers _______ are to be avoided; they lead to conflict.
crossed he hopes for the best. (a) Question (b) Statements
738. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (c) Arguments (d) Decisions
blank. SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II)
We need not worry about anything ______ his Ans. (c) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
commitment to the work he is assigned. 'argument' would be appropriate.
(a) except (b) access The meaning of other options is–
(c) expect (d) accept Question :- Interrogate.
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II) Statement :- assertion.
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above Decision :- verdict.
sentence, 'except' would be appropriate in the blank
space. Correct sentence- Arguments are to be avoided; they
The other options give different meaning. lead to conflict.
Access :- approach. 742. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Accept :- receive. blank.
Except :- besides, You can visit me on ............. at 4 o'clock.
Correct sentence- We need not worry about anything (a) tomorrow (b) next month
except his commitment to the work he is assigned. (c) today (d) Sunday
739. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II)
blank. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, on (preposition) is
India's Republic Day Parade had, among the used so in the blank space, 'Sunday' would be
main______, an all-women's marching
contingent. appropriate. Because preposition 'on' is used before the
(a) displays (b) spectacle name of the days.
(c) demonstrations (d) attractions Correct sentence- You can visit me on Sunday at 4
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II) o'clock.
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743. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the 747. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
blank. blank.
Just are the _______ of God. The Prime Minister was as good as his ______.
(a) ways (b) deeds (a) word (b) office
(c) plans (d) tricks (c) sword (d) dress
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above
'ways' will be used. because it gives appropriate sentence, 'word' (promise) would be appropriate in the
meaning. blank space.
The meaning of other options is– The meaning of the other options is–
Deed :- human activity. Office :- federal, agency.
Plan :- program. Sword :- blade, weapon.
Trick :- deceitful action or device. Dress :- apparel.
Correct sentence- Just are the ways of God. Correct sentence- The Prime Minister was as good as
744. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the his word.
blank. 748. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Smoking is ______ to health blank.
(a) tedious (b) serious They never ______ those who have done wrong.
(c) anxious (d) injurious (a) condemn (b) outcast
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I) (c) blame (d) forgive
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'injurious' would be appropriate. Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above
sentence, 'forgive' would be appropriate in the blank
The meaning of other options is– space.
Tedious :- dull. The other options give different meaning.
Serious :- sober, sincere. Condemn :- decry, objurgate.
Anxious :- nervous, uneasy. Outcast :- religious outcast.
Correct sentence- Blame :- fault, charge.
Smoking is injurious to health. Correct sentence- They never forgive those who have
745. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the done wrong.
blank. 749. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
Let us_______ our heads together to solve the blank.
problem. I make friends ______ I go.
(a) join (b) put (a) moreover (b) wherever
(c) bring (d) combine (c) however (d) whenever
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I) SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above
sentence, 'put' will be used in the blank space because sentence, 'wherever' would be appropriate.
'put their heads together' is an idiom which means– The meaning of other options is–
'consult and work together'. Moreover :- furthermore.
Correct sentence- Let us put our heads together to However :- nevertheless.
solve the problem. Whenever :- at any time.
746. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the Correct sentence- I make friends wherever I go
blank. 750. Select the most appropriate word to fill in the
The ________ of the museum showed us some blank.
ancient coins. They showed her the greatest (............).
(a) controller (b) conservator (a) praise (b) tribute
(c) collector (d) curator (c) honour (d) respect
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III) SSC GD–11/02/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence, Ans. (d) : In the blank space of the above sentence,
'curator' (conservator) would be appropriate. Because 'respect' will be used. because it gives appropriate
here talked about museum. meaning.
The meaning of other options is– The meaning of other options is–
Controller :- restrainer. Praise :- acclaim, homage, laurels.
Conservator :- the protection of the natural world. Tribute :- testimonial.
Collector :- accumulator, gatherer. Honour :-respect.
Correct sentence- The curator of the museum showed Correct sentence- They showed her the greatest
us some ancient coins. respect.
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04. ACTIVE/PASSIVE VOICE
TCS hewšve& hej DeeOeeefjle (Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 70
CGL (Tier-2) 45
Active/Passive Voice CHSL (Tier-1) 90
CHSL (Tier-2) 35
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5
SSC MTS 35
SSC GD 5
SSC CPO SI 40

Trend Analysis of Questions topicwise from CGL (Pre & Mains)

CHSL (Pre & Mains) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI, SSC MTS, SSC
GD & Other Exams (2017-2023)

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04.
ACTIVE/PASSIVE VOICE
1. Select the option that express the given 4. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in active voice. sentence in passive voice. He has not committed
The article had not been posted by Mr. Gupta. the crime.
(a) Mr. Gupta still had not posted the article. (a) The crime has not been committed by him.
(b) Mr. Gupta had not posted the article. (b) The crime have not been committed by him.
(c) Mr. Gupta have not been posted the article. (c) The crime was not committed by him.
(d) Mr. Gupta has not posted the article. (d) The crime have not being committed by him.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in Passive Voice of Ans. (a) : The above given sentence is in Active Voice
Past Perfect tense. Its Active Voice structure will be- of present perfect tense. Its Passive structure will be
A.V.- Sub. + had + V3 + Object A.V. ⇒ Subject + has/have + not + VIII + object.
P.V.- Object + had + been + V3 + by + Sub. P.V. ⇒ Object + has/have + not + been + VIII + by +
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Subject.
Correct Sentence- Correct Sentence-
Mr. Gupta had not posted the article. The crime has not been committed by him.
2. Select the option that expresses the given
5. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in passive voice.
sentence in active voice.
The ruler of the community had already passed
a decree against that decision. Were the cakes being baked by them?
(a) A decree had already passed by the ruler of (a) Was cakes being baked by them?
the community against that decision. (b) Were they baking the cakes?
(b) A decree had already been passed by the ruler (c) Were they baking the cake?
of the community against that decision. (d) Did the cakes baked by them?
(c) A decree was already passed by the ruler of SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II)
the community against that decision. Ans. (b) : The correct active voice is in the given
(d) A decree was already being passed by the sentence 'were the cakes being backed by them?' is
ruler of the community against that decision. 'were they baking the cakes?' because the given
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) sentence is in passive voice of interogative of past
Ans. (b) : For the above given sentence is in active continuous tense.
voice, in past perfect tense. Its Passive Voice structure The Structure of Action sentence is–
will be- A.V.- was/were + sub + V1 + ing + Obj?
A.V.- Subject + had + V3 + Object. P.V.- was/were + object + being + v3 + by + sub?
P.V.- Obj + had + been + V3 + by Subject.
Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Correct Sentence- 6. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in active voice.
A decree had already been passed by the ruler of the
community against that decision. The manager was being scolded by Rushikesh.
(a) Rushikesh has been scolding the manager.
3. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in active voice. Wedding invitations (b) Rushikesh will be scolding the manager.
will be sent by them. (c) Rushikesh was scolding the manager.
(a) They will send wedding invitations. (d) Rushikesh scolded the manager.
(b) They will be sent wedding invitations. SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) He will sent wedding invitations. Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in passive voice of
(d) He will be send wedding invitations. past continuous tense. Its active voice structure will be
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II) P.V. – Obj. + was/were + being + VIII + by + sub.
Ans. (a) : The above given sentence is in 'Passive A. V. – Sub. + was/ were + VI + ing + obj.
voice.' of future Indefinite Tense and its 'Active voice' The correct active voice –
structure will be- Rushikesh was scolding the manager.
P.V.- Object + will/shall + be + VIII + by + Subject. 7. Select the option that expresses the given
A.V.- Subject + will/shall + VI + Object. sentence in passive voice.
Correct Sentence- The tour guide always answers the visitors’
They will send wedding invitations. questions.
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(a) The visitors’ questions are answered by the 10. Describe how you will tell everyone that Mr.
tour guide always. Akhil opened the gate in passive voice.
(b) The visitors’ questions are always answered (a) Mr.Akhil open the gate.
by the tour guide. (b) The gate was opened by Mr.Akhil.
(c) The visitors’ question was always answered (c) The gate opened by Mr.Akhil.
by the tour guide. (d) The gate been open by Mr.Akhil.
(d) The visitors’ questions are answered always SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
by the tour guide. Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in active voice of
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II) simple past tense. Its passive voice structure will be -
Ans. (b) : For the above given sentence is Active Voice A.V. ⇒ Sub + VII + obj
of the present indefinite tense. Its Passive voice P.V. ⇒ Obj. + was/were + VIII + by + sub
structure will be Correct Passive Voice-
The gate was opened by Mr. Akhil.
A.V.- subject + V1 + s/es + object
11. Describe how you will tell your friends that Mr.
P. V.- object + is/am/are + V3 + by + subject Ram uses multimedia for teaching the children
Thus, the correct answer is option (b) in passive voice.
8. Select the option that expresses the given (a) Multimedia is used by Mr. Ram for teaching
the children.
sentence in passive voice.
(b) Multimedia is used for teach the children by
You have adopted the plan. Mr. Ram.
(a) The plan has being adopted by you. (c) Multimedia is using for teaching the children.
(b) The plan should be adopted by you. (d) Mr. Ram use multimedia for teaching the
(c) The plan has been adopted by you. children.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
(d) The plan is adopted by you.
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in active voice of
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) simple present tense. Its passive voice structure will be -
Ans. (c) : The above given sentence is in active voice of A.V. ⇒ Sub. + V1 + s/es + obj. + other words.
present perfect tense, its passive structure will be- P.V. ⇒ Obj. + is/am/are + VIII + by + sub + other words
⇒ The structure of active voice - Correct passive voice - Multimedia is used by Mr.
Subject + has/have + VIII + Object Ram for teaching the children.
12. Select the option that expresses the given
⇒ The structure of Passive voice- sentence in passive voice.
Subject + has/have + been + VIII + by + Subject He didn’t eat a single morsel of food at his
Hence, the correct option is (c). daughter’s wedding.
The correct passive voice of this sentence is - (a) A single morsel of food was not eaten by him
at his daughter’s wedding.
'The plan has been adopted by you.' (b) A single morsel of food can not be eaten by
9. Select the option that expresses the given him at his daughter’s wedding.
sentence in passive voice. (c) A single morsel of food was not being eaten
Each member of the literary club submitted by him at his daughter’s wedding.
various literary works for the magazine. (d) A single morsel of food is not eaten by him at
his daughter’s wedding.
(a) Various literary works were being submitted SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
by each member of the literary club for the
magazine. Ans. (a) : For the above given sentence is in ‘Active
form’ of past Indefinite tense’
(b) Various literary works had been submitted by A.V.- Sub. + V2 + Obj.
each member of the literary club for the So, Structure of the passive of part Indefinite tense is–
magazine.
P.V.- Obj. + was/were + V3 + by +Sub.
(c) Various literary works were submitted by Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
each member of the literary club for the
magazine. 13. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in passive voice.
(d) Various literary works are submitted by each The workers had eaten all the pastries before
member of the literary club for the magazine. the day broke.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) (a) All the pastries are being eaten by the
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in active voice of past workers before the day broke.
indefinite tense. Hence its passive voice structure will (b) All the pastries were being eaten by the
be (c) correct sentence 'Various literary works were workers before the day broke.
submitted by each member of the literary club for the (c) All the pastries had been eaten by the workers
magazine.' before the day broke.
(d) All the pastries have been eaten by the
A.V.- Subject + VII + object. workers before the day broke.
P.V.- Object + were + VIII + by + Subject. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c) : For the above given sentence is in ‘Active Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in active voice of
form’ of past perfect tense. So, there is passive structure future indefinite tense and its passive structure is
of past perfect tense is – P.v – Object + will/shall + be + verb3 + by subject +
A.V.- Sub. + had + v3 + obj. other word.
P.V.- Obj. + had + been + V3 + by + Sub Correct sentence –
Correct Passive Voice - The financial result will be announced by the
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). company’s board of directors at the annual meeting
14. Select the option that expresses the given tomorrow.
sentences in passive voice. We are organising
the charity function tomorrow. 17. Select the option that expresses the following
(a) The charity function is being organised sentence in active voice.
tomorrow. By whom were you taught English grammar
(b) The charity function is being organise and composition?
tomorrow. (a) Who has taught you English grammar and
(c) The charity function is been organised composition?
tomorrow. (b) Who taught you English grammar and
(d) The charity function is organised tomorrow. composition?
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III) (c) Who had taught you English grammar and
Ans. (a) : The above given sentence is in 'Active composition?
Voice' of present continuous tense and the 'Passive (d) Whom taught you English grammar and
Voice' of this sentence is option (a) 'The charity composition?
function is being organised tomorrow.' Rules of 'Active SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
and Passive Voice'-
Ans. (b) : The above sentence is passive voice of post
A.V.- Subject + is/am/are + v1 + ing + object. indefinite. Its active voice structure will be -
P.V.- Object + is/am/are + being + VIII + by + P.V – By whom + was/were + obje. + VIII + Other
Subject. words.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). A.V – Who + VII + Object + Other words.
15. Select the option that expresses the given Correct Sentence -
sentence in active voice.
The deer was killed by the boar. Who taught you English grammar and Composition?
(a) The boar was killing the deer. 18. Select the option that expresses the given
(b) The boar was killed by the deer. sentence in active voice.
(c) The boar killed the deer. Why was such a letter written by your brother?
(d) The deer killed the boar. (a) Why is your brother writing such a letter?
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III) (b) Why did your brother write such a letter?
Ans. (c) : The above given sentence is in 'Passive (c) Why has your brother written such a letter?
Voice', of past indefinite tense and the 'Active Voice' of (d) Why your brother wrote such a letter?
this sentence is- 'The boar killed the deer'. SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III)
Rules of 'Active and Passive Voice'-
Ans. (b) : The above sentence is passive voice of
A.V.- Subj. + V2 + object interrogative of past indefinite tense. Its active
P.V.- object + was/were + VIII + by + subject structure will be-
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). P.V.- Why + was/were + object + VIII + by + Subject.
16. Select the option that expresses the given A.V.- Why + did + subject + VI + object.
sentence in passive voice. Correct Sentence-
The company’s board of directors will
announce the financial results at the annual Why did your brother write such a letter?
meeting tomorrow. 19. Select the option that expresses the given
(a) The financial results will have been sentence in passive voice.
announced by the company’s board of He won’t receive any better choice than this
directors at the annual meeting tomorrow. from anywhere.
(b) The financial results are being announced by (a) Any better choice won’t be received by him
the company’s board of directors at the than this from anywhere.
annual meeting tomorrow. (b) Any better choice won’t have been be
(c) The company’s board of directors announced received by him than this from any where.
the financial results at the annual meeting
tomorrow. (c) Any better choice wouldn’t have received by
(d) The financial result will be announced by the him than this from anywhere.
company’s board of directors at the annual (d) Any better choice shouldn’t be received by
meeting tomorrow. him than this from anywhere.
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Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in active voice of Ans. (d) : The above sentence is Active Voice of
future indefinite tense and its passive structure is – Present Perfect tense. Its Passive Structure will be-
P.V.– object + will/shall + not + be + V3 + by + subject A.V.- Sub. + has/have + v3 + obj.
+ other words. P.V.- Obj. + has/have + been + v3 +by + sub.
Correct Sentence– Correct Sentence-
Any better choice won’t be received by him than this An undigestible criticism has been raised by one group
from anywhere. of the club against the manager.
20. Select the option that expresses the given 23. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in passive voice sentence in active voice.
She might have completed her research by that The award was presented to her by the
time. director.
(a) Her research might have completed by her by (a) She presented the award to the director.
that time. (b) The director presented the award to her.
(b) Her research might had been completed by (c) The award presented to her by the director.
her by that time. (d) She was presenting the award to the director.
(c) Her research might have been completed by SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
her by that time. Ans. (b) : The above sentence is passive voice of past
(d) Her research might be completed by her by indefinite fense. He fetive voice structure will be -
that time. P.V. - Object + was/were + VIII + by + subject
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) A.V. - Subject + VII + Object.
Correct Sentence -
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is Active voice of present
perfect tense. Its passive voice structure will be – The director presented the award to her.
A.V. – subject + might have + V3 + object 24. Select the option that expresses the given
P.V. – object + might have + been + V3 + by + subject. sentence in passive voice.
Correct sentence – Access denied.
(a) Let it be known that access will be denied.
Her research might have been completed by her by that
time. (b) Access is being denied.
(c) Access has been denied.
21. Select the option that expresses the given (d) Let the access be denied.
sentence in active voice.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
By whom was the coffee made?
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is Active Voice of
(a) Who had made the coffee? Imperative sentence. Its passive structure will be -
(b) Who makes the coffee? A.V. - Object + V1
(c) Who made the coffee? P.V. - Let + Object + be + VIII
(d) Who has made the coffee? Correct Sentence -
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) Let the access be denied.
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is passive voice of 25. Select the option that expresses the given
interrogative of past Indefinite tense, Its Active voice sentence in active voice.
structure will be- The first prize will be won by Williams in the
P.V.– By whom + was + v3 + object singing competition.
A.V.– who + V2 + object (a) Williams had won the first prize in the
Correct sentence – singing competition.
who made the coffee ? (b) Williams wins the first prize in the singing
22. Select the option that expresses the given competition.
sentence in passive voice. (c) Williams will be winning the first prize in the
One group of the club has raised an singing competition.
undigestible criticism against the manager. (d) Williams will win the first prize in the singing
competition.
(a) An undigestible criticism had been raised by
one group of the club against the manager. SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
(b) An undigestible criticism would have been Ans. (d) : The above sentence is Passive voice of
raised by one group of the club against the future Indefinite tense. Its active voice structure will
be-
manager.
P.V.- Object + will + be + VIII + by + Sub. + Others.
(c) An undigestible criticism was being raised by
A.V.- Subject + Will + V1 + Object.
one group of the club against the manager.
Correct Sentence-
(d) An undigestible criticism has been raised by
one group of the club against the manager. William will win the first prize in the singing
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) competition.
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26. Select the option that expresses the given (a) The coffee must have been brought by the
sentence in active voice. The newspaper was boy.
read by me. (b) The coffee will have been brought by the boy.
(a) I read the newspaper (c) The coffee would have been brought by the
(b) I will read the newspaper boy.
(c) I had read the newspaper (d) The coffee will be brought by the boy.
(d) I was reading the newspaper SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (d) : To convert the given active voice of future
Ans. (a) : The above given sentence is in passive voice simple Tense into passive voice, The rules to be
of 'Past Indefinite tense'. Its Active Voice structure will followed are–
be- Active voice – Subject + will/shall + V1 + object.
P.V.- Obj. + was/were + v3 + by + sub. Passive voice – object + will/shall + be + V3 + by +
subject.
A.V.- Sub. + V2 + Obj.
Correct passive form – The coffee will be brought by
Correct Sentence- the boy.
I read the newspaper.
30. Select the option that expresses the given
27. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
sentence in passive voice. The dog was run over by a truck.
The students must complete the assignment by (a) A truck had run over the dog.
Friday. (b) A truck runs over the dog.
(a) The students will have completed the (c) A truck ran over the dog.
assignment by Friday. (d) A truck has run over the dog.
(b) The assignment will be completed by the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
students by Friday.
Ans. (c) : The given sentence is in passive voice of past
(c) The assignment must be complete by Friday indefinite tense. It can be expressed in Active voice
by the students. with the help of following rules/structures –
(d) The assignment must be completed by the Passive voice – object + was/were +V3 + by + Subject
students by Friday. Active voice – subject + V2 +object
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) Correct Active form
Ans. (d) : Rules to change modal (must) into passive A truck ran over the dog.
voice is –
31. Select the option that expresses the following
Active voice – Subject + Modal (must) + v1 + object + sentence in active voice.
other words The tickets had already been booked by my
Passive voice – Object + Modal (must) + be + v3 + by + friend.
subject + other words (a) The tickets had already booked my friend.
Correct Sentence (b) My friend has already booked the tickets.
The assignment must be completed by the students by (c) My friend already booked the tickets.
friday. (d) My friend had already booked the tickets.
28. Select the option that correctly expresses the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
following sentence in active voice. Ans. (d) : Rules to be used to change the given sentence
This was talked about in the meeting by the from passive voice to active voice is–
officers. Passive voice – Object + had been + V3 + by + Subject
(a) The officers were talking about in the Active voice – Subject + had + V3 + Object
meeting. Correct Active form
(b) The officers talked about this in the meeting. My friend had already booked the tickets
(c) The officers in the meeting had talked about 32. Select the option that expresses the given
it. sentence in active voice.
(d) The officers talk about this in the meeting. Let the book be read by me.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) (a) Let me read the book.
Ans. (b) : The sentence is in passive form of past (b) Let me had read the book.
indefinite tense, for changing the given sentence in (c) Let me please read the book.
active voice, below mentioned rules are to be used– (d) Let me have read the book.
Passive voice – object + was/were + v3 + by + subject SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Active voice – Subject + v2 + objects Ans. (a) : following rules are to be followed to Convert
Correct Active form – the given sentence into active voice-
The officers talked about this in the meeting Passive voice – Let + object + be + V3 + by + Subject
29. Select the option that expresses the given Active voice – Let + Subject + V1 + object
sentence in passive voice. Correct Active form–
The boy will bring the coffee. Let me read the book.
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33. Select the option that correctly expresses the 37. Select the most appropriate option that
following sentence in passive voice. expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
The child will recite the poem. The director hired the new employee after the
(a) The poem will be recited by the child. interview.
(b) The poem will recite by the child. (a) The new employee hired by the director after
(c) By child poem will be recited. the interview.
(d) The poem is recited by the child. (b) The new employee was hired by the director
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I) after the interview.
(c) The new employee will be hired by the
Ans. (a) : The above given sentence is in active
director after the interview.
voice of simple future tense. Its passive voice will be
made from the following structure – (d) The new employee is being hired by the
director after the interview.
A.V. – sub. + will/shall + VI + other words.'
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
P.V. – obj: + will/shall + be + VIII + by + sub.'
Correct Passive voice – The poem will be recited Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in active voice of past
by the child .' indefinite tense. Its passive voice structure will be –
A.V. – Sub.+ VII + obj. + other words.
34. Select the option that expresses the given
P.V. – obj. + was/were + VIII + by + sub. + other words.
sentence in active voice.
Correct passive voice – The new employee was hired by
French is taught to us by Miss Glenn. the director after the interview.
(a) Miss Glenn is teaching us French.
(b) Miss Glenn teaches us French. 38. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in passive voice.
(c) Miss Glenn teach us French.
The speech of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam influences
(d) Miss Glenn taught us French. young minds.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I) (a) Young minds are influenced by the speech of
Ans. (b) : The above given sentence is in passive voice Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.
of simple present tense. Its active voice will be made (b) Young minds get influenced by Dr. APJ
from the following rules – Abdul Kalam
A.V. – sub. + v1 + s/es + obj. (c) Young minds were influenced by the speech
P.V. – obj. + is/am/are +v3 + others + by + sub. of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.
Correct active voice – 'Miss Glenn teaches us French'. (d) The speech of Dr. APJ Adul Kalam is very
35. Select the option that expresses the given influencing.
sentence in active voice. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
The snake was killed by Shyam. Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in active voice of
(a) Shyam kills the snake. simple present tense. Its passive voice structure will be–
(b) Shyam had killed the snake. A.V. – Sub. + VI + s/es +obj. + other words.
(c) Shyam killed the snake. P.V. – obj. + is/are + VIII + by + sub. + other words.
(d) Shyam has killed the snake. Correct passive voice – Young minds are influenced by
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) the speech of Dr. APJ Abdul kalam.
Ans. (c) : The given sentence is passive voice of Past 39. Select the option that expresses the given
Indefinite tense. It will be changed into active voice, sentence in passive voice.
using following rules–
You should apply for the job before the
Passive voice – object + was/were + V3 + by + Subject deadline.
Active voice – Subject + V2 + object (a) The deadline should not be crossed for the job
Correct Active Voice- application.
Shyam killed the snake.
(b) The job should be applied for before the
36. Select the option that expresses the given deadline.
sentence in active voice.
(c) The job could be applied for after the
Let the door be shut.
deadline.
(a) The door should be shut.
(b) You are requested to shut the door. (d) You should be applying for the job before the
(c) Let you shout the door. deadline is.
(d) Shut the door. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in active voice of
Ans. (d) : The given sentence after being converted into modal form. its passive voice structure will be –
Active voice will get the form mentioned in option (b). A.V. – Sub. + would/should + VI + obj. + other words.
The rules of conversion of imperative sentence– P.V. – obj. + would/should + be + VIII + sub. + other
Passive voice – Let + object + be + V3 words
Active voice – verb1 + object. Correct Passive voice – 'The job should be applied for
Correct active form – Shut the door. before the deadline.'
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40. Select the option that expresses the given Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of 'locked'
sentence in active voice. makes it clear that the sentence is Active voice of Past
Was the painting stolen by the thief? Indefinit tense. Its Passive structure will be-
(a) Was the thief not stealing the painting? A.V – Sub + v2 + obj
(b) Did the thief steal the painting? P.V – obj + was/were + v3 +by + Sub.
(c) Was the painting being stolen by the thief? Correct Passive Voice:
(d) Did not the thief steal the painting? The shutters were locked by the child.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III) 44. Select the correct passive form of fthe given
sentence.
Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in passive voice of
Susan writes recipes for the cookbook.
interrogative sentence of past indefinite tence.
(a) Recipes are write by Susan for the cookbook.
Its active voice structure will be – (b) Recipes were written by Susan for the
A.V. – Did + Sub. + V1 + obj. + ? cookbook.
P.V. – Was/were + obj. + VIII + by + Sub. + ? (c) Recipes are written by Susan for the
Correct Active voice – Did the thief steal the painting? cookbook.
41. Select the option that expresses the following (d) Recipes are being written by Susan for the
sentence in active voice. cookbook.
A play is being staged by our group this SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II)
evening. Ans. (c) : The above sentence is Active Voice of
(a) Our group stages a play this evening. Simple Present tense. Its Passive structure will be-
(b) Our group staged a play this evening. A.V – Sub. + V1 + s/es + obj.
(c) Our group is staging a play this evening. P.V – Obj. + is/am/are + v3 + by + sub.
(d) A play staged our group this evening. Correct Passive Voice
Recipes are written by Susan for the cookbook.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II)
45. The given sentence is in active voice. Change
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in passive voice of the voice of the sentence. Select the Correct
present continuous tense. Its active voice structure will Option from the sentence given in options
be – Vasant has has delered the speech.
A.V. Sub. + is/am/ are + v+ ing + obj. + others. (a) Vasant delivers the speech on time.
P.V. – Obj. + is/am/are + being + VIII + by + sub. + (b) The speech was timely delivered by Vasant.
others. (c) The speech was timely delivered by Vasant.
Correct Active voice – 'Our group is staging a play this (d) The speech has been delivered by Vasant.
evening.' SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
42. Select the option that expresses the given Ans. (d) : The above sentence is Active Voice of
sentence in active voice. Mathematical Present Perfect Tense. Its Passive voice will be-
problems are never solved daily by him. A.V.- Subject + has / have + v3 + object
(a) He solves never mathematical problems daily. P.V.- Object + has / have + been + v3 + by + subject.
(b) He has solved never mathematical problems 46. Select the correct passive form of the given
daily. sentence.
(c) He never solves mathematical problems daily. Picasso painted Guernica in 1937.
(d) He solve never mathematical problems daily. (a) Guernica was painting by Picasso in 1937.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) (b) Guernica was been painted by Picasso in
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in passive voice of 1937.
present tense. Its active voice will be made from (c) Guernica was paint by Picasso in 1937.
Indefinite the following structure – (d) Guernica was painted by Picasso in 1937.
A.V. – 'Sub.+ never + VI + s/es + object + others.' SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
P.V. – obj. + is/am/are + never + VIII + others + by + Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, Sub+V2 makes it clear
sub.' that the sentence is in Simple Past Tense. Its Passive
Correct Active voice – 'He never solves mathematical Structure is-
problems daily.' A.V.- Sub+V2 + obj
P.V.- Obj + was/were + V3 + by + sub
43. Select the correct passive form of the given
sentence. 47. Select the correct passive form of the given
sentence.
The child locked the shutters. The manager lost the letter.
(a) The shutters were locked by the child. (a) The letter was loss by the manager.
(b) The shutters are locked by the child. (b) The letter was loose by the manager.
(c) The shutters would be locked by the child. (c) The letter was lost by the manager.
(d) The shutters had been locked by the child. (d) The letter was lose by the manager.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (c) : In the given sentence the use of 'Lost makes it 51. Select the correct passive form of the given
clear that the sentence is in simple Past. Hence its sentence.
Passive Voice structure will be- The maid washes the windows every week.
A.V. - Sub +V2+obj (a) The windows are wash every week by the
P.V.- obj + was/were+V3+by+Sub. maid.
Correct Passive voice- The letter was lost by the (b) The windows were washed every week by the
manager. maid.
48. Choose the option that is the correct passive (c) The windows are washed every week by the
form of the sentence. maid.
Shivam does not play football. (d) The windows was washed every week by the
(a) Football will not played by Shivam. maid.
(b) Football is not played by Shivam. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
(c) Football was not played by Shivam. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "washes"
(d) Football has not played by Shivam. (verb1 + s/es) makes it clear that the sentence is in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III) Present Indefinite tense. Hence its Passive structure will
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of 'does not be-
play' (v1) makes it clear that the sentence is Active voice A.V – Subject + verb1 + (s/se) + object + other words.
of Present Indefinite tense. Hence its Passive structure P.V– Object + is/am/are + verb3 + other words + by
will be- + Subject
A.v- Subject + does/do + (not) + verb1 + object. Correct Sentence
P.v - object + is/am/are + (not) + verb3 + by + subject. The windows are washed every week by the maid.
Correct Sentence-
Football is not played by shivam. 52. Choose the option that is the correct passive
form of the sentence.
49. Select the correct passive form of the given The culture was losing its meaning.
sentence.
(a) The culture lost it's meaning
The tigress was trailing the stag.
(a) The stag had been trailed by the tigress. (b) The meaning of the culture was lost
(b) The stag was trailed by the tigress. (c) The meaning of the culture was being lost
(c) The stag was trailing by the tigress. (d) The meaning of the culture will lost
(d) The stag was being trailed by the tigress. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of was + losing
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of 'was + (verb+ing) makes it clear that the sentence is in Past
trailing' makes it clear that the sentence is Active voice continuous. Hence its Passive voice structure will be-
of Past Continuous Tense. Hence its Passive voice A.V– Subject + was/were + verb1 + ing + object
structure will be- P.V – Object + was/were + being + verb3 + (by +
A.v- Subject + was/were +V1 + ing + object. Subject)
P.v- object + was/were + being +verb3 + by + Subject. Correct Sentence :
Correct sentence- The meaning of the culture was being lost.
The Stag was being trailed by the tigress. 53. Select the correct active form of the given
50. The given sentence is in active voice. Change sentence.
the voice of the sentence. Select the correct A car full of explosives was apprehended today
option from the sentences given in options. by the forces.
The story explores the conflicting range of (a) The forces are apprehending a car full of
human emotions. explosives today.
(a) The conflicting range of human emotions had (b) A car full of explosive has apprehended the
explored by the story. forces today.
(b) The conflicting range of human emotions did (c) The forces apprehended a car full of
explored by the story. explosives today.
(c) The conflicting range of human emotions is (d) The forces have apprehended a car full of
explored by the story. explosive today.
(d) The conflicting range of human emotions has SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
explored by the story. Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Passive Voice of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) past Indefinite tense. Its Active Voice structure will be–
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Explores" A.V. → Sub. + v2 + obj. + others.
(verb1 + s/es) makes it clear that the sentence is in P.V. → Obj. + was/were + v3 + by + sub. + others.
Present Indefinete tense. Hence its Passive Voice Cor. Active Voice -
Structure will be. The forces apprehended a car full of explosives today.
AV – Subject + Verb1 (s/es) + object 54. Select the correct passive voice of the given
PV – object + is/am/are + Verb3 + by + Subject. sentence.
Correct Sentence – The conflicting range of human A good conclusion summarises the highlights of
emotions is explored by the story. a speech.
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(a) The good conclusion is summarized by the 57. Select the correct passive voice of the given
highlights of the speech sentence.
(b) The highlights of a speech are summarized in I am reviewing a book by Ruskin Bond.
a good conclusion. (a) A book by Ruskin Bond is being reviewed by
(c) A good conclusion of a speech is summarized
by the highlights. me.
(d) A speech highlight is summarized by a good (b) A book by Ruskin Bond would be reviewed
conclusion. by me.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I (c) A book by Ruskin Bond was to be reviewed
Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in Active voice of the by me.
present Indefinite tense. Its passive structure will be– (d) A book by Ruskin Bond has been reviewed
A.V. → Sub. + V1 + obj. + others. by me.
P.V. → Obj. + is/am/are + v3 + by + sub. + others. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
Cor. Passive voice - Ans. (a) : The above given sentence is in Active voice
The highlights of a speech are summarised in a good of the present continuous tense. Its passive voice
conclusion.
structure will be–
55. Select the correct active voice of the given
sentence. A.V. → Sub. + is/am/are + vIng + obj. + others.
A standing ovation was received by the P.V. → Obj. + is/am/are + being + v3 + by + sub. +
storytellers who participated in the others.
International Festival. Cor. Passive voice -
(a) The storytellers who participated in the A book by Ruskin Bond is being reviewed by me.
International Festival will be receiving a 58. Select the correct active voice of the given
standing ovation. sentence.
(b) The storytellers who participated in the A brave fight was put by the cancer patient and
International Festival had been receiving a she finally won the battle.
standing ovation. (a) The cancer patient put up a brave fight and
(c) In the International Festival the participating she finally won the battle.
storytellers were receiving a standing ovation. (b) The cancer patient had put up a brave fight
(d) The storytellers who participated in the and she finally won the battle.
International Festival received a standing (c) A brave fight was being put up by the cancer
ovation. patient and she finally won the battle.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I (d) A brave fight had been put up by the cancer
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in passive voice of past patient and she finally won the battle.
Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will be– SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
A.V. → Sub. + V2 + obj. + others. Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of past
P.V. → Obj. + was/were + v3 + by + sub. + others. Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will be–
Cor. Active voice - A.V. → Sub. + v2 + obj. + others.
The storytellers who participated in the International P.V. → Obj. + was/were + v3 + by + sub. + others.
Festival received a standing ovation. Cor. Active voice -
56. Select the correct active form of the given The cancer patient put up a brave fight and she finally
sentence. won the battle.
The environment has been ruthlessly destroyed 59. Select the option that expresses the given
in this area by the growth of industry. sentence in passive voice.
(a) The growth of industry is ruthlessly Robots are performing delicate surgeries.
destroying the environment in this area.
(b) The growth of industry will ruthlessly destroy (a) Delicate surgeries are performed by robots.
the environment in this area. (b) Delicate surgeries were being performed by
(c) The growth of industry has ruthlessly robots.
destroyed the environment in this area. (c) Delicate surgeries have been performed by
(d) The environment in this area has ruthlessly robots.
destroyed the growth of industry. (d) Delicate surgeries are being performed by
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I robots.
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of the SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
Assertive sentence of the present perfect tense. Its Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Active voice of
Active voice structure will be – present continuous tense. Its Passive voice structure will
A.V. → Sub. + has/have + V3 + obj. + others. be –
P.V. → Obj. + has/have + been + v3 + by + sub. + A.V.→ Sub. + is/am/are + vIng + obj. + others.
others. P.V.→ Obj. + is/am/are + being +v3+ by + sub. +
Cor. Active voice - others.
The growth of industry has ruthlessly destroyed the Cor. Passive Voice-
environment in this area. Delicate surgeries are being performed by robots.

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60. Select the option that expresses the given 63. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in active voice. sentence in active voice.
When will the new laws be implemented by the The money shall have been withdrawn from
government? the bank by tomorrow.
(a) When would the government implement the (a) We are going to withdraw the money from
new laws? the bank by tomorrow.
(b) When will the government implement the (b) We shall withdraw the money from the bank
new laws? by tomorrow.
(c) When has the government implemented the (c) We shall have withdrawn the money from the
new laws? bank by tomorrow.
(d) When did the government implement the new
(d) We shall be withdrawing the money from the
laws? bank by tomorrow.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
Ans. (b) : The given sentence is in Passive voice of Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of (Shall have
future Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will be been + withdrawn (V3) makes it clear that the given
– sentence is in Passive voice of Future perfect tense. It
A.V.→ Sub. + will/shall + v1 + obj. + others. Active voice structure will be –
P.V.→ Obj. + will/shall + be + v3 + by + sub. + others. A.V.– Subject + will/shall + have + verb3 + object +
Cor. Active voice - other words.
When will the government implement the new laws.
P.V.– Subject + will/shall + have + been + verb3 + (by +
61. Select the most appropriate active form of the subject) + other words
given sentence. Correct Active Voice-
Those who help themselves are helped by God. We shall have withdrawn the money from the bank by
(a) God helps those who help themselves. tomorrow.
(b) Help yourself and God will help you.
64. Select the option that expresses the given
(c) God is helping those who are helping others
sentence in active voice.
(d) If you help yourself, God will help you.
Has Rahul been declared fit to play the next
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II match ?
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in Passive Voice of the (a) Did they declare Rahul fit to play the next
simple present tense. Its Active Voice structure will be- match ?
A.V.– Subject + verb1 (s/es) + object + other words. (b) Has Rahul declared the next match fit to
P.V.– Object + is/am/are + verb3 + by + subject. play?
Correct Active Voice- (c) Have they declared Rahul fit to play the next
God helps those who help themselves. match ?
62. Select the most appropriate passive form of the (d) Are they declaring Rahul fit to play the next
given sentence. match ?
Please do not pluck any flowers from the SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
temple compound. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of (has + Object
+ been + V3) makes it clear that the sentence is Passive
(a) You are requested not to pluck any flowers
voice of Interrogative sentence (Yes/No answer type) of
from the temple compound. present perfect tense. Its Active structure will be–
(b) No flowers can be plucked from the temple A.V.– Has/Have + subject + verb3 + object + other
compound. words + ?
(c) How can any flowers to plucked from the P.V.– Has/Have + object + been + verb3 + other words.
temple compound ? (by + subject) + ?
(d) Let any flowers not to be plucked from the Correct Active Voice-
temple compound. Have they declared Rahul fit to play the next match?
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II 65. Select the most appropriate passive form of the
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of requested given sentence.
word 'Please' makes it clear that the given sentence is in Granny had given Uncle Ken a good lecture on
Active Voice of Imprative sentence. Its Passive voice how to be a responsible adult.
structure will be– (a) Uncle Ken was giving a good lecture to
Granny on how to be a responsible adult.
A.V.– (Please) + Do not + Verb1 + object + Other
(b) Granny was given a good lecture by Uncle
words. Ken on how to be responsible adult.
P.V. – You are requested/adviced/ordered + (not) + to (c) Uncle Ken was being given a good lecture by
verb1 + object + other words. Grany on how to be a responsible
Correct Passive Voice– (d) Uncle Ken had been given a good lecture by
You are requested not to pluck any flowers from the Granny on how to be a responsible adult.
temple compound. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
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Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of (had + V3) (a) A severe locust outbreak in Rajasthan and
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice Gujarat has been witnessed by the country.
of past perfect tense. Its Passive structure will be– (b) A severe locust outbreak in the country is
A.V.– Subject + had + verb3 + object + other words. being witnessed by Rajasthan and Gujarat.
P.V.– Object + had been + verb3 + by + subject + other (c) A severe locust outbreak in Rajasthan and
words. Gujarat is witnessing the country.
(d) A severe locust outbreak in Rajasthan and
Correct Passive Voice-
Gujarat is being witnessed by the country.
Uncle Ken had been given a good lecture by Granny on SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
how to be a responsible adult.
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Active voice of
66. Select the most appropriate active form of the Present continuous tense. Its Passive voice structure will
given sentence. be–
Rani's car is twelve years old but it has not A.V. - Sub + is/am/are + Ving + Obj + Other words.
been used much. P.V. - Objec + is/am/are + being + VIII + Subjct + by
(a) Rani's car is twelve years old but she isn't + Other words.
using it much. Correct Passive Voice–
(b) Rani's car is twelve years old but she hasn't A severe locust outbreak in Rajasthan and Gujarat is
being witnessed by the country.
used it much
(c) Rani's car is twelve years old but she didn't 69. Select the option that expresses the given
use it much sentence in passive voice.
(d) Rani's car is twelve years old but it hasn't His employer trusts him completely.
used her much. (a) He was completely trusted by his employer
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II (b) His employer was completely trusted by him
(c) He has been completely trusted by his
Ans. (b) : The above sentence in which two clauses are employer
given the voice of the clause changes in which the (d) He is completely trusted by his employer
object is given. Hence there will be change in the
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
second clause of the above sentence. In which "has been
used (V3)" given it is clear that the sentence is in Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Active voice of
passive voice of Present Perfect tense. So its Active Assertive sentence of Present Indefinite tense. Its
voice structure will be– Passive structure will be–
AV – Subject + has/have + (not) + verb3 + object + Active voice - Sub + V1 + object + Other words
other words. Passive voice - Obj. + is/am/are + V3 + by + subject +
Other words
P.V. – Object + has/have + (not) + been + verb3 + (by +
subject) Currect Passive Voice-
He is completely trusted by his employer.
Correct Active Voice-
Rani's car is twelve years old but she hasn't used it 70. Select the option that expresses the given
much. sentenc in active voice.
Let a strict eye be kept on romour mongers.
67. Select the correct passive form of the given (a) Let rumour mongers keep a strict eye.
sentence. (b) Rumour mongers should keep a strict eye.
The family was watching Ramayana on the TV. (c) Keep a strict eye on rumour mongers.
(a) Ramayan was watching the family on the TV. (d) You should have kept a strict eye on rumour
(b) Ramayan is being watched by the family on mongers.
the TV. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
(c) Ramayan was being watched by the family on Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of
the TV. imperative sentence. Its active structure will be–
(d) Ramayan has been watched by the family on • Active voice - Verb (V1 Form) + Object
the TV. Passive voice - Let + Object + be + V3 + Other
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II words
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Active voice of Currect Active Voice-
Present continuous tense. Its Passive voice structure will Keep a strict eye on rumour mongers.
be–
A.V.- Sub. + Was/Were + Ving + Obj. + other 71. Select the correct passive form of the given
P.V.- Obj. + was/were + being + verb3 + by + Sub. sentence.
other words. Anurag has given me this book to read.
(a) I have given this book to Anurag to read.
Correct Passive Voice– (b) This book has given me Anurag to read.
Ramayan was being watched by the family on the TV. (c) This book has been given by me to Anurag to
68. Select the correct passive form of the given read.
sentence. (d) I have been given this book by Anurag to
The country is witnessing a severe locust read.
outbreak in Rajasthan and Gujarat. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (d) : The given active voice of the above sentence (a) The last few days have crossed the fifty
is in present perfect tense. thousand marks in Sensex
Its Passive Voice structure will be- (b) The fifty thousand marks has crossed Sensex
Active voice– Subject + has/have + V3 + object. in the last few days.
Passive voice– Object + have/has + been + V3 + by + (c) Sensex have crossed the fifty thousand mark
Subject. in the last few days.
The correct passive voice will be– (d) Sensex has been crossed in the last few days
'I have been given this book by Anurag to read.' by the fifty thousand mark.
72. Select the correct passive form of the given SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
sentence. Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of
Authorities have stepped up efforts to control Present Perfect tense. Its Active voice structure will be–
the invasion of locusts in Rajasthan and A. v. → Sub. + has/have + V3 + obj. + others.
Gujarat. P. v. → Obj. + has/have + been + V3 + by + sub. +
(a) Efforts to control the invasion of locusts in others.
Rajasthan and Gujarat are being stepped up Correct Active voice–
by the authorities.
(b) Efforts to control the invasion of locusts in Sensex have crossed the fifty thousand mark in the last
Rajasthan and Gujarat were stepped up by the few days.
authorities. 75. Select the correct active form of the given
(c) Efforts to control the invasion of locusts in sentence.
Rajasthan and Gujarat were being stepped up How much was paid by you for this watch?
by the authorities. (a) How much were you paid for this watch?
(d) Efforts to control the invasion of locusts in (b) How much have you paid for this watch?
Rajasthan and Gujarat have been stepped up (c) How much did you pay for this watch?
by the authorities. (d) How much are you paying for this watch?
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "have + V3" Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of
makes it clear that the sentence is in Active voice of Interrogative sentence of past indefinite tense. Its Active
Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure will voice structure will be–
be– A.v. → How much + did + Sub. + VI + obj + others?
A. v. → Sub. + has/have + V3 + obj. + others. P.v. → How much + was/were + Obj. + V3. + by + sub.
P. v. → Obj. + has/have + been + V3 + by + sub. + + others?
others.
Cor. Passive voice – Correct Active Voice-
How much did you pay for this watch?
Efforts to control the invasion of locusts in Rajasthan
and Gujarat have been stepped up by the authorities. 76. Select the correct active voice of the given
sentence.
73. Select the option that expresses the given What should be done with my hands when I
sentence in passive voice. speak in public?
Dalal Street houses the headquarters of (a) What should be done when I speak in public
Bombay Stock Exchange. with my hands?
(a) The headquarters of Bombay Stock Exchange (b) What shall I do when I speak with my hands
are housed on Dalal Street. in public?
(b) Dalal Street is housed the headquarters of (c) What should I do with my hands when I
Bombay Stock Exchange. speak in public?
(c) The headquarters of Bombay Stock Exchange (d) What should I do when I speak with my
is housed by Dalal Street. hands in public?
(d) The headquarters of Bombay Stock Exchange SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
is being housed on Dalal Street.
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II modal verb of Interrogative sentence. Its Active voice
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in Active voice of structure will be–
Assertive sentence of simple present tense. Its Passive A.V. – Wh-word + modal verb + sub + V1 + object +
voice structure will be– Other words + ?
A. v.→ Sub. + VI + obj. + others P.V. – Wh-word + modal verb + sub + be + V3 + by +
P. v. → Obj. + is/am/are + V3 + by + sub. + others. object + ?
Cor. Passive voice:- Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
The headquarters of Bombay Stock Exchange are 77. Select the option that expresses the given
housed on Dalal Street. sentence in passive voice.
74. Select the option that expresses the given Enjoy instant benefits by becoming a member.
sentence in active voice. (a) Let instant benefits be enjoyed by becoming a
The fifty thousand mark has been crossed by member.
Sensex in the last few days. (b) Instant benefits for members can be enjoyed.
Active / Passive Voice 302 YCT
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(c) Instant benefits will be enjoyed if you become A.V.– Subject + has/have + verb3 + object
a member. P.V.– Object + has/have + been + verb3 + (by + subject)
(d) Instant members can enjoy benefits. Correct Active Voice–
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I Someone has cleaned the utensils.
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in Active voice of 81. Select the option that expresses the given
Imperative sentence. Its Passive voice structure will be– sentence in active voice.
A.V.–V1 + object + other words. The car was being washed by me.
P.V. – Let + object + be + V3 + other words. (a) I was washing the car
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). (b) I washed the car
(c) I had been washing the car
78. Select the correct passive voice of the given (d) I did the washing car
sentence. SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
The doctor told me to start taking medicines Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "was being +
prescribed by him. V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
(a) The doctor had told me to start taking voice of Past continuous tense. Its Active voice
medicines prescribed by him. structure will be–
(b) I was told by the doctor to start taking A.V. – Subject + was/were + verb + ing + object + other
medicines prescribed by him. words.
(c) The doctor was told to start taking medicines P.V. – Object + was/were + being + verb3 + by + subject
prescribed by me daily. (objective case)
(d) I had been told by the doctor to start taking Correct Active Voice-
medicines prescribed by him. I was washing the car.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I 82. Select the option that expresses the given
Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in Active voice of sentence in active voice.
Assertive sentence of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive All the electric poles in the suburbs were
voice structure will be– destroyed by the cyclone last year.
A.V. – Sub. + V2 + object + Other words (a) The cyclone destroyed all the electric poles in
P.V. – Object + was/were + V3 + by + Sub. + Other the suburbs last year.
words (b) The cyclone destroyed all the suburbs by the
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). electric poles last year.
(c) The cyclone was destroyed by the all the
79. Select the correct active form of the given electric poles in the suburbs last year.
sentence. (d) The cyclone was being destroyed with all the
The food can now be removed from the dining electric poles in the suburbs last year.
table. SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
(a) We will now remove the food from the dining Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "were + V3"
table. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive voice
(b) We should now remove the food from the of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will
dining table. be –
(c) We might now remove the food from the A.V. – Subject + verb2 + object + other words.
dining table. P.V.– Object + was/were + verb3 + by + subject + other
(d) We can now remove the food from the dining words.
table. Correct Active Voice-
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I The cyclone distroyed all the electric poles in the
Ans. (d) : The given sentence is in Passive voice of suburbs last year.
model sentence. Its Active voice structure will be– 83. Select the option that expresses the given
A.V.–Sub + modal verb + VI + object sentence in active voice.
P.V.–Object + modal verb + be + V3 + (by + sub) The flyer for the international symposium is
being sent by students to institutes all over the
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). country.
80. Select the option that expresses the given (a) The flyer for the international symposium is
sentence in active voice. sent by students to institutes all over the
The utensils have been cleaned. country.
(a) Someone was cleaning the utensils. (b) Students are sending the flyer for the
(b) Someone has cleaned the utensils. international symposium to institutes all over
the country.
(c) Someone cleaned the utensils.
(c) The flyer is sending the students to institutes
(d) Someone is cleaning the utensils. all over the country for the international
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I symposium.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of (have been + (d) Students are being sent the flyer for the
V3) makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive international symposium to institutes all over
voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Active structure will the country.
be– SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
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Ans. (b) : In the given sentence the use of "is being + Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "Is floating
V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive (V1 + ing)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
voice of Present continuous tense. Its Active voice Active voice of Present continuous tense. Its Passive
structure will be– structure will be–
A.V. – Subject + is/am/are + verb + ing + object + A.V. – Subject + is/am/are + verb1 + ing + object
(other words) P.V.– Object + is/am/are + being + verb3 + by + subject
P.V. – Object + is/am/are + being + verb3 + by + subject Correct Passive Voice–
+ (other word), A grand plan is being floated by Siddharth next week.
84. Select the option that expresses the given 87. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in active voice.
sentence in passive voice.
The incident was narrated by somebody to
Alfred's doctor treated Rohan for his fever. Naresh.
(a) Rohan was treats by Alfred's doctor for his (a) Somebody narrated the incident to Naresh.
fever. (b) Somebody was about to narrate the incident
(b) Rohan will be treated by Alfred's doctor for to Naresh.
his fever. (c) Somebody will narrate the incident to Naresh.
(c) Rohan has been treated by Alfred's doctor for (d) Somebody was narrating the incident to
his fever. Naresh.
(d) Rohan was treated by Alfred's doctor for his SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
fever. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of 'was + V3"
SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive voice
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of treated (V2) of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice be–
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will P.V.– Object + was/were + verb3 + by + subject +
be– otherword.
A.V. – Subject + verb2 + object + other words A.V.– Subjet + verb2 + object + otherwords.
P.V.– Object + was/were + verb3 + by + subject + other Correct Active Voice–
words. Somebody narrated the incident to Naresh.
Correct Passive Voice- 88. Select the option that expresses the given
Rohan was treated by Alfred's doctor for his fever. sentence in passive voice.
The government presented awards to eminent
85. Select the option that expresses the given people.
sentence in passive voice.
(a) Eminent people were being presented awards
You have lost your note book. by the government.
(a) Your note book got lost. (b) Eminent people were presented awards by the
(b) You note book is lost. government.
(c) Your note book has been lost. (c) Eminent people are being presented awards
(d) Your not book have been lost. by the government.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I (d) Eminent people are presented awards by the
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "have V3" government.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III
of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure will Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in Active voice of past
be– Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will be–
A.V.– Subject + has/have + verb3 + object A.V.– Subject + verb2 + object
P.V.– Object + has/have+been + verb3 + (by + subject) P.V.– Object + was/were + verb3 + by + subject.
Correct Passive Voice– Correct Passive Voice–
Your note book has been lost. Eminent people were presented awards by the
government.
86. Select the option that expresses the given 89. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in passive voice. sentence in active voice.
Siddharth is floating a grand plan by next The new bride is going to be admired by
week. everyone in the family.
(a) Next week is keeping afloat by Siddharth’s (a) Everybody in the family was going to admire
grand plan. the new bride.
(b) Siddharth is being floated by a grand plan (b) Everybody in the family is going to admire
next week. the new bride.
(c) A grand plan is being floating by Siddharth (c) Everybody in the family has been going to
next week. admire the new bride.
(d) A grand plan is being floated by Siddharth (d) Everybody in the family was admiring the
next week. new bride.
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "To be Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of 'To alter"
admired" makes it clear that the given sentence is in makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
Passive voice of Infinitive. Its Active voice structure of Infinitive. Its Passive voice structure will be–
will be– P.V.- Object (Phrase) + to + be + verb3 + by + subject
P.V.– Object (Phrase) + to + be + Verb3 + subject (phrase)
(Phrase) A.V.- Sub.( Phrase) + to + V1 + Obj. (Phrase)
A.V. – Subject (Phrase) + to + verb1 + object (Phrase) Correct Passive Voice–
Correct Active Voice– The face of health sciences is likely to be altered by the
Everybody in the family is going to admire the new most recent studies on the human body.
bride.
93. Select the option that expresses the given
90. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in Passive voice.
sentence in active voice. Tell her to finish the work.
Admittance was refused to him by the airport (a) The work is to be finished by her.
security.
(b) To finish the work be told to her.
(a) The airport security refused him admittance.
(b) The airport security had refused him (c) Let she finish the work.
admittance . (d) Let her be told to finish the work.
(c) The airport security has refused him SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II
admittance. Ans. (d) : The above sentence is started form verb 'Tell
(d) The airport security is refusing him (VI)' and it makes clear that the sentence is in Active
admittance. voice of Imperative sentence. Its Passive structure will
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III be–
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "was + V3" A.V – Verb1 + Object + other words
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive voice P.V – Let + Object + be + Verb3 + other words
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will Correct Passive Voice-
be– Let her be told to finish the work.
P.V.– Object + was + verb3 + by + subject 94. Select the option that expresses the given
A.V.– Subject + verb2 + object sentence in passive voice.
Correct Active Voice– They will meet Freddy outside the airport.
The airport security refused him admittance. (a) Freddy will meet them outside the airport.
91. Select the option that expresses the given (b) They would be met by Freddy outside the
sentence in passive voice. airport.
You never hear of a happy billionaire. (c) Freddy would have been met outside the
(a) A happy billionaire never heard of. airport.
(b) A happy billionaire is never heard by you. (d) Freddy will be met by them outside the
(c) No one hears a happy billionaire. airport.
(d) A happy billionaire is never heard of SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of verb 'will
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of 'Hear' (V1) meet' (will + VI) makes it clear that the given sentence
makes it clear that the give sentence is in Active voice is in Active voice of Future Indefinite Tense. Its Passive
of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure voice structure will be–
will be– A.V – Subject + will/shall + Verb1 + Object + other
A.V.– Subject + verb1 + object words.
P.V. – Object + is/am/are+verb3 + by + subject P.V – Object + will/shall + be + verb3 + by + subject
Correct Passive Voice– (objective form) + other words.
A happy billionaire is never heard of. Correct passive Voice–
92. Select the option that expresses the given Freddy will be met by them outside the airport.
sentence in passive voice.
95. Select the option that expresses the given
The most recent studies on the human body are
sentence in active voice.
likely to alter the face of health sciences.
(a) The face of health sciences is likely to be Four grams of sodium chloride was added to
altered by the most recent studies on the the mixture by the research team.
human body. (a) The mixture added four grams of sodium
(b) The face of health sciences will be altering chloride to the research team.
the most recent studies on the human body. (b) The research team added four grams of
(c) The most face of health sciences is likely to sodium chloride to the mixture.
alter the recent studies on the human body. (c) The research team added the mixture to four
(d) The most recent studies on the human body grams of sodium chloride.
are likely to be altered by the face of health (d) Four grams of sodium chloride added the
sciences. mixture to the research team.
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of 'was added' 99. Select the option that expresses the given
(was + V3) makes it clear that the given sentence is sentence in active voice.
Passive voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice I have been informed of their decision.
structure will be– (a) They are informing me of their decision.
P.V. – Object + was/were + verb3 + by + subject + (b) They had informed me of their decision.
(other words) (c) They informed me of their decision.
A.V. – Subject + verb2 + object + (other words) (d) They have informed me of their decision.
Note- The use of 'other words' used in just after verb or SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III
in the end of the sentence. Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of
Correct Active Voice- Assertive form of Present Perfect tense. Its Active voice
The research team added four grams of sodium chloride structure will be–
to the mixture. A.V.- Sub + has/have + V3 + object + others.
96. Select the option that expresses the given P.V.- Obj. + has/have + been + V3 + by + Sub + other.
sentence in passive voice. Hence,
My father teaches students. Correct Active voice-
(a) Students are being taught by my father. They have informed me of their decision.
(b) Students are taught by my father. 100. Select the option that expresses the given
(c) A student is taught by my father. sentence in active voice.
(d) My father is teaching students. I was taught by shyam how to drive.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
(a) Shyam has taught me how to drive.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "teaches' (VI
+ s/es) makes it clear that the given sentence is in (b) I taught Shyam how to drive.
Active voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive (c) Shyam is teaching me how to drive.
voice structure will be– (d) Shyam taught me how to drive.
A.V.– Subject + Verb1 + Object SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
P.V.– Object + is/am/are + verb3 + by + Subject
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of verb (was +
Correct Passive Voice - taught) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Students are taught by my father. Passive voice of Simple Past Tense. Its Active voice
97. Select the option that expresses the given structure will be–
sentence in active voice. A.V = Subject +v2 + object + other words
Pygmalion was written by GB Shaw. P. V = Object + was/were + v3 + by + subject + other
(a) GB Shaw was writing Pygmalion. words.
(b) Pygmalion wrote GB Shaw. Correct Active Voice–
(c) GB Shaw wrote Pygmalion.
(d) GB Shaw was written by Pygmalion. Shyam taught me how to drive.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II 101. Select the correct passive voice of the given
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of 'was + sentence.
written (V3)' makes it clear that the given sentence is Hold the rope firmly.
Passive voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice (a) Let the rope hold you firmly.
structure will be– (b) Let the rope firmly hold you.
P.V.– Object + was/were + verb3 + by + subject (c) Let the rope be held firmly.
A.V.– Subject + Verb2 + object (d) Let the rope be hold firmly.
Correct Active Voice– SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
GB Shaw wrote Pygmalion. Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Active voice of
98. Select the correct active voice of the given Imperative sentence. Its Passive voice structure will be–
sentence. A.V. → VI + object + Others words.
The watchman has been bitten by a stray dog. P.V. → Let + object + be + v3 + other words.
(a) A stray dog bit the watchman. Correct Passive Voice-
(b) A stray dog is biting the watchman.
Let the rope be held firmly.
(c) A watchman has bitten the stray dog.
(d) A stray dog has bitten the watchman. 102. Select the option that expresses the given
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III sentence in active voice.
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of He is given proper guidance by his boss.
Assertive Form of Present Perfect Tense. Its Active (a) His boss is giving him proper guidance.
voice structure will be– (b) His boss gives him proper guidance.
A.V. - Subject + has/have + V3 + object + others (c) He gives proper guidance to his boss.
P.V. - Obj. + has/have + been + V3 + by + Sub + others (d) His boss has been giving him proper
Correct Active voice- guidance.
A Stray dog has bitten the watchman. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
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Ans. (b) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of (c) They are translating the poems of great
Assertive form of Present Indefinite tense. Its Active English poets into other languages.
voice structure will be– (d) They have translated the poems of great
A.V.– Subject + V1(s/es) + object + others words. English poets into other languages.
P.V.– Obj. of A.V. + is/am/are + V3 + by + Sub. of SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
A.V. + others. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "are + being
The Correct Active Voice is + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Passive voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Active
His boss gives him proper guidance. voice structure will be–
103. Select the option that expresses the given A.V – Sub + is/am/are + V1 + ing + obj + others
sentence in passive voice. P.V. – Obj.+is/am/are + being + V3 + by + Sub + others.
Can you carry my bag upstairs? Correct Active Voice-
(a) Can my bag be carried upstairs by you? They are translating the poems of great English poets
(b) Can your bag be carried upstairs by me? into other languages.
(c) Was my bag carried upstairs by you? 107. Select the option that expresses the given
(d) Could your bag be carried upstairs by me? sentence in passive voice.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II He opened the door for his mother.
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is Active voice of (a) The door was open by him for his mother.
Interrogative form of modal verb. Its Passive voice (b) The door had been opened by him for his
structure will be– mother.
A.V – Modal verb + sub + VI + object+other words + ?] (c) The door is opened by him for his mother.
P.V- Modal verb + obj of A.V + be + V3 +by+ sub of A.V + ? (d) The door was opened by him for his mother.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
104. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in passive voice. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject +
The judge found the prisoner guilty. V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
(a) The judge was found guilty by the prisoner. voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure
(b) The prisoner had been found guilty by the will be–
judge. A.V. – Sub + V2 + obj. + others.
(c) The prisoner has been found guilty by the P.V. – Obj. + was/were + V3 + by + sub. + others.
judge. Correct Passive Voice-
(d) The prisoner was found guilty by the judge. The door was opened by him for his mother.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I 108. Select the option that expresses the given
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Active voice of Past sentence in passive voice.
Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will be– She gifted me a beautiful handbag.
P.V.- [Obj (Sub.case) + was/were + V3 + by + sub. (obj. (a) I am being gifted a beautiful handbag by her.
case)] (b) I have been gifted a beautiful handbag by her.
(c) I was gifted a beautiful handbag by her.
A.V.- Sub. + V2 + Object. (d) I am gifted a beautiful handbag by her.
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II
105. Select the option that expresses the given Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of 'gifted' (V2)
sentence in passive voice. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
Who is creating this mess? of simple Past tense. Its Passive voice structure will be–
(a) By whom is this mess being created? A.V → Subject + V2 + Object + Other words
(b) Who has created this mess?
(c) By whom this mess being created? P.V → Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + other
(d) By whom has this mess been created? words
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I Correct Passive Voice–
I was gifted a beautiful handbag by her.
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is Active voice of
109. Select the option that expresses the given
Interrogative form of Present continuous tense. Its
Passive voice structure will be– sentence in passive voice.
Give the child a nourishing diet.
A.V.- Who + is/am/are + v1+ing + obj + ? (a) The child is given a nourishing diet.
P.V.- By whom + is/am/are + object + being + V3 + ? (b) The child must have given a nourishing diet.
The correct answer is potion (a). (c) The child should be given a nourishing diet.
106. Select the correct active voice of the given (d) The child was given a nourishing diet.
sentence. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II
The poems of great English poets are being Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Active voice of
translated into other languages. imperative sentence. Its Passive voice structure will be–
(a) They were translating the poems of great A.V → V1+ object + other words
English poets into other languages. P.V → Object + Should +be + V3 + other words
(b) They translated the poems of great English Correct Passive Voice–
poets into other languages. The child should be given a nourishing diet.
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110. Select the correct active voice from of the given (c) The firemen rescued all the inmates from the
sentence building.
A cartoon film is being watched by Praveen. (d) The firemen have rescued all the inmates
(a) Praveen had been watching cartoon film. from the building.
(b) Praveen is watching a cartoon film. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
(c) Praveen would like to watch a cartoon film.
(d) Praveen is watched a cartoon film. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of verb "Were +
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active Voice structure
Ans. (b) : The given sentence is in Passive voice of
will be–
Assertive form of Present Continuous tense. Its Active
voice structure will be– A.V.- Subject + V2 + object
A.V. Subject + is/am/are + v1+ing + object + others. P.A.- Subject + was/were + V3 + by + object
P.V. Obj. + is/am/are + being +V3 + by + Sub. + others. Correct Active Voice–
Correct Passive Voice– The firemen rescued all the inmates from the building.
Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
114. Select the correct passive voice of the given
111. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in passive voice. sentence.
They catch whale sharks commercially in some She is making a beautiful beaded curtain.
places around the world. (a) A beautiful beaded curtain is made by her.
(a) Whale sharks are caught commercially in (b) A beautiful beaded curtain was made by her.
some places around the world. (c) A beautiful beaded curtain is being made by
(b) Whale sharks have been caught commercially her.
in some places around the World. (d) A beautiful beaded curtain was being made
(c) Whale sharks were caught commercially in by her.
some places around the world. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
(d) Whale sharks are being caught commercially
in some places around the world. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of verb 'is +
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III making' (V1 + ing) makes it clear that the given
Ans. (a) : The above given sentence is in Active voice sentence is in Active voice of Present Continuous tense.
of Assertive form of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive Its Passive voice structure will be–
voice structure will be– A.V. → Subject + is/am/are + V1 + ing + object
A.V.- Subject +VI (s/es) + object P.V. → object (subjective case) + is/am/are + being +
P.V.- Obj. + is/am/are + V3 + by + Sub. V3 + by + subject (objective case)
112. Select the correct active voice form of the given Correct Passive Voice–
sentence. A beautiful beaded curtain is being made by her.
All the prize winning books have been
displayed on the tables. 115. Select the correct active voice of the given
(a) We have displayed all the prize winning sentence. Rohan was pushed into the pool by
books on the tables. karan.
(b) We have to display all the prize winning (a) Rohan pushed karan into the pool.
books on the tables. (b) Karan was pushing Rohan into the pool.
(c) We will be displaying all the prize winning (c) Karan pushed Rohan into the pool.
books on the tables. (d) Rohan had pushed Karan into the pool.
(d) We are displaying all the prize winning books SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
on the tables.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "was +
pushed (V3)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of Passive voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice
Present Perfect tense. Its Active voice structure will be- structure will be–
A.V.- Sub. + has/have + V3 + obj.
A.V.- Subject + V2 + object
P.V.- Obj. + has/have + been + V3 + subject
Correct Passive Voice– P.V. - Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject
We have displayed all the prize winning books on the Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
table. 116. Select the correct passive voice of the given
113. Select the correct active voice form of the given sentence.
sentence. Preeti invited Ritu for a party.
All the inmates were rescued from the building (a) Preeti has been invited for a party by Ritu.
by the firemen.
(b) Preeti was invited for a party by Ritu.
(a) The firemen have been rescuing all the
inmates from the building. (c) Ritu was invited for a party by Preeti.
(b) The firemen are rescuing all the inmates from (d) Ritu is invited for a party by Preeti.
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Ans. (c) : The above sentence is Active voice of Past P.V.→ Object + was/were + v3 + by + subject + other
Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will be– words.
'Ritu was invited for a party by preeti'. A.V.→ Subject + v2 + object + other words.
Structure – Correct Passive Voice–
A.V.– Sub. + V2 + object They surrendered all weapons.
P.V. – Obj. + was/ were + v3 + by + sub. 120. Select the option that expresses the given
Hence, the correct option is (c) sentence in active voice.
Trumpets are being blown by the soldiers to
117. Select the option that expresses the given
announce the victory.
sentence in passive voice. (a) The soldiers were blowing the trumpets to
The Smiths have put a huge Christmas tree. announce the victory.
(a) A huge Christmas tree is being but up by the (b) The soldiers blew the trumpets to announce
Smiths. the victory.
(b) A huge Christmas tree was put up by the (c) The soldiers below the trumpets to announce
Smiths. the victory.
(c) A huge Christmas tree is put up by the (d) The soldiers are blowing the trumpets to
Smiths. announce the victory.
(d) A huge Christmas tree has been put up by the SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
Smiths. Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Passive from of
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I Present continuous tense. Its Active voice structure will
be–
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Active voice of
Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure will P.V.→ Obj. + is/am/ are + being + v3. + by + sub. +
other. words.
be–
'A huge Christmas tree has been put up by the Smiths.' A.V.→ Sub. + is/am/ are + V1+Ing + obj. + other words.
Correct Active voice –
The structure of the sentence is –
A.V.- Sub. + has/ have + v3 + object The soldiers are blowing the trumpets to announce the
victory.
P.V.- Obj. + has/have + been + v3 + by + sub.
Hence the correct answer is (d). 121. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in active voice.
118. Select the option that expresses the given How many candidates had been interviewed by
sentence in passive voice. him before lunch?
She handles all tasks efficiently. (a) How many candidates had he interviewed
(a) All tasks were handled efficiently by her. before lunch?
(b) All tasks are being handled efficiently by her. (b) How many candidates was he interviewing
(c) All tasks have been handled efficiently by before lunch?
her. (c) How many candidates did he interview before
(d) All tasks are handled efficiently by her. lunch?
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I (d) Hown many candidates has he interviewed
before lunch?
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of 'handles' (v1 SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
+ s/es) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Active voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in Passive voice of
voice structure will be– Past Perfect tense. Its Active voice structure will be–
A.V. → Subject + (v1 + s/es) + object + other words P.V.→ Wh. word (Phrase) + had + been + v3 + by + sub
P.V. → Object + is/am/are + v3 + by + subject + other + other words?
words. A.V.→ Wh. word (Phrase) + had + sub + v3 + other
words?
Correct Active Voice→
Correct Active Voice-
All tasks are handled efficiently by her.
How many candidates had he interviewed before lunch?
119. Select the option that expresses the given 122. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in active voice. sentence in passive voice.
All weapons were surrendered by them. Do you trust me?
(a) They had surrendered all weapons. (a) Do I was trusted by you?
(b) They have surrendered all weapons. (b) Am I trusted by you?
(c) They are surrendering all weapons. (c) Do I am trusted by you?
(d) They surrendered all weapons. (d) I am trusted by you.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of 'were Ans. (b) : The above sentence starting with "Do+V1"
surrendered' (were + V3) makes it clear that the given makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
sentence is in Passive voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its of interrogative form of Present Indefinite tense. Its
Active voice structure will be– Passive voice structure will be–
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A.V. - Do/Does + sub+V1 + obj. + others.? 126. Select the correct passive form of the given
P.V. - Am/is/are+obj.+V3+by + Sub. + others? sentence.
Correct Passive Voice– You can see vast valleys sloping into the
Am I trusted by you? distance.
(a) Vast valleys will be seen sloping into the
123. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in active voice. distance.
Hatred can be overcome by love. (b) Vast valleys had been seen sloping into the
(a) Love has overcome hatred. distance.
(b) Love can overcame hatred. (c) Vast Valleys can be seen sloping into the
(c) Love is overcoming hatred. distance.
(d) Love can overcome hatred. (d) Vast Valleys are seen sloping into the
distance.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of 'Can + be + Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of modal 'Can'
V3' makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
voice of modal sentence. Its Active voice structure will makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
be– of modal sentence. Its Passive voice structure will be–
A.V. – Sub + Modals + V1 + obj. + others. A.V.– Sub. + modal (can) + V1 + Object + Other words
P.V. – Obj. + Modals + be + V3 + by + sub + others. P.V.– Obj. + modal (can) + be + V3 + by + Sub. + Other
words.
Correct Active Voice–
Love can overcome hatred. Correct Passive Voice–
124. Select the correct passive form of the given Vast Valleys can be seen sloping into the distance.
sentence. 127. Select the correct passive form of the given
The Central Board of Secondary Education has sentence.
launched a new helpline for students. The government is helping the states affected
(a) A new helpline for students is launched by by the cyclone.
the Central Board of Secondary Education. (a) The states affected by the cyclone have been
(b) A new helpline for students will be launched helped by the government
by the Central Board of Secondary Education. (b) The states affected by the cyclone will be
(c) A new helpline for students had been helped by the government.
launched by the Central Board of Secondary (c) The states affected by the cyclone are being
Education. helped by the govenment.
(d) A new helpline for students has been (d) The government is going to help the states
launched by the Central Board of Secondary affected by the cyclone.
Education. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of 'is + helping'
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Active voice of (V1+ing) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Present Perfect tense. Its passive structure will be – Active voice of Present continuous tense. Its Passive
A.V. – Sub + has/have + V3 + Object + Others structure will be–
P.V. – Object + has/have + been + V3 + by + Subject +
Others. A.V.– Sub + is/am/are + v1 + ing + object + other
Correct Passive form - words.
A new helpline for students has been launched by the P. V.– Object + is/are/are + being + v3 + by + subject +
Central Board of Secondary Education. other words.
125. Select the option that expresses the given Correct Passive voice-
sentence in passive voice. The states affected by the cyclone are being helped by
Sai Kumari gave Akhila a bouquet of lillies on the government.
her birthday. 128. Select the correct passive form of the given
(a) Akhila was given a bouquet of lillies on her sentence.
birthday by Sai Kumari A traffic policeman fined Taru for jumping the
(b) Akhila was gave a bouquet of lillies on her red light.
birthday by Sai Kumari (a) A traffic policeman was fined by Taru for
(c) Akhila is given a bouquet of lillies on her jumping the red light.
birthday by Sai Kumari (b) Taru was fined by a traffic policeman for
(d) Akhila gave a bouquet of lillies on her jumping the red light.
birthday to Sai Kumari (c) Taru is fined by a traffic policeman for
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) jumping the red light.
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in Active voice of Past (d) Taru has been fined by a traffic policeman for
Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will be– jumping the red light.
A.V. – Sub + V2 + Object + Others SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
P.V. – Object + was/were + V3 + by + Sub + Others. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of 'fined (VII)'
Correct Passive Voice– makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
Akhila was given a bouquet of lillies on her birthday by of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
Sai Kumari. be–
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A.V.– Subject + V2 + Object + Other words Active - VI + Object + other words.
P.V.– Object + was/were + VIII + by + Subject + Other Passive - Let + Object + be + vIIIrd + other words.
words or
Correct Passive Voice– You are advised to + VI + Object.
Correct Passive Voice-
Taru was fined by a traffic policeman for jumping the Let the New Year be celebrated with amazing offers.
red light.
132. Select the option that expresses the given
129. Select the correct passive form of the given sentence in passive voice.
sentence. Richard wore a broad belt with shiny buckles.
He drove the car very carefully on the hilly (a) A broad belt with shiny buckles had been
terrain. worn by Richard.
(a) The car was driven very carefully on the hilly (b) A broad belt with shiny buckles was wear by
terrain. Richard.
(b) The car is being driven very carefully on the (c) A broad belt with shiny buckles wore
hilly terrain. Richard.
(c) The car has been driven very carefully on the (d) A broad belt with shiny buckles was worn by
hilly terrain. Richard.
(d) The car is driven very carefully on the hilly SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
terrain. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of 'wore (V2)"
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I) makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of 'drove' (V2) of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice be–
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will A.V. – Subject + V2 + Object
be– P.V. – Object + was/were + V3 + by + Subject
A.V. – Sub + V2 + Object + Other words Correct Passive Voice–
P.V. – Object + was/were + V3 + by + Subject + Other A broad belt with shiny buckles was worn by Richard.
words
133. Select the option that expresses the given
Correct Passive Voice– sentence in passive voice.
The car was driven very carefully on the hilly terrain. He gave Kaveri a beautiful yellow dress.
130. Select the option that expresses the given (a) Kaveri has been given a beautiful yellow
sentence in passive voice. dress by him.
Aditya passed the driving test quite easily. (b) Kaveri was given a beautiful yellow dress by
(a) The driving test had passed quite easily by him.
Aditya. (c) Kaveri is given a beautiful yellow dress by
(b) The driving test have been passed quite easily him.
by Aditya. (d) Kaveri has given a beautiful yellow dress by
(c) The driving test could passed quite easily by him.
Aditya. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(d) The driving test was passed quite easily by Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of 'gave (v2)'
Aditya. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I) of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Active voice of Past be–
Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will be– A.V. – Subject + V2 + Object
A.V.- Sub. + Verb2 + Obj. + Other words. P.V. – Object + was/were + V3 + by + Subject
P.V.- Obj. + was/were + VIII + by + Sub. + Other words. Correct Passive Voice-
Kaveri was given a beautiful yellow dress by him.
Correct Passive Voice–
134. Select the option that expresses the given
The driving test was passed quite easily by Aditya. sentence in passive voice.
131. Select the option that expresses the given Someone stole his traveller's cheques when he
sentences in the active or passive voice. was travelling in Europe.
Celebrate the New Year with amazing offers. (a) Someone had been stole his traveller's
(a) The New Year will be celebrated with cheques when he was travelling in Europe.
amazing offers. (b) His traveller's cheques are stole when he was
(b) Amazing offers will be celebrate in the New travelling in Europe.
Year. (c) His traveller's cheques was stole when he was
(c) Let the New Year be celebrated with amazing travelling in Europe.
offers. (d) His traveller's cheques were stolen when he
(d) The New Year should be celebrated with was travelling in Europe.
amazing offers. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : In the above sentence in which two clauses
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "V1 + object" are given, make the voice of only Principle clause. In
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice this sentence the use of verb 'stole (V2)' makes it clear
of Imperative sentence. Its Passive voice structure will that the given sentence is in Active voice of Past
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A.V.– Subject + V2 + Object + Subordinate Clause. A.V. – Subject + V2 + Object 3
P.V.– Object + was/were + V3 + (by agent) + P.V. – Object + Was/Were + V + by + Subject
Subordinate Clause. Correct Passive Voice-
Note- Sometimes 'by + Subject' is understood in case of A parrot that spoke five languages was bought by the
when someone, somebody is given. man.
Correct Passive Voice– 138. Select the option that expresses the given
His traveller's cheques were stolen when he was sentence in passive voice.
travelling in Europe. The invigilator is advising the students not to
135. Select the option that expresses the given carry calculators into the examination hall.
sentence in passive voice. (a) The students have been advised not to carry
Imran has found two good jobs in the calculators into the examination hall by the
advertisements of the newspaper. invigilator.
(a) Two good jobs had found by Imran in the (b) The students were advised not to carry
advertisements of the newspaper. calculators into the examination hall.
(b) Two good jobs has found by Imran in the (c) The students were advised the invigilator not
advertisements of the newspaper. to carry calculators into the examination hall.
(c) Two good jobs are being found by Imran in (d) The students are being advised by the
the advertisements of the newspaper. invigilator not to carry calculators into the
(d) Two good jobs have been found by Imran in examination hall.
the advertisements of the newspaper. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of (is +
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of verb 'has + advising) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
found (V3)' makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive
Active voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice voice structure will be–
structure will be– A.V. – Subject + is/am/are + V1+ing + Object.
A.V. – Subject + has/have + V3 + Object P.V. – Object + is/am/are + being + V3 + by + Subject
P.V. – Object + has/have + been + V3 + by + Subject Correct Passive Voice-
Correct Passive Voice– The students are being advised by the invigilator not to
Two good jobs have been found by Imran in the carry calculators into the examination hall.
advertisements of the newspaper. 139. Select the correct active form of the given
136. Select the option that expresses the given sentence.
sentence in passive voice. Let the shops be opened.
You can solve this problem. (a) The shops should be opened
(a) This problem ought to be solved by you. (b) Have the shops opened?
(b) This problem should be solved by you. (c) Open the shops
(c) This problem can be solved by you. (d) The shops are open
(d) This problem might be solved by you. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Let +
Ans. (c) : The above sentence is in Active voice of Subject + be + V3" makes it clear that the given
Modal verb (Can). Its Passive voice structure will be– sentence is in Passive voice of Imperative sentence. Its
A.V. – Subject + Can + VI + Object. Active voice structure will be –
P.V. – Object + Can + be + VIII + by + Subject. Active voice- VI + object + other words
Correct Passive Voice- Passive voice- Let + object + be + V3 + other words
This problem can be solved by you. Correct Active Voice- Open the shops.
137. Select the option that expresses the given 140. Select the correct active form of the given
sentence in passive voice.
sentence.
The man bought a parrot that could speak five
Was your bag left in the bus?
languages.
(a) Did you left your bag in the bus?
(a) A parrot that could spoke five languages
bought the man. (b) Have you left your bag in the bus?
(b) A parrot that spoken five languages was (c) Was you leaving your bag in the bus?
bought by the man. (d) Did you leave your bag in the bus?
(c) A parrot that spoke five languages had been SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
bought by the man. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of verb "was +
(d) A parrot that spoke five languages was V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
bought by the man. voice of interrogative form of Past Indefinite tense. Its
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I) Active voice structure will be –
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of verb 'bought P.V.- was+object+V3+other words + ?
(V2)' makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active A.V.- Did+sub+V1+obj+other words + ?
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure Correct Active Voice-
will be– Did you leave your bag in the bus?
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141. Select the correct active form of the given Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of verb "has
sentence. been + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
The catch should not be dropped. Passive Voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Active voice
(a) Let the catch not be dropped structure will be –
(b) You would not drop the catch P.V.- Obj. + has/have + been + V3 + by + sub.
(c) Have you dropped the catch A.V.- Sub. + has/have + V3 + obj.
(d) Don't drop the catch Correct Active Voice–
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Mother has packed your lunch box.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of verb 145. Select the correct passive form of the given
"Should + be + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence.
sentence is in Passive voice of Imperative sentence. Its We all regard Liza as an expert.
Active voice structure will be – (a) Liza should be regarded as an expert by all of us.
A.V.- Don't + V1 + Object (b) Liza has been regarded as an expert by all of us
P.V.- Object + should not + be + V3. (c) Liza is regarded as an expert by all of us
Correct Active Voice- Don't drop the catch. (d) Liza was regarded as an expert by all of us
142. Select the correct passive form of the given SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
sentence. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of verb Regard
They are making elaborate arrangements for V1 makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
the party. voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(a) Elaborate arrangements have been made for structure will be –
the party. A.V.- Sub. + V1 + obj. + others.
P.V.- Obj. + is/am/are + V3 + by + sub. + others.
(b) Elaborate arrangements are made for the
Correct Passive Voice–
party. Liza is regarded as an expert by all of us.
(c) Elaborate arrangements were being made for
the party. 146. Select the correct passive form of the given
(d) Elaborate arrangements are being made for sentence.
They will lay the foundation stone next week.
the party.
(a) The foundation stone will be laid by them
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) next week
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of verb 'are + (b) The foundation stone is being laid by them
v + ing" makes it clear that the given sentence is in next week
Active voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive (c) The foundation stone will be laying by next
structure will be– week
A.V.- Sub + is/am/are + V1+ing + object + others (d) The foundation stone will have been laid by
P.V.- Object + is/am/are + being + V3 + subject + them next week
others. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm-5 pm)
Correct Passive Voice- Elaborate arrangements are Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of verb "Sub +
being made for the party will + V1" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
143. Select the correct passive form of the given Active voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its Passive
sentence. voice structure will be–
He asked me to sing a song. A.V.- Sub + will/shall + V1 + obj. + other words.
(a) I was being asked to sing a song. P.V.- Obj + will/shall + be + V3 + by + sub + other
(b) I was asked to sing a song. words.
(c) I am asked to sing a song. Correct Passive Voice–
(d) I had been asked to sing a song. The foundation stone will be laid by them next week.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) 147. Select the correct active form of the given
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of verb "Sub + sentence.
V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active Only home-cooked food is eaten by us.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice (a) We are eating only home-cooked food
structure will be – (b) We ate only home-cooked food
A.V.- Sub. + V2 + Object + others (c) We eat only home-cooked food
P.V.- Object + was/were + V3 + sub + others (d) We have eaten only home-cooked food
Correct Passive Voice– I was asked to sing a song. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
144. Select the correct active form of the given Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of verb "is +
sentence. V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
Your lunch box has been packed by mother. voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Active voice
(a) Mother had packed your lunch box structure will be –
(b) Mother is packing your lunch box P.V.- Obj+is/am/are+V3+by+sub.
(c) Mother has packed your lunch box A.V.- Sub+V1+Object
(d) Mother will pack your lunch box Correct Active Voice–
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) We eat only home-cooked food.
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148. Select the correct passive form of the given Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of verb "are +
sentence. V1 + ing" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
We have looked at the plan carefully. Active voice of Present continuous tense. Its Passive
(a) The plan is being looked at carefully voice structure will be–
(b) The plan have been looked at carefully A.V.- Subject + is/am/are + Ving+ obj. + others.
(c) The plan has been looked at carefully P.V.- Obj. + is/am/are + being + V3 + by + sub. +
(d) The plan was looked at carefully others.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Correct Passive Voice- The car is being lifted with a
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of verb 'have + crane.
V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active 152. Select the correct passive form of the given
voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice sentence.
structure will be– My mother gave me an interesting book.
A.V.- Sub + has/have + V3 + obj. + others. (a) I was given an interesting book by my mother
P.V.- Obj. + has/have + been + V3 + by + sub + others. (b) An interesting book is given to me by my
Correct Passive Voice– mother
The plan has been looked at carefully. (c) I am given an interesting book by my mother
149. Select the correct passive form of the given (d) An interesting book has been given to my
sentence. mother
Razia Sultana ruled over the northern part of SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
India. Ans. (a) : In the given sentence the use of "Subject +
(a) The northen part of India was ruled over by V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
Razia Sultana. voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(b) The northen part of India had been ruled over structure will be–
by Razia Sultana. A.V.- Sub. + V2 + obj. + others.
(c) The northen part of India was being ruled P.V.- Object + was/were + V3 + by + sub + others.
over by Razia Sultana. Correct Passive Voice– I was given an interesting
(d) The northen part of India is ruled over by book by my mother.
Razia Sultana. 153. Select the correct active form of the given
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) sentence.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of verb "Sub + By whom were you pushed into the mud?
V2" makes it clear that the given is in Active voice of (a) Who was pushing you into the mud?
Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will (b) Whom did you push into the mud?
be– (c) Who has pushed you into the mud?
A.V.- Subject + V2 + obj. + other words. (d) Who pushed you into the mud?
P.V.- Object + was/were + V3 + by + sub. + other SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
words. Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of verb "were
Correct Passive Voice– The northern part of India + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
was ruled over by Razia Sultana. Passive voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice
150. Select the correct active form of the given structure will be –
sentence. P.V.- By whom + was/were + subject + V3 + others + ?
You might be promoted this year. A.V.- Who + V2 + object + others + ?
(a) They might promote you this year Note- When an interrogative sentence starts with 'who'
(b) They will promote you this year then the Passive Voice the beginning of the sentence is
(c) They should have promoted you this year 'by whom' because "Who" is replaced by object 'by
(d) You may promote them this year whom and object' to the subject of Passive voice.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Correct Active Voice- Who pushed you into the mud?
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of verb "might 154. Select the correct active form of the given
+ be + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in sentence :
Passive voice of modal sentence. Its Active voice Kites have been bought by many children.
structure will be– (a) Many children had bought kites
P.V.- Obj. + might + be + V3 + by + sub. + others. (b) Many children have bought kites
A.V.- Sub. + might + V1 + object + others. (c) Many children bought kites
Correct Active Voice- (d) Many children are buying kites
They might promote you this year. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
151. Select the correct passive form of the given Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of verb "have
sentence. been + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
They are lifting the car with a crane. Passive voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Active voice
(a) The car is being lifted with a crane. structure will be–
(b) The car is lifted with a crane P.V.- Object + have/has + been + V3 + by + sub.
(c) The car was being lifted with a crane A.V.- Sub+has/have+V3+object.
(d) The car had lifted with a crane Correct Active Voice- Many children have bought
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) kites.
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155. Select the correct passive form of the given 159. Choose the option that is the passive form of
sentence : the sentence.
Hang the washing on the clothesline. You have not yet responded to several of my
(a) Let the washing be hung on the clothesline complaints.
(b) Let the washing to be hung on the clothesline (a) Several of my complaints you have not been
(c) Let the washing be hanged on the clothesline responded to yet.
(d) Let the washing hanging on the clothesline.
(b) My complaints are not been responding yet
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by you.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "V1 in the
(c) Several of my complaints are not being
beginning of the sentence, makes it clear that the given
sentence is in Active voice of imperative sentence. Its responded yet.
Passive voice structure will be – (d) Several of my complaints have not been
A.V.- V1 + Obj. + other words. responded to yet.
P.V.- Let + Obj. + be + V3 + other words. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Correct Passive Voice– Let the washing be hung on Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of verb "have
the clothesline. + not + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
156. Select the correct passive form of the given Active voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice
sentence : structure will be–
Harsh has applied for leave A.V.- Sub + has/have + not + V3 + object.
(a) Leave is applied for by Harsh. P.V.- Object + has/have + not + been + V3 + by + sub.
(b) Leave had been applied by Harsh. Correct Passive Voice– Several of my complaints
(c) Leave has been applied for by Harsh. have not been responded to yet.
(d) Leave was applied by Harsh.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) 160. Choose the option that is the active form of the
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of verb 'has + sentence.
V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active I am sometimes puzzled by her actions.
voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice (a) Her actions are sometimes puzzled by me.
structure will be– (b) Her actions sometimes puzzle me.
A.V.- Sub. + has/have + V3 + obj. + others. (c) She can sometimes puzzle me.
P.V.- Obj. + has/have + been + V3 + by + sub + others. (d) Her actions were sometimes puzzling me.
Correct Passive Voice– Leave has been applied for by SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Harsh. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of verb "Am +
157. Select the correct active form of the given V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
sentence : voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Active structure
He was hit in the eye by an arrow : will be–
(a) An arrow hit him in the eye. P.V.- Object + is/am/are + V3 + by + sub.
(b) An arrow will hit him in the eye. A.V.- Subject + V1 + (s/es) + object.
(c) An arrow was hitting him in the eye. Correct Active Voice-
(d) An arrow has hit him in the eye. Her actions sometimes puzzle me.
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161. Choose the option that is the passive form of
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of verb "was +
3
V " makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive the sentence.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice The first settlers displaced the original
structure will be – inhabitants.
P.V.- Object + was/were + V3 + by + sub. (a) The original inhabitants are displacing the
A.V.- Subject + V2 + Object + others. first settlers.
Correct Active Voice- An arrow hit him in the eye. (b) The original inhabitants were displaced by the
158. Select the correct active form of the given first settlers.
sentence : (c) The original inhabitants will displace the first
A new song is being composed by her. settlers.
(a) She is composing a new song. (d) The original inhabitants are being displace by
(b) She has composed a new song. the first settlers.
(c) She has been composing a new song. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(d) She composed a new song.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of 'verb2'
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(displaced) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of verb "is +
being + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
Passive voice of Present Continuous Tense. Its Active structure will be–
voice structure will be– A.V.- Subject + V2 + object.
P.V.- Object + is + being + V3 + by + sub. P.V.- Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject.
A.V.- Sub + is + Ving + object. Correct Passive Voice– The original inhabitants were
Correct Active Voice- She is composing a new song. displaced by the first settlers.
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162. Choose the option that is the passive form of Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of verb2
the sentence. (opened) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Avoid taking the flyover. Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(a) The flyover can be avoid take. structure will be–
(b) The flyover should be avoided. A.V.- Sub. + V2 + object + other words.
(c) The flyover should avoid taking. P.V.- Obj. + was/were + V3 + by + sub + other words.
(d) The flyover should be avoid. Correct Passive Voice– The gate was opened by the
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) security guard using his pass.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of verb "V1 + 166. Choose the option that is the passive form of
Subject" makes it clear that the given sentence is in the sentence.
Active voice of Imperative sentence. Its Passive voice The detective found the lost necklace.
structure will be– (a) The lost necklace should find the detective.
A.V.- V1 + Obj. + others. (b) The lost necklace was found by the detective.
P.V.- Obj. + should + be + V3 (c) The lost necklace founded by the detective.
Correct Passive Voice– The flyover should be (d) The lost necklace had been find by the
avoided. detective.
163. Choose the option that is the active form of the SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
sentence. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of verb2
Has your message been despatched? (found) makes it clear that the given sentence is Active
(a) Has your message despatched? voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(b) Have you despatched your message? structure will be –
(c) Had you despatch your message? A.V.- Sub. + V2 + object + others.
(d) Is your message despatching? P.V.- Obj. + was/were + V3 + by + sub + others.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Correct Passive Voice– The lost necklace was found
by the detective.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "has +
Subject + been + V3" makes clear that the given 167. Choose the option that is the passive form of
sentence is in Passive voice of Interrogative form of the sentence.
Past Perfect tense. Its Active Voice structure will be – The fisherman caught a large fish.
(a) A large fish should be caught by the
P.V.- has/have + object + been + V3 + by + subject? fisherman.
A.C.- Has/have + subject + V3 + object? (b) A large fish was catching the fisherman.
Correct Active Voice- Have you despatched your (c) A large fish was caught by the fisherman.
message? (d) A large fish had been catched by the
164. Choose the option that is the passive form of fisherman.
the sentence. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
They need 104 more runs to win the match. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject +
(a) 104 more runs are needed for them to win the V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
match. voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(b) 104 more runs will need for them to win the structure will be–
match. A.V.- Sub. + V2 + object.
(c) They are needed 104 more runs to win the P.V.- Obj. + was/were + V3 + by + sub.
match. Correct Passive Voice– A large fish was caught by
(d) 104 more runs can be needed by them to win the fisherman.
the match. 168. Choose the option that is the passive form of
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) the sentence.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of 'verb1' They found her guilty of theft.
(need) makes it clear that the given sentence is in (a) She found them guilty of theft.
Active voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive (b) She was found guilty of theft.
voice structure will be– (c) She had been find guilty of theft.
A.V.- Sub. + V1 + object + other words (d) She is find guilty of theft by them.
P.V.- Obj. + is/am/are + V3 + by + sub. + other words. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Correct Passive Voice– 104 more runs are needed for Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use "Sub + V2"
them to win the match. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
165. Choose the option that is the passive form of voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
the sentence. structure will be–
The security guard opened the gate using his A.V.- Sub. + V2 + object.
pass. P.V.- Object + was/were + V3 + by + sub.
(a) The gate is open by the security guard by Correct Passive Voice– She was found guilty of theft.
using his pass. 169. Choose the option that is the active form of the
(b) The gate was opened by the security guard sentence.
using his pass. By whom was this poem written?
(c) The gate opened the security guard using his (a) Who wrote this poem?
pass. (b) Who is wrote this poem?
(d) The gate was open by the security guard use (c) Who write this poem?
his pass. (d) This poem is wrote by whom?
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "By whom Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2"
3 makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
+ was + V " makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Passive voice of Interrogative form of Past Indefinite voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
tense. Its Active voice structure will be– structure will be–
P.V.- By whom + was/were + sub. + V3 + others + ? A.V.- Sub.+V2+obj.+other words.
P.V.- Obj.+was/were+V3+by+sub.+other words.
A.V.- Who + V2 + obj. + others + ? Correct Passive Voice– The manhole covers were
Correct Active Voice- Who wrote this poem? changed before the rainy season.
170. Choose the option that is the passive form of 173. Choose the option that is the passive form of
the sentence. the sentence.
The tennis ball hit Dhiraj on the head. Switch off the television.
(a) Dhiraj had been hit on the head by the tennis (a) Can you switch off the television?
ball. (b) May I switch off the television?
(b) Dhiraj was hit on the head by the tennis ball. (c) Let the television be switched off.
(c) The tennis ball was being hit by Dhiraj. (d) Let the television being switch off.
(d) Dhiraj was being hit on the head by the tennis SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm-5 pm)
ball. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence starting with verb
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm-5 pm) 'switch off', it is clear that the sentence is in Imperative
sentence. Its Passive voice structure will be –
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2" A.V.- V1 + obj. + others.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active P.V.- Let + obj. + be + V3 + others.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice Correct Passive Voice– Let the television be switched
structure will be – off.
A.V.- Sub.+V2+obj.+other words. 174. Choose the option that is the passive form of
P.V.- Obj.+was/were+V3+by+sub.+other words. the sentence.
Correct Passive Voice– Dhiraj was hit on the head by I burnt my hand yesterday while cooking.
the tennis ball. (a) My hand was burning yesterday while
171. Choose the option that is the passive form of cooking.
(b) My hand could be burnt yesterday while
the sentence.
cooking.
They considered it an impressive building. (c) My hand was burnt yesterday while cooking.
(a) It was considered to be an impressive (d) My hand will be burnt yesterday while
building. cooking.
(b) It can be consider to be an impressive SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
building. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2
(c) It was considering to being an impressive (brunt)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
building. Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(d) It is considered to be an impressive building. structure will be–
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) A.V.- Sub.+V2+object+other words.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject + P.V.- Obj.+was/were+V3+by+sub.+other words.
V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active Correct Passive Voice–
My hand was burnt yesterday while cooking.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
175. Choose the option that is the active form of the
structure will be–
sentence.
A.V.- Sub. + V2 + obj. + other words. An award was given to the film 'Andhaa
P.V.- Obj. + was/were + V3+ (to be) + sub. + other Dhund.'
words. (a) The jury had given the film ‘Andhaa Dhund’
Correct Passive Voice– It was considered to be an an award.
impressive building. (b) The jury gave the film ‘Andhaa Dhund’ an
172. Choose the option that is the passive form of award.
the sentence. (c) The jury was gave the film ‘Andhaa Dhund’
The Municipal Corporation changed the an award.
(d) The jury will give the award to the film
manhole covers before the rainy season. ‘Andhaa Dhund’.
(a) The manhole covers is being changed before SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
the rainy season. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "was + V3"
(b) The manhole covers are change before the makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
rainy season. voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice
(c) The manhole covers were changed before the structure will be–
rainy season. P.V.- Obj.+was/were+V3+by+sub+other words.
(d) The manhole covers can be changed before A.V.- Sub.+V2+object+other words.
the rainy season. Correct Active Voice- The jury gave the film ‘Andhaa
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Dhund’ an award.
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176. Choose the option that is the passive form of (a) Abhishek has seen Shyam starting the car.
the sentence. (b) Abhishek can be seen starting the car by
The class teacher was taking the children to the Shyam.
zoo. (c) Abhishek was seen starting the car by Shyam.
(a) The children will go to the zoo by their class (d) Abhishek was saw by Shyam starting the car.
teacher. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(b) The children can be taking to the zoo by their Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2"
class teacher. (saw) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
(c) The children being taken to the zoo by their Active Voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
class teacher. structure will be–
(d) The children were being taken to the zoo by A.V.- Sub.+V2+obj.+other words.
their class teacher P.V.- Obj.+was/were+V3+by+sub.+other words.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm-5 pm) Correct Passive Voice– Abhishek was seen starting
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "was + verb the car by Shyam.
+ ing" makes it clear that the given sentence is in 180. Choose the option that is the passive form of
Active voice of Past Continuous tense. Its Passive the sentence.
voice structure will be– The little puppy chewed my new slippers.
A.V.- Sub. + was/were + Ving + object + other words. (a) My new slippers were chewing the little
P.V. - Object + was/were + being + V3 + by + sub. + puppy.
other words. (b) My new slippers can be chewed by the little
Correct Passive Voice– The children were being puppy.
taken to the zoo by their class teacher. (c) My new slippers were chewed by the little
puppy.
177. Choose the option that is the passive form of (d) My new slippers are being chew by the little
the sentence. puppy.
The manager permitted women employees to SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
leave office early on that day.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of verb
(a) Women employees permitted the manager to
"Chewed" (V2) makes it clear that the given sentence is
leave office early on that day.
in Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive
(b) Women employees had to leave office early voice structure will be–
on that day. A.V.- Sub.+V2+obj.+other words.
(c) Women employees should leave office early P.V.- Obj.+was/were+V
3+by+sub.+other words.
on that day. Correct Passive Voice– My new slippers were
(d) Women employees were permitted to leave chewed by the little puppy.
office early on that day.
181. Choose the option that is the passive form of
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the sentence.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2" The child tore the page of the book.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active (a) The page of the book was torn by the child.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice (b) The page of the book tore by the child.
structure will be– (c) The book’s page is torn by the child.
A.V.- Sub.+V2+object+other words. (d) The page of the book is tearing by the child.
P.V.- Object+was/were+V3+by+sub+other words. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Correct Passive Voice– Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of verb "tore"
Women employees were permitted to leave office
(V2) makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
early on that day.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
178. Choose the option that is the passive form of
structure will be–
the sentence.
Give the command. A.V.- Sub.+V2+obj.+other words.
(a) Let the command be given. P.V.- Obj.+was/were+V3+by+sub.+other words.
(b) You can give the command. Correct Passive Voice– The page of the book was
(c) The command can be given. torn by the child.
(d) The command should be give by you. 182. Choose the option that is the active form of the
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) sentence.
Ans. (a) : The above sentence starting with "verbI + The politician's speech was loudly cheered.
Obj". It is clear that the given sentence is in Active (a) The audience cheer the politician’s loud
Voice of Imperative sentence. Its Passive voice speech
structure will be– (b) The audience was loudly cheered by the
A.V.- V1+obj.+others. politician’s speech
P.V.- Let+obj.+be+V3+others. (c) The audience loudly cheered the politician’s
Correct Passive Voice– Let the command be given. speech.
179. Choose the option that is the passive form of (d) The audience had been loudly cheered by the
the sentence. politician.
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Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "was + V3" A.V.- Who+V2+obj.+others.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive P.V.- By whom+was/were+obj.+V3+other.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice Correct Passive Voice– By whom was the cup
structure will be– broken?
P.V.- Object+was/were+V3+by+sub. + other words. 186. Select the correct passive form of the given
A.V.- Sub.+V2+object + other words. sentence.
Correct Active Voice- The audience loudly cheered Someone has stolen my watch.
the politician’s speech. (a) My watch was stolen by someone.
183. Choose the option that is the active form of the (b) My watch has been stolen by someone.
sentence : (c) Someone steals my watch.
By whom was this window broken? Five (d) Someone stole my watch.
packets of milk were delivered by the milkman. SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
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(a) Who broke this window? The milkman Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of 'has + V '
delivered five packets of milk. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
(b) Who had broke this window? The milkman voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice
had delivered five packets of milk. structure will be–
(c) Whom was break this window? The milkman A.V.- Sub.+has/have+V3+obj.
will deliver five packets of milk. P.V.- Object+has/have + been +V3+by+sub.
(d) Who is breaking this window? The milkman Correct Passive Voice– My watch has been stolen by
is delivering five packets of milk. someone.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm-5 pm) 187. Select the correct passive form of the given
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of was + sentence.
broken (V3) and "Were + delivered" makes it clear that Open the door.
the given sentence is in Passive voice of Interrogative (a) The door is opened by me.
sentence. Its Active voice structure will be– (b) Let the door be opened.
P.V.- By whom+was/were+obj.+V3+others. (c) You should open the door.
A.V.- Who+V2+obj.+others. (d) The door was opened by me.
Note- Active voice changes the Passive voice-who into SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
by whom. Ans. (b) : At the beginning of the above sentence
Correct Active Voice- Who broke this window? The "open" (V1) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
milkman delivered five packets of milk. Active voice of Imperative sentence. Its Passive
184. Select the correct passive form of the given structure will be–
sentence. A.V.- V1+Obj+others.
The students will never forget a good teacher. P.V.- Let+Obj+be+V3+others.
(a) A good teacher has never been forgotten by Correct Passive Voice– Let the door be opened.
the students. 188. Select the correct passive form of the given
(b) A good teacher will never be forgotten by the sentence.
students His teachers have given him some books.
(c) Good teachers are never forgotten by the (a) Some books are given him some books
students (b) His teachers are giving him some books
(d) A good teacher is never forgotten by the (c) He was given some books by his teachers
students (d) Some books have been given to him by his
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makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of have +
voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice given (V3) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
structure will be– Active voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice
A.V.- Subject+will+V1+obj+others. structure will be–
P.V.- Object+will+be+V3+by+sub+others. A.V.- Sub.+has/have+V3+obj.+others.
Correct Passive Voice– A good teacher will never be P.V.- Obj.+has/have+been+V3+by+sub.+others.
forgotten by the students. Note:- Passive voice with other words According to
sense of the sentence placed "By + Subject" before or
185. Select the correct passive form of the given after.
sentence. Correct Passive Voice– Some books have been given
Who broke the cup? to him by his teachers.
(a) By whom was the cup broken? 189. Select the correct passive form of the given
(b) Was the cup broken by someone? sentence.
(c) Who has broken the cup? My friend writes a letter to his father.
(d) Was the cup broken by someone? (a) A letter is written by my friend to his father
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) (b) My friend wrote a letter to his father
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "broke" (c) A letter was written by my friend to his father
(V2) makes it clear that the given sentence is Active (d) A letter is being written by my friend to his
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice father
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "Writes" 193. Select the correct passive form of the given
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active sentence :
voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice The children had plucked all the flowers.
structure will be – (a) All the flowers has been plucked by the
A.V.- Sub.+V1+object+others. children.
P.V.- Object+is/am/are+V3+by+sub.+others. (b) All the flowers were plucked by the children.
Correct Passive Voice– A letter is written by my (c) All the flowers are plucked by the children.
friend to his father. (d) All the flowers had been plucked by the
190. Select the correct passive form of the given children.
sentence. SSC Stenographer Grade C&D–05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Can you read this book? Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "had +
(a) Can you have read this book? plucked (V3)" makes it clear that the give sentence is in
(b) Could this book have been read by you? Active Voice of Past Perfect tense. Its Passive voice
(c) Can this book be read by you? structure will be–
(d) This book can be read by you. A.V.- Sub.+had+verb3+object.
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D–05/02/2019 (3:5pm) P.V.- Object+had+been+verb3+by+subject.
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence modal verb "Can" is Correct Passive Voice– All the flowers had been
used at the beginning of the sentence, hence it is an plucked by the children.
Interrogative sentence. Its Passive voice structure will 194. In the following question, a sentence has been
be– given in Active/Passive voice. Out of the four
A.V.- Can+sub.+V1+obj.+others? alternatives suggested, select the one which best
P.V.- Can+obj.+be+V3+by+sub.? expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active
Correct Passive Voice– Can this book be read by voice.
you? You have to finish painting this fence by
191. Select the correct passive form of the given Friday.
sentence. (a) This fence has to be finished painting by
My brother won the Best Actor award in the Friday.
inter-college drama competition. (b) This fence is to be finishing painted by you
(a) In the inter-college drama competition my by Friday.
brother won the Best Actor award. (c) Painting of this fence has to be painted by
(b) The Best Actor award is being won by my you by Friday.
brother in the inter-college drama competition (d) By Friday you will have finished painting the
(c) The Best Actor award has been won by my fence.
brother in the inter-college drama SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
competition. Ans. (a) The given Active voice sentence based on
(d) The Best Actor award was won by my brother condition. Hence Passive voice change into–
in the inter-college drama competition A.V.→ Sub. + has to / have to + V1st + object + other
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Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of won (V ) P.V.→ Obj. + have to / has to + be + V3rd + (by Sub) +
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active other words.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice Correct Passive Voice–
structure will be– This fence has to be finished painting by Friday.
A.V.- Sub.+V2+obj.+other words.
P.V.- Obj.+was/were+V3+by+Sub.+other words. 195 . The dealer will service the scooter for free the
Correct Passive Voice– The Best Actor award was first three times.
won by my brother in the inter-college drama (a) The scooter will be serviced for free by the
competition. dealer for the first three times.
192. Select the correct passive form of the given (b) The scooter was serviced for free by the
sentence. dealer for the first three times.
The doctor is treating the patient. (c) For the first three times, the dealer will
(a) The patient is treated by the doctor service the scooter for free.
(b) The patient is being treated by the doctor (d) Servicing of the scooter for free will be done
(c) The patient is being treating by the doctor by the dealer for the first three times.
(d) The patient has been treated by the doctor SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) Ans. (a) In the above sentence the use of "will + service
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "is treating (V )" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
(V + ing)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in voice of Simple Future tense. Its Passive voice structure
Active voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive will be–
voice structure will be– A.V.→ Sub. + will/shall + V1st + object + other word.
A.V.- Sub.+ is/am/are + verb1 + ing + object. P.V.→ Obj. + will be/shall be +V3rd + by + Sub. + other
P.V.- Object + is/am/are + being + verb3 + by + words.
subject. Correct Passive Voice–
Correct Passive Voice– The patient is being treated The scooter will be serviced for free by the dealer for
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196. The manager gave her a negative feedback 199. The doctor has given me a very painful
during her performance appraisal. injection.
(a) A negative feedback was given to her by the (a) A very painful injection has been given to me
manager during her performance appraisal. by the doctor.
(b) The manager will give her negative feedback (b) The doctor gives myself a very painful
during her performance appraisal. injection.
(c) A negative feedback is being given to her by (c) A very painful injection is being given to me
the manager during appraising her performance. by the doctor.
(d) Giving of a negative feedback to her during (d) Giving of a painful injection to me has been
her performance appraisal has been done by done by the doctor.
the manager. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
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Ans. (a) In the above sentence the use of "has + given
Ans. (a) In the above sentence the use of "gave" (V2) (V3)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice voice of Present perfect tense. Its Passive voice
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
structure will be–
be–
A.V.→ Sub. + has/have + V3rd + object + other words.
A.V.→ Sub + V2 + object + other words.
P.V.→ Obj + was/were + V3rd + by + Sub + other P.V.→ Obj. + has been/have been + V3rd + by + Sub. +
words. other words.
Correct Passive Voice– Correct Passive Voice– A very painful injection has
A negative feedback was given to her by the manager been given to me by the doctor.
during her performance appraisal. 200. Uncle always welcomes us to his home with a
197. The General presented us a detailed battle plan. big smile.
(a) A detailed battle plan will be presented to us (a) We are always welcomed by uncle to his
by the General. home with a big smile.
(b) The General presents us a detailed battle (b) Uncle is always welcoming us to his home
plan. with a big smile.
(c) A detailed battle plan was presented to us by (c) A big smile is used by uncle always when he
the General. is welcoming us.
(d) Presenting of a detailed battle plan was being (d) Welcoming by uncle with a big smile to us is
done by the General to us. always done.
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Ans. (c) In the above sentence the use of "presented" Ans. (a) In the above sentence the use of "welcomes"
(V2) makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active (V1 + s/es) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure Active voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive
will be– voice structure will be–
A.V.→ Sub + V2 + object + other words. A.V.→ Sub. + Verb(s/es) + object + other words.
P.V.→ Obj + was/were +V3rd + by sub + other words. P.V.→ Obj. + is/am/are +Verb3rd + by + sub. + other
Correct Passive Voice– words.
A detailed battle plan was presented to us by the Correct Passive Voice– We are always welcomed by
general. uncle to his home with a big smile.
198. For how long will you keep neglecting your 201. The speeding car knocked down the
duties? pedestrian.
(a) For how long have you kept neglecting your (a) The car which was speeding has knocked
duties? down the pedestrian.
(b) For how long do your duties need to be (b) The pedestrian was knocked down by the
neglected b y yourself?
speeding car.
(c) For how long will your duties be kept
(c) The pedestrian was being knocked down by
neglected by you?
(d) Neglecting of the duties by you have been the car which was speeding.
going on since how long? (d) Knocking down of the pedestrian has been
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 done by the speeding car.
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Ans. (c) In the above sentence the use of "Question
word + will + you + keep (V1)" makes it clear that the Ans. (b). In the above sentence the use of "Knocked
given sentence is in Active voice of Simple Future (V2)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
tense. Its Passive voice structure will be – voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure
A.V.→ Question word+will/shall+sub.+verb1+object. will be–
P.V.→ Question word+will/shall+object+be verb3+by+ A.V.→ Sub. + VerbIInd + object + other words.
subject. P.V.→ Obj. + was/were +VIIIrd + by Sub. + other words.
Correct Passive Voice– Correct Passive Voice–
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202. I am sure she will like you. 206. She will never tell you the truth.
(a) I am sure you were liked by her. (a) You will never be told the truth by her.
(b) She, I am sure shall like you. (b) She shall never be telling you the truth.
(c) Liking of you by her is a surety by me. (c) You were never be told the truth by her.
(d) I am sure you will be liked by her. (d) Telling of the truth to you be her will never
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 be done.
Ans. (d). In the main clause of the above sentence the SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
use of "Will + like (V1)" makes it clear that the given Ans. (a) In the above sentence the use of "will + tell
sentence is in Active voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its (V1)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
Passive voice structure will be– voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
A.V.→ I am sure + Sub.+ will/shall + verbIst + Object + structure will be–
other words. Correct Passive Voice–
P.V.→ I am sure + object + will be / shall be + VIIIrd + A.V.→ Sub. + will/shall + verb1st + Object + other
by + Sub + other words. words.
Correct Passive Voice–
I am sure you will be liked by her. P.V.→ Obj. + will be/shall be + VIIIrd + by + Sub. +
other words.
203. I rarely watch action movies. Correct Passive Voice–
(a) Action movies are rarely watched by myself. You will never be told the truth by her.
(b) Action movies are rarely watched by me.
(c) I had rarely watched action movies. 207. You need to offer them a better deal.
(d) Watching of action movies is rarely d one by (a) They are in need of being offered a better
me. deal by yourself.
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (b) They need to be offered a better deal by you.
Ans. (b) In the above sentence the use of "watch (V1)" (c) A better deal is needed by them and you have
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice to offer it.
of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure (d) The offering of a better deal has to be done
will be– by you for their need.
A.V → Sub. + Verb (s + es) + Object + other words. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
P.V → Obj. + is/am/are + VIIIrd + by + Sub. + other Ans. (b) In the above sentence "need to + VI" is used. It
words. is clear that the given sentence is in Active Voice.
Correct Passive Voice– Hence its Passive voice structure will be –
Action movies are rarely watched by me. A.V.→ Sub. + need to + verb1 + Object + other words.
204. His behaviour embarrasses me. P.V.→ Obj. + need to + be + VIIIrd + by + Sub. + other
(a) His behaviour is embarrassing for me. words.
(b) I am embarrassed by his behaviour. Correct Passive Voice–
(c) I am myself embarrassed by his behaviour. They need to be offered a better deal by you.
(d) Embarrassing of myself is done by his 208. You are making your life more difficult.
behaviour. (a) Your life is being made more difficult by
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 you.
Ans. (b) In the above sentence the use of "embarrasses (b) You yourself make your life more difficult.
(V1 + s/es)" makes it clear that the given sentence is (c) Your life had been made more difficult by
Active voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive you yourself.
voice structure will be– (d) Making of your life more difficult has been
A.V.→ Sub. + Verb (s + es) + Object + other words. done by yourself.
P.V.→ Obj. + is/am/are + VIIIrd + by + Sub. + other SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
words.
Correct Passive Voice– Ans. (a) In the above sentence the use of "are +
I am embarrassed by his behaviour. making" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Active voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive
205. She ate the sweets greedily.
voice structure will be –
(a) Greedily sweets are eaten by her. A.V.→ Sub. + is/am/are + verb (ing) + obj. + other
(b) She herself ate the sweets greedily. words.
(c) Eating of the sweets was done by her P.V.→ Obj. + is/am/are + being + v3rd + by + sub. +
greedily.
(d) The sweets were eaten by her greedily. other words.
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 Correct Passive Voice–
Your life is being made more difficult by you.
Ans. (d) In the above sentence the use of "ate (V2)"
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice 209. Mother needs your help in the kitchen.
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will (a) In the kitchen mother needs help by yourself.
be– (b) Your helping is needed by mother in the
A.V → Sub + VerbIInd + Object + other words. kitchen.
P.V→ Obj + was/were + VIIIrd + by + Sub + other (c) Your help is needed by mother in the kitchen.
words. (d) Needing of your help is done by mother in
Correct Passive Voice– the kitchen.
The sweets were eaten by her greedily. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
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Ans. (c) In the above sentence the use of "needs (verb1 213. The organisers will give you a certificate.
+ s/es)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in (a) A certificate will be given to you by the
Active voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive organisers.
voice structure will be– (b) The organisers had given you a certificate.
Rules to convert into P.V. (c) You were given a certificate by the
A.V.→ Sub. + verb1 (s/es) + obj. + other words. organisers.
P.V.→ Obj. + is/am/are + verb3rd + by + sub. + other (d) Giving of certificate to you was done by
words. organisers.
Correct Passive Voice–
Your help is needed by mother in the kitchen. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
210. She always took her medicines on time. Ans (a) In the above sentence the use of "will + give
(V1)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
(a) The medicines was always took on time by voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
her.
(b) The medicines were always taken on time by structure will be–
her. A.V.→ Sub. + will/shall + verbI + obj. + other words.
(c) On time medicines she always took. P.V.→ Obj. + will / shall + be + verb III + by + sub. +
(d) Taking of the medicines on time was being other words.
done by her. Correct Passive Voice–
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 A certificate will be given to you by the organizers.
Ans. (b). In the above sentence the use of "took (V2)" 214. Select the option that is the correct passive
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice from of the given sentence
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will Our boss appreciates all our efforts.
be– (a) All our efforts were appreciated by our boss.
A.V.→ Sub. + verb (II form) + object + other words. (b) All our efforts will be appreciated by our boss
P.V.→ Object + was/were + verb III form + by +sub. + (c) All our efforts are appreciated by our boss
other words. (d) All our efforts are appreciated by us.
Correct Passive Voice– SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
The medicines were always taken on time by her. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "appreciates
211. I have flown this plane for seven years. (V1 + s/es)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
(a) This plane is flying me for seven years. Active voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(b) I am flying this plane for seven years. structure will be–
(c) Seven years have happened since I have been A.V.- Subject + verb1 + (s/es) + object + other words
flying this plane. P.V.- Object + is/am/are + verb3 + by + subject + other
(d) This plane has been flown by me for seven words.
years. Correct Passive Voice–
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 All our efforts are appreciated by our boss.
Ans. (d) In the above sentence the use of "have + flown 215. Select the correct passive form of the given
(V3)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active sentence. Follow all the steps accurately.
voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice (a) All the steps should be following accurately
structure will be–
A.V.→ Sub. + has/have + verb (III form) + object + (b) Let all the steps be follow accurately
other words. (c) Let all the steps be followed accurately
P.V.→ Obj + has/have + been + verb (III form) + by + (d) All the steps should be follow accurately
sub. + other words. SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II)
Correct Passive Voice– Ans. (c) : In the beginning of the above sentence
This plane has been flown by me for seven years. "verb1" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
212. Who has composed this song? Active voice of Imperative sentence. Its Passive voice
(a) This song will be composed by whom? structure will be–
(b) Who composes this song? A.V.- Verb + object + other words.
(c) Composing of this song ha s been done by P.V.- Let + object + be + verb3 + other words.
who? Correct Passive Voice–
(d) This song has been composed by whom? Let all the steps be followed accurately.
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 216. Select the correct active form of the given
Ans. (d) In the above sentence the use of "has + sentence.
composed (V3)" makes it clear that the given sentence is Perfection is sought by him in everything he
in Active voice of Interrogative Sentence of Present does.
Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure will be– (a) He sought perfection in everything he did
A.V.→ Who + has/have + verb (III form) + object + (b) He has sought perfection in everything he
other words + ? does
P.V.→ Obj. + has/have + been + verb (III form) + by (c) He seeks perfection in everything he does
whom? (d) He is seeking perfection in everything he
Correct Passive Voice– does
This song has been composed by whom? SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "is sought 220. Select the correct active form of the given
(V3)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in sentence.
Passive voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Active The main gate of the building was being
voice structure will be – guarded by gun-totting guards.
P.V.- Object + is/am/are + verb3 + by + subject + other (a) The main gate of the building were guarding
words. gun-totting guards.
A.V.- Subject + verb1 + (s/es) + object + other words. (b) Gun-totting guards were guarding the main
Correct Active Voice- gate of the building.
he seeks perfection in everything he does. (c) Gun-totting guards have been guarding the
217. Select the correct passive form of the given main gate of the building.
sentence. (d) Gun-totting guards guarded the main gate of
The volunteers ensured that no one was hurt. the building.
(a) It was ensured by the volunteers that no one SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
was hurt Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "was + being
(b) It was to be ensured by the volunteers that no + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
one was hurt Passive voice of Past Continuous tense. Its Active voice
(c) It was being ensured by the volunteers that no structure will be-
one was hurt A.V- Sub. + was/were + VI + ing + obj.
(d) It had been ensured by the volunteers that no P.V- Obj. + was/were + being + VIII + by + sub.
one was hurt Correct Active Voice-
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I) Gun-totting guards were guarding the main gate of the
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "ensured building.
(V2)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active 221. Select the correct passive form of the given
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice sentence.
structure will be– Show these visitors the butterfly farm.
A.V.- Subject + verb2 + object + other words. (a) These visitors should be showed the butterfly
P.V.- Object (it) + was/were + verb3 + by + subject + farm.
other words (b) Let these visitors be showing the butterfly
Correct Passive Voice– farm.
It was ensured by the volunteers that no one was hurt. (c) You must show these visitors the butterfly
218. Select the correct passive form of the given farm.
sentence. (d) Let these visitors be shown the butterfly farm.
I have completed that project. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) The project is completed by me Ans. (d) : In the beginning of the above sentence "v1
(b) The project was completed by me (show)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
(c) The project has been completed by me Active voice of Imperative sentence. Its Passive voice
(d) The project is being completed by me structure will be–
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
A.V.- Verb1 + obj. + other words
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "have + V3" P.V.- Let + obj. + be + v3 + other words
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
Correct Active Voice–
voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice Let these visitors be shown the butterfly farm.
structure will be–
A.V.- Sub. +has/have + v3 + obj 222. Select the correct active form of the given
P.V.- Obj. +has/have + been + v3 + by + sub sentence.
Correct Passive Voice– The wall of this park is being painted by
The project has been completed by me. children.
219. Select the correct passive form of the given (a) Children are painting the wall of the park.
sentence. (b) The wall is painting children of this park.
She did not accept the job of a clerk. (c) Children have been painting the wall of this
(a) The job of a clerk has not accepted her park.
(b) The job of a clerk did not accept her (d) Children painted the wall of this park.
(c) The job of a clerk was not accepted by her SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) The job of a clerk is not accepted by her Ans : (a) In the above sentence the use of "is + being +
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III) painted" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "did not + Passive voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Active
verbI" makes it clear that the given sentence is in voice structure will be–
Active Voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice P.V.- Obj. + is/am/are + being + VIIIrd form + by + sub.
structure will be– A.V.- Sub. + is/am/are + V1 + ing + obj.
A.V.- Subject + did + not + verb1 + object + other Correct Active Voice–
words. Children are painting the wall of the park.
P.V.- Object + was/were + not + verb3 + by + subject + 223. Select the correct passive form of the given
other words. sentence.
Correct Passive Voice– Please take the guest to his room on the 6th
The job of a clerk was not accepted by her. floor.
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(a) The guest should be took to his room on the (c) The glass table should be rubbed with a soft
6th floor. cloth to make it shine.
(b) You are requested to take the guest to his (d) The glass table have to be rubbed with a soft
room on the 6th floor. cloth to make it shine.
(c) You must take the guest to his room on the SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III)
6th floor Ans. (c) : In the beginning of the sentence the use of
(d) Let the guest be taking to his room on the 6th "Rub (VI)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
floor Active voice of Imperative sentence. Its Passive
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) structure will be–
IIIrd
Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "Please take P.V.- Obj. + should + be + V + other word.
(verb1)" makes it is clear that the given sentence is in Correct Passive Voice–
Imperative sentence which shows 'request' Hence, its The glass table should be rubbed with a soft cloth to
Passive voice structure will be– make it shine.
P.V.- You are requested + to + V1st form + obj. + other 227. Select the correct active form of the given
words. sentence.
Correct Passive Voice– The results will be known to us by the end of
You are requested to take the guest to his room on the the next month.
6th floor. (a) We have known the results by the end of the
224. Select the correct active form of the given next month.
sentence. (b) We will know the results by the end of the
One of the passengers was being thoroughly next month.
checked by the custom officers. (c) We are knowing the results by the end of the
(a) The custom officers have been thoroughly next month.
checking one of the passengers. (d) We know the results by the end of the next
(b) The custom officers thoroughly checked one month.
of the passengers. SSC CGL (Tier-I)–19/06/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) One of the passengers was thoroughly Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "will be +
checking the custom officers. V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
(d) The custom officers were thoroughly voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its Active voice
checking one of the passengers. structure will be–
SSC CGL (Tier-I)–07/06/2019 (Shift-I) Passive Structure IIIst
Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of "was + being Obj. + shall/will + be + V form + by + sub.
+ checked (V3)" makes it clear that the given sentence is Active Structure
Ist
in Passive voice of Past continuous tense. Its Active Sub. + shall/will + V form + obj.
voice structure will be– Correct Passive Voice-
A.V.- Subject + was/were + (VI + ing) + object. We will know the results by the end of the next month.
Correct Active Voice– 228. Select the correct active form of the given
The custom officers were thoroughly checking one of sentence.
the passengers. He was given a book for his birthday.
225. Select the correct passive form of the given (a) She gave him a book for his birthday.
sentences. (b) She will be giving him a book for is birthday.
They opened a new mall nearby last month. (c) She has gave him a book for his birthday.
(a) A new mall can be open nearby last month (d) She give a book to him for his birthday
(b) A new mall was opened nearby last month SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) A new mall will be opened nearby last month Ans : (a) In the above sentence the use of "was + V3"
(d) Nearby a new mall is opened last month. makes it clear that that the given sentence is in Passive
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of opened (V2) structure will be–
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active P.V.- Object + was/were + v3rd + subject + others.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice A.V.- Understood subject + v2 + obj. + others.
structure will be– Correct Active Voice–
A.V.- Sub. + V2 + object + other words. She gave him a book for his birthday.
P.V.- Object + was/were + V3 + by + sub. + other 229. Select the correct passive form of the given
words. sentence.
Correct Passive Voice– The artist played the violin.
A new mall was opened nearby last month. (a) The violin is being played by the artist.
226. Select the correct passive form of the given (b) The violin will be played be the artist.
sentence. (c) The violin had been played by the artist.
Rub the glass table with a soft cloth to make it (d) The violin was played by the artist.
shine. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
2
(a) The soft cloth should be rubbed with a glass Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V "
table to make it shine. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
(b) The glass table must rub with a soft cloth to voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
make it shine. structure will be–
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Active - Subject + verbIInd form + object. Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "was + VIIIrd"
Passive - Object + was/were + vIIIrd form + by + subject. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
Correct Passive Voice– Voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure
The violin was played by the artist. will be–
230. Select the correct active form of the given P.V.- Obj. + was/were + v3 + by + sub.+other words.
sentence. A.V.- Sub. + v2 + obj. + other words.
Rudra was laughed at by all his friends when Correct Active Voice-
Dinesh's grandmother looked after him when his parents
he wore his socks inside-out.
went abroad.
(a) All his friends laughed at Rudra when he
wore his socks inside-out. 233. Select the correct passive form of the given
(b) All his friends will be laughing at Rudra for sentence.
wearing his socks inside-out. Ananya plucks fresh flowers from the garden
(c) If Rudra wears his socks inside-out his friends every day.
will laugh at him. (a) Fresh flowers have been plucked by Ananya
(d) When Rudra wore his socks inside-out all his from the garden every day.
were laughing at him. (b) Fresh flowers were plucked by Ananya from
the garden every day.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Fresh garden is plucked by Ananya from the
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "was + flowers every day.
VIIIrd" makes it clear that the given sentence is in (d) Fresh flowers are plucked by Ananya from
Passive voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice the garden every day.
structure will be– SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III)
P.V.- Object + was/were + VIIIrd + by + subject. Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of (Subject + V1
A.V.- Sub. + VIInd + object. + s/es) makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Correct Active Voice- Active voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive
All his friends laughed at Rudra when he wore his voice structure will be –
socks inside-out. A.V.- Sub. + v1 + (e/es) + obj.
231. Select the correct passive form of the given P.V.- Obj. + is/am/are + vIIIrd + by + sub.
sentence. Correct Passive Voice–
They will put away their woollens after the Fresh flowers are plucked by Ananya from the garden
festival of Holi. every day.
(a) Their woollens have been put away after the 234. Select the correct passive form of the given
festival of Holi. sentence.
(b) Their woollens are being put away after the Credit cards are replacing cash transactions.
festival of Holi. (a) Cash trensactions had been replaced by credit
(c) Their woollens will be put away after the cards.
festival of Holi. (b) Cash transactions have been replaced by
(d) Their woollens are put away after the festival credit cards.
of Holi. (c) Cash transactions are being replaced by
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) credit cards.
(d) Cash transactions are replaced by credit
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject + cards.
will + V1" makes it clear that the given sentence is SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Active voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its Passive Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "are + v1 +
voice structure will be– ing" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
A.V.- Sub. + will/shall + VI + object. voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive voice
P.V.- Obj. + will be/shall be + V3 + by + subject. structure will be–
Correct Passive Voice– A.V.- sub. + is/am/are + V1 + ing + obj.
Their woollens will be put away after the festival of P.V.- obj. + is/am/are + being + V3 + by + sub.
Holi. Correct Passive Voice–
232. Select the correct active form of the given Cash transactions are being replaced by credit cards.
sentence. 235. Select the correct active form of the given
Dinesh was looked after by his grandmother sentence.
when his parents went abroad. We were given very little time to prepare the
(a) Dinesh's grandmother looks after him when presentation.
his parents went abroad. (a) They have given us very little time to prepare
(b) Dinesh's grandmother looked after him when the presentation.
his parents went abroad. (b) They gave us very little time to prepare the
presentation.
(c) Dinesh looked after his grandmother when (c) They will give us very little time to prepare
his parents went abroad. the presentation.
(d) Dinesh's grandmother was looking after him (d) They give us very little time to prepare the
when his parents went abroad. presentation.
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Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "Were + V3" Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "by whom
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive voice + were + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will in Passive voice of interrogative from of Past
be – Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will be –
P.V.- Sub. + was/were + VIIIrd + object + others. P.V.- By whom+was/were+ sub.+ v3+ other words.
A.V.– Object +V2 + Subject + other words. A.V.- Who + v2+ obj + other words.
Correct Active Voice-
They gave us very little time to prepare the presentation. 239. Select the correct passive form of the given
sentence.
236. Choose the option that is the passive form of
The sailors had never encountered such a
the sentence.
A campus fire in California caused the death of rough sea.
at least twenty-three persons. (a) Such a rough sea is never encountered by the
(a) The death of at least twenty three persons sailors.
caused a campuse fire in California (b) Such a rough sea had never been encountered
(b) The death of at least twenty three persons by the sailors.
will be caused in a campus fire in California. (c) Such a rough sea has never been encountered
(c) At least twenty-three persons' death was by the sailors.
caused in a campus fire in California. (d) Such a rough sea was never encountered by
(d) The death of at least twenty three persons the sailors.
was caused by a campus fire in California. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "had + v3"
Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of "Subject + makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is Active voice of Past Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will be–
will be– Active structure
Active Structure: Sub. + had + vIIIrd form + obj.
IInd
Subject + V form + Object. + other words. Passive structure
Passive Structure: Obj. + had been + vIIIrd form + by + sub.
IIIrd
Obj. + was/were + V form + by + sub. + other words.
Correct Passive Voice– The death of at least twenty Correct Passive Voice–
three persons was caused by a campus fire in California. Such a rough sea had never been encountered by the
sailors.
237. Choose the option that is the active form of the
sentence. 240. Select the correct active form of the given
It was decided by the members that the report sentence.
would be placed before the Chairman for his We will all be greatly benefitted by this scheme.
comments. (a) This scheme will greatly benefit us all.
(a) The Chairman's comments were to be placed (b) This scheme has greatly benefitted us all.
on the report of the members. (c) This scheme is going to greatly benefit us all.
(b) Did the members decide to place the report (d) This scheme would greatly benefit we all.
before the Chairman? SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) The Chairman decided to place the report Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "will be +
before the members. v3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
(d) The members decided to place the report voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its Active voice
before the Chairman for his comments.
structure will be–
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Passive Structure–
Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of "was + V3" Obj. + shall/will + be + vIIIrd form + by + sub.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive voice
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will Active structure Ist
be– Sub. + shall/will + v form + obj.
Passive Structure- Correct Sentence-
IIIrd
Obj. + was/were + V form + by + sub. This scheme will greatly benefit us all.
Active Structure 241. Select the correct passive form of the given
Subject + VIInd form + Object. sentence.
Correct Active Voice– She never trusted anyone.
The members decided to place the report before the (a) Anyone is not trusted by her.
Chairman for his comments. (b) She was never trusted by anyone.
238. Select the correct active form of the given (c) No one was ever trusted by her.
sentences. (d) Her trust was never for anyone.
By whom were you taught Mathematics ? SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) Who will teach you Mathematics?
(b) Who taught you Mathematics? Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject +
(c) Who teaching you Mathematics? V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
(d) Whom are you teaching Mathematics? voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) structure will be–
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P.V.- Sub.+was/were+V3+ by+obj. 245. Select the correct active form of the given
Note– While making 'anyone' Passive, 'No one' will be sentence.
written and 'never' will be changed to 'ever'. She was seen sitting in the last row.
Correct Passive Voice- (a) We see her sitting in the last row
No one was ever trusted by her. (b) We saw her sitting in the last row
242. Select the correct active form of the given (c) We had seen her sitting in the last row
sentence. (d) We have seen her sitting in the last row
Heavy taxes have been imposed on luxury SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
items by the government. Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "was + V3"
(a) The government had imposed heavy taxes on makes it clear that the given sentence is Passive voice of
luxury items. Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice structure will be–
(b) The government imposed heavy taxes on P.V.→ Obj. + was/were + v3 + by + subject.
luxury items. A.V.→ Sub. + v2 + object.
(c) The government is imposing heavy taxes on Correct Active Voice-
luxury items. We saw her sitting in the last row.
(d) The government has imposed heavy taxes on 246. Select the correct passive form of the given
luxury items. sentence.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II) The enemy will have seized the fort before
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "have been nightfall.
+ V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in (a) The enemy will be seized by the fort before
Passive voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Active voice nightfall.
structure will be– (b) The fort would have been seized by the
Passive Structure enemy before nightfall.
Obj. + has/have + been + vIIIrd form + by + sub. (c) The fort will have been seized by the enemy
Active Structure before nightfall.
Sub. + has/have + vIIIrd form + obj. (d) The enemy will seize the fort before
Correct Active Voice– nightfall.
The government has imposed heavy taxes on luxury SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
items. Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "will have +
243. Select the correct passive form of the given V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
sentence voice of Future Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure
It is time to serve dinner. will be–
(a) It is time for dinner to be served. Active– Sub. + will/shall + have + verbIIIrd + object.
(b) It is time that dinner is serve. Passive– Obj. + will/shall + have been + verbIIIrd + by
(c) It is time so dinner should be served. + subject.
(d) It is dinner serving time. Correct Passive Voice–
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) The fort will have been seized by the enemy before
Ans. (a) : The given sentence is in Active voice of nightfall.
Imperative sentence. Its Passive voice structure is – It 247. Select the correct active form of the given
is time + object (for dinner) + to + be + VIII form sentence.
(served). Let the bell be rung every forty minutes.
Note:- "By + subject" is not used in Imperative sentence. (a) The bell should be rung every forty minutes
Correct Passive Voice- (b) Ring the bell every forty minutes
It is time for dinner to be served. (c) The bell ought to be rung every forty minutes
244. Select the correct active form of the given (d) Let the bell keep ringing every forty minutes
sentence. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Superstitions are still believed in by people. Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "Let + obj +
(a) People still believed in superstitions. be + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
(b) People still believe in superstitions. Passive voice of imperative sentence. Passive voice
(c) People are still believing in superstitions. structure will be–
(d) People have still believed in superstitions. A.V.- VIst + object + others.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) P.V.- Let + obj + be + v3 + others.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "are + V3" Correct active Voice-
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive Ring the bell every forty minutes.
voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Active voice 248. Select the correct passive form of the given
structure will be– sentence.
Active Structure He is clicking good pictures with his new
Sub. + VIst form + obj. camera.
Passive Structure (a) Good pictures were clicked with his new
Obj. + is/am/are + VIIIrd form + by + sub. camera.
Correct Active Voice– (b) Good pictures have been clicked with his
People still believe in superstitions. new camera.
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(c) Good pictures are being clicked with his new (c) Let these students to be taken round the
camera. biscuit factory.
(d) Good pictures are clicked with his new (d) You must take these students round the
camera. biscuit factory.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "is + verb + Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "Please + V1"
ing" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active makes it clear that the sentence is in Imperative
voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive voice sentence which shows request. Hence, Its Passive voice
structure will be– structure will be–
A.V.- Sub. + is/am/are + V1 + ing + obj. Active Structure- Please + V1 + obj. + others.
P.V.- Obj. + is/am/are + being + V3 + by + sub. Passive Structure- You are requested + to + verb1 +
Correct Passive Voice- object + other words.
Good pictures are being clicked with his new camera. Correct Passive Voice–
You are requested to take these students round the
249. Select the correct passive form of the given biscuit factory.
sentence.
252. Select the correct active form of the given
Have they announced the world cup cricket
team? sentence.
(a) Have the world cup cricket team announced? The chairs were being arranged in the
(b) Have the world cup cricket team been examination hall by the staff.
(a) The chairs were arranging the staff in the
announced?
examination hall.
(c) Has the world cup cricket team being (b) The staff was arranging the chairs in the
announced? examination hall.
(d) Has the world cup cricket team been (c) The staff has been arranging the chairs in the
announced? examination hall.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) (d) The staff has arranged the chairs in the
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "Have + examination hall.
Subject + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is SSC CGL (Tier-I)–07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
in Active voice of Interrogative of Present Perfect Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "were +being
tense. Its Passive voice structure will be– + v3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
Passive- Has/have + obj. + been + V3 + by + sub. voice of Past Continuous tense. Its Active voice
Correct Passive Voice- structure will be–
Has the world cup cricket team been announced? P.V.- Obj. + was/were + being + V3 + by + sub.
250. Select the correct active form of the given A.V.- Sub. + was/were + V1 + ing + obj.
sentence. Correct Active Voice–
You will either be taken prisoner or shot by the The staff was arranging the chairs in the examination
enemy. hall.
(a) The enemy will be either taking you prisoner 253. Select the correct active form of the given
or shooting you. sentence.
(b) The enemy would either take you prisoner or The hunchback was being laughed at by
shoot. everyone.
(c) The enemy will either take you prisoner or (a) Everyone was laughing at the hunchback.
shoot you. (b) Everyone is laughing at the hunchback.
(d) The enemy either takes you prisoner or shoots (c) Everyone laughed at the hunchback.
you. (d) Everyone laughs at the hunchback.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "will + be + Ans : (a) In the above sentence the use of "was + being
V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its Active voice Passive voice of Past Continuous tense. Its Active voice
structure will be– structure will be–
A.V.- Sub. + will/shall + VIst + object. P.V.- Object + was/were + being + V3 + by + sub.
P.V.- Obj. + will/shall + be + VIIIrd + by + sub. A.V.- Sub + was/were + V1 + ing + obj.
Correct Active Voice-
Correct Active Voice–
Everyone was laughing at the hunchback.
The enemy will either take you prisoner or shoot you.
254. Select the correct passive form of the given
251. Select the correct passive form of the given
sentence.
sentence. Some people believe that discipline means blind
Please take these students round the biscuit submission to authority.
factory. (a) It is belief by some people that discipline
(a) These students should be taking round the means blind submission to authority
biscuit factory. (b) It was believed by some people that
(b) You are requested to take these students discipline meant blind submission to
round the biscuit factory. authority.
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(c) It is believed by some people that discipline Ans : (c) In the beginning of the sentence "V1" makes
means blind submission to authority. it clear that the given sentence is in Imperative
(d) It has been believed by some people that Sentence. Its Passive voice structure will be–
discipline means blind submission to. A.V.- V1 + obj. + others.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) P.V.- Object + should be + verb (III) + others.
Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "Subject + Correct Passive Voice–
V1" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active This suitcase should be taken upstairs.
voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice 258. Select the correct active form of the given
structure will be– sentence.
Active Voice- Sub. + V1 + Object. The injured were being removed to the hospital
Passive Voice- Obj. + is/am/are + V3 + by + Sub. by the police.
(a) The police removed the injured to the
Correct Passive Voice- hospital.
It is believed by some people that discipline means (b) The injured was removing the police to the
blind submission to authority. hospital.
255. Select the correct passive form to the given (c) The police was removing the injured to the
sentence. hospital.
At night, lock the outer gate. (d) The police has been removing the injured to
(a) The outer gate is requested to be locked at the hospital.
night. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
(b) The outer gate is locked at night. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "was +
(c) The outer gate be locked at night. being + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is
(d) Let the outer gate be locked at night. Passive voice of Past Continuous tense. Its Active
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) voice structure will be–
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in Active voice of P.V.- Obj. + was/were + being + V3 + by + sub.
Imperative sentence, Its Passive voice structure will A.V.- Sub. + was/were + V1 + ing + obj.
be– Correct Active Voice–
The police was removing the injured to the hospital.
A.V.- V1 + obj. + other words.
P.V.- Let + obj. + be + V3rd + object + other words. 259. Select the correct active form of the given
Correct Passive Voice– sentence.
Let the outer gate be locked at night. Every passing vehicle was being thoroughly
checked by the guards.
256. Select the correct active form of the given (a) The guards have been thoroughly checking
sentence. every passing vehicle.
Their children were brought up with great (b) Every passing vehicle were thoroughly
care. checking the guards.
(a) They have been bringing up their children (c) The guards have thoroughly checked every
with great care. passing vehicle.
(b) They had brought up their children with great (d) The guards were thoroughly checking every
care. passing vehicle.
(c) They brought up their children with great SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
care. Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of "was + being
(d) Their children brought them up with great + V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
care. Passive voice of Past Continuous tense. Its Active voice
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) structure will be–
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "were + V3" P.V.- Obj. + was/were + being + VIIIrd + by + sub.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive A.V.- Sub. + was/were + VI + ing + object.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice Correct Active Voice–
structure will be– The guards were thoroughly checking every passing
P.V.- Object + was/were/+ VIIIrd + by + subject. vehicle.
A.V.- Sub + VIInd + object. 260. Select the correct passive form of the given
Correct Active Voice– sentence.
They brought up their children with great care. Do not buy medicines without the doctor's
257. Select the correct passive form of the given prescription.
(a) Medicines could not be bought without the
sentence. doctor's prescription
Take this suitcase upstairs. (b) Medicines need not be bought without the
(a) You are requested to take this suitcase doctor's prescription
upstairs. (c) Medicines should not be bought without the
(b) You must be taking this suitcase upstairs. doctor's prescription
(c) This suitcase should be taken upstairs. (d) Medicines might not be bought without the
(d) Let this suitcase been taken upstairs. doctor's prescription
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Ans : (c) In the beginning of above sentence the use of Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "was + V3"
"Do not + V1" makes it clear that the given sentence is makes it clear that the given sentence is in Passive
in Imperative Sentence. Its Passive voice structure will voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Active voice
be– structure will be–
A.V.- Do not + V1 + obj. + others. Active structure- Sub. + VIInd form + obj.
P.V.- Obj. + should + not + be + V3 + other words. Passive structure- Obj. + was/were + VIIIrd form + by +
Correct Passive Voice- sub.
Medicines should not be bought without the doctor's Correct Active Voice-
Prescription. The inadequate rainfall adversely affected the crop.
261. Select the correct passive form of the given 264. Select the correct passive form of the given
sentence. sentence.
Do not park your car in front of my house. Someone gave him a new case for his credit
(a) My house should not be parked in front of cards.
your car (a) He is given a new case for his credit cards.
(b) Your car need not be parked in front of my (b) He had given a new case for his credit cards.
house. (c) He was given a new case for his credit cards.
(c) Your car could not be parked in front of my (d) He has given a new case for his credit cards.
house. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(d) Your car should not be parked in front of my Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2"
house. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II) of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of "Do not + be–
V1" makes it clear that the sentence is in Imperative Active Structure- Sub + v2nd + object.
Sentence. Its Passive voice structure will be– Passive Structure- Obj. + was/were + v3rd + by +
A.V.- Do not + v1 + obj. + others. subject.
P.V.- Obj. + should + not + be + V3 + other words. Correct Passive Voice-
Correct Passive Voice- He was given a new case for his credit cards.
Your car should not be parked in front of my house. 265. Select the correct passive form of the given
262. Select the correct passive form of the given sentence.
sentence. The cyclone has damaged several crops.
Please show me my son's Mathematics (a) Several crops are being damaged by the
notebook. cyclone.
(a) I may please be shown my son's Mathematics (b) Several corps had been damaged by the
notebook. cyclone.
(b) My son may please be shown the (c) Several crops have been damaged by the
Mathematics notebook. cyclone.
(c) I will please be shown my son's Mathematics (d) Several crops have damaged the cyclone.
notebook. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) My son's Mathematics notebook was please
Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "has + V3"
shown to me.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure will
Ans. (a) : The use of ''please show' (V1) in the starting be–
of the sentence makes it clear that the sentence is Active structure- Sub. + has/have + VIIIrd form + obj.
Active Voice of imperative sentence and its passive Passive structure- Obj. + has/have + been + VIIIrd form +
voice structure will be- by + sub.
A.V.- (Please) + (V1) + obj. + other words. Correct Passive Voice-
P.V.- obj. + modal verb (may) + please + be + verb3 +
other words. Several crops have been damaged by the cyclone.
Correct Passive Voice- 266. Select the correct passive form of the given
I may please be shown my son's Mathematics sentence.
notebook. Everyone should obey traffic regulations.
263. Select the correct active form of the given (a) Traffic regulation will be obeyed by
sentence. everyone.
The crop was adversely affected by the (b) Traffic regulations should be obey by
inadequate rainfall. everyone.
(a) The inadequate rainfall adversely affected the (c) Traffic regulations are obeyed by everyone.
crop. (d) Traffic regulations should be obeyed by
(b) The inadequate rainfall was adversely everyone.
affecting the crop. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) The inadequate crop adversely affected the Ans : (d) While making Modal verb 'should' a Passive
rainfall. form, 'be' is used after 'should' and the 'subject' is the
(d) The adversely rainfall has affected the 'object' and 'object' into the subject. Changed in Passive
inadequate crop. VIII form of verb is used and finally by is used before
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III) subject.
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A.V.- Sub. + should + V1 + obj. Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "gave (V2)"
P.V.- Obj. + should + be + VIIIrd + by + sub. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
Correct Passive Voice- of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
Traffic regulations should be obeyed by everyone. be–
267. Select the correct passive form of the given Active- Subject + verb (2nd form) + object + others.
sentence. Passive- Object + was/were + verb(3rd form) + by +
You have made a mistake in writing your subject + others.
answer. Correct Passive Voice-
(a) A mistake has been made by you in writing The children were given prizes by the chief guest.
your answer. 270. Select the correct passive form of the given
(b) A mistake have been made by you in writing sentence.
your answer. They will complete the painting in a week's
(c) A mistake is being made by you in writing time.
your answer. (a) The painting will be completed in a week's
(d) A mistake had been made by you in writing time.
your answer. (b) The painting was completed in a week's time.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I) (c) The painting is completed in a week's time.
Ans : (a) In the above sentence the use of "have + V3" (d) The painting had been completed in a week's
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice time.
of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure will SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
be– Ans : (a) In the above sentence the use of "will + V1"
A.V.- Subject + has/have + verb3rd form + object + makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
others. of Future Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure
P.V.- Object + has/have + been + verb3rd form + by + will be–
subject + others. Active- Sub. + shall/will + v1 + obj.
Correct Passive Voice- Passive- Obj. + shall/will + be + v3 + by + sub.
A mistake has been made by you in writing your Note- Sometimes 'by + subject' is understood.
answer. Correct Passive Voice-
268. Select the correct passive form of the given The painting will be completed in a week's time
sentence. 271. Select the correct passive form of the given
His mother gave him a note for his teacher. sentence.
(a) He had been given a note for his teacher by They are going to open the shops at eleven
his mother. o'clock.
(b) He is given a note for his teacher by his (a) The shops must be opened at eleven o'clock.
mother. (b) The shops were opened at eleven o'clock.
(c) He was given a note for his teacher by his (c) The shops are going to be opened at eleven
mother. o'clock.
(d) His teacher was given a note for his mother. (d) The shops have been opened at eleven
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II) o'clock.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "gave (V2)"
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice Ans : (c) The above sentence is in Active voice of
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will Present continuous tense. Its Passive voice structure will
be– be–
A.V.- Subject + VIInd + object1 + object2 + others. Active- Subject + is/am/are + verb1 + ing + to + V1 +
P.V.- Object (indirect) + was/were+VIIIrd + object2 object + others.
Passive- Object + is/am/are + V1 + ing + to + be +
(direct) + others + by + subject.
verbIIIrd form + by + Object + Others.
Note:– Sometimes in the case of two objects being Note :- In the above sentence Main Verb infinitive 'to
given in the sentence Indirect object (animate) and open' is used while converting it into Passive to + be +
Direct object (inanimate). Indirect object (animate) as V3 (opened ) is used.
subject of Passive is considered better. Correct Passive Sentence-
Correct Passive Voice- The shops are going to be opend at eleven o'clock.
He was given a note for his teacher by his mother. 272. Select the correct passive form of the given
269. Choose the option that is the passive form of sentence.
the sentence. They will not allow mobile phones in the
The chief guest gave prizes to the children. examination hall.
(a) The children were being given prizes by the (a) Mobile phones are not allowed in the
chief guest. examination hall.
(b) The children are given prizes by the chief (b) Mobile phones are not being allowed in the
guest. examination hall.
(c) The children were given prizes by the chief (c) Mobile phones will not be allowed in the
guest. examination hall.
(d) The children was given prizes by the chief (d) Mobile phones were not allowed in the
guest. examination hall.
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Ans : (c) The above sentence is in Active Voice of Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "Please +
Negative sentence of Future Indefinite tense. Its Passive V1" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
voice structure will be– voice of Imerative sentence. Its passive voice structure
Active structure- will be–
Sub. + shall/will + not + VIst form + obj. A.V.- Please + V1 + obj.
Passive structure- P.V.- You are requested to + v1 + obj.
Obj. + will/shall + not + be + VIIIrd form + by + sub. You are requested/adviced/ordered+Active Sentence.
Note-1: Sometimes by + object is understood. Note- If the sense of order appears from Active
Correct Passive Voice- sentence and object is also given in it, then its Passive
Mobile phones will not be allowed in the examination can also be made in the following way–
hall. Let + obj. + be + verb3rd form.
273. Select the most appropriate passive form of the Correct Passive Voice-
given sentence. You are requested to lock the door.
The surgeon successfully operated upon the 276. Select the most appropriate passive form of the
patient. given sentence.
(a) The patient is being successfully operated She answered fifty questions in one hour.
upon by the surgeon. (a) Fifty questions were answered by her in one
(b) The patient is successfully operated upon by hour.
the surgeon. (b) Fifty questions were being answered by her
(c) The patient was successfully operated upon in one hour.
by the surgeon. (c) Fifty questions have been answered by her in
(d) The surgeon has been successfully operated one hour.
upon by the patient. (d) Fifty questions are answered by her in one
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I) hour.
Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "V2 SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(operated)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Ans : (a) In the above sentence the use of "V2
Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice (answered)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
structure will be– Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
Active- Subject + vIInd form + object + others words. structure will be–
Passive- Object + was/were + vIIIrd form + by + subject Active structure
+ other words. Sub. + VIInd form + obj.
Correct Passive Voice- Passive structure
The patient was successfully operated upon by the Obj. + was/were + VIIIrd form + by + sub.
surgeon. Note- While making Active to Passive, subject to object
274. Select the most appropriate passive form of the and object to subject is converted.
given sentence. Correct Passive Voice–
He threw the ball towards his little brother. Fifty questions were answered by her in one hour.
(a) His little brother's ball was thrown at him. 277. Select the most appropriate passive form of the
(b) The ball was thrown towards his little given sentence.
brother. They were distributing food grains among the
(c) The ball is thrown towards his little brother. poor.
(d) The ball is being thrown towards his little (a) The poor will be distributed among food
brother. grains.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II) (b) Food grains were being distributed among
Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2" the poor.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice (c) Food grains were distributed among the poor.
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will (d) Food grains will be distributed among the
be– poor.
Active Structure- Sub. + VIInd form + obj. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Passive Structure- Obj.+was/were+VIIIrd form + by +
Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "were + ing"
sub.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
Correct Passive Sentence–
of Past Continuous tense. Its Passive voice structure
The ball was thrown towards his little brother.
will be–
275. Select the most appropriate passive form of the Active Structure
given sentence.
Please lock the door. Sub. + was / were + v + ing form + obj.
(a) The door should kindly being locked. Passive Structure
(b) You are requested to lock the door.
Obj. + was / were + being + v IIIrd form + by + sub.
(c) You are being ordered to lock the door.
(d) Please let the door be lock. Correct Passive Voice-
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278. Select the most appropriate passive form of the How much montly rent (question word)+was/were +
given sentence. verb3 + by + sub + other words + ?
The store manager caught the teenager Correct Passive Voice-
shoplifting. How much monthly rent was paid for the house?
(a) The teenager is caught shoplifting by the
store manager. 281. Select the most appropriate passive form of the
(b) The teenager was caught shoplifting by the given sentence.
store manager. Have you paid your outstanding bills?
(c) The store manager is caught shoplifting by (a) Have your outstanding bills been paid?
the teenager (b) Are your outstanding bills being paid?
(d) The teenager has been caught shoplifting by (c) Have your outstanding bills being paid?
the store manager. (d) Will your outstanding bills be paid?
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "V2 Ans : (a) In the above sentence the use of 'have + sub +
(Caught)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice V3" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
structure will be– Interrogative form of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive
Active structure voice structure will be–
Sub. + vIInd form + obj. Active structure- Has/have + sub. + VIIIrd form + obj.
Passive structure Passive structure- Has/have + obj. + been + VIIIrd form +
Obj. + was/were + vIIIrd form + by + sub. by + sub.?
Correct Passive Sentence- Note :- While making Active to Passive, sub into object
The teenager was caught shoplifting by the store and obj. into subject is created. Sometimes 'by +
manager. subject' is understood.
279. Select the correct passive form of the given Correct Passive Voice
sentence. Have your outstanding bills been paid ?
The mechanic repaired my car quite 282. Select the correct passive form of the given
satisfactorily. sentence.
(a) My car repaired quite satisfactorily by the The merchant took out the dead parrot from
mechanic. the cage.
(b) The mechanic was repaired quite (a) The dead parrot took out from the cage by the
satisfactorily by my car. merchant.
(c) My car was repaired quite satisfactorily by (b) The dead parrot is taken out from the cage by
the mechanic. the merchant.
(d) My car is repaired quite satisfactorily by the (c) The dead parrot was taking out from the cage
mechanic. by the merchant.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I) (d) The dead parrot was taken out from the cage
Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2" by the merchant.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
be– Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2"
Active- Subject + VIInd + object + others. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
Passive- Object + was/were + VIIInd + by + subject. of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
Correct Passive Voice- be–
My car was repaired quite satisfactorily by the Active structure- Sub. + VIInd form + obj.
mechanic. Passive structure- Obj.+was/were + VIIIrd form + by +
280. Select the most appropriate passive form of the sub.
given sentence. Correct Passive Voice–
How much monthly rent did you pay for the The dead parrot was taken out from the cage by the
house? merchant.
(a) How much monthly rent is paid for the 283. Select the correct passive form of the given
house? sentence.
(b) How much monthly rent was being paid for The merchant brought many gifts for his
the house? family from India.
(c) How much monthly rent was paid for the (a) Many gifts were brought by the merchant for
house? his family from India.
(d) How much monthly rent is being paid for the (b) His family were brought by the merchant for
house? his family from India.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Many gifts brought by the merchant for his
Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of verb family from India.
'Wh+Did' makes it clear that the given sentence is in (d) Many gifts are brought by the merchant for
Interrogative of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive his family from India.
structure will be– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2" (c) The Chrysanthemum Throne has abdicated
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active by the Japanese Emperor Akihito in April,
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice 2019.
structure will be– (d) The Chrysanthemum Throne is abdicated by
Active Structure the Japanese Emperor Akihito in April, 2019.
Sub. + VIIrd form + obj. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Passive Structure Ans : (b) In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V2"
Obj. + was/were + VIIIrd form + by + sub. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
Correct Passive Voice- of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
Many gifts were brought by the merchant for his be–
family from India. A.V.- Sub. + v2 + object + other words.
284. Select the correct passive form of the given P.V.- Object + was/were + V3rd + by + subject + other
sentence. words.
The new gardener looks after the plants well. Correct Passive Voice–
(a) The plants looked after well by the new The Chrysanthemum Throne was abdicated by the
gardener. Japanese Emperor Akihito in April, 2019.
(b) The plants were looked after well by the new 287. Select the correct passive form of the given
gardener. sentence.
(c) The plants are looked after well by the new Bill Gates has given away twenty seven percent
gardener. of his wealth in charity.
(d) The new gardener is looked after well by the (a) Twenty seven percent of his wealth had been
plants. given away by Bill Gates in charity.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) (b) Twenty seven percent of his wealth has given
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject + away Bill Gates in charity.
V1(e/es)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in (c) Twenty seven percent of his wealth has been
Active voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive given away by Bill Gates in charity.
voice structure will be– (d) Bill Gates has been given away by twenty
Active- Subject + verb + s/es + object + others. seven percent of his wealth in charity.
Passive- Object + is/am/are + verbIIIrd + by + subject + SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III)
others. Ans : (c) In the above sentence the use of "has + V3"
Correct Passive Voice- makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
The plants are looked after well by the new gardener. of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure will
285. Select the correct passive form of the given be–
sentence. A.V.- Sub. + has/have + VIIIrd form + obj.
The gardener has mowed the lawn. P.V.- Obj. + has/have + been + VIIIrd form + by + sub.
(a) The lawn was mowed by the gardener. Correct Passive Voice-
(b) The lawn has been mowed by the gardener. Twenty seven percent of his wealth has been given
(c) The lawn is mowed by the gardener. away by Bill Gates in charity.
(d) The gardener has been mowed by the lawn. 288. Select the correct passive form of the given
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I) sentence.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "has + V3" The prisoners have made these paintings.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active (a) These prisoners have been made by the
Voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice paintings.
structure will be– (b) These paintings were made by the prisoners.
Active- Subject + has/have + VerbIIIrd form + Object + (c) These paintings are made by the prisoners.
Others. (d) These paintings have been made by the
Passive- Object + has/have + been + VerbIIIrd form + prisoners.
by + Subject + Others. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct Passive Voice– Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of "have + V3"
The lawn has been mowed by the gardener. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
286. Select the correct passive form of the given of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure will
sentence. be–
The Japanese Emperor Akihito abdicated the Active voice- (Sub. + has/ have + v3 + obj.)
Chrysanthemum Throne in April, 2019. Passive voice- (Obj. + has/have + been + v3 + by + sub.)
(a) The Japanese Emperor Akihito was abdicated Correct Passive Voice-
by the Chrysanthemum Throne in April, These paintings have been made by the prisoners.
2019. 289. Select the correct passive form of the given
(b) The Chrysanthemum Throne was abdicated sentence.
by the Japanese Emperor Akihito in April, Savita will deliver a speech on the occasion of
2019. Ambedkar Jayanti.
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(a) On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti a A.V.– Subject + is/am/are + verb1 + ing + object +
speech is being delivered by Savita. other words.
(b) On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti a P.V.– Object + is/am/are + being + v3 + by + subject +
speech was delivered by Savita. other words.
(c) On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti a Correct Passive Voice-
speech will be delivered by Savita.
(d) On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti a A new serial about the life of Dr. Ambedkar is being
speech is to be delivered by Savita. watched by my mother.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) 292. Select the correct passive form of the given
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Will + V1" sentence.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active We are arranging an exhibition of sarees from
voice of Future Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice different states of India at Dilli Haat.
structure will be– (a) An exhibition of sarees from different states
Active- Subject + will/shall + verb1 + object + other of India is being arranged by us at Dilli Haat.
words. (b) An exhibition of sarees from different states
Passive- Object + will/shall + be + verb3 + by + of India was arranged by us at Dilli Haat.
subject + other words. (c) An exhibition of sarees from different states
Correct Passive Voice- of India has been arranged by us at Dilli Haat.
On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti a speech will be (d) An exhibition of sarees from different states
delivered by Savita. of India will be arranged by us at Dilli Haat.
290. Select the option that is the passive form of the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
sentence. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of 'are + VIst +
The sub-committee is presenting its report in a ing' makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
week's time. voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive voice
(a) The report of the sub-committee had been structure will be–
presented in a week's time. A.V.– Subject + is/am/are + V1 + ing + object + other
(b) The report of the sub-committee is presenting
words.
in a week's time.
(c) The report of the sub-committee is being P.V.– Object + is/am/are + being + V3 + by + subject +
presented in a week's time other words.
(d) The report of the sub-committee has been Correct Passive Voice-
presented in a week's time. An exhibition of sarees from different states of India is
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I) being arranged by us at Dilli Haat.
Ans. (c) In the above sentence the use of "is + V1 + ing" 293. Select the correct passive form of the given
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice sentence.
of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive voice structure My friend narrated a very interesting story at
will be– the International Storytelling Festival.
Active structure (a) A very interesting story was being narrated by
ing
Sub. + is/am/are + V form + obj. my friend at the International Storytelling
Passive Structure Festival.
IIIrd
Obj. + is/am/are + being + V + by + sub.
(b) A very interesting story has been narrated by
Correct Passive Voice-
my friend at the International Storytelling
The report of the sub-committee is being presented in a Festival.
week's time. (c) A very interesting story was narrated by my
291. Select the correct passive form of given friend at the International Storytelling
sentence. Festival.
My mother is watching a new serial about the (d) A very interesting story is being narrated by
life of Dr. Ambedkar. my friend at the International Storytelling
(a) A new serial about the life of Dr. Ambedkar Festival.
is being watched by my mother. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(b) A new serial about the life of Dr. Ambedkar Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "V2
was being watched by my mother. (narrated)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
(c) A new serial about the life of Dr. Ambedkar Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
is watched by my mother. structure will be–
(d) A new serial about the life of Dr. Ambedkar A.V.- Subject + V + object+ other words.
2
will be watched by my mother.
P.V.- Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + other
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
words.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "is + VIst +
Correct Passive Voice-
ing" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive voice A very interesting story was narrated by my friend at
structure will be– the International Storytelling Festival.

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294. Select the correct passive form of the given Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of 'have + v3'
sentence. makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
Chhattisgarh organised the first ever 'All India voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice
Folk Dance Festival' in January 2020. structure will be–
(a) The first ever 'All India Folk Dance Festival' Active Structure
will be organised by the Chhaattisgarh State Sub. + has/have + VIIIrd form + Obj.
in January 2020. Passive Structure
(b) The first ever 'All India Folk Dance Festival' IIIrd
was being organised by the Chhaattisgarh Obj. + has/have + been V form + by + sub.
State in January 2020. Correct Passive Voice-
(c) The first ever 'All India Folk Dance Festival' The colour of the new car we want to buy has been
was organised by the Chhaattisgarh State in chosen by us.
January 2020. 297. Select the correct passive form of the given
(d) The first ever 'All India Folk Dance Festival' sentence.
had been organised by the Chhaattisgarh State Rains lashed Delhi and brought the
in January 2020. temperature down by a few degrees.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II) (a) Delhi had been lashed by rain and the
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of V2 temperature had been brought down by a few
(organised) makes it clear that the given sentence is in (b) Delhi was being lashed by rain and the
Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its passive voice temperature was being brought down by a
structure will be– few degrees.
A.V.– Subject + V2 + object + others. (c) Delhi was lashed by rains and the temperature
P.V.– Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + others. was brought down by a few degrees.
Correct Passive Voice (d) Delhi is being lashed by rain and the
The first ever 'All India Folk Dance Festival' was temperature was brought down by a few
organised by the Chhaattisgarh State in January 2020. degrees.
295. Select the correct Passive form of the given SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I)
sentence. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject +
The Inspector had already proved the case V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
before the investigation team took charge of it. Voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(a) The case had already been proved by the
Inspector before the investigation team took structure will be –
charge of it. A.V.- Subject + V2 + object + others.
(b) The investigation team took chage of the case P.V.- Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + others.
out the inspector had already proved before it. Correct Passive Voice-
(c) The case was already proved by the Inspector Delhi was lashed by rains and the temperature was
before the investigation team took charge of it. brought down by a few degrees.
(d) The case had already proved by the Inspector 298. Select the correct passive form of the given
before the investigation team took charge of it. sentence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III) The coach received the members of the team
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "had + V3" with great excitement.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active (a) The members of the team were received by
voice of Past Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure the coach with great excitement.
will be– (b) The member of the team had been received
Active Structure by the coach with great excitement.
Sub. + had + VIIIrd form + Obj. (c) The member of the team was received by the
Passive Structure coach with great excitement.
Obj. + had + been + VIIIrd form + by + sub. (d) The member of the team could be received by
Correct Passive Voice- the coach with great excitement.
The case had already been proved by the Inspector SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I)
before the investigation team took charge of it. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "V2
296. Select the option that is the passive form of the (received)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
sentence. Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
We have chosen the colour of the new car we structure will be–
want to buy. Active structure
(a) The colour of the new car we want to buy is nd
being chosen by us. Sub + V II form + object
(b) The colour of the new car we want to buy had Passive structure
been chosen. rd
(c) The colour of the new car we want to buy has Obj + was / were + V III form + by + sub
been chosen by us.
(d) The colour of the new car we want to buy can Correct Passive Voice-
be chosen by us. The members of the team were received by the coach
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) with great excitement.
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299. Select the correct passive form of the given A.V.– Subject + has/have + V3 + object.
sentence. P.V.– Object + has/have + been + V3 + by + subject.
Sheetal might have misplaced Mohan's wallet Correct Passive Voice-
in their rush. A new version of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' has been
(a) Mohan's wallet may have been misplaced by performed by the students.
Sheetal in their rush. 302. Select the correct passive form of the given
(b) Mohan's wallet might have been misplaced by sentence?
Sheetal in their rush. Who killed Ravana?
(c) Mohan's wallet may be misplaced by Sheetal (a) By whom was Ravana killed?
in their rush. (b) Ravana is killed by whom?
(d) Mohan's wallet might be misplaced by (c) By whom Ravana was killed?
Sheetal in their rush. (d) Ravana was killed by whom?
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of 'might + Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "Who + V2
have' makes it clear that the given sentence is in (killed)" makes it clear that the given sentence is
Active voice of Past form of modal verb. Its Passive Active voice of Interrogative form of Past Indefinite
structure will be– tense. Its Passive voice structure will be–
A.V.– Subject + modal + have + V3 + object + others. Active − who + V IInd form + object ?
P.V.– Object + modal + have + been + V3 + by +
subject + others. Passive − By whom + was / were + object + VIIIrd form + ?
Correct Passive Voice-
'Mohan's wallet might have been misplaced by Sheetal Note- When an interrogative sentence start with who,
in their rush.' while making it Passive, "By whom" at the beginning
of the sentence. Because who (Sub) is used in object
300. Select the option that is the passive form of the "by whom" putting an object in passive voice.
sentence. Correct Passive Voice-
The batsman had hit the ball towards the
boundary. By whom was Ravana killed?
(a) The ball is hit towards the boundary by the 303. Select the correct passive form of the given
batsman. sentence.
(b) The ball is being towards the boundary by the Did you inform him about the ticket
batsman. cancellation?
(c) The ball was hit towards the boundary by the (a) Was he informed about the ticket cancellation
batsman. by you?
(d) The ball had been hit towards the boundary (b) Will he be informed about the ticket
by the batsman. cancellation by you?
(c) Is he being informed about the ticket
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
cancellation by you?
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of 'had + V3" (d) Was he being informed about the ticket
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice cancellation by you?
of Past Perfect tense. Its Passive voice structure will SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
be– Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "Did + Sub
A.V.– Subject + had + v3 + object + others. + V1" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
P.V.– Object + had + been + v3 + by + subject + others. Active voice of interrogative form of Past Indefinite
Correct Passive Voice- tense. Its Passive voice structure will be–
'The ball had been hit towards the boundary by the Active − Did + subject + verb1 + object + other words + ?
batsman.'
301. Select the correct passive form of the given Passive − Was / were + object + verb3 + other words +
sentence. by + subject + ?
The students have performed a new version of Correct Passive Voice–
Shakespeare's 'Macbeth'. Was he informed about the ticket cancellation by you?
(a) Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' has been performed 304. Select the correct passive form of the given
by the new version of the students. sentence.
(b) A new version of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' Dr. Verma advised patients to try out a new
have been performed by the students. medicine for migraine.
(c) A new version of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' has (a) Patients were advised to try out a new
been performed by the students. medicine for migraine by Dr. Verma.
(d) Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' have been performed (b) Patients have been advised to try out a new
by the new version of the students. medicine for migraine by Dr. Verma.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) (c) The old patients had been advised to try out a
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "have + V3" new medicine for migraine by Dr. Verma.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active (d) The patients were being advised to try out a
voice of Present Perfect tense. Its passive voice new medicine for migraine by Dr. Verma.
structure will be– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject + (a) Diamonds can be bought and sympathy
V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active cannot be bought.
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice (b) Diamonds can be bought but sympathy
structure will be– cannot be bought.
A.V.– Subject + V2 + object + others. (c) Diamonds can be bought but sympathy can be
P.V.– Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + others. bought.
(d) Diamonds cannot be bought but sympathy
Correct Passive Voice-
cannot be bought.
Patients were advised to try out a new medicine for SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)
migraine by Dr. Verma. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of modal verb
305. Select the correct passive form of the given "can" makes it clear that the given sentence is Active
sentence. voice of Modal Verb. Its passive voice structure will
They are laying new telephone cables our be –
colony. A.V.- Sub + modal (can) + V1 + others.
(a) New telephone cables are being laid in our P.V.- Subject + modal(can) + be + V3 + others.
colony. Correct Passive Voice-
(b) New telephone cables were being laid in our Diamonds can be bought but sympathy cannot be
colony. bought.
(c) New telephone cables will be laid in our 308. Select the correct passive form of the given
colony. sentence.
(d) New telephone cables were laid in our I use jaggery to sweeten my tea in winters.
colony. (a) In winters jaggery was used by me to sweeten
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I) my tea.
Ans. (a): In the above sentence the use of "are + V1st + (b) Jaggery is being used by me to sweeten my
ing" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active tea in winters.
voice of Present Continuous tense. Its Passive voice (c) I have been using jaggery to sweeten my tea
structure will be– in winters.
A.V.- Subject + is/am/are + V1 + ing + object + others. (d) Jaggery is used by me to sweeten my tea in
P.V.- Object + is/am/are + being + Past participle (V3) winters.
+ by + subject + others. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Correct Passive Voice- Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V1"
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
New telephone cables are being laid in our colony. voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
306. Select the correct passive from of the sentence. structure will be–
The Delhi Police has shot an educational video Active structure
on Traffic Rules for school students.
(a) An educational video on Traffic Rules for Sub. + v Ist form + obj.
school students has been shot by the Delhi Passive structure
Police.
(b) An educational video on Traffic Rules for Obj. + is / am / are + V IIIrd form + by + sub.
school students is being shot by the Delhi Correct Passive Voice-
Police Jaggery is used by me to sweeten my tea in winters.
(c) An educational video on Traffic Rules for 309. Select the option that is the passive form of the
school students is being shot by the Delhi given sentence.
Police. The Principal gave her a warning about
(d) An educational video on Traffic Rules for coming late to school everyday.
school students had been shot by the Delhi (a) She was giving a warning be the Principal
Police. about coming late to school everyday.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II) (b) She gives a warning to the Principal about
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of 'has + V3" coming late to school everyday.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active (c) She was given a warning about coming late to
voice of Present Perfect tense. Its Passive voice school everyday by the Principal.
structure will be– (d) She has giving a warning by the Principal
A.V.– Subject + has/have + V3 + object + others. about coming late to school everyday.
P.V.– Object + has/have + been + V3 + by + object + SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I)
others. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "V2 (gave)"
Correct Passive Voice- makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
An educational video on Traffic Rules for school be –
students has been shot by the Delhi Police. A.V.– Subject + V2 + object + others.
307. Select the correct passive form of given P.V.– Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + others.
sentence. Correct Passive Voice-
We can buy diamonds, but we cannot buy She was given a warning about coming late to school
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310. Select the option that is the passive form of the 313. Select the correct passive form of the given
given sentence. sentence.
The police brought a search warrant when they The police arrested the thieves yesterday.
raided his house. (a) The thieves have been arrested yesterday by
(a) A search warrant was brought by the police the police.
when they raided his house. (b) The thieves were arrested yesterday by the
(b) The police had raided his house and brought police.
a search warrant. (c) The thieves were being arrested yesterday by
(c) A search warrant had been brought when the the police.
police raided his house. (d) The thieves had been arrested yesterday by
(d) A search warrant was brought when they the police.
raided his house by police. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
2 Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "V2
Ans. (a) In the above sentence the use of "V " (brought) (arrested)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice
Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will
be– structure will be–
A.V.– Subject + V2 + Object + others. A.V.– Subject + V2 + object + others.
P.V.– Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + others. P.V.– Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + others.
Correct Passive Voice- Correct Passive Voice-
A search warrant was brought by the police when they The thieves were arrested yesterday by the police.
raided his house. 314. Select the correct passive form of the given
311. Select the correct passive form of the given sentence.
sentence. Gulliver easily pulled all the warships of the
Please make a cup of coffee for me. enemy after him.
(a) Can you please make a cup of coffee for me? (a) All the warships of the enemy had been easily
(b) A cup of coffee can be made for me by you. pulled by Gulliver after him.
(c) I request you to make a cup of coffee for me. (b) All the warships of Gulliver were easily
(d) Let a cup of coffee be made for me. pulled by the enemy after him.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) All the warships of the enemy were easily
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "Please + pulled by Gulliver after him.
V1" makes it clear that the given sentence is in (d) All the warships of the enemy were being
Imperative sentence. Its Passive voice structure will easily pulled by Gulliver after him.
be– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I)
A.V.- Please + V1 + object + others. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "V2
P.V.- Let + object + be + V3 + others. (pulled)" makes it clear that the given sentence is
Correct Passive Voice- Active voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
Let a cup of coffee be made for me. structure will be –
312. Select the correct passive form of the given Active structure
sentence. Sub. + VIInd form + obj.
The vet told me to put eye drops and ointment
in my pet’s eyes. Passive structure
(a) I had been told by the vet to put eye drops and Obj. + was / were + VIIIrd form + by + sub.
ointment in my pet’s eyes.
(b) I am being told by the vet to put eye drops Correct Passive Voice-
and ointment in my pet’s eyes. All the warships of the enemy were easily pulled by
(c) I was told by the vet to put eye drops and Gulliver after him
ointment in my pet’s eyes. 315. Select the correct passive form of the given
(d) I was being told by the vet to put eye drops sentence.
and ointment in my pet’s eyes. For reaching the station, they hired an auto.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) (a) For reaching the station, an auto had been
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of "V2 (told)" hired by them.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active voice (b) For reaching the station, an auto was hired by
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will them.
be– (c) For reaching the station, an auto is hired by
Active voice- them.
Subject + verb2 + object + other words. (d) For reaching the station, an auto was being
Passive voice- hired by them.
Object + was/were + VIII form + by + subject + other SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
words. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "V2 (hired)"
Correct Passive Voice- makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
I was told by the vet to put eye drops and ointment in voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
my pet’s eyes. structure will be –
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Active structure Ans. (c) : In the above sentence Modal 'can' is used.
Sub. + VIInd form + obj. Hence its Passive voice structure will be–
Passive Structure Active structure
Obj. + was/were + VIIIrd form + by + sub. Sub. + modal + V1st form + Obj.
Correct Passive Voice- Passive Structure
For reaching the station, an auto was hired by them. Obj. + modals + be + V3rd from + by + sub.
316. Select the option that is the passive form of the Note– While making Active to Passive, subject into
given sentence. object and object to subject is replaced.
This book explores the secret of leading a long Correct Passive Voice-
and meaningful life. All the programmes can be performed perfectly well
(a) The secret of leading a long and meaningful
by this android.
life was being explored by this book.
(b) The secret of leading a long and meaningful 319. Select the correct passive form of the given
life is explored in this book. sentence.
(c) The secret of leading a long and meaningful I use baking soda to remove stains from my
have been explored by this book. clothes.
(d) The secret of leading a long and meaningful (a) I have been using baking soda to remove
life had been explored by this book. stains from my clothes.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II) (b) Baking soda was used by me to remove stains
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "Sub + V1" from my clothes.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active (c) Baking soda is used by me to be remove
voice of Present Indefinite tense. its Passive voice stains from my clothes.
structure will be– (d) Baking soda is used by me to remove stains
A.V. − Sub. + verb1 + ( s / es) + obj. + other words. from my clothes.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
P.V. − Obj. + ( is / am/ are ) + verb3 + by + sub. + other words.
Correct Passive Voice- Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject +
V1" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
The secret of leading a long and meaningful life is voice of Present Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
explored in this book.
structure will be –
317. Select the correct passive form of the given
sentence. Active Structure
He spent a lot of money on movies. Sub. + V1st form + obj.
(a) A lot of money is spent by him on movies. Passive structure
(b) A lot of money had been spent by him on Obj. + is/am/are + VIIIrd form + by + sub.
movies. Correct Passive Voice-
(c) a lot of money was being spent by him on
movies. Baking soda is used by me to remove stains from my
(d) A lot of money was spent by him on movies clothes.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) 320. Select the option that expresses the given
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "V2 (spent)" sentence in passive voice.
makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active Sujata shared the results of her experiment
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice with her colleagues.
structure will be – (a) The results of her experiment can be shared
Active Structure with her colleagues by Sujata.
IInd
Sub. + V form + Obj.
(b) The results of her experiment were shared
Passive Structure
with her colleagues by Sujata.
Obj. + was/were + VIIIrd form + by + sub.
(c) The results of her experiment are being
Correct Passive Voice-
shared with her colleagues by Sujata.
A lot of money was spent by him on movies.
(d) He colleagues shared the results of her
318. Select the correct passive form of the given experiment with Sujata.
sentence.
This android can perform all the programmes SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I)
perfectly well. Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject +
2
(a) All the programmes can have been performed V " makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
perfectly well by this android. voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(b) All the programmes could have been structure will be–
performed perfectly well by this android A.V.– Subject + V2 + object + others.
(c) All the programmes can be performed P.V.– Object + was/were + V + by + subject + others.
3
perfectly well by this android.
(d) All the programmes could be performed Correct Passive Voice -
perfectly well by this android. The results of her experiment were shared with her
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) colleagues by Sujata.
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321. Select the correct passive form of the given Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of "Subject +
sentence. V2" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active
The mechanic repaired my bike. voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice
(a) My bike has been repaired by the mechanic structure will be–
(b) My bike was repaired by the mechanic Active structure
(c) My bike was being repaired by my mechanic Sub. + VIInd form + obj.
(d) My bike is repaired by my mechanic Passive structure
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III) Obj. + was/were + VIIIrd form + by + sub. + other
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of "repaired words.
(V2)" makes it clear that the given sentence is in Active Note:– While making Active to passive, subject into
voice of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice object and object into subject is converted.
structure will be– Correct Passive Voice–
A.V.– Subject + V2 + object + others. The research paper was written by Jiya with the help of
P.V.– Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + others. her tutor.
Correct passive sentence– 324. Select the option that expresses the given
My bike was repaired by the mechanic sentence in active voice.
322. Select the correct passive form of the given Nothing can be achieved without hard work.
sentence. (a) One has achieved nothing without hard work.
The police beat a number of protestors last (b) One will achieve nothing without hard work.
night. (c) One could achieve nothing without hard
work.
(a) A number of protestors has been beaten by
the police the night before. (d) One can achieve nothing without hard work.
(b) A number of protestors were being beaten by SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
the police last night. Ans. (d) : The given sentence is in Passive voice
(c) A number of protestors were beaten by the 'Nothing can be achieved without hard work' will be
police the night before. converted into Active Voice 'One can achieve nothing
(d) A number of protestors had been beaten by without hard work' because can + be + achieved ( v3 )
the police last night. indicated passive of Modal 'can'. Thus, the correct
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) answer is option (d).
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use "V2 (beat)" 325. Select the option that expresses the given
makes it clear that the given sentence is Active voice sentence in passive voice.
of Past Indefinite tense. Its Passive voice structure will Do we need high taxed on senior citizens'
be– savings?
A.V.– Subject + V2 + object + other words. (a) Are senior citizens' high taxes needed for
P.V.– Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject + other savings?
words. (b) Do senior citizens need high taxes on their
Correct Passive Voice- savings?
A number of protestors were beaten by the police the (c) Are high taxes needed on senior citizens
night before. savings?
(d) Do we need senior citizens savings on high
323. Select the option is the passive form of the
taxes?
sentence.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
Jiya wrote the research paper with the help of
her tutor. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of 'Do' is the
starting of the sentence makes it clear that the sentence
(a) The research paper is being written by Jiya
is Interrogative form of Present indefinite tense and it
with the help of her tutor.
passive voice structure will be-
(b) The research paper was wrote by Jiya with
A.v. → Do/Does + sub. + V1 + obj. + others words?
the help of the tutor.
P.v. → is/am/are + obj. + V3 + others words (by + sub)?
(c) The research paper can be written by the tutor
with the help of Jiya. Note- According to the sense of the setence
(d) The research paper was written by Jiya with by + subject is understood and it will not be used.
the help of her tutor. Correct Passive Sentence→
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05.
DIRECT AND
INDIRECT SPEECH
TCS hewšve& hej DeeOeeefjle
(Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 21
CGL (Tier-2) 9
Assertive Sentence CHSL (Tier-1) 23
CHSL (Tier-2) 7
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 6
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 4
SSC CPO SI 10
2 CGL (Tier-1) 9
CGL (Tier-2) 5
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
Interrogative Sentence CHSL (Tier-2) 9
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 3
3 CGL (Tier-1) 4
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 8
Imperative Sentence CHSL (Tier-2) 2
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
4 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
Exclamatory Sentence CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 2

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Trend Analysis of Questions topicwise from CGL (Pre & Mains)
CHSL (Pre & Mains) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI, SSC MTS, SSC
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05.
DIRECT AND
INDIRECT SPEECH
(a) She said, “It is evening I must ran”
A. Assertive Sentence (b) She said, “It is evening I might go for a run.”
1. Select the correct indirect form of the given (c) She said, “It is evening I should go for a run.”
sentence. (d) She said, “It is evening I must go for a run.”
Lee said to his wife, “I am very happy today.” SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
(a) Lee told his wife that he was very happy Ans. (d) : Above sentence is in indirect speech
today. following rule will be used to change in direct speech.
(b) Lee told his wife that he has been very happy 1. comma and Inverted Comma will be used in place of
that day. 'since'.
(c) Lee told his wife he was very happy today. 2. Reporting verb 'said' will not be Changed.
(d) Lee told his wife that he was very happy that 3. Tense & Pronoun will be changed according to
day Narration rule.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) 4. Select the correct indirect form of the given
Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above direct speech sentence.
sentence is in 'Present countinous tense'. Hence its Pritam said, "The prisoner had slept
indirect speech will be changed by these rules- throughout the journey."
1. 'told' will be used in place of 'said to'. (a) Pritam said that the prisoner had been
2. Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma sleeping throughout the journey.
and inverted comma. (b) Pritam said that the prisoner had sleep
3. According to narration rule tense and Pronoun will throughout the journey.
be change (c) Pritam said that the prisoner had slept
Correct Sentence : Lee told his wife that he was very throughout the journey.
happy that day. (d) Pritam said that the prisoner has slept
2. Select the correct indirect form of the given throughout the journey.
sentence. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
Miranda said to her teacher, "I was sick for a Ans. (c) : In the above question conjunction 'that' will
day." be used in place of comma inverted comma and tense
(a) Miranda told her teacher that she had been will be changed according to the narration rule.
sick for a day. Correct Sentence-
(b) Miranda told her teacher that she is sick fior a Pritam said that the prisoner had slept throughout the
day. journey.
(c) Miranda told her teacher that she was sick for
a day. 5. Choose the option that is the correct direct
form of the sentence.
(d) Miranda told her teacher that she has sick for
a day. He said that he would be taking a leave of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II) absence for two weeks as there had been a
death in his family.
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is direct form of Past (a) He said "I am going to take a leave for two
countinuous tense. Its indirect form will be-
weeks as there had been a death in my
(i) 'told' will be used in place of Said to'. family".
(ii) Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of Comma, (b) He said "I would be taking a leave of absence
inverted comma. for 2 weeks as there been a death in my
(iii) Tense & Pronoun will be changed according to family".
narration rule.
(c) He said "I will be taking a leave of absence
Correct indirect form– for two weeks as there is a death in my
Miranda told her teacher that she had been sick for a family".
day.
(d) He said "I will be taking a leave of absence
3. Choose the option that is the correct direct for two weeks as there has been a death in my
form of the sentence. family".
She said, since evening, she had go for a run. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of ''said that'' 8. Select the correct indirect form of the given
makes it clear that the sentence is in Indirect speech and sentence.
its Reported speech is a Assertive sentence. Hence its He said, "I will never hurt you."
direct speech will be- (a) He said he should never hurt me.
1- Comma and Inverted comma will be used in place of (b) He said that he would never hurt me.
Conjunction. (that) (c) He says that he will never hurt me.
2- No change in Reporting verb because Reporting (d) He said that he will never hurt me.
object is not given. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
3- According to Narration Rules Tense and Pronoun Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above sentence is
will be change. Assertive sentence. Hence its Indirect speech will be
Correct sentence- changed by following rules-
He said "I will be taking a leave of absence for two 1. Conjunction "that" will be used in place of Comma
weeks as there has been a death in my family." and Inverted comma.
6. Choose the option that is the correct direct 2. No change in Reorting verb "said".
form of the sentence. 3. According to narration rule tense and Pronoun will
Shubham said that his father was playing be changed.
cricket with him. Correct Sentence:
(a) Shubham said, "My father played cricket with He said that he would never hurt me.
me." 9. Select the correct indirect form of the given
(b) Shubham said, "My father is playing cricket sentence.
with me." Aditi said, "I am not invested in the project
(c) Shubham said, "My father was playing anymore."
cricket with me." (a) Aditi said that she had not invested in the
(d) Shubham said, "My father had played cricket project anymore.
with me." (b) Aditi said that she is not invested in the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I) project anymore.
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of 'said that' (c) Aditi said that she was not invested in the
makes it clear that the sentence is in Indirect speech of project anymore.
Assertive. Its direct speech will be- (d) Aditi said that she do not invested in the
1- Comma and Inverted comma will be used in place of project anymore.
Conjunction 'that'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II)
2- No change in Reporting verb 'said'. Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above sentence is a
3- According to Narration Rule Tense and Pronoun will Assertive sentnece.
be changed. Therefore, the following Rule will be used to make
Correct sentence- Indirect speech.
Shubham said, ''My father is playing cricket with me.'' 1. Comma and Inverted comma will be used in place of
conjunction 'that'.
7. Select the correct indirect form of the given
2. No change in Reporting verb (said).
sentence.
3. According to Narration Rule Tense and Pronoun will
Gloria said, "His relatives are landing be changed.
tomorrow."
Correct Sentence :
(a) Gloria said that his relatives are landing the
next day. Aditi said that she was not invested in the project
anymore.
(b) Gloria said that his relatives were landing the
previous day. 10. Select the option that expresses the given
(c) Gloria said that his relatives were landing the sentence in indirect speech.
next day. Arya said, “I am very busy now.”
(d) Gloria said that his relatives have been (a) Arya said that she is being very busy now.
landing the next day. (b) Arya said that she was being very busy then.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) (c) Arya said that she is be very busy now.
Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above direct speech (d) Arya said that she was very busy then.
sentence is in assertive. Hence its Indirect speech will SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
be- Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above direct
(1) Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of Comma sentence is in assertive. Its Indirect speech will be-
and Inverted comma. 1. Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma
(2) No change in Reporing Verb "said'. and inverted comma.
(3) According to Narration Rules Tense and Pronoun 2. According to narration rule tense and pronoun will
will be changed and "The next day" is used in place be changed.
of Tomorrow. 3. 'Now' will be changed into 'then'.
Correct Sentence – Gloria said that his relatives were Correct Sentence-
landing the next day. Arya said that she was very busy then.
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11. Select the most appropriate option in direct Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above direct sentence
speech. is a fact. Its Indirect speech will be -
(a) The principal say me, “You are in-charge of 1. Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma
the admission cell.” and inverted comma.
(b) The principal said me, You are in-charge of 2. According to narration rule tense and pronoun will
the admission cell. be changed.
(c) The principal said to I, “You are in-charge of Correct Sentence -
the admission cell.”
(d) The principal said to me, “You are in-charge He said that two and two make four.
of the admission cell.” 15. Select the option that expresses the given
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 sentence in indirect speech.
Ans. (d) : In the above options, only option (d) 'The Aravind said, “My teacher is correcting the
principal said to me, ''you are in-charge of the answer sheets.”
admission cell'' is correctly framed in direct speech. (a) Aravind said that his teacher was correcting
Other options are grammatically incorrect. the answer sheets.
12. Select the option that expresses the given (b) Aravind said his teacher was be corrected the
sentence in indirect speech. answer sheets.
He said, “I bought this book for my brother.” (c) Aravind said that his teacher is being
(a) He said that he buy this book for his brother. correcting the answer sheets.
(b) He said that he had bought that book for his (d) Aravind said that teacher is corrected the
brother. answer sheets.
(c) He said that he bought this book for his SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
brother. Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above direct
(d) He said that he has bought this book for his sentence is in assertive sentence. Its indirect speech
brother. will be made from the following rule –
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 1. Conjunction 'That' will be used in the place of
Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above direct comma and inverted comma.
sentence is past indefinite tense. Its Indirect speech 2. According to the narration rule tense and pronoun
will be - will be changed.
1. Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma The correct indirect speech
and inverted comma.
2. According to marration rule tense and pronoun will Aravind said that his teacher was correcting the answer
be changed. sheets.
Correct Sentence - 16. Select the correct indirect form of the given
He said that he had bought that book for his brother. sentence.
13. Select the correct indirect narration of the Sana said, "I am going to pick up the children
given sentence. now."
(a) Sana said that she was going to pick up the
He said to me, “My phone is switched off.”
children then.
(a) He told me that his phone was switched off. (b) Sana said that I am going to pick up the
(b) He told me that our phone had switch off. children now.
(c) He told me that his phone was switch off. (c) Sana said that I am going to pick up the
(d) He told me that my phone was switched off. children then.
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) (d) Sana said that she was going to pick up the
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above direct children now.
sentence is in assertive sentence. Its indirect speech SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
will be- Ans. (a) : The above given sentence to change into
1. 'Said to' change into 'told in' case of when reporting Indirect Speech the following change will be–
object (me) is given. 1– Conjunction “that” will be used in place of comma
2. Conjunction "that" will be used in place of comma and inverted comma.
and inverted comma. 2– According to the Narration Rules 'Tense and
3. According to Narration rule, tense and pronoun will Pronoun' will be changed.
be changed. 3– ‘Then’ will be used in the place of ‘Now’
Correct Sentence- 17. Select the correct direct form of the given
He told me that his phone was switched off. sentence.
14. Select the option that expresses the given I told Kavya that she was late for her class.
sentence in indirect speech. (a) I said to Kavya, "She was late for her class."
He said, “Two and two make four.” (b) I said to Kavya, "You were late for your
(a) He says that two and two made four. class."
(b) He said that two and two made four. (c) I said to Kavya, "why are you late for your
(c) He said that two and two make four. class?"
(d) He says that two and two make four. (d) I said to Kavya, "You are late for your class."
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
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Ans. (d) : The above given sentence is in indirect Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of conjunction
speech to change into direct speech the following “that” makes it clear that the given sentence is in
change will be. Reported speech of Assertive sentence. Hence its
1. – ‘Said to’ will be used in the place of ‘told’ change into direct speech the following Rules will be–
2. – Comma, inverted comma will be used in the place
of conjunction ‘that’. 1.– Comma and inverted comma will be used in the
3. – According to the Narration Rule, 'Tense and place of conjunction “that”.
Pronoun' will be changed. 2. – There will be no change in tense in case of (will
18. Select the option that expresses the given +say) (future tense) is used in Reporting Verb.
sentence in indirect speech. 21. Select the most appropriate direct form of the
She said, "Ruhi slipped when she was trying to given sentence.
board the bus."
The policeman told the boys that they could not
(a) She said that Ruhi had slipped when she was
trying to board the bus. park their car there.
(b) She says that Ruhi slipped when she was (a) The policeman said to the boys, "You could
trying to board the bus. not park their car there."
(c) She said that Ruhi has slipped when she was (b) The policeman said to the boys, "You cannot
trying to board the bus. park your car here."
(d) She said that Ruhi slipped when she was (c) The policeman said to the boys, "How could
trying to board the bus you park your car here?"
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II (d) The policeman told to the boys, "They could
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in not park their car there."
Assertive Sentence. Hence for indirect speech, the SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
following change will be –
1. – Conjunction ‘that’ will be used in place of comma Ans. (b) : In the above sentence , it is clear from the use
and inverted comma. of ‘told’ and conjunction ‘that’, that the Reported
2. – There will be no change in “said” in case of the speech will be in Assertive sentence of indirect speech.
reporting object is not given. Hence, for direct speech following change will be
3 – According to the Narration Rule, 'Tense and 1.– 'Comma and inverted comma' will be used in place
pronoun' will be changed. of conjunction ‘that’.
19. Select the most appropriate indirect form of 2.– ‘Said to’ will be used in place of ‘told’.
the given sentence. 3.– According to the Narration Rules, 'Tense and
Jayesh said to Diwakar, "You can top the class pronoun' will be changed.
if you want to."
(a) Jayesh told Diwakar that he would top the 22. Select the correct indirect narration of the
class if he wants to. given sentence.
(b) Jayesh told Diwakar that he could top the Grandmother said to me, "You have been
class if he wanted to. careless again. Remember to be careful
(c) Jayesh told Diwakar that you could top the whenever you are assigned a task."
lass if you wanted to. (a) Grandmother told me that I was being
(d) Jayesh told Diwakar that you can top the class careless again. She further said I had to be
if you want to. careful whenever I am assigned a task.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II (b) Grandmother told me that I had been careless
Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in again. She further remined me to be careful
assertive sentence. In which modal verb 'can' is used. whenever I was assigned a task.
Hence for indirect speech, the following change will
be– (c) Grandmother said to me that I was being
1. Conjunction ‘that’ will be used in the place of careless again. She further said I have to be
comma and inverted comma. careful whenever I was assigned a task.
2. “Said to” change into ‘told’ in case of the Reporting (d) Grandmother tells me that I have been
object (Diwakar) is given. careless again. She further reminds me to be
3. According to the Narration Rules 'Tense and careful whenever I am assigned a task.
Pronoun' will be changed. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
20. Select the option that expresses the given Ans. (b) : The above given direct speech is assertive
sentence in direct speech. form of present perfect tense. Hence for indirect speech
Your sister will say that she has lost her pen the following change will be
again. 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma
(a) Your sister said, "She has lost my pen again."
and inverted comma.
(b) Your sister will say, "I have lost my pen
again." 2- 'told' will be used in place of 'said to' in case of the
(c) Your sister will say, "I lost my pen again." reporting object (me) is given.
(d) Your sister says, "I lost her pen again." 3- According to the Narration Rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II will be changed.
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23. Select the option that expresses the given 26. Select the option that expresses the given
sentence in reported speech. sentence in direct speech.
Harry said, "My son is in danger and I need Manan said that he had no work to do that day.
help." (a) Manan says, "I had no work to do that day."
(a) Harry said his son was in danger and I needed (b) Manan said, "I have no work to do that day."
help. (c) Manan said, " I have no work to do today."
(b) Harry said that his son was in danger and he (d) Manan said, "Have I no work to do today?"
needed help. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I
(c) His son said that Harry was in danger and that Ans. (c) : The direct speech of the given sentence will
he needed help. be- Manan said, "I have no work to do today."
(d) Harry said his son is in danger and I need In the sentence, 'said' will not change because reporting
help. verb does not have an object, the conjunction 'that' will
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I be removed and 'he' will be changed into 'I' because in
direct to indirect transformation the first-person
Ans. (b) : The given sentence is in direct speech of Pronoun is changed according to the subject of the
assertive form of Present Indefinite Tense . To change reporting verb.
direct into indirect speech the following rules will be–
Hence, the correct answer is (c).
1- Conjunction "that" will be used in the place of
comma and inverted comma. 27. Select the option that expresses the given
2- According to Narration Rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' sentence in indirect speech.
will be changed. She said, "The stars are shining brightly
tonight."
24. Select the option that expresses the given (a) She said the stars were shining brightly
sentence in direct speech. tonight.
Megha said that she had taken the shortcut to (b) She asked if the stars were shining brightly
her college. that night.
(a) Megha said, "I took the shortcut to my (c) She said that the stars were shining brightly
college". that night.
(b) Megha says, "She takes the shortcut to my (d) She said the stars are shining brightly tonight.
college". SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
(c) Megha said, "I take the shortcut to my Ans. (c) : In the above sentence is in direct speech
college". hence its indirect speech will be made from the
(d) Megha said, "She takes the shortcut to her following change-
college". 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma
and inverted comma.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
Ans. (a) : The above given sentence is in indirect will be changed.
speech of 'past perfect tense.' For direct speech the 3- 'That night' will be used in place of 'tonight'.
following changes will be-
28. Select the option that expresses the given
1- Comma and inverted comma will be used in place of
sentence in reported speech.
conjunction "that".
Mother said, “Abhinav slipped while trying to
2- According to narration rules, Tense and Pronoun' will board a bus.”
be changed. (a) Mother says that Abhinav slipped while
25. Select the option that expresses the given trying to board a bus.
sentence in indirect speech. (b) Mother said that Abhinav slipped while trying
She said, ''I can play the guitar pretty well.'' to board a bus.
(a) She said that she would play the guitar pretty (c) Mother told that Abhinav slipped while trying
well. to board a bus.
(b) She said that she could play the guitar pretty (d) Mother said that Abhinav had slipped while
well. trying to board a bus.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I
(c) She said that she plays the guitar pretty well.
(d) She said that she can play the guitar pretty Ans. (d) : The above sentence is in direct speech of past
well. indefinite tense. Hence its indirect speech will be made
from the following change-
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma
Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in and inverted comma.
assertive sentence. Hence its indirect speech will be 2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
changed according to narration rules - will be changed.
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma, 29. Select the correct indirect form of the given
inverted comma. sentence.
2- According to the Narration Rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' Anju said to Vijaya, "You can stay with us
will be changed. whenever you are in Delhi."
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(a) Anju told Vijaya that she could stay with (a) Deepu told Reena that he loved Bollywood
them whenever she was in Delhi. music.
(b) Anju told Vijaya that she could stay with (b) Deepu will say to Reena that he loved
them whenever you were in Delhi. Bollywood music.
(c) Anju told Vijaya that she can stay with us (c) Deepu says to Reena that he loves Bollywood
whenever she is in Delhi. music.
(d) Anju told Vijaya that you can stay with us (d) Deepu had told Reena that he loved
whenever you are in Delhi. Bollywood music.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : Reported speech in the above direct speech it Ans. (a) : It is clear from the reported speech of the
is in an assertive sentence. The following rule will be above direct speech that the sentence is in assertive
used to convert it into indirect speech as- sentence. Hence its indirect speech will be made from
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma the following change
and inverted comma. 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma and
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into "told". inverted comma.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 2- Repotting verb 'said to' will be changed into 'told'.
will be changed. 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
30. Select the correct indirect form of the given will be changed.
sentence. 33. Select the correct indirect form of the given
"I am going to walk to the market to check sentence.
which shops are open," said Anant. My niece said, "I have decided to take coaching
(a) Anant said that he went for a walk to the in badminton."
market to check which shops were open. (a) My niece told me that she had decided to take
(b) Anant said that he will be going to walk to the coaching in badminton.
market to check which shops were open. (b) My niece told that I have decided to take
(c) Anant said that he is going to walk to the coaching in badminton
market to check which shops were open. (c) My niece said she is deciding to take
(d) Anant said that he was going to walk to the coaching in badminton
market to check which shops were open. (d) My niece said she will decide to take
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I) coaching in badminton
Ans. (d) : Reported speech in the direct form of the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
above sentence is in assertive sentence, hence its Ans. (a) : It is clear from the reported speech of the
indirect speech will be made from the following above direct speech that the sentence is in assertive
change- sentence. Hence its indirect speech will be made from
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma and the following change-
inverted comma. 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma
2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' and inverted comma.
will be changed. 2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
31. Select the correct indirect form of the given will be changed.
sentence. 34. Select the option that expresses the given
Sam said, "pa, I am a big boy now and don't sentence in reported speech.
need to drink milk." 'I live in Mumbai', she said.
(a) Sam told his father that he was a big boy then (a) She said that she had been living in Mumbai.
and didn't need to drink milk. (b) She said that she lived in Mumbai.
(b) Sam told his father that he is a big boy now (c) She says that she was living in Mumbai.
and don't need to drink milk. (d) She said that she has been living in Mumbai.
(c) Sam told his father that I am a big boy now SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
and don't need to drink milk.
(d) Sam told his father that I would be a big boy Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above direct sentence
now and won't need to drink milk. is in assertive sentence. Hence its indirect speech will
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I) be made from the following change-
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma and
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above direct speech is
inverted comma.
in assertive sentence. Hence its indirect speech will be
2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
made from the following change-
will be changed.
1- In case of reporting object being given, the reporting
verb, 'said' will be change into 'told'. 35. Select the option that expresses the given
2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma and sentence in indirect speech.
inverted comma. Sneha said to me, 'I was watching TV'.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' (a) Sneha told me that I was watching TV.
will be changed. (b) Sneha said to me that I was watching TV.
32. Select the correct indirect form of the given (c) Sneha told me that she had been watching
sentence. TV.
"I love Bollywood music," Deepu said to (d) Sneha told me that she was watching TV.
Reena. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above direct sentence (c) The teacher says that magnets attract objects
is in assertive sentence. Hence its indirect speech will made of iron.
be made from the following change- (d) The teacher said that magnets attracted
1- In case of reporting object being given, the reporting objects made of iron
verb 'said to' will be changed into 'told'. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma and Ans. (c) : The above direct speech is in assertive
inverted comma. sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from the
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' following change -
will be changed. 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of
36. Select the option that expresses the given comma and inverted comma.
sentence in indirect speech. 2- Reporting verb (says) is in present tense. Hence no
The professor said to the media persons, “From change in reported speech tense.
our research we have come to the conclusion 39. Select the correct indirect form of the given
that there is life on that planet.” sentence.
(a) The professor informed the media persons He said to me, "Your father is waiting for you
that from our research we have come to the at the reception."
conclusion that there had been life on that (a) He told me that my father was waiting for me
planet. at the reception.
(b) The professor said to the media persons from (b) He told to me my father was waiting for you
our research you had come to the conclusion at the reception.
that there was life on that planet. (c) He told me that your father was waiting for
(c) The professor said to the media persons that him at the reception.
from their research they had come to the (d) He told me that his father was waiting for you
conclusion that there was life on that planet. at the reception.
(d) The professor told to the media persons that SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
from your research you have come to the Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
conclusion that there is life on that planet. assertive sentence . Hence its indirect speech will be
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I) made from the following change.
Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above direct speech is 1- Reporting verb 'said to' will be changed into 'told' in
in assertive sentence. Hence its indirect speech will be case of object is given.
made from the following change - 2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma and inverted comma.
and inverted comma. 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' will be changed.
will be changed. 40. Select the correct indirect form of the given
37. Select the option that expresses the given sentence.
sentence in indirect speech. He said to Manoj, "I celebrated my birthday
'Everything is going to be alright,' said the two days ago."
doctor. (a) He told Manoj that he celebrated his birthday
(a) The doctor said that everything will be two days ago.
alright. (b) He told Manoj that he had celebrated his
(b) The doctor said that everything was going to birthday two days before.
be alright. (c) He told Manoj that he celebrated my birthday
(c) The doctor said that everything is going to be two days before.
alright. (d) He told Manoj that I celebrated by birthday
(d) The doctor said that everything are going to two days ago.
be alright. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above direct sentence assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
is in assertive sentence. Hence its indirect speech will from the following rule-
be made from the following change- 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma and inverted comma.
and inverted comma. 2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into told.
2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
will be changed. will be changed.
38. Select the correct indirect form of the given 41. Select the correct indirect form of the given
sentence. sentence.
The teacher says, "Magnets attract objects The Principal says, "Hard work is the key to
made of iron." success."
(a) The teacher says magnets attracts objects (a) The Principal say that hard work is the key to
made of iron. success.
(b) The teacher said that magnets were attracting (b) The Principal said that hard work was the key
objects made of iron. to success.
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(c) The Principal says that hard work is the key Ans. (c) : To convert the above sentence in to direct
to success. speech the following rules will be applied-
(d) The Principal says that hard work was the key 1- Comma (,) and inverted (" ") comma will be used
to success. into the place of conjunction "that".
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) 2- Reporting verb 'told' change into "said to".
Ans. (c) : Reporting verb (says) of the above sentence 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
is in present tense. Hence not any change in tense of will be changed.
reported speech only conjunction 'that' will be used in 45. Select the correct direct form of the given
place of comma and inverted comma. sentence.
42. Select the correct indirect form of the given She told her brother that she was going to meet
sentence. her friend.
The Prime Minister has said, "The government (a) She said to her brother, "I am going to meet
will extend help to the unorganised sector." my friend".
(a) The Prime Minister said that the government (b) She said to her brother, "I was going to meet
would extend help to the unorganised sector my friend".
(b) The Prime Minister has said that the (c) She said to her brother, "She will go to meet
government will extend help to the her friend.
unorganised sector
(d) She said to her brother, "I am gone to meet
(c) The Prime Minister said that the government
has extended help to the unorganised sector her friend".
(d) The Prime Minister has said that the SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
government extended help to the Ans. (a) : Above indirect speech is in assertive
unorguanised sector. sentence. Its direct speech will be made from the
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) following rule-
Ans. (b) : Reporting verb of the above sentence is in 1- Comma (,) and inverted comma (" ") will be used in
present tense. Hence not any change in tense of the place of conjunction 'that'.
reported speech. Only conjunction 'that' will be used in 2- Reporting verb 'told' change into 'said to'.
the place of comma and inverted comma. 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
43. Select the correct indirect form of the given will be changed.
sentence. 46. Select the correct indirect form of the given
The tailor said to him, "Your shirt will be sentence.
ready by tomorrow." The librarian said to her, "You can borrow
(a) The tailor told him that your shirt would be only two books at a time".
ready by tomorrow. (a) The librarian told her that she could borrow
(b) The tailor told him that his shirt will be ready only two books at a time
by tomorrow. (b) The librarian told her that you can borrow
(c) The tailor told to him that your shirt will be only two books at a time
ready by the next day. (c) The librarian told her that they could borrow
(d) The tailor told him that his shirt would be only two books at a time
ready by the next day. (d) The librarian told her that she can borrow
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) only two books at a time
Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above direct SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
sentence is in assertive sentence . Its indirect speech Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
will be made from the following rule- assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of from the following rule-
comma and inverted comma. 1- Conjunction "that" will be used in the place of
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'told' in case of comma (,) and inverted comma (" ").
reporting object (him) is given. 2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into "told" in case of
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' reporting object (her) is given.
will be changed. 3- According to the narration rule tense and pronoun
4- 'Tomorrow' change into "the next day". will be changed.
44. Select the correct direct form of the given 47. Choose the option that is the indirect form of
sentence. the sentence.
I told him that if he went around the park he "I'm hungry" said the child to his mother.
would see some rare flowers.
(a) I said to him, "If you go around the park you (a) The child said his mother that he is hungry.
would saw some rare flowers." (b) The child said to his mother that I am hungry.
(b) I said to him, "If he went around the park he (c) The child told his mother that she was
will see some rare flowers." hungry.
(c) I said to him, "If you go around the park you (d) The child told his mother that he was hungry.
will see some rare flowers." SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(d) I said to him, "If you went around the park Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
you would see some rare flowers." assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) from the following rule-
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1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of Ans. (c) : Above indirect speech is in assertive
comma and inverted comma. sentence its direct speech will be made from the
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into ''told'' in the following change.
case of reporting object (mother) is given.
3- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun 1- Comma (,) and inverted comma (" ") will be used in
will be changed. the place of conjunction 'that'.
48. Choose the option that is the indirect form of 2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun
the sentence. will be changed.
Kishore said“I am leaving now.” 52. Choose the option that is the indirect form of
(a) Kishore said that he was leaving then. the sentence.
(b) Kishore said that he left then. She said to him, "I don't want to go there."
(c) Kishore says that I am leaving now. (a) She said he didn’t want to go there.
(d) Kishore said that he had to leaving then. (b) She said to him that she didn’t want to go
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) there.
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in (c) He said to her that she didn’t want to go
assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made there.
from the following rule - (d) She said to him that you do not want to go
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of there.
comma and inverted comma. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
will be changed. assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
49. Choose the option that is the direct form of the from the following rule-
sentence. 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of
Abdul said that he had seen that film the day comma and inverted comma.
before. 2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun
(a) Abdul said, “I had seen this film the day will be changed.
before.”
(b) Abdul said, “I saw this film yesterday.” 53. Choose the option that is the direct form of the
(c) Abdul said, “I saw that film yesterday.” sentence.
(d) Abdul said, “I see this film on the previous Vikas said to Navin that he hadn't met him
day.” since February the previous year.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (a) Vikas told Navin, “You haven’t meeting me
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence conjunction ''that'' is since February last year.”
used . Hence makes it clear that indirect speech is in (b) Vikas said to Navin, “I haven’t met you since
assertive sentence. Its direct speech will be made from February last year.”
the following rule- (c) Vikas told to Navin, “I haven’t met him since
1- Comma (,) and inverted (" ") comma will be used in February last year.”
the place of conjunction "that". (d) Vikas said, “Navin, I haven’t meet you since
2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun February last year.”
will be changed and 'day before' change into SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
'yesterday'. Ans. (b) : Above indirect speech makes it clear that
50. Choose the option that is the direct form of the the sentence is in assertive sentence. Its direct speech
sentence. will be made from the following rule-
Devi replied that she was sorry but she could 1- Comma (,) and inverted comma (" ") will be used in
not go. the place of conjunction 'that'.
(a) Devi replied, “ She was sorry I could not go.”
(b) Devi replied, “Sorry she could not go.” 2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun
(c) Devi replied, “I’m sorry but I cannot go.” will be changed.
(d) Devi replies, “I could not went but sorry.” 3- 'The previous year' change into 'last year'.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) 54. Choose the option that is the indirect form of
Ans. (c) : In the above indirect speech the use of the sentence.
conjunction 'that' makes it clear that the sentence is in “I have joined computer classes” Rudra said.
assertive. Its direct speech will be made from the (a) Rudra said that he had joined computer
following rule- classes.
1- Comma (,) and inverted comma (" ") will be used in (b) Rudra said that I am joining computer classes.
the place of conjunction "that". (c) Rudra said that I joined computer classes.
2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun (d) Rudra said that I join computer classes.
will be changed and 'could not' change into 'can not'. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
51. Choose the option that is the direct form of the Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
sentence. assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
Jai said that he wanted to be a soldier.
(a) Jai said, “I wanted to be a soldier.” from the following rule-
(b) Jai said that, “I wanted to become a soldier.” 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of
(c) Jai said, “I want to be a soldier.” comma and inverted comma.
(d) Jai said, “He wants to become a soldier.” 2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) will be changed.
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55. Choose the option that is the direct form of the 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of
sentence. comma and inverted comma.
The Principal said to them that he did not want 2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun
to see any one to return with a complaint will be changed.
against them. 58. Select the correct indirect form of the given
(a) The Principal said to them, “I did not want to sentence.
saw any one to return with a complaint Raju said to his friend, "I lost my book
against them.” yesterday".
(b) The Principal said to them, “I do not want to (a) Raju told his friend that he had lost his book
see any one to return with a complaint against the previous day
you.” (b) Raju told his friend that his book may have
(c) The Principal said to them, “I do not wanted been lost the previous day
to see any of them to be returning with a (c) Raju said to his friend that he lost his book
complaint.” the previous day
(d) The Principal said to them, “I do not want to (d) Raju said to his friend that his book had been
see any one to returns with a complaint
lost the previous day
against you.”
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
assertive. Its direct speech will be made from the assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
following rule- from the following rule-
1- Comma (,) and inverted comma (" ") will be used in 1- 'Said to' change into told in the case of reporting
the place of conjunction 'that' object (his friend) is given
2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun 2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of
will be changed. comma and inverted comma.
56. Choose the option that is the indirect form of 3- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun
the sentence. will be changed.
“We are going to Tirupati next week,” Deepa 59. Select the correct indirect form of the given
told her friends. sentence.
(a) Deepa told her friends that they will go to Raj said, "I may buy a new mobile phone
Tirupati next week. tomorrow."
(b) Deepa told to her friends that she is going to (a) Raj said that he may be buying a new mobile
Tirupati following week. phone the next day
(c) Deepa told her friends that we were going to (b) Raj said that he might buy a new mobile
Tirupati the following week. phone the next day
(d) Deepa told her friends that they were going to (c) Raj told me that he might buy a new mobile
Tirupati the following week. phone tomorrow
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (d) Raj told me that he would buy a new mobile
Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in phone the next day
assertive. Its indirect speech will be made from the SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
following rule- Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
comma and inverted comma. from the following rule-
2- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of
will be changed. comma and inverted comma.
3- 'Next week' change into 'The following week'. 2- 'May' change into 'might' and 'tomorrow' change
57. Select the correct indirect form of the given into 'The next day'.
sentence. 3- According to the narration rule, Pronoun will be
The boy said, "I am happy to receive the changed.
prize." 60. Select the correct indirect form of the given
(a) The boy said that he is happy to receive the sentence.
prize The manager said to his assistant, "You will get
(b) The boy said that he was happy receiving the a bonous next month."
prize (a) The manager tells his assistant that he will get
(c) The boy said that he was happy to receive the a bonus the following month
prize (b) The manager told his assistant that he will be
(d) The boy said that he was happy to have getting a bonus the following month
received the prize (c) The manager told his assistant that he would
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) get a bonus the following month
Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in (d) The manager told his assistant that he should
assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made get a bonus the following month
from the following change- SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
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Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in 64. The groom said to the bride, "I will take good
assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made care of you."
from the following rule- (a) The groom promised the bride that he would
1- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'told'. take good care of her.
2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of (b) The groom has promised the bride that he
comma and inverted comma.
will be taking good care of her.
3- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun
will be changed. (c) The groom had promised the bride that he
4- 'Next month' converted to the 'following month'. would have taken good care of her.
61. Select the correct indirect form of the given (d) The groom promises the bride that he would
sentence. take good care of her.
They teacher says, "The Sun rises in the East." SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
(a) The teacher says that the Sun rises in the East Ans. (a) Reporting speech of the above sentence is in
(b) The teacher said that the Sun rises in the East 'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
(c) The teacher says that the Sun rose in the East from the following rule-
(d) The teacher told that the Sun rose in the East 1- 'Said to' change into 'promised' because 'I, + will' →
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) show 'compulsion', and 'promise' etc.
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence is a 2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma
universal truth. Its indirect speech will be made from and inverted comma.
the following rule- 3- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun
1- When we talk about universal truth in the sentence
will be changed.
there is no change in the tense of reported speech.
2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of 65. He said to his partner, "I will not be
comma and inverted comma. responsible if the project fails."
62. The jeweler said to us, "These diamonds are (a) He has told his partner that he will not be
polished here." responsible if the project fails.
(a) The jeweler informed us that these diamonds (b) He told his partner that he would not be
were polished there. responsible if the project failed.
(b) The jeweler informed us that those diamonds (c) He tells his partner that he would not be
were polished there. responsible if the project fails.
(c) The jeweller informed us that those diamonds (d) He told his partner that I will not be
were polished here. responsible if the project failed.
(d) The jeweller informed us that these diamonds SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
were polished here.
Ans. (b) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
Ans. (b) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
from the following rule-
assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from
the following rule- 1- 'Said to' change into 'told'.
1- In reporting verb 'said to' change into 'informed'. 2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of 'comma
2- Conjunction 'that' is used in the place of comma and and inverted comma'.
inverted comma. 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
3- According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun will be changed.
will be changed. 66. I said to my father, "I want to build a raft
63. The old man said to me, "Life has taught me which can hold four people ."
some hard lessons." (a) I told my father that I am wanting to build a
(a) The old man tells me that life has taught him raft which could hold four people.
some hard lessons. (b) I told my father that that I wanted to build a
(b) The old man told me this that life has had raft which could hold four people.
taught him some hard lessons. (c) I told my father that that I am wanting to
(c) The old man tells me that life is teaching him build a raft which could hold four people.
some hard lessons.
(d) I told my father that I wanted to build a raft
(d) The old man told me that life had taught him
some hard lessons. which could hold four people.
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Ans. (d) Reporting speech of the above sentence is in Ans. (d) Reporting speech of the above sentence is in
assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from 'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
the following rule. from the following rule.
1- 'Said to' change into 'told'. 1- 'Said to' change into 'told'.
2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of comma 2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of comma and
and inverted comma. inverted comma.
3. According to the narration rule, Tense and Pronoun 3- According to the narration rule, tense and pronoun
will be changed. will be changed.
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67. My brother said, "I can climb this hill in less 71. The student said, "I must study hard."
than an hour." (a) The student said that he had to study hard.
(a) My brother claimed that he can climb that (b) The student says that he had to study hard.
hill in less than an hour. (c) The student says that he must study hard.
(b) My brother claimed that he could climb this (d) The student say that he had to study hard.
hill in less than an hour. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
(c) My brother claimed that he can climb this hill Ans. (a) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
in less than an hour. 'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
(d) My brother claimed that he could climb that from the following rule-
hill in less than an hour. 1- 'That' is used in place of 'comma and inverted
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 comma'.
Ans. (d) 'Reported speech' of the above sentence is in 2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made will be changed.
from the following rule- 72. My brother said to me, "I was upset, but now I
1- 'Said to' change into 'claimed' according to sense of am fine."
the sentence. (a) My brother told me that he was upset, but
2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of 'comma now he was fine.
and inverted comma'. (b) My brother told me that he had been upset,
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' but then he will be fine.
will be changed. (c) My brother told me that he had been upset,
but then he was fine.
68. The officer said, "I am very busy now". (d) My brother told me that he has been upset,
(a) The officer said that he was very busy now. but then he is fine.
(b) The officer said that he is very busy then. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
(c) The officer said that he is very busy now. Ans. (c) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
(d) The officer said that he was very busy then. 'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 from the following rule-
Ans. (d) 'Reported speech' of the above sentence is in 1- 'Said to' change into 'told'.
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made 2- 'That' is used in place of 'comma and inverted
from the following rule- comma'.
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of 'comma 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
and inverted comma'. will be changed.
2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 4- 'Now', change into 'then'.
will be changed. 73. My friend said to me, "For me running is like
69. "I am proud of you," father said to me. therapy."
(a) Father told me that he is proud of me. (a) My friend told me that for her running is like
(b) Father told me that he was proud of me. therapy.
(c) Father told me this that he was proud of me. (b) My friend told me that for her running was
(d) Father told me that that he is proud of me. like therapy.
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (c) My friend told me that for her having ran was
Ans. (b) 'Reporting verb' of the above sentence is in like therapy.
(d) My friend tells me that for her running is like
'past tense' and 'reported speech' in 'assertive sentence'.
therapy.
So its indirect speech will be made from the following SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
rule-
1- 'Said to' change into 'told'. Ans. (b) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
2- Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of 'comma
from the following rule-
and inverted comma'. 1- 'Said to' change into 'told'.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 2- 'That' is used in the place of 'comma and inverted
will be changed. comma'.
70. "The taxi is here," said the watchman. 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(a) The watchman said that the taxi is there. will be changed.
(b) The watchman said that the taxi was here . 74. I said to the taxi driver, "You must be crazy to
(c) The watchman said that the taxi is here. drive so fast."
(d) The watchman said that the taxi was there. (a) I said to the taxi driver that he has to be crazy
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 to drive so fast.
Ans. (d) Reported speech of the above sentence is in (b) I told the taxi driver that he had to be crazy to
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made drive so fast.
from the following rule- (c) I had told the taxi driver that he has to be
1- 'That' is used in place of 'comma and inverted crazy to drive so fast.
comma'. (d) I had said to the taxi driver that he has to be
2- 'Tense and pronoun' will be changed according to the crazy to be driving so fast.
narration rule. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
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Ans. (b) 'Reporting verb' of the above sentence is in Ans : (d) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
'past tense' and 'reported speech' is in 'assertive assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from
sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made from the the following rule-
following rule- 1- Conjunction 'that' is used in place of 'comma and
1- 'Said to' change into 'told'. inverted comma'.
2- 'That' is used in place of comma and inverted comma. 2- 'Said to' change into 'told'.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
will be changed. will be changed.
75. "My train will reach by noon," he explained. 78. Select the correct indirect form of the given
sentence.
(a) He explained that his train will reach by The boss said to his employee, "I will be happy
noon. if you finish this project by evening."
(b) He explained that his train would reach by (a) The boss told his employee that he would be
noon. happy if he will finish this project by
(c) He explained that his train will have reached evening.
by noon. (b) The boss told his employee he will be happy
(d) He explained that his train would have had if he finished this project by evening.
reached by noon. (c) The boss told his employee that he could be
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 happy if he finishes that project by evening.
Ans. (b) Reported speech of the above sentence is in (d) The boss told his employee that he would be
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made happy if he finished that project by evening.
from the following rule- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III)
1- 'That' is used in place of comma and inverted comma. Ans : (d) Reported speech of the above direct sentence,
2- 'Will' change into 'would' and 'my' change into 'his'. is in assertive sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
3- According to the narration rules. from the following rule-
76. Select the correct indirect form of the given 1- 'That' is used in place of comma and inverted comma.
sentence. 2- 'Said to' will be changed into 'told' in case of
The children said, "We are bored of sitting at reporting object (employees) is given.
home." 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(a) The children said they were getting bored of will be changed.
sitting at home 79. Select the most appropriate indirect form of
(b) The children said that they were bored of the given sentence.
sitting at home She says, "I go for a walk every morning."
(c) The children say that they are bored of sitting (a) She says that she goes for a walk every
morning.
at home (b) She said that she goes for a walk every
(d) The children are saying that they are bored of morning.
sitting at home (c) She says that I go for a walk every morning.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I) (d) She said that she went for a walk every
Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in morning.
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II)
from the following rule- Ans : (a) The above given 'direct sentence' is in
1- There will be no change in the reporting verb 'said' 'assertive sentence'. It can be changed in indirect speech
in case of reported speech in assertive and reporting from the following rule-
object is not given. 1. Conjunction 'that' will be used in place of 'comma
2- 'that' is used in place of 'comma and inverted
comma'. and inverted comma.'
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 2. There will be no change in the reporting verb 'says'
will be changed. because It has no object.
3. Reporting verb (says) is in the 'Present Indefinite
77. Select the correct indirect form of the given tense', therefore, No change of the tense of reported
sentence. speech.
Mahesh said to the interviewer, "Sir, I was in 4. 'I' (the first person pronoun), will be changed
charge of the production unit at my previous according to the reporting verb 'subject' (she).
office." 80. Select the most appropriate indirect form of
(a) Mahesh told the interviewer that Sir was in the given sentence.
charge of the production unit at my previous She said, "Deepak slipped when he was trying
office. to skate."
(b) Mahesh told the interviewer I was in charge (a) She said that Deepak slipped when he was
of the production unit at his previous office. trying to skate.
(c) Mahesh told the interviewer you were in (b) She said that Deepak has slipped when he
charge of the production unit at my previous was trying to skate.
office. (c) She said that Deepak was slipping when he
(d) Mahesh told the interviewer that he had been was trying to skate.
in charge of the production unit at his (d) She said that Deepak had slipped when he
previous office. was trying to skate.
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Ans : (d) Reported speech of the above sentence is in (c) Roshan told me that Sandeep had made a new
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be changed greeting card for his teacher.
by the following rule- (d) Sandeep made a new year greeting card for
1- 'That' is used in place of 'comma and inverted his teacher said Roshan.
comma'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
2- 'Said to' change into 'told'. Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
will be changed. from the following rule-
81. Select the correct indirect form of the given 1- Conjunction 'that' is used in place of 'comma and
sentence. inverted comma.'
Rama said to me, "I need your help for my new 2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'told' in case of
assignment." reporting object (me) is given.
(a) Rama says to me that she needs my helps for 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
her new assignment. will be changed.
(b) Rama said to me that she is needing my helps 84. Select the correct indirect form of the given
for her new assignment. sentence.
(c) Rama said to me she needs your help for the Peter said, "He broke his glasses."
new assignment. (a) Peter said that he break his glasses.
(d) Rama told me that she needed my help for her (b) Peter said that he had broken his glasses.
new assignment. (c) Peter said that he is breaking his glasses.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) (d) Peter said that he is going to break his
Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in glasses.
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made from SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
the following rule . Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
1- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'told'. an 'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
2- 'that' is used in place of 'comma and inverted comma'. from the following rule-
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 1- Conjunction 'that' is used in place of 'comma and
will be changed. inverted comma.'
82. Select the correct Indirect form of the given 2- No change in reporting verb 'said' in case of reporting
sentence. verb object is not given.
The minister said, "It is tragic that the 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
Australian bush fires have claimed the lives of will be changed.
so many helpless animals." 85. Select the option that is the direct form of the
(a) The minister said that it was tragic that the given sentence.
Australian bush fires had claimed the lives of Explaining her work she said that she made
so many helpless animals. films for posterity to remember.
(b) The minister said that it was tragic that the (a) Explaining her work, she said, "I will make
Australian bush fires claimed the lives of so the films that will remember posterity."
many helpless animals. (b) Explaining her work, she said, "She makes
(c) The minister said that it was tragic that the films for posterity to remember."
Australian bush fires were claiming the lives (c) Explaining her work, she said, "She made
of so many helpless animals. films for posterity to remember."
(d) The minister said that it was tragic that the (d) Explaining her work, she said, "I make films
Australian bush fires have been claiming the for posterity to remember."
lives of so many helpless animals. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : The above 'indirect sentence' in assertive
sentence. Its direct speech will be made from the
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in following rule-
'assertive sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made 1- 'Comma and inverted comma' is used in place of
from the following rule- conjunction 'that'.
1- No change in reporting verb 'said'. 2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
2- 'that' is used in place of 'comma and inverted will be changed.
comma.'
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' B. Interrogative Sentence
will be changed.
83. Select the correct indirect form of the given 86. Choose the option that is the correct indirect
sentence. form of the sentence.
Roshan said to me, ''Sandeep made a new year Rahul asked me, "Are we going to New York
greeting card for his teacher''. next year?"
(a) Roshan said Sandeep had made a year (a) Rahul asked that we are going to New York
greeting card for his teacher. next year.
(b) Roshan was saying that Sandeep made a new (b) Rahul asked me that were we going to New
year greeting card for his teacher. York next year.
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(c) Rahul asked me that would we go to New 2- Conjunction 'if/whether' is used in place of 'comma
York next year? and inverted comma.'
(d) Rahul asked me if we were going to New 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
York next year. will be changed.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) 89. Select the most appropriate direct form of the
Ans. (d) : Direct Speech of the above sentence is given sentence.
interrogative sentence. Hence its Indirect Speech will The driver asked a passerby if he could tell him
be- the way to the market.
(1) Question mark (?) change into full stop (.). (a) The driver said to a passerby, "Tell me the
(2) Interrogative sentence change into Assertive way to the market, will you"
Sentence. (b) The driver said to a passerby, "Please, will
(3) According to Narration Rule Tense and Pronoun you tell me the way to the market?"
will be changed.
(c) The driver said to a passerby, "Can you tell
(4) If/whether will be used in place of comma and
inverted comma. me the way to the market"?
Correct indirect form (d) The driver said to a passerby, "Could he tell
him the way to the market?"
Rahul asked me if we were going to New York next
year. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
87. Select the option that expresses the given Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of 'asked' and
sentence in direct speech. conjunction 'if' makes it clear that that reported speech
is in interrogative sentence (Yes/No type), its direct
The ticket collector asked the passengers where speech will be made from the following rule-
their tickets were.
1- 'Comma and inverted comma' will be used in place of
(a) The ticket collector said to the passengers,
“Where your tickets were?” conjunction 'if'.
(b) The ticket collector said to the passengers, 2- According to the narration rule, 'tense and pronoun'
“Where were your tickets?” will be changed.
(c) The ticket collector said to the passengers, 3- 'Said to' is used in place of 'asked'.
“Where are your tickets?” 4- Change the latter clause from 'assertive' to
(d) The ticket collector demanded the passengers, 'interrogative sentence' and in place of full stop (.),
“Show me your tickets” question mark (?) will be used.
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) 90. Select the option that expresses the given
Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above Indirect sentence in direct speech.
sentence is in Interrogative sentence. Its direct speech The officer asked the accountant why the
will be- accounts had not been reconciled.
1. 'Asked' change into 'said to' in case of when (a) The officer said to the accountant, "Why the
reporting object is given. accounts have not been reconciled?"
2. Comma and inverted comma will be used in place of (b) The officer said to the accountant, "Why the
wh-word (conjunction). accounts had not been reconciled?"
3. According to Narration Rule tense and pronoun will (c) The officer said to the accountant, "Why have
be changed. the accounts not been reconciled?"
4. Assertive sentence changed into Interrogative (d) The officer said to the accountant, "Why have
sentence. the accounts not being reconciled?"
5. Question mark (?) will be used in place of full stop SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
(.).
Ans. (c) : The given sentence is in indirect speech
88. Select the correct indirect form of the given
which is an interrogative sentence, its direct speech will
sentence.
"Would you like to join me in the Earth Day be made from the following rule-
campaign I am planning?" I said to Reena. 1- 'Asked' change into 'said to'.
(a) I asked Reena if she would like to join me in 2- 'Comma and inverted comma' will be used in place of
the Earth day campaign I was planning. question word 'why'.
(b) I asked Reena If she will like to join me in the 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
Earth day campaign I was planning. will be changed.
(c) I asked Reena would if she would like to join 4- Change to the latter clause from assertive to
me in the Earth day campaign I was planning. interrogative sentence.
(d) I am asking Reena if she is ready to join me 5- In place of full stop. (.), question mark (?) will be
in the Earth day campaign I am planning. used.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in the interrogative of 91. Select the correct indirect form of the given
past tense. Its indirect narration will be made from the sentence.
following rule- "Aren't you afraid of travelling alone in a
1- 'Said to' change into 'asked'. foreign country?" I asked Aditi.
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(a) I asked Aditi whether she was afraid of 94. Select the option that expresses the given
traveling alone in a foreign country. sentence in direct speech.
(b) I asked Aditi if you aren't afraid of traveling He asked me when I had booked the flight
alone in a foreign country. tickets.
(c) I asked Aditi whether you are afraid of (a) He said to me, "When did you book the flight
traveling alone in a foreign country. tickets ?"
(d) I asked Aditi if she wasn't afraid of traveling (b) He said to me, "When do you book the flight
alone in a foreign country. tickets?"
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II (c) He said to me, "When are you booking the
flight tickets?"
Ans. (d) : Above direct sentence is in interrogative of
(d) He said to me, "When you had book the flight
present continuous tense. Its indirect speech will be
made from the following rule- tickets ?"
1- 'If' is used in place of 'comma and inverted comma' SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
as a conjunction. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of conjunction
2- According to the narration rule, 'tense and pronoun' 'when' makes it clear that the given sentence is in
will be changed. indirect form of interrogative sentence. Its direct speech
will be made from the following rule-
92. Select the option that expresses the given 1- 'Said to' will be used in place of 'asked'.
sentence in reported speech. 2- 'Comma and inverted comma' will be used in place of
David said, "Can someone please explain what conjunction 'when'.
is going on?" 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(a) David asked that if someone could explain will be changed.
what is going on. 4- In place of full stop (.), question mark (?) will be
(b) David asked whether someone could explain
used.
what was going on.
(c) David asked if someone can please explain 95. Select the option that expresses the given
what was going on. sentence in direct speech.
(d) David said can someone please explain what The students asked the teacher where they
is going on. could find the information for their project.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II (a) The students said to the teacher, "Where can
you find the information for our project?"
Ans. (b) : The above sentence is an interrogative (b) The students asked the teacher, "Where can
sentence of present indefinite tense. Its indirect we find the information for our project?"
narration will be made from the following rule- (c) The teacher said to the student, "Where can
1- 'Said' change into 'asked'. you find the information for your project"
2- Conjunction 'whether' is used in place of 'comma and (d) The teacher said to the student, "I will tell you
inverted comma'. where you can find the information for your
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' project"
will be changed.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
93. Select the option that expresses the given Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of conjunction
sentence in direct speech. "when" makes it clear that the given sentence is in
She asked me what my favourite cuisine was. indirect speech of interrogative sentence. Its direct
(a) She said to me, ''What your favourite cuisine speech will be made from the following rule-
is?" 1- 'Comma and inverted comma' will be used in place of
(b) She said to me. "What my favourite cuisine conjunction "where".
is?" 2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(c) She said to me, "What is my favourite will be changed.
cuisine?" 96. Select the option that expresses the given
(d) She said to me, "What is your favourite sentence in indirect speech.
cuisine?" The counter clerk asked the visitor, 'What is
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II your name' ?
Ans. (d) : The given sentence is in indirect narration of (a) The counter clerk asked the visitor his name.
present indefinite tense. Its direct narration will be made (b) The counter clerk asks the visitor your name.
from the following rule- (c) The counter clerk is asking the visitor your
1- 'Asked' change into 'said to'. name.
2- 'Comma and inverted comma' will be used in place of (d) The counter clerk has asked the visitor his
wh-word 'what'. name.
3- According to the narration rule, 'tense and pronoun' SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
will be changed. Ans. (a) : In the above sentence the use of asked makes
4- Change the latter clause from assertive to it clear that the sentence is in interrogative sentence of
interrogative and in place of full stop (.) , question mark direct form. Its indirect speech will be made from the
(?) will be used. following rule-
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1- "What" is used in place of 'comma and inverted Ans : (d) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
comma' as a conjunction. "wh-type" interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech will
2- Change the latter clause from interrogative to be made from the following rule-
assertive. 1- Question word "where" is used in place of comma and
3- In place of question mark (?), full stop (.) will be inverted comma as a conjunction.
used. 2- Reporting verb "said to" change into "asked".
97. Select the option that expresses the given 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
sentence in reported speech. will be changed.
'Whom did you see at the shopping mall today 4- Reported speech sentence change into assertive
?' I asked my daughter. sentence.
(a) I asked my daughter that whom did she saw at 5- Full stop (.) will be used in place of mark of
the shopping mall thay day. interrogation (?).
(b) I asked my daughter who she has seen at the
shopping mall today. 100. Select the correct indirect form of the given
(c) I asked my daughter that whom she saw at the sentence.
shopping mall on that day. The interviewer asked Ashok, "Why did you
(d) I asked my daughter whom she had seen at leave that job last month?"
the shopping mall that day. (a) The interviewer asked Ashok that why he
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) leave that job the last month.
Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in (b) The interviewer asked Ashok that why did he
interrogative. Its indirect speech will be made from the leave that job the previous month.
following rule- (c) The interviewer asked Ashok why he had left
1- Question word 'whom' is used as a conjunction in that job the previous month.
place of 'comma and inverted comma'. (d) The interviewer asked Ashok why you have
2- Interrogative sentence change into assertive sentence. left that job the previous month.
3- Full stop (.) will be used in place of mark of SSC CHSL (Tier-I)–09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
interrogation (?). Ans : (c) Above sentence is in "wh-type" interrogative
4- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from the
will be changed. following rule-
98. Select the correct indirect form of the given 1- Question word 'why' is used in place of comma and
sentence. inverted comma as a conjunction.
The interviewer asked Ramesh, "Do you have 2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'.
any idea about our products?"
(a) The interviewer asked Ramesh that if he had 3- According to narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' will
any idea about the products. be changed.
(b) The interviewer asked Ramesh if he have any 4- Reported speech interrogative sentence change into
idea about their products. assertive sentence.
(c) The interviewer asked Ramesh if he had any 101. Select the correct indirect form of the given
idea about their products. sentence.
(d) The interviewer asked Ramesh if they had Uma asked me, "How's your brother?"
any idea about his products. (a) Uma asked me how was my brother.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I) (b) Uma asked me how your brother was.
Ans : (c) Reported speech of the above sentence is in (c) Uma asked me how my brother was.
'interrogative sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made (d) Uma asked me how is my brother.
from the following rule- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II)
1- Conjunction "if/whether" is used in place of 'comma Ans : (c) Above sentence is in "wh-type" interrogative
and inverted comma'. sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from the
2- "Said to" change into 'asked'. following rule-
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 1- Question word 'how' is used in place of 'comma and
will be changed.
4- Full stop (.) will be used in place of mark of inverted comma'.
interrogation (?). 2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
99. Choose the option that is the indirect form of
will be changed.
the sentence.
A new student said to me, "Where is the 4- Reported speech sentence change into assertive
Principal's office?" sentence and full stop (.) will be used in place of
(a) A new student asked me where the question mark (,).
Principal's office is. 102. Select the most appropriate indirect form of
(b) A new student asked me where is the the given sentence.
Principal's office. He said to the grocer, "What is the price of
(c) A new student said to me where the tomatoes?"
Principal's office was. (a) He asked the grocer what was the price of
(d) A new student asked me where the tomatoes.
Principal's office was. (b) He asked the grocer what the price of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) tomatoes was.
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(c) He asked the grocer what is the price of 105. Select the correct indirect form of the given
tomatoes. sentence.
(d) He asked the grocer that what was the price Bhola said to his mother, "Why is this charcoal
of tomatoes. so black?"
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Bhola asked his mother why was that
Ans : (b) Above reported speech sentence is in "wh- charcoal so black.
type" interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech will be (b) Bhola told his mother why that charcoal was
made from the following rule- so black.
1- Question word 'what' will be used in place of 'comma (c) Bhola asked his mother why that charcoal
and inverted comma'. was so black.
(d) Bhola asked his mother why this charcoal is
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'.
so black.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
will be changed.
4- Reported speech sentence change into 'assertive Ans : (c) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
sentence'. (wh-type) interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech will
be made from the following rule-
103. Select the correct indirect from of the given 1- Question word 'where' is used as a conjunction in
sentence. place of 'comma and inverted comma'.
The stranger said to me, "Can you tell me the 2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'.
way to the River Bank Colony?" 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(a) The stranger asked me can you tell me the will be changed .
way to the River Bank Colony. 4- Reported speech sentence change into assertive
(b) The stranger asked me if you could tell him sentence.
the way to the River Bank Colony. 5- Full stop (.) will be used in place of question mark
(c) The stranger asked me if I could tell him the (?).
way to the River Bank Colony. 106. Select the correct indirect form of the given
(d) The stranger told me that I could tell him the sentence.
way to the River Bank Colony. Bhola said to his friend, ''How can I make this
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I) charcoal white''?
Ans : (c) The above reported speech is interrogative (a) Bhola asked his friend how he could make
(yes/no answer type) sentence. Its indirect speech will that charcoal white.
be made from the following rule- (b) Bhola told his friend how he could make that
1- If the reported speech begins with yes/no type charcoal white.
interrogative, then in place of 'comma and inverted (c) Bhola asked his friend how can I make this
comma', 'if /whether' is used as a conjunction. charcoal white.
2- In reporting verb 'said to' is changed into asked. (d) Bhola asked his friend how could he make
3- According to the narration rule, 'tense and pronoun' that charcoal white.
will be changed. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
104. Select the most appropriate indirect form of Ans. (a) : The above sentence is in "wh-type"
the given sentence. interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
The lawyer said to the accused, "Where were from the following rule-
you at the time of the burglary?" 1- Question word "how" is used in place of 'comma and
(a) The lawyer asked the burglar where he was at inverted comma'.
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'.
the time of burglary.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(b) The lawyer asked the burglar that where was will be changed.
he at the time of burglary. 4- Reported speech sentence change into assertive
(c) The lawyer asked the burglar if he was there sentence.
at the time of burglary. 5- Full stop (.) will be used in place of question mark
(d) The lawyer asked the burglar where were you (?).
at the time of burglary. 107. Select the correct indirect form of the given
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III) sentence.
Ans : (a) Above reported sentence is in "wh-type" Father said to me, ''Are you going to keep me
interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech will be made waiting all night''?
from the following rule- (a) Father asked me if you were going to keep
1- Question word 'where' is used a conjunction in place him waiting all night.
of 'comma and inverted comma'. (b) Father told me that you are going to keep me
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'. waiting all night.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' (c) Father asked me are you going to keep me
will be changed. waiting all night.
4- Reported speech sentence change into assertive (d) Father asked me if I was going to keep him
sentence and full stop (.) will be used in place of waiting all night.
question mark (?). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above direct sentence Ans : (a) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
is in (yes/no answer type) interrogative sentence. Its "(wh-type)" interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech
indirect speech will be made from the following rule- will be made from the following rule-
1- If the beginning of the reported speech is "yes/no 1- Question word 'where' is used as a conjunction in
type" interrogative, then in place of comma and inverted place of .comma and inverted comma'.
comma, if /whether is used as a conjunction. 2- Second clause of the sentence change from
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'. interrogative to assertive sentence.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 3- Full stop (.) will be used in place of question mark
will be changed.
(?).
108. Select the correct indirect of the given sentence.
Mrs. Gupta said to me, ''Why are these boys 111. Select the correct indirect form of the given
standing in the sun?'' sentence.
(a) Mrs. Gupta told me why those boys are Mr. Puri said to me. "Why are you taking
standing in the sun. down this fence?"
(b) Mrs. Gupta asked me why those boys were (a) Mr. Puri asked me why was I taking down
standing in the sun. this fence.
(c) Mrs. Gupta said to me that why are these (b) Mr. Puri said to me why you were taking
boys standing in the sun. down that fence.
(d) Mrs. Gupta asked me why were these boys (c) Mr. Puri asked me why I was taking down
standing in the sun. that fence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I) (d) Mr. Puri said to me that why are you taking
Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in down this fence.
"wh-type" interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III)
will be made from the following rule- Ans : (c) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
1- Question word 'why' is used as a conjunction in place "(wh-type)" interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech
of 'comma and inverted comma'.
will be made from the following rule.
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'.
3- According to the narration rule, 'tense and pronoun' 1- Question word 'why' is used as a conjunction in place
will be changed. of 'comma and inverted comma.'
4- Reported speech sentence change into assertive 2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'.
sentence full stop (.) will be used in place of question 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
mark (?). will be changed.
109. Select the correct indirect form of the given 112. Select the correct indirect form of given
sentence. sentence.
The shopkeeper asked me, "Where is your The foreigner said to the farmer, "Can you tell
car?" me the way to the nearest hotel?"
(a) The shopkeeper asked me where my car was. (a) The foreigner suggested the farmer if he
(b) The shopkeeper asked me where my car is. could tell him the way to the nearest hotel.
(c) The shopkeeper asked me where was my car. (b) The foreigner exclaimed with the farmer if he
(d) The shopkeeper asked me where is your car. could tell him the way to the nearest hotel.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I)–02/07/2019 (Shift-II) (c) The foreigner told the farmer if he could tell
Ans : (a) Reported speech of the above sentence is in him the way to the nearest hotel.
"(wh-type)" interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech (d) The foreigner enquired of the farmer if he
will be made from the following rule- could tell him the way to the nearest hotel.
1- Question word 'what' is used as a conjunction in the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
place of 'comma and inverted comma'.
2- Second clause of the sentence change from Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above direct
interrogation into assertive sentence. sentence is in interrogative sentence. Its indirect
3- Full stop (.) will be used in place of question mark speech will be made from the following rule-
(?). 1- Reporting verb 'said to' change into enquired of.
110. Select the correct indirect form of the given 2- 'If/whether' is used as a conjunction in the place of
sentence. 'comma and inverted comma'.
I asked the shopkeeper, "What is the price of 3- According to the narration rule, 'tense and pronoun'
this bike?" will be changed.
(a) I asked the shopkeeper what the price of that 4- Full stop (.) is used in place of question mark (?).
bike was. 113. Select the correct indirect form of the given
(b) I asked the shopkeeper that what the price of sentence.
this bike was. The lion asked the lioness, "Where will you
(c) I asked the shopkeeper what is the price of hide yourself, until I return?"
this bike. (a) The lion asked the lioness where she would
(d) I asked the shopkeeper what was the price of hide herself, until he returned.
that bike. (b) The lion asked the lioness where she will hide
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) herself, until he returns.
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(c) The lion asked the lioness where would she 116. Select the option that is the direct form of the
hide herself, until he returned. sentence.
(d) The lion asked the lioness whether she would Kirti asked me if I had watched the movie on
hide herself, until he returned. television the previous night.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III) (a) Kirti asked me, "Had you watched the movie
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in on television last night?"
"(wh-type)" interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech (b) Kirti asked me, "Did I watched the movie on
will be made from the following rule- television last night?"
1- Question word "where" is used as a conjunction in (c) Kirti asked me, "Did you watch the movie on
place of 'comma and inverted comma'. television last night?"
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'. (d) Kirti asked me, "You had watched the movie
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' on television last night?"
will be changed. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
4- Reported speech sentence change into assertive
sentence. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, the use of conjunction
'if' makes it clear that the given sentence is in indirect
114. Select the correct indirect form of the given
sentence. speech of interrogative sentence. Its direct speech will
Ravi asked, "Ritu, how many sets of class 12 be made from the following rule-
practice papers have you finished?" 1- 'Comma and inverted comma' will be used in place
(a) Ravi asked Ritu how many sets of class 12 of conjunction 'if'.
practice papers she had finished. 2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(b) Ravi asked Ritu how many sets of class 12 will be changed.
practice papers had she been finishing. 3- 'The last night' is used in place of "the previous
(c) Ravi asked Ritu how many sets of class 12 night."
practice papers was she finishing. 4- Reported speech will changed from assertive to
(d) Ravi asked Ritu how many sets of class 12 interrogative sentence.
practice papers was she finishing. 117. Select the correct indirect form of the given
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I) sentence.
Ans. (a) : The reported speech of the above sentence is Shanti asked me, "Why did you keep this
an interrogative sentence of Present perfect tense, so smart phone in the bin?"
its indirect speech will be made from the following (a) Shanti asked me why I was keeping that
rule- smart phone in the bin.
1- Question word 'How' is used as a conjunction in (b) Shanti asked me why I had been keeping that
place of 'comma and inverted comma'. smart phone in the bin.
2- Reporting verb object (Ritu) is changed into 'she', (c) Shanti asked me why I kept that smart phone
according to the reported speech subject (you). in the bin.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(d) Shanti asked me why I had kept that smart
will be changed.
4- Reported speech will change from interrogative phone in the bin.
sentence to assertive sentence. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I)
115. Select the correct indirect form of the given Ans. (d) : The above reported speech is in "(wh-type)"
sentence. interrogative sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
The storekeeper asked the security, "Did you from the following rule-
see the torch I kept here?" 1- Question word "why" is used as conjunction in place
(a) The storekeeper asked the security whether he of 'comma and inverted comma'.
had seen the torch he had kept there. 2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'asked'.
(b) The storekeeper asked the security whether he 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
saw the torch he kept there. will be changed.
(c) The storekeeper asked the security if he saw 4- Reported speech will convert into interrogative to
the torch he kept there. assertive sentence.
(d) The storekeeper asked the security if had he 118. Select the correct indirect form of the given
seen the torch he kept there. sentence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III) Sitab asked his mother, "Has it been snowing
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above direct all night?"
sentence is in (yes/no type) interrogative sentence. Its (a) Sitab asked his mother if it is snowing all
indirect speech will be made from the following rule- night.
1- No change in reporting verb 'asked'. (b) Sitab asked his mother if it had been snowing
2- If/ whether is used in place of 'comma and inverted all night.
comma'.
(c) Sitab asked his mother if it has snowed all
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' night.
will be changed. (d) Sitab asked his mother if it was snowing all
4- Full stop (.) will be used in place of question mark night.
(?). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above direct (a) He asks me if I attend the film festival at Goa
sentence is in "(yes/no type)" interrogative sentence. every year.
Its indirect speech will be made from the following (b) He asked me if I attended the film festival at
rule- Goa every year.
1- No change is reporting verb 'asked'. (c) He asks me if I was attending the film festival
2- If/whether is used in place of 'comma' and inverted at Goa every year.
comma'. (d) He is asking me if I attend the film festival at
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' Goa every year.
will be changed. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
4- Full stop (.) will be used in place of question mark Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above direct sentence
(?). is in "(yes/no answer type)" interrogative sentence. Its
indirect speech will be made from the following rule-
119. Select the option that is the direct form of the 1- No change in reporting verb "asked".
given sentence. 2- 'If/whether' is used in place of 'comma and inverted
The child asked his mother if he could swim in comma'.
the pool there. 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(a) The child said to his mother, "Will swim in will be changed.
the pool here"? 4- Full stop (.) is used in place of question mark (?).
(b) The child asked to his mother, "May I swim
in the pool here"? C. Imperative Sentence
(c) The child asked to his mother, "Can he swim
in the pool there"? 122. Select the correct direct form of the given
(d) The child asked his mother, "Could he swim sentence.
in the pool there"? Prachi proposed that they should meet their
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) friends at a restaurant.
(a) Prachi said, "Let us meet their friends at a
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of conjunction
restaurant."
'if' makes it clear that reported speech of the above (b) Prachi said, "We could meet their friends at a
sentence is in indirect speech. Its direct speech will be restaurant".
made from the following rule- (c) Prachi said, "Let them meet their friends at a
1- 'Comma and inverted comma' used in place of 'if'. restaurant".
2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' (d) Prachi said, "They should meet their friends
will be changed. at a restaurant".
3- The sentence convert into interrogative to assertive SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
sentence.
Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, the use of 'proposed'
120. Select the correct indirect form of the given makes it clear that the given sentence is in indirect
sentence. speech of imperative sentence. Its direct speech will be
Nakul asked her, "How do you know that made from the following rule-
Rahul has told it to him?" 1- 'Proposed' change into 'said'.
(a) Nakul asked her how she know that Rahul 2- 'Comma and inverted comma' will be used in place of
had told that to him. conjunction 'that'.
(b) Nakul asked her how she knew that Rahul 3- 'They should' change into 'let us'.
had told that to him. 4- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
(c) Nakul asked her that how she knows that will be changed.
Rahul had told to him. 123. Select the option that expresses the given
(d) Nakul asked her that how she has known that sentence in indirect speech.
Rahul has told that to him. She said to me, "Don't worry about me."
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) (a) She told me don't worry about her.
Ans. (b) : Reported speech of the above direct (b) She told me to not be worried about her.
sentence is in "(wh-type)" interrogative sentence. Its (c) She told me to not to worry about me.
indirect speech will be made from the following rule-
(d) She told me not to worry about her.
1- No change is reporting verb 'asked'.
2- Question word 'how' is used as a conjunction is SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
place of 'comma and inverted comma'. Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
3- Reported speech of interrogative sentence is 'Imperative sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
converted into assertive sentence in indirect from the following rule-
speech. 1- Conjunction 'to' is used in place of 'comma and
4- Full stop (.) will be used in place of question mark inverted comma'. '(not)' is used before conjunction 'to'
(?). in negative imperative sentence.
121. Select the correct indirect form of the given 2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'told' in case of
sentence. reporting object (me) is given.
"Do you attend the film festival at Goa every 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
year?" he asked. will be changed.
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124. Select the correct indirect narration of the 127. Select the option that expresses the given
given sentence. sentence in reported speech.
Father said to Swami, "Take whatever you like He said to his sister, ''Please help me with my
from this drawer." homework'.
(a) Father said Swami to take whatever you like (a) He told his sister that she should help him
from this drawer. with his homework.
(b) Father told Swami that he can take whatever (b) His sister was asked by her brother that she
he likes from the drawer. should help him with his homework.
(c) Father told Swami to take whatever he liked (c) His sister told him that he should help her
from that drawer. with her homework.
(d) Father said to Swami to have taken whatever (d) He requested his sister to help him with his
he liked from that drawer. homework.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : Above given direct speech is in 'imperative Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above sentence, the
sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made from the use of 'please' makes it clear that the given sentence is
following rule- in imperative sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
1- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'told'. from the following rule-
2- Conjunction 'to' is used in place of 'comma and 1- Reporting verb 'said to' convert into 'requested'.
inverted comma'. 2- 'to' is used in place of 'comma and inverted comma'.
3- According to the narration rule, 'tense and pronoun' 3- Remove 'please/kindly' etc.
will be changed. 4- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
125. Select the option that expresses the given will be changed.
sentence in reported speech. 128. Select the correct direct form of the given
The teacher said, “Asif, go and wash your sentence.
hands.” The policeman warned us not to block the
(a) The teacher told to Asif to go and wash his traffic.
hands. (a) The policeman said to us, "We should not
(b) The teacher told Asif go and wash your block the traffic"
hands. (b) The policeman said to us, "Do not block the
(c) The teacher told Asif go and wash his hands. traffic."
(d) The teacher told Asif to go and wash his (c) The policeman said to us, "Let us not block
hands. the traffic."
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III (d) The policeman said to us, "You did not block
Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in the traffic".
'imperative sentence'. Its indirect will be made from the SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
following rule- Ans. (b) : In the above indirect speech use of 'to'
1- Conjunction 'to' is used in place of 'comma and marks it clear that the direct speech is in imperative
inverted comma'. sentence. Its direct speech will be made from the
2- Reporting verb 'said to' change into 'told'. following rule-
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 1- Comma and inverted comma will be use in the place
will be changed. of conjunction 'to'.
126. Select the correct indirect form of the given 2- 'Said to' will be used in the place of reported verb
sentence. warned."
Mother said to Megha, "Leave for your office 3- Not change into 'do not' because imperative
now." sentence start with v1 (verb1).
(a) Mother said to Megha leave for her office 129. Select the correct direct form of the given
then. sentence :
(b) Mother told to Megha to leave for her office
The young man prayed to God to help him
now.
(c) Mother told Megha to leave for her office clear that interview :
then. (a) The young man said, "O God! Help him to
(d) Mother told Megha to leave for your office clear that interview".
now. (b) The young man said, "O God! Help me clear
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I) this interview".
Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above direct narration (c) The young man said to God, "You have to
makes it clear that the sentence talks about order. help me clear that interview".
Therefore, this is 'imperative sentence'. Its indirect (d) The young man said to God, "Will you help
speech will be made from the following rule- me clear that interview"?
1- Reporting verb 'said to' convert into 'told/order'. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
2- 'To' will be used in place of 'comma and inverted Ans. (b) : In the above sentence the use of conjunction
comma'. to makes it clear that the sentence is in imperative
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' sentence of indrect form. Its direct speech will be made
will be changed. from the following rule-
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1- Comma and inverted comma will be used in the (c) Seema said her daughter you shouldn't go
place of conjunction 'to'. near the well.
2- Reporting verb 'prayed' change into 'said' and (d) Seema warned her daughter not to go near
exclamation word 'O God!' will be used. the well.
3- According to narration rule, Tense and Pronoun will SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
be changed. Ans : (d) Reported speech of the above sentence
130. Select the correct indirect form of the given beginning with 'don't'. Hence it's a negative imperative
sentence. sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from the
Hemant said to the hotel receptionist, "Please following rule-
tell Bharat I will come to see him tomorrow at 1- Conjunction 'to' is used in place of 'comma and
10 am." inverted comma' and 'not' is used before 'to' in case of
(a) Hemant said to the hotel receptionist please its sentence is negative.
to tell Bharat he will come to see me 2- Reporting verb said convert into 'warned' according
tomorrow at 10 am.
to sense of the sentence.
(b) Hemant requested to the hotel receptionist
please inform Bharat I will come to see him 133. Select the correct indirect form of the given
tomorrow at 10 am. sentence.
(c) Hemant said to the hotel receptionist to Roopa said to me, "Please accompany me to
please tell Bharat that I will come to see him the market."
tomorrow at 10 am. (a) Roopa said please accompany me to the
(d) Hemant requested the hotel receptionist to market.
inform Bharat that he would come to see him (b) Roopa said to me that you must accompany
the next day at 10 am. me to the market.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I) (c) Roopa requested me to accompany her to the
Ans : (d) In the above sentence the use of please + v1 market.
makes it clear that the reported speech is in imperative (d) Roopa is requesting me to accompany her to
sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from the the market.
following rule- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
1- Conjunction 'to' is used in place of 'comma and Ans. (c) : Reported speech of the above sentence
inverted comma'. beginning with 'please + v1 hence it's make clear that
2- Reporting verb 'said to' convert into 'requested' the sentence is imperative. Its indirect speech will be
according to sense of reported speech. made from the following rule-
3- According to the narration rule, 'tense and pronoun' 1- Conjunction 'to' is used in place of 'comma and
will be changed.
inverted comma'.
4- 'Tomorrow' change into 'the next day.'
2- Reporting verb 'said to' convert into 'requested'
131. Select the correct indirect form of the given according to sense of the sentence.
sentence. 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
"Don't park here," the policeman said to them.
(a) The policeman ordered them not to park here. will be changed.
(b) The policeman said to them not to park here. 134. Select the correct indirect form of the given
(c) Don't park here he said to the policeman. sentence.
(d) The policeman ordered them not to park Mother said to Avika, "Finish these sums
there. before you go to the park."
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Mother told Avika to finish those sums before
Ans : (d) Reported speech of the above sentence she went to the park.
beginning with 'don't. Hence it is imperative sentence of (b) Mother told Avika to finish these sums before
negative form. Its indirect speech will be made from the you go to the park.
following rule- (c) Mother told Avika to finish those sums before
1- Reporting verb 'said to' convert into 'ordered'. she goes to the park.
2- Conjunction 'to' will be used in the place of comma (d) Mother told Avika to finish those sums before
(,) and inverted comma (" "). she was going to the park.
3- In negative (imperative) sentence 'not' is used before SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
the conjunction 'to'. Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence
4- 'Tense and Pronoun' will be changed according to the beginning with finish (V1). Hence it's imperative
narration rule. sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from the
132. Select the most appropriate indirect form of following rule-
the given sentence. 1- Conjunction 'to' will be used in place of 'comma and
Seema said to her daughter, "Don't go near the inverted comma'.
well." 2- Reporting verb 'said to' convert into 'told' according
(a) Seema requested to her daughter to go near
to sense of the sentence.
the well.
(b) Seema told her daughter that don't go near 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
the well. will be changed.

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135. Select the correct indirect form of the given 138. Choose the option that is the indirect form of
sentence. the sentence.
Mother said to Kavya, "Switch off the light The judge said to Jia, “Stand in the witness
before you go to sleep."
(a) Mother told Kavya to switch off the light box.”
before she went to sleep. (a) The judge told Jia you are standing in the
(b) Mother told Kavya to switch off the light witness box.
before she goes to sleep. (b) The judge told Jia to stand in the witness box.
(c) Mother told Kavya to switch off the light (c) The judge told to Jia stand in the witness box.
before you go to sleep. (d) The judge told Jia you will stand in the
(d) Mother told Kavya to switch off the light witness box.
before she is going to sleep. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (b) : Above reported speech beginning with v1
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above sentence (verb) makes it clear that the sentence is in imperative
beginning with "switch off (V1)". Hence it's imperative sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from the
sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from the
following rule- following rule.
1- Conjunction 'to' is used in place of 'comma and 1- Reporting verb 'said' change into 'told' in the case of
inverted comma'. reporting object (Jia) is given .
2- Reporting verb 'said to' convert into 'told' according 2- Conjunction 'to' is used in the place of comma and
to sense of the sentence. inverted comma.
136. Select the option that expresses the given 3- According to narration rule, Tense and Pronoun will
sentence in direct speech. be changed.
Bharati told Rakesh to call her when he 139. Choose the option that is the direct form of the
reached there. sentence.
(a) "Call me when you reach here", Bharati told I told them to be quiet.
Rakesh. (a) I said to them “Be you quiet!”
(b) "Call her when you have reached here",
Bharati told Rakesh. (b) I told to them, “You must be quiet.”
(c) "Call me when you reached there", Bharati (c) I told them, “Be quiet!”
says to Rakesh. (d) I said them, “You be quiet.”
(d) "Call him when you are reaching there", SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Bharati told Rakesh. Ans. (c) : In above indirect speech the use conjunction
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) 'to' makes it clear that the given sentence is in
Ans. (a) : Conjunction 'to' is used in above indirect Imprative sentence. It will be made from the following
sentence. Hence its reported speech will be imperative. rule-
Its direct speech will be made from the following rule- 1- Comma (,) and inverted comma (" ") will be used in
1- Comma and inverted comma will be used in the place of conjunction 'to'.
place of conjunction 'to'. 2- Other change will be according to narration rules.
2- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
will be changed. 140. Choose the option that is the indirect form of
3- Remaining part will be same. the sentence.
Please bring me a cup of coffee,” Shakila said
137. Choose the option that is the indirect form of
the sentence. to the waiter.
"Get out of this room", the officer shouted at (a) Shakila told the waiter to bring her a cup of
the cadet. coffee.
(a) The officer shouted at the cadet and asked (b) Shakila said to the waiter he should bring her
him to get out of that room. a cup of coffee.
(b) The officer shouted at the cadet and asked (c) Shakila told to the waiter that he should
him to get out of this room. brought her a cup of coffee.
(c) The officer shouts at the cadet and asks him (d) Shakila said to the waiter you bring me a cup
to go out of that room. of coffee.
(d) The officer shouting at the cadet and asking SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
him to go out of the room.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Ans. (a) : In the above indirect speech, the use of
Ans. (a) : The above reported speech use of 'get out ' 'please' makes it clear that the given sentence is in
(v1) beginning of the sentence makes it clear that the imperative sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
sentence is in imperative sentence. Its indirect speech from the following rule.
will be made from the following rule- 1- 'Said to' change into 'told'.
1- By removing comma and inverted comma before 2- Conjunction 'to' is used in the place of of comma
the main verb conjunction 'to' is used. and inverted comma.
2- Change the pronoun 'this' of the reported speech into 3- According to narration rule, Tense and Pronoun will
'that'. be changed.
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141. The teacher said to me, "Stand here next to the (a) The woman said, "How the kids are making
podium." too much noise!"
(a) The teacher tells to me to stand there next to
(b) The woman said, "The kids were making too
the podium. much noise."
(b) The teacher told to me to have stood there (c) The woman said, "What noise are the kids
next to the podium. making?"
(c) The teacher told me to stand there next to the
(d) The woman said, "How much noise are the
podium. kids making!"
(d) The teacher had told to me to have stood
there next to the podium. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
Ans. (d) : The above sentence is an exclamatory so this
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
to convert the sentence into direct speech, 'too much
Ans. (c) Reported speech of the above sentence is in
noise' will be changed to 'how much noise' and 'were'
'imperative sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
from the following rule- change into 'are' and 'exclaimed' convert into 'said'.
1- 'Said to' change into 'told'. 145. Select the correct indirect narration of the
2- 'To' conjunction is used in place of 'comma and given sentence.
inverted comma' in imperative sentence.
The team leader said to us, "Congratulations!
3- Place indicator word 'here' change into 'there'.
You have prepared a very good presentation."
142. “Hurry up, get in the bus” the conductor said (a) The team leader told us congratulations and
to us. we had prepared a very good presentation.
(a) The conductor told us to hurry up and get in
(b) We told our team leader that we had prepared
the bus.
(b) The conductor tells us to hurry up and get in a very good presentation and he said
the bus. congratulations.
(c) The conductor told us to hurry up and got in(c) The team leader said congratulations and told
the bus. us that we have prepared a very good
(d) The conductor tells us to hurry up and got in presentation.
the bus. (d) The team leader congratulated us and said
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 that we had prepared a very good
Ans. (a) Reported speech of the above sentence is in presentation.
'imperative sentence'. Its indirect speech will be made
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
from the following rule- Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above direct narration
1- 'Said to' change into 'told'. is an exclamatory sentence. Its indirect speech will be
2- 'to' is used in the place of 'comma and inverted
made from the following rule-
comma' as a conjunction.
1- Reporting verb 'said to' convert into 'congratulated'
143. Choose the option that is the direct form of the
according to sense of the sentence.
sentence.
2- Conjunction 'that' is used in place of 'comma and
He asked me to wait there until I got my turn.
inverted comma'.
(a) He said to me, “Wait here until you get your
turn.” 3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun'
will be changed.
(b) He told to me “Wait here until you get your
turn.” 146. Select the option that expresses the given
(c) He said to me, “You are wait here until you
sentence in indirect speech.
get your turn.” 'How beautiful she is!' said Betty.
(d) He asked me to “wait there until you get my (a) Betty exclaimed with joy that she was very
turn.” beautiful.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (b) Betty exclaimed with joy she is very
Ans. (a) : At the above Indirect speech the use of beautiful.
conjunction 'to' makes it clear that the sentence is in
(c) Betty exclaimed with joy how beautiful she
imperative. Its direct speech will be made from the was.
following rule- (d) Betty exclaimed with joy how beautiful she
1- Comma (,) and inverted comma (" ") will be used in is.
the place of conjunction 'to'
2- 'Asked' change into 'Said to ' SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : Reported speech of the above direct narration
3- According to narration , Tense and Pronoun will be
changed. is an exclamatory sentence. Its indirect speech will be
made from the following rule-
D. Exclamatory Sentence 1- Conjunction 'that' is used in place of 'comma and
inverted comma'.
144. Select the option that expresses the given 2- Reporting verb change into exclaimed with joy/
sentence in direct speech. surprised etc.
The women exclaimed that the kids were 3- Full stop (.) is used in the place of mark of
making too much noise. exclamation (!).
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147. Select the correct direct form of the given 150. Select the option that is the direct form of the
sentence. given sentence.
Neha exclaimed that it was a very pleasant Nidhi exclaimed that it was a beautiful
surprise. painting.
(a) Neha said, "Is it a very pleasant surprise?" (a) Nidhi said to the artist in surprise, "How
(b) Neha said, "It is a very pleasant surprise?" beautiful you made that painting!"
(c) Neha said, "What a pleasant surprise!" (b) Nidhi told him in wouder. "How beautiful!"
(d) Neha said, "How a pleasant surprise!" (c) Nidhi said to the artist, "That looks like a
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) beautiful painting!"
Ans. (c) : In the above sentence the use of exclaimed (d) Nidhi exclaimed, "What a beautiful
makes it clear that the sentence is in exclamatory painting!"
sentence. Its direct speech will be made from the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
following rule- Ans. (d) In the above sentence the use of exclaimed
1- Comma (,) and inverted comma (" ") will be used in makes it clear that reported speech is in exclamatory
the place of conjunction 'that'. sentence. Its direct speech will be made from the
2- For exclamatory sentence what a " is also added following rule-
before the clause containing that. 1- 'Comma and inverted comma' will be used in the
3- Exclamation mark (!) will be used in the place of place of conjunction 'that'.
full stop (.) 2- For exclamatory sentence "what a --- " is added
before that clause.
148. Select the correct indirect form of the given 3- Exclamation mark (!) is used in place of full stop (.).
sentence.
151. Select the correct indirect form of the given
My neighbour said to me, "Hello! How are
sentence.
you?"
Meena said "What a beautiful flower!"
(a) My neighbour greeted me and asked how was I. (a) Meena exclaimed how beautiful the flower
(b) My neighbour said hello and asked how are was
you (b) Meena said that she had a beautifyl flower
(c) My neighbour said hello and asked how were (c) Meena exclaimed what a beautiful flower it
I was
(d) My neighbour greeted me and asked how I was (d) Meena exclaimed that it was a very beautiful
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) flower.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of 'Hello!' SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
makes it clear that the sentence is in exclamatory Ans. (d) : Reported speech of the above sentence is in
sentence. Its indirect speech will be made from the Exclamatory sentence. Its indirect speech will be made
following rule- from the following rule-
1- The exclamation word 'Hello' will change the 1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of
reporting verb 'said to' into 'greeted.' comma and inverted comma.
2- ' How' is used as a conjunction in the sentence. 2- Remove 'what-----a " in reported speech.
3- According to the narration rule, 'Tense and Pronoun' 3- Full stop (.) will be used in the place of exclamatory
will be changed. mark (!).
149. Select the correct indirect form of the given 152. Choose the option that is the direct form of the
sentence. sentence.
He exclaimed, "What a fine piece of He exclaimed sadly that it was a pity that so
architecture it is !" many lives had been lost in the floods.
(a) He exclaimed what a fine piece of (a) He said sadly, “It is a pity that so many lives
architecture is it. had been lost in the floods.”
(b) He exclaimed was it a fine piece of (b) He said sadly, “What a pity that so many lives
architecture. are being lost in the floods!”
(c) He exclaimed that what a fine piece of (c) He said sadly, “What a pity that so many lives
architecture it was. have been lost in the floods.”
(d) He exclaimed that it was a fine piece of (d) He said sadly, “It was a pity that so many
architecture. lives were loss in the floods.”
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence the use of Ans. (c) : Above Indirect speech is use of 'exclaimed'
"exclaimation" marks, makes it is clear that the makes it clear that the sentence is exclamatory
sentence is in exclamatory sentence. Its indirect sentence. Its direct speech will be made from the
speech will be made from the following rule- following rule-
1- Conjunction 'that' will be used in the place of 1. Comma (,) and inverted comma (" ") will be used in
comma and inverted comma. place of conjunction "that".
2- For exclamatory sentence "what a" is also added 2- For exclamatory sentence "what" is also added
before the clause containing it was. before the clause countering 'that'.
3- Full stop (.) will be used in the place of exclamation 3- Exclamation mark (!) will be used in the place of
mark. full stop (.).
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06.
SYNONYMS
TCS hewšve& hej DeeOeeefjle (Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 15
CGL (Tier-2) 5
A CHSL (Tier-1) 20
CHSL (Tier-2) 10
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 9 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 11
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
2 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
B CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
3 CGL (Tier-1) 10
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 12
C CHSL (Tier-2) 6
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 10
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
4 CGL (Tier-1) 10
CGL (Tier-2) 3
D CHSL (Tier-1) 17
CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
5 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 10
E CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 9
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 7
6 CGL (Tier-1) 8
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 7
CHSL (Tier-2) 3 (2017–2023)
F Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 5

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7 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
G Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 2
8 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
H Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
9 CGL (Tier-1) 9
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 10
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 8 (2017–2023)
I SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 3
SSC CPO SI 5
10 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
J Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
11 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
K Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
12 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
L CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 3
13 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 5
M CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 3 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 5

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14 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
N CHSL (Tier-2) -
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 4
15 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
O CHSL (Tier-1) 5
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
16 CGL (Tier-1) 8
CGL (Tier-2) 2
P CHSL (Tier-1) 12
CHSL (Tier-2) 8
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 10
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
17 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
Q CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
18 CGL (Tier-1) 8
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 12
CHSL (Tier-2) 5 (2017–2023)
R Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 10
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
19 CGL (Tier-1) 10
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 22
CHSL (Tier-2) 5 (2017–2023)
S Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 4
20 CGL (Tier-1) 5
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
CHSL (Tier-2) 6
T Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
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21 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
U SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
22 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
V Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
23 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
W Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
24 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
X Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI -
25 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
Y SSC MTS -
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI -
26 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Z Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1

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Trend Analysis of Questions topicwise from CGL (Pre & Mains)
CHSL (Pre & Mains) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI, SSC MTS, SSC
GD & Other Exams (2017-2023)

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06.
SYNONYMS
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate Synonym of the given
A word 'Announced' is 'Declared'.
1. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words -
given word. Secret - Confidential
Ample Hid - Conceal
(a) Entertain (b) Sample Estrong - Alienate
(c) Temple (d) Sufficient 6. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV) given word.
Ans. (d) : Ample (Enough), Synonym - Sufficient Awful
(Adequate)
Meaning of the other options- (a) Inoffensive (b) Delightful
Entertain - Amuse, Recreate (c) Terrible (d) Acceptable
Sample - Pattern, Model SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
Temple - Holy Place, House of God Ans. (c) : Synonym of 'Awful' is 'Terrible'. Other
2. Select the most appropriate synonym of the options give different meaning.
given word. Inoffensive - Secure
Awkward Delightful - Enjoyable
(a) Dormant (b) Asleep Acceptable - Plausible
(c) Asleep (d) Unskillful
SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II) 7. Select the word that is the closest meaning
Ans. (d) : Awkward (Clumsy) - Synonym - Unskillful (synonym) to the word given below.
(Inept) Attune
Meaning of the other options- (a) Assimilate (b) Skew
Dormant - Inactive, Idle (c) Estrange (d) Disrupt
Asleep - Dormant, Napping SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III)
3. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (a) : Attune - Synonym - Assimilate
given word. Meaning of other word-
Absorbed Disrupt - Break
(a) Preoccupied (b) Soaked
(c) Replaced (d) Restored Estrange - Delete
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II) Skew - Inclined
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate synonym of the above 8. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word 'Absorbed' is 'Soaked.' given word.
Meaning of other options- August
Preoccupied - Restless, Nervous, (a) Imminent (b) Eminent
Replaced - Fungible, (c) Permanent (d) Illicit
Restored - Render, Improve,
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
4. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (b): August (Esteemed), Synonym- Eminent
underlined word. (Famous)
The boxer showed audacity by agreeing to fight Meaning of the other options-
the champion. Imminent – Adjacent
(a) Desperation (b) Honesty Permanent – Stable, Lasting
(c) Courage (d) Reparation Illicit – Illegal, Unlawful
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate synonym of the 9. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
underlined word 'Audacity' is 'courage'. given word.
Meaning of other options - Accurate
Desperation - Desalation, (a) General (b) False
Honesty - Integrity, (c) Exact (d) Active
Reparation - Indemnity, SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
Thus, the correct option is (c).
Ans. (c): Accurate (Actual), Synonym - Exact (Correct)
5. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. Announced Meaning of the other options-
(a) Secret (b) Declared General - Usual, Common
(c) Hid (d) Estrange False - Wrong
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) Active - Energetic, Lively
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10. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 15. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Avert Arraign
(a) Prevent (b) Confront (a) Prosecute (b) Arrive
(c) Face (d) Permit (c) Persecute (d) Arrange
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
Ans. (a): Avert (Avoid), Synonym – Prevent (Interrupt, Ans. (a): Arraign (Blame), Synonym- Prosecute
Stop) (Impaled, Indict)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Confront –Face Arrive - Reach
Face – Encounter Persecute - Torture, Afflict
Permit – Allow Arrange - Organize
11. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 16. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Arid Admire
(a) Fertile (b) Lively (a) Neglect (b) Appreciate
(c) Dry (d) Damp (c) Forget (d) Admonish
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
Ans. (c): Arid (Dry), Synonym- Dry (Drought) Ans. (b): Admire (Praise), Synonym - Appreciate
Meaning of the other options- (Applaud)
Fertile - Fecund Meaning of the other options-
Lively - Active, Energetic Neglect - Disregard
Damp - Wet, Moist Forget - Bewilder
12. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Admonish - Reprimand, Rebuke, Scold
given word.
17. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Abandon underlined word in the given sentence.
(a) Retain (b) Possess Police fear that terrorists may try to
(c) Quit (d) Rescue assassinate the president during his appearance
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II at the summit.
Ans. (c): Abandon (Give up), Synonym- Quit (Leave) (a) Rebuke (b) Deceive
Meaning of the other options- (c) Murder (d) Distress
Retain – Sustain SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II
Possess – Hold, Own Ans. (c): The appropriate meaning of the underlined
Rescue – Save word 'Assassinate' (Kill) in the above sentence is
13. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Murder (Slay).
given word. Other options have different meanings-
Audacity Rebuke - Reprimand
(a) Kindness (b) Daring Deceive - Hoodwink
(c) Caution (d) Meekness Distress - Danger, Risk
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III 18. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (b): Audacity (Courage), Synonym – Daring underlined word in the given sentence.
(Bold) Simon had always been an ardent follower.
Meaning of the other options- (a) averse (b) objective
Kindness - Compassion, Generosity (c) casual (d) passionate
Caution - Warning SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
Meekness - Modesty Ans. (d): Ardent (Enthusiastic), Synonym – Passionate
14. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (Zealous)
given word. Meaning of the other options-
abandon Averse – Unfavourable
(a) leave (b) start
Objective – Aim
(c) adopt (d) allow
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II Casual – Accidental
Ans. (a): Abandon (Give up), Synonym- Leave 19. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(Renounce) given word.
Meaning of the other options- Acute
Start – Begin (a) Obtuse (b) Faithful
Adopt – Siphon (c) Chronic (d) Dire
Allow – Permit SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
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Ans. (d): Acute (Intense), Synonym – Dire (Terrible) Ans. (b): Aggregate (Whole), Synonym - Total (Entire)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Obtuse – Dull, Slow Disperse - Spread
Faithful – Credible, Authentic Separate - Segregate, Distinct
Chronic – Old Divide - Distribute, Split
20. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 25. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
ASSIST Alter
(a) injure (b) restrict (a) Beautify (b) Transform
(c) acquire (d) facilitate (c) Preserve (d) Retain
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (d): Assist (Aid), Synonym- Facilitate (Ease, Ans. (b): Alter (Change), Synonym – Transform
Help) (Convert)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Injure - Harm, Hurt Beautify – Adorn
Restrict - Banned, Inhibit Preserve – Protect, Sustain
Acquire - Obtain, Gain Retain – Preserve
21. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 26. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Achieve Attract
(a) Accuse (b) Adjoin (a) Repel (b) Disgust
(c) Abduct (d) Accomplish (c) Prevent (d) Entice
SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (d): Achieve (Obtain), Synonym – Accomplish Ans. (d): Attract (Charm), Synonym - Entice (Tempt)
(Fulfill, Attain) Meaning of the other options-
Meaning of the other options- Repel - Setback, Recapture
Accuse – Allege Disgust - Aversion, Hate
Adjoin – Link, Joint Prevent - Stop, Interrupt
Abduct – Kidnap 27. Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the
22. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Appeal
AUSTERE (a) Growth (b) Charm
(a) unadorned (b) luxurious (c) Challenge (d) Bloom
(c) elaborate (d) decorative SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II Ans. (b): Appeal (Attraction/Request), Synonym-
Ans. (a): Austere (Gullible, Rigorous), Synonym- Charm (Allure)
Unadorned (Simple) Meaning of the other options-
Meaning of the other options- Growth – Development
Luxurious - Opulent, Sumptuous Challenge – Objection
Elaborate - Detailed, Comprehensive Bloom– Blossom, Flourish
Decorative - Ornamental 28. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
23. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Amiable
Adversity (a) Dishonest (b) Disagreeable
(a) Misfortune (b) Emergency (c) Honest (d) Friendly
(c) Privilege (d) Fortune SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III Ans. (d): Amiable (Cordial), Synonym – Friendly
Ans. (a): Adversity (Calamity, Disaster), Synonym – (Affable)
Misfortune (Bad luck, Tragedy) Meaning of the other options-
Meaning of the other options- Dishonest – Untruthful, Corrupt
Emergency – Necessity, Crisis Disagreeable – Obnoxious
Privilege– Freedom, Exclusive Right Honest – Faithful
Fortune– Fate, Luck
24. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 29. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Aggregate ASTONISH
(a) Disperse (b) Total (a) simplify (b) create
(c) Separate (d) Divide (c) surprise (d) cheat
SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (c): Astonish (Amaze), synonym- Surprise 35. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(Wonder) given word :
Meaning of the other options- ABUNDANT
Simplify - Facilitate (a) plentiful (b) available
Create - Build (c) necessary (d) latest
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Cheat - Deceit, Deception
Ans. (a): 'Abundant' - Synonym- Plentiful
30. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words–
given word. Necessary – Essential
ALLEVIATE Latest - Backmost
(a) aggravate (b) mitigate Available - Attainable
(c) irritate (d) agitate 36. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II given word.
AUSPICIOUS
Ans. (b): Alleviate (Reduce), Synonym- Mitigate (a) suspicious (b) playful
(Curtail) (c) favourable (d) hapless
Meaning of the other options- SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Aggravate - Provoke Ans. (c): Auspicious – Synonym - Favourable
Agitate - Perturb, Incite Meaning of other words–
Irritate - Infuriate, Arouse Suspicious – Dubious, Playful - Fickle, Hapless -
Unlucky
31. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. 37. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
Abode
ABSURD
(a) Annex (b) Habituation (a) meaningful (b) ridiculous
(c) Dwelling (d) Aboard (c) important (d) rational
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Abode - Synonym, Dwelling Ans. (b): Absurd - Synonym – Ridiculous
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Annex - Affix, Habituation - Inurement, Aboard - Meaningful - Useful, Important - Vital, Rational -
foreign - On board Logical
32. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 38. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Absolve AUTHENTIC
(a) Condemn (b) Attack (a) incredible (b) counterfeit
(c) Pardon (d) Accuse (c) dubious (d) genuine
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Absolve - Synonym- Pardon Ans. (d): Authentic - Synonym - 'Genuine'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Condemn – Censure, Attack – Assault, Accuse – Incredible – Dubious
Denounce Counterfeit – Forge
Dubious – Suspicious
33. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. 39. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
Abolish Accurate
(a) Introduce (b) Eliminate (a) sincere (b) complete
(c) Continue (d) Establish (c) correct (d) appropriate
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b): Abolish – Synonym – Eliminate Ans. (c): 'Accurate' – Synonym - 'Correct'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Introduce – Acquaint, Continue – Keep on, Establish - Sincere - Honest, Complete - Overall, Appropriate -
Install Suitable
34. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 40. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
APPLAUSE AUSTERE
(a) approval (b) condemnation (a) careless (b) strict
(c) attack (d) blame (c) generous (d) unwilling
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Applause - Synonym – Approval Ans. (b): AUSTERE- Synonym -‘Strict’
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Attack – Assault, Condemnation – Censure, Blame - Careless - Reckless, Generous - Liberal, Unwilling -
Blemish Reluctant
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41. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 47. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
ATTRIBUTE Accurate
(a) respect (b) speech (a) Real (b) Sincere
(c) praise (d) quality (c) Precise (d) Genuine
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): Accurate- Synonym – Precise
Ans. (d) Attribute - Synonym – Quality Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Real- Genuine, Sincere- Honest, Genuine-Actual
Respect - Regard
Praise - Admire 48. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
Speech - Oration ANOMALOUS
42. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) unhealthy (b) indirect
given word. (c) peculiar (d) common
ASSIST SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) Help (b) Mend Ans. (c): Anomalous- Synonym- Peculiar
(c) Change (d) Create Meaning of other words–
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) Unhealthy - Morbid
Ans. (a): Assist- Synonym- Help Indirect - Unobserved
Meaning of other words– Common - General
Mend- Reform, Change- Variation, Create - Build 49. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
43. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Avenge
given word. (a) Punish (b) Cheer
ADEPT (c) Encourage (d) Comfort
(a) alone (b) skilled SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) unknown (d) kind-hearted Ans. (a): Avenge- Synonym -'Punish'
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (b): Adept– Synonym – Skilled Cheer- Incentive
Meaning of other words– Comfort- Rest
Alone- Sole Encourage- Stimulate
Unknown- Unaware 50. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Kind-hearted- Gracious given word.
44. Select the most appropriate synonym of the ADHERE
(a) comply (b) ignore
given word.
(c) release (d) detach
APPARENT SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) dubious (b) obvious
Ans. (a): Adhere- Synonym- Comply
(c) obscure (d) doubtful Meaning of other words–
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) Ignore- Negligence
Ans. (b): Apparent - Synonym – Obvious Release- Discharge
Meaning of other words Detach- Separate
Dubious - Suspicious, Obscure- Vague, Doubtful - 51. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Suspicious given word.
45. Select the most appropriate synonym of the ADVERSARY
(a) helper (b) assistant
given word. (c) rival (d) supporter
ADEQUATE SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) meagre (b) sufficient
Ans. (c): ADVERSARY- Synonym - 'Rival
(c) inept (d) unfit Meaning of other words–
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) Helper- Auxiliary
Ans. (b): Adequate - Synonym - 'Sufficient' Assistant- subsidiary
Meaning of other words– Supporter- Advocate
Meagre - Scanty, Inept - Incapable, Unfit - Unworthy 52. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
46. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. ANODYNE
(a) harmful (b) Benign
ALOOF (c) Gigantic (d) Hostile
(a) protected (b) steady SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) detached (d) rocky
Ans. (b): 'Anodyne'- Synonym - 'benign'
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (c): Aloof- Synonym – Detached Harmful - Detrimental
Meaning of other words– Gigantic - Huge
Protected - Safe, Steady - Firm, Rocky – Petrous Hostile - Enemy
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53. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 59. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Assemble ACCRUE
(a) Disband (b) Detach (a) Spread (b) Variety
(c) Address (d) Amass (c) Collect (d) Range
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d): Assemble - Synonym - "Amass" Ans. (c): 'Accrue' - Synonym - 'Collect'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Disband – Pluck Spread – Dispersion, Variety – Variation, Range –
Detach - Separate Category
Address - Lecture 60. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
54. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. ADJUSTMENT
AGILE (a) Cooperating (b) Balancing
(a) Nimble (b) Visible (c) Compromising (d) Coordinating
(c) Docile (d) Guile SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (b): Adjustment - Synonym - Balancing
Ans. (a): Agile– Synonym – Nimble Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Cooperating - Collaborate, Compromising - Resolve,
Visible – Manifest Coordinating - Adjust
Docile – Courteous 61. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Guile – Deceit given word.
55. Select the most appropriate synonym of the ALLURING
given word: (a) Deceitful (b) Distracting
ALTRUIST (c) Attractive (d) Cheating
(a) Individualist (b) Philanthropist SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) Nutritionist (d) Impressionist Ans. (c) Alluring – Synonym – Attractive
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (b): 'Altruist'- Synonym- Philanthropist Distracting – Ruffle, Cheating– Thuggery, Deceitful -
Meaning of other words– Beguiler
Individualist - Selfish, Nutritionist - Dietician, 62. In the following question, out of the given four
Impressionist - Expressionistic alternatives, select the one which best expresses
56. Select the most appropriate synonym of the the meaning of the given word.
given word. Abrupt
AFFLUENT (a) Deliberate (b) Gradual
(a) Destitute (b) Proficient (c) Sudden (d) Regular
(c) Wealthy (d) Impoverished SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (c): Abrupt - Synonym – Sudden
Ans. (c): Affluent– Synonym – Wealthy Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Deliberate – Intentional, Gradual – Slowly, Regular –
Destitute – Penniless, Proficient – Skilled General
Impoverished – Fortuneless 63. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
57. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. ANXIOUS
AURA (a) Elegant (b) Determined
(a) Colour (b) Shriek (c) Nervous (d) Bored
(c) Halo (d) Noise SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (c): Anxious - Synonym - 'Nervous'
Ans. (c): 'Aura'- Synonym - 'Halo' Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Elegant - Comely
Colour – Paint, Shriek – Scream, Noise – Clamor Determined - Firm
Bored - Sullen
58. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. 64. Select the synonym of the given word.
Assertion Aroma
(a) Continuation (b) Rejection (a) Sneeze (b) Stench
(c) Discussion (d) Declaration (c) Stink (d) Scent
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): Assertion - Synonym - 'Declaration' Ans. (d): Aroma - Synonym - 'Scent'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Continuation - Frequent Sneeze - Sternutation
Rejection - Abnegation Stench - Smell
Discussion - Debate Stink - Fetor
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65. Select the synonym of the given word. 71. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Awkward given word.
(a) Likable (b) Clumsy ADVANTAGEOUS
(c) Worthy (d) Scared (a) Unlucky (b) Adverse
SSC MTS–08/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Favorable (d) Crucial
Ans. (b): Awkward - Synonym - 'Clumsy' SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (c): Advantageous - Synonym – Favorable
Likable – Catchy
Worthy - Eligible Meaning of other words–
Scared - Fearful Unlucky - Ominous
66. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Adverse - Hostile
given word. Crucial - Important
Agile 72. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Dull (b) Stiff given word.
(c) Quick (d) Rigid ABANDONED
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Continued (b) Adopted
Ans. (c): Agile - Synonym – Quick (c) Initiated (d) Deserted
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Dull - Floppy Ans. (d): Abandoned - Synonym - 'Deserted'
Stiff - Harsh Meaning of other words–
Rigid - Tough Continued - Sustained
67. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Adopted - Adoptive
given word. Initiate - Begin
Accountable
(a) Blameless (b) Slack 73. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Unreliable (d) Answerable given word.
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) AFFLUENCE
Ans. (d): Accountable - Synonym – Answerable (a) Hardship (b) Poverty
Meaning of other words– (c) Wealth (d) Bankruptcy
Blameless - Innocent, Slack - Sluggish, Unreliable- SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Incredible Ans. (c): Affluence - Synonym - ‘Wealth’
68. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words–
given word. Hardship - Misery
Artful Poverty - Penury
(a) Artistic (b) Naive Bankruptcy - Insolvency
(c) Crafty (d) Creative 74. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) given word.
Ans. (c): Artful - Synonym - 'Crafty' ACCLAIM
Meaning of other words– (a) Censure (b) Praise
Artistic - Beautiful (c) Blame (d) Criticism
Naive - Simple SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Creative - Innovative
Ans. (b): 'Acclaim'- Synonym – 'Praise'
69. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. Meaning of other words–
ABSOLVED Censure – Condemn, Blame – Flaw, Criticism–
(a) scolded (b) Pardoned Review
(c) Punished (d) Boycotted 75. Select the synonym of the given word.
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) Apparent
Ans. (b): Absolved - Synonym - 'Pardoned' (a) Obsolete (b) Objective
Meaning of other words– (c) Obvious (d) Obscure
Scold - Admonish SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Punish - Chastise Ans. (c): Apparent - Synonym – Obvious
Boycott - Estrange Meaning of other words–
70. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Obsolete-Defunct, Objective-Purpose, Obscure-Vague
given word.
ANTHOLOGY 76. Select the synonym of the given word.
(a) Inheritance (b) Collection AGILE
(c) Legacy (d) Currency (a) Aggressive (b) Active
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Dull (d) Lazy
Ans. (b): Anthology - Synonym – Collection SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (b): Agile - Synonym – Active
Inheritance - Heritage Meaning of other words–
Legacy - Bequest Aggressive - Rampant, Dull - Boring, Lazy -
Currency - Money Sluggish
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77. Select the synonym of the given word. Ans. (a) : Blast (Explosion, Eruption), Synonym - Blow
APPARENT up (Acurate, explosion)
(a) Considerable (b) Doubtful Meaning of the other options-
(c) Obvious (d) Questionable Recall - Memorize
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Plead - Appeal, Peition
Ans. (c): Apparent - Synonym – Obvious Share - Part, Portion
Meaning of other words–
Considerable - Significant 83. Select the most appropriate synonym for the
Doubtful - Suspicious underlined word in the following sentence.
Questionable - Suspect She’s so benevolent that she can’t even harm a
78. Select the synonym of the given word. fly, let alone hurting someone.
ADORN (a) Gloomy (b) Unfortunate
(a) create (b) produce (c) Compassionate (d) Grudging
(c) generate (d) decorate SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : The synonym of the underlined word of the
Ans. (d): Adorn - Synonym – Decorate sentence, benevolent – (kind, friendly and helpful to
Meaning of other words– others) will be option (c) compassionate - (To recognize
Create - Build, Produce – Yield, Generate - the suffering of others and take action to help).
Proliferate Meaning possessed by other options –
79. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Gloomy – filled with melancholy.
given word. Unfortunate – Not favored by luck
ABSOLUTE Grudging – Displaying reluctance while doing or giving
(a) limited (b) complete something.
(c) partial (d) conditional
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I) 84. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
underlined word.
Ans. (b): Absolute - Synonym - Complete
Meaning of other words– She was completely baffled by his strange
Limited - Confined, Conditional - Organized, Partial - behaviour.
(a) unfazed (b) confused
Fractional
(c) angered (d) relieved
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
B Ans. (b) : The most appropriate synonym of the above
80. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word 'baffled' is 'Confused'.
given word. Meaning of other options –
Blunt Unfazed – Undaunted, Composed,
(a) Cheerful (b) Dull Angered – Annoy, Irritate,
(c) Valiant (d) Sharp Relieved – Glad, Grate full,
SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II) 85. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (b) : Blunt (edgless), Synonym - Dull (Boring) given word.
Meaning of the other options- Bargain
Cheerful - Hilarious, Glad (a) Disagreement (b) Gain
Valiant - Brave, Gallant (c) Dispute (d) Deal
Sharp - Intense, fast SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III
81. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (d): Bargain (Negotiate), Synonym- Deal
given word. (Business)
Baffle Meaning of the other options-
(a) Amaze (b) Enlighten Disagreement - Dissent, Discord
(c) Clear (d) Comprehend Gain - Benefit
SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I)
Dispute - Controversy, Fight
Ans. (a) : 'Amaze' (astonished) is the most appropriate
synonym of the given word 'baffle'. 86. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
The meaning of other options is – given word.
Enlighten :- make understand. Batter
Clear :- distinct. (a) Clash (b) Struggle
Comprehend :- get the meaning of something. (c) Beat (d) Fight
82. Select the most appropriate synonym of the SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
given word. Ans. (c): Batter (Strike, Hit), Synonym - Beat (Hit)
Blast Meaning of the other words-
(a) Blow up (b) Recall Clash - Struggle
(c) Plead (d) Share Struggle - Contend
SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I) Fight - Battle, Quarrel
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87. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 93. In the following question, out of the given four
given word. alternatives, select the one which best expresses
Bafflement the meaning of the given word:
(a) Clarity (b) Confusion Bewitched
(c) Pleasure (d) Cleanliness (a) Disgusting (b) Captivated
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III (c) Turn of (d) Prevent
Ans. (b): Bafflement (Confusion), Synonym-Confusion SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II)
(Perplexity) Ans. (b): Bewitched – Synonym – Captivated
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of other words–
Clarity - Lucidity Disgusting - Odious
Pleasure - Amusement, Happiness Prevent - Stop
Cleanliness - Neatness 94. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
88. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Brisk
given word. (a) Frugal (b) Languid
Bull-Headed (c) Quick (d) Sluggish
(a) Headstrong (b) Clear-headed SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) Muddle-headed (d) Weak-minded
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (c): Brisk- Synonym – Quick
Meaning of other words–
Ans. (a): Bull-Headed - Synonym, Headstrong
Meaning of other words– Frugal - Thrifty
Clear - Headed-Lucid, Muddle-Headed-Confused, Languid - Drowsy
Weak-Minded-Irresolute Sluggish - Lazy
89. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 95. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Banner Benevolent
(a) March (b) Protest (a) Miser (b) Cruel
(c) Poster (d) Rally (c) Malevolent (d) Generous
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Banner - Synonym - Poster Ans. (d): Benevolent- Synonym – Generous
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
March - Parade, Protest - Resist, Rally – Forgather Miser- Covetous, Cruel- Brutal
90. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Malevolent - Deceitful
given word. 96. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
BENIGN given word.
(a) favourable (b) malignant BENEFICIAL
(c) harsh (d) severe (a) Worthless (b) Harmful
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) (c) Advantageous (d) Adverse
Ans. (a): Benign - Synonym - Favourable SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words Ans. (c): Beneficial - Synonym – Advantageous
Malignant – Deadly, Harsh - Rigid, Severe - Drastic Meaning of other words–
91. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Worthless - Waste, Harmful - Detrimental, Adverse -
given word. Hostile
BEGUILE 97. Select the synonym of the given word.
(a) Disenchant (b) Hasten BOUNTIFUL
(c) Repulse (d) Deceive (a) Pretty (b) Religious
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) (c) Spiritual (d) Generous
Ans. (d): Beguile - Synonym – Deceive SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d): Bountiful - Synonym – Generous
Disenchant - Fascination, Hasten – Hurry, Repulse - Meaning of other words–
Expel Pretty - Lovely, Religious - Virtuous, Spiritual -
92. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Mental
given word. 98. Select the synonym of the given word.
BARREN BRITTLE
(a) Coarse (b) Enduring
(a) Fertile (b) Bountiful
(c) Delicate (d) Durable
(c) Desolate (d) Fruitful
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Brittle - Synonym – Delicate
Ans. (c): 'Barren'- Synonym - 'Desolate' Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Coarse - Knobby, Enduring - Lasting, Durable -
Fertile - Productive, Fruitful, Bountiful - Abundant Permanent
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104. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
C given word.
99. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Colloquial
given word. (a) Lexical (b) Conversational
Console (c) Prosodic (d) Linguistic
(a) Solace (b) Arteriole SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) Fret (d) Torment Ans. (b) : Colloquial (Informal), Synonym -
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) Conversational (talktive)
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate synonym of the given Meaning of the other option-
word 'console' is 'solace'. The meaning of other words is Lexical - Dicrionary, etymological
____ Prasodic - Poetic rhythm, metrics
Arteriole means- capillary Linguistic - Polyglot
Fret means- worry 105. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Torment means- Agony given word.
100. Choose the word that means the same as the Confuse
given word. (a) Puzzle (b) Disunion
Confirm (c) Compose (d) Admit
(a) Corrosion (b) Corroborate SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) Collision (d) Collaborate Ans. (a) : From the above word 'puzzle' is the same
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) meaning (synonym) as the word 'confuse'.
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate similar meaning for the The other options give different meaning.
given word 'confirm' is 'corroborate' Disunion :- the termination or destruction of union.
Meaning of other words - Compose :- compile, write.
Corrosion means- erosion Admit :- allow in, accept.
Collision means- concussion, crash 106. Select the most appropriate synonym of th
Collaborate means- Cooperate given word.
101. Select the appropriate synonym for the Competent
underlined word. (a) Unfit (b) Capable
Make sure that you always challenge yourself. (c) Overqualified (d) Unskilled
(a) Approve (b) Carry SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
(c) Place (d) Question
Ans. (b) : 'Capable' is the most appropriate synonym of
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) the given word– 'Competent'.
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate synonym for the The meaning of other options is–
underline word 'challenge' is 'question' which means Unfit :- unsuitable.
defiance'. Meaning of other words ___
Overqualified :- overexperienced.
Approve means- accept, applaud carry means bear.
Unskilled :- incompetent.
102. Choose the word that means the same as the
given word. 107. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Consecutive given word.
(a) Executive (b) Important Consequence
(c) Organized (d) Successive (a) Outcome (b) Begin
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I) (c) Origin (d) Start
Ans. (d) : The synonym of the above given word SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
'Consecutive' is Successive'. Ans. (a) : The most appropriate synonym of the above
Meaning of other options – word 'consequence' (result) is 'Outcome'.
Executive :- Managerial, Meaning of other options -
Important :- Vital, Begin - Induct, start up,
Organized :- Unified, Origin - Basic, Fount,
103. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Start - Seed, Outset,
given word. 108. Select the most appropriate synonym to
Commerce substitute the underlined word.
(a) Stream (b) Trade The weather forecast mentioned that there
(c) Class (d) Bank would be a cloud burst this afternoon.
SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I) (a) sandstorm (b) snowfall
Ans. (b) : Commerce (Business), Synonym- Trade (c) rainstorm (d) famine
(Market). SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (c) : The most appropriate synonym of the
Stream - Current, flow underlined word 'Cloud burst' is 'rainstorm'.
Class - Category, Group Other options give different meaning.
Bank - Edge, Coast Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
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109. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 113. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. Crooked given word.
(a) Twisted (b) Taken Colleague
(c) Admirable (d) Toasted (a) Distend (b) Co-worker
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) (c) Consult (d) Exempt
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate synonym of given word SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
'Crooked' is 'twisted'. Ans. (b) : The most appropriate synonym of the above
Meaning of other word- given word 'Colleague' (comrade) is 'Co-worker'
Taken - Contracted Meaning of other options –
Admirable - Plausible Distend – Expand, puff,
Toasted - Baked Consult – Discuss, Examine,
110. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Exempt – Loose, Immune,
underlined word. 114. Choose the word that means the same as the
In order to support countries with a concerted given word.
approach for an inclusive, and government-led Calibrate
assessment of post-disaster damaes, losses, and (a) Gauze (b) Assail
recovery needs, as well as the development of a
comprehensive recovery plan, the European (c) Gauge (d) Affront
Commission, the World Bank, and the United SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
Nation adopted the Post Disaster Needs Ans. (c) : Calibrate - Synonym - Gauge
Assessment (PDNA) process in 2008. Meaning of other word-
(a) Clear (b) Sustainable Assail – Attack
(c) Restricted (d) Complete Affront – Insult
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) Gauze – Smoke
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate synonym of the 115. Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the
underlined word 'comprehensive' is 'complete'. given word.
Meaning of other words- Compose
Sustainable - Renewable (a) Collect (b) Cuddle
Restricted - Limited (c) Confuse (d) Clutch
Clear - Apparent SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
111. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (a): Compose (Comprise), Synonym - Collect
underlined word in the following sentence. (Accumulate)
UNESCO is committed to protecting individual Meaning of the other options-
privacy and securing the personal information Cuddle - Embrace
made available to us when you visit unesco.org, Confuse - Baffle, Perplex
as well as UNESCO pages on other sites. Clutch - Grip, Hold
(a) devoted (b) inconstant
(c) disloyal (d) unfaithful 116. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV) given word.
Clandestine
Ans. (a) : In the above sentences, synonym of underline
word, 'committed' is 'Devoted'. Other options give (a) Blatant (b) Omate
different meanings. (c) Open (d) Undercover
Inconstant - unstable SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
Disloyed - faithless Ans. (d): Clandestine (Secret), Synonym- Undercover
Unfaithful - Betrayer (Covert, Hidden)
112. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of the other options-
underlined word in the given sentence. Blatant – Dominant, Potent
His conceit prevented him from accepting any Ornate – Adorn
criticism, even if it was meant to be Open – Unclock, Unclose
constructive. 117. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) modesty (b) cowardice underlined word in the given sentence.
(c) egotism (d) prejudice He was critically injured in the accident.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III) (a) Favourably (b) severely
Ans. (c) : The appropriate synonym of the underlined (c) trivially (d) Confidently
word 'conceit' is 'egotism'. SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II
other options contain following meaning–
Ans. (b): Critically (Seriously), Synonym - Severely
Modesty – Socially acceptable behavior/ quality of not (Gravely)
being too proud.
Meaning of the other options-
Cowardice – lack of courage/ A failure of character in
the face of a challenge. Favourably – Graciously
Prejudice – A partiality that prevents objective Trivially – Frivolous
consideration Confidently – Expectantly, Positivity
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118. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 123. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Caustic Challenge
(a) Acidic (b) Photogenic (a) Answer (b) Acceptance
(c) Basic (d) Soothing (c) Objection (d) Peace
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): Challenge - Synonym - Objection
Ans. (a): Caustic (Tart), Synonym - Acidic (Bitter, Meaning of other words–
Sour)
Peace - Silence, Answer – Reply, Acceptance - Assent
Meaning of the other options-
Photogenic – Attractive 124. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Basic – Fundamental given word.
Soothing – Calming Crust
119. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) Root (b) Core
given word. (c) Kernel (d) Shell
Callous SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
(a) Brutal (b) Problematic Ans. (d): Crust (Coat, Scale), Synonym– Shell (Shield,
(c) large (d) Humane Coat)
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I Meaning of the other options-
Ans. (a): Callous (Unkind), Synonym - Brutal Root - Source, Origin
(Ruthless) Core - Basic
Meaning of the other options- Kernel - Seed, Core
Problematic – Troublesome 125. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Large – Huge given word.
Humane – Kind CONSPICUOUS
120. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) evident (b) concealed
given word. (c) obscure (d) vague
Confront SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
(a) Mingle (b) Challenge Ans. (a): Conspicuous (Obvious, Visible), Synonym-
(c) Scheme (d) Conceal Evident (Apparent, Clear)
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III Meaning of the other options-
Ans. (b): Confront (Face), Synonym- Challenge Concealed - Secrete
(Defiance, Dare) Obscure - Unclear
Meaning of the other options- Vague - Ambiguous
Mingle - Conspire, Amalgamate 126. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Scheme - Plan, Project given word.
Conceal - Hide CONSEQUENCE
121. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) source (b) attraction
given word. (c) inception (d) outcome
Carnage SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
(a) Slaughter (b) Lust Ans. (d): Consequence (Result), Synonym- Outcome
(c) Plague (d) Revelry (Effect)
Meaning of the other options-
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I Attraction - Charm
Ans. (a): Carnage (Massacre), Synonym- Slaughter Inception - Beginning
(Killing, Murder) Source - Origin
Meaning of the other options- 127. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Plague - Calamity, Pestilence given word.
Lust - Desire, Erotic COMMENCE
Revelry - Celebration, Festivity (a) initiate (b) conclude
122. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (c) finish (d) cease
given word. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
Common Ans. (a): Commence (Begin), Synonym-Initiate (Start)
(a) Individual (b) Usual Meaning of the other options-
(c) Scarce (d) Particular Finish - End
SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III Cease - Close, Stop
Ans. (b): Common (General), Synonym - Usual Conclude - Deduce
(Normal) 128. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Meaning of the other options- given word.
CALLOUS
Individual - Personal (a) inaccurate (b) insensitive
Scarce - Scant (c) incredible (d) inexperienced
Particular - Special SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (b): Callous - Synonym - Insensitive Ans. (c): Chaste- Synonym – Pure
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Incredible - Unreliable, Inexperienced - Inexpert, Divine - Classic, Defiled - Profane, Liberated - Free
Inaccurate - Wrong 135. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
129. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. CONVERSE (Verb)
CONCEITED (a) talk (b) display
(a) arrogant (b) diffident (c) oppose (d) agree
(c) inferior (d) tentative SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a): Converse - Synonym- Talk
Ans. (a): Conceited - Synonym - Arrogant
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Diffident - Bashful Display- Show, Oppose- Stand, Agree- Accord
Inferior - Low 136. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Tentative - Inquiring given word.
130. Select the most appropriate synonym of the CONCISE
given word. (a) lengthy (b) detailed
CORDIAL (c) brief (d) complex
(a) cold (b) rude SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) friendly (d) aloof Ans. (c): Concise - Synonym - ‘Brief’
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (c): Cordial- Synonym – Friendly Lengthy- Long, Detailed- Extensive,
Meaning of other words– Complex- Complicated
Cold - Chill
Rude - Vulgar 137. Select the synonym of the given word.
Aloof - Separate CHRONIC
131. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) persistent (b) common
given word. (c) ordinary (d) temporary
CONDONE SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) impose (b) prevent Ans. (a): Chronic - Synonym - 'Persistent'
(c) forgive (d) forbid Meaning of other words–
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Common- General
Ans. (c): Condone - synonym - Forgive Ordinary- Normal
Meaning of other words– Temporary- Temporal
Impose - Inflict 138. Select the synonym of the given word.
Prevent - Stop COERCE
Forbid - Stop (a) pressurize (b) cajole
132. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (c) leave (d) enchant
given word. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
COVETED Ans. (a): Coerce - Synonym - 'Pressurize'
(a) despised (b) desired Meaning of other words–
(c) covered (d) renounced Cajole- Enticement
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) Leave- Renounce
Ans. (b): 'Coveted'- Synonym 'Desired' Enchant- Spellbind
Meaning of other words–
Despised - Disdain 139. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Covered - Impotent given word.
Renounced - Leave CONDEMN
133. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) denounce (b) commend
given word. (c) compliment (d) approve
CATASTROPHE SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) expansion (b) calamity Ans. (a): Condemn- Synonym - 'Denounce'
(c) restraint (d) prosperity Meaning of other words–
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Commend- Admire, Compliment - Praise, Approve -
Ans. (b): Catastrophe - Synonym - Calamity Favor
Meaning of other words– 140. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Expansion - Detail given word.
Restraint - Control CONTAMINATE
Prosperity - Affluence
(a) sanctify (b) cleanse
134. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. (c) purify (d) pollute
CHASTE SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) divine (b) defiled Ans. (d) Contaminate- Synonym - 'Pollute'
(c) pure (d) liberated Meaning of other words–
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) Sanctify - Redeem, Cleanse - Wash, Purify - Hallow

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141. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 147. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
COMPLACENT CONGENIAL
(a) discontent (b) aggressive (a) Aloof (b) Bombastic
(c) amicable (d) smug (c) Compatible (d) Servile
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) Complacent - Synonym – Smug Ans. (c): Congenial - Synonym – Compatible
Meaning of other word Meaning of other words–
Discontent - Chagrin, Aggressive - Rampant, Aloof – Separate
Amicable - Friendly Bombastic – Grandiloquent
142. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Servile – Sneaky
given word. 148. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Camouflage given word.
(a) Exhibit (b) Disguise CONSTRAINT
(c) Divulge (d) Expose (a) Concern (b) Control
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Hazard (d) Burden
Ans. (b) Camouflage- Synonym – Disguise SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (b): Constraint- Synonym- Control
Exhibit- Present, Meaning of other words–
Divulge - Evolve Concern - Anxiety
Expose - Unbare Hazard - Danger
Burden - Load
143. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. 149. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Climax given word.
(a) Preface (b) Epilogue COVE
(c) Culmination (d) Prologue (a) Crater (b) Pit
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Hollow (d) Bay
Ans. (c) Climax- Synonyms - Culmination SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d): Cove – Synonym - Bay
Preface - Prelude, Epilouge - Postscript, Prologue - Meaning of other words–
Crater – Delve
Preface Pit – Mine
144. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Hollow – Void
given word. 150. In the following question, out of the given four
CANDID alternatives, select the one which best expresses
(a) cruel (b) frank
the meaning of the given word.
(c) arrogant (d) sweet
Concession.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Denial (b) Protest
Ans. (b) Candid - Synonym- 'Frank' (c) Retrograde (d) Allowance
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Cruel - Brutal, Arrogant – Conceited, Sweet - Dulcet Ans. (d): Concession - Synonym- Allowance
145. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words–
given word. Denial - Negation, Protest - Resist, Retrograde - Fallen
CURRENT
(a) antiquated (b) uncommon 151. In the following question, out of the given four
(c) old (d) present alternatives, select the one which best expresses
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) the meaning of the given word.
Ans. (d) Current- Synonym- Present Cavalier
(a) Nobleman (b) Gentleman
Meaning of other words–
Antiquated - Ancient (c) Rude boy (d) Patrician
Uncommon - Unusual SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
Old - Decrepit Ans. (c): Cavalier – Synonym- Rude boy
146. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words–
given word. Nobleman – Aristocrat
COMBUSTIBLE Gentleman – Mynheer
(a) unbreakable (b) nonexplosive Patrician – Oligarch
(c) fragile (d) inflammable 152. In the followingquestion, out of the given four
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) alternatives, select the one which best expresses
Ans. (d): 'Combustible' - Synonyms- 'Inflammable' the meaning of the given word.
Meaning of other words– Commotion
Unbreakable - Non breakable (a) Fuss (b) Calm
Nonexplosive - Fireproof (c) Silence (d) Quiet
Fragile - Delicate SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (a): Commotion - Synonym- Fuss Ans. (a): Capable - Synonym – Competent
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Calm - Quiet, Silence - Peace Conceited - Arrogant
153. In the following question, out of the given four Complacent - Glad
Consistent - Relevant
alternative, select the one which best expresses
the meaning of the given word. 159. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Chagrin given word.
(a) Embarrassment (b) Delight Courage
(a) Meekness (b) Valour
(c) Pleasure (d) Happiness (c) Humility (d) Timidity
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): Chagrin – Synonym- Embarrassment Ans. (b): Courage - Synonym - Valour
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Delight - Happiness, Pleasure Meekness - Modesty
154. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Humility - Delicacy
given word. Timidity - Cowardice
CONTROL 160. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Reduce (b) Relieve given word.
(c) Resign (d) Regulate CALM
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) violent (b) peaceful
Ans. (d): 'Control'- Synonym - 'Regulate' (c) windy (d) stormy
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Reduce - Detract Ans. (b): Calm - Synonym – Peaceful
Relieve- Assist Meaning of other words–
Resign- Relinquish Violent - Furious
155. Select the synonym of the given word. Windy - Gusty
Confusion Stormy - Fierce
(a) Assurance (b) Muddle 161. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Devotion (d) Clarity given word.
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) Chaste
Ans. (b): Confusion - Synonym - 'Muddle' (a) Pure (b) Lustful
(c) Fascinating (d) Loyal
Meaning of other words–
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Assurance - Warranties
Devotion - Loyalty Ans. (a): Chaste - Synonym – Pure
Clarity - Lucidity Meaning of other words–
Lustful - Salacious, Fascinating - Delightful, Loyal -
156. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Faithful
given word.
Courteous 162. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Optional (b) Arrogant given word :
(c) Polite (d) Meritorious Contempt
(a) Respect (b) Approve
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Permit (d) Hatred
Ans. (c): Courteous- Synonym – Polite SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d): 'Contempt'- Synonym - 'Hatred'
Optional - Alternative, Arrogant – Conceited,
Meaning of other words–
Meritorious - Godly Respect - Regard
157. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Approve - Favor
given word. Permit - Allow
Chide 163. Select the synonym of the given word.
(a) Flatter (b) Commend Confine
(c) Approve (d) Rebuke (a) Liberate (b) Restrict
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Rescue (d) Release
Ans. (d): Chide- Synonym – Rebuke SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (b): 'Confine'- Synonym - 'Restrict'
Flatter - Cringe Meaning of other words–
Commend - Applaud Liberate - Release
Approve - Favor Rescue - Redeem
158. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Release - Discharge
given word. 164. Select the synonym of the given word.
Capable CONTRARY
(a) Competent (b) Conceited (a) Affiliated (b) Opposite
(c) Complacent (d) Consistent (c) Similar (d) Linked
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (b): 'Contrary'- Synonym - 'Opposite' (a) dismay (b) memory
Meaning of other words– (c) enchant (d) emotion
Affiliated - Allied SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Similar - Identical Ans. (c) : The most appropriate synonym of the above
Linked - Mixed given underlined word 'delight' is 'enchant.' Meaning of
165. Select the synonym of the given word. other options-
CURATIVE Dismay - Discomfort.
(a) Trembling (b) Damaging Memory - Souvenir,
(c) Feeding (d) Healing Emotion - Sensation,
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Ans. (d): Curative - Synonym – Healing
Meaning of other words– 170. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Trembling - Thrill given word from the sentence. Dangerous
Damaging - Hurtful The traffic police have released a safe advisory
Feeding - Nourishing advisory that driving without seat belts is risky,
beneficial, and fearful for human life.
(a) Risky (b) Beneficial
D (c) Safe (d) Released
166. Select the appropriate synonym for the SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III)
underlined word. Ans. (a) : The most appropriate synonym of the given
It was a distraction. word 'Dangerous' is 'Risky'.
(a) faith (b) conviction Meaning of other words-
(c) confusion (d) assurance Beneficial - Remunerative
SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III) Safe - Secure
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate synonym for the under Released - Liberated
lined word ' distraction' is 'Confusion'. 171. Select the word that is closest in meaning
Meaning of other words – (SYNONYM) to the word given below.
Faith means – confidence 'Decimate'
Conviction means – Reliance (a) mend (b) wreck
Assurance means – Guarantee (c) harbour (d) establish
Thus, the correct answer is option (c) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
167. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (b) : Decimate - Synonym - 'wreck'
given word. Meaning of other word-
Debased establish – Founded
(a) Corrupted (b) Unamenable harbour – Refuge
(c) Aggrandize (d) Amenable Mend – Improvement
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) 172. Select the word that is closest in meaning
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate synonym of the given (SYNONYM) to the word given below.
word 'Debased' (Dissolute) is 'corrupted'. DEPRESSED
Meaning of other options– (a) DOLEFUL (b) DYNAMIC
Unamenable – Incurable, (c) STURDY (d) NOISY
Aggrandize – Increase, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
Amenable – Responsible, Ans. (a) : Depressed - Synonym - "Doleful"
Hence, the correct answer is option (a) Meaning of other words-
168. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Noisy- Cheeky
given word. Sturdy- Strong
Deficient Dynamic- Mobile
(a) Insufficient (b) Distinct
173. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Distinct (d) Abundant underlined word in the given sentence.
SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III) The plan is to demolish the kitchen area and
Ans. (a) : 'Insufficient' (meager) is the most appropriate build a new room.
synonym of the given word 'deficient' (lacking). (a) curtail (b) forge
The other meanings– (c) raze (d) refurbish
Distinct :- separate. SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
Abundant :- copious. Ans. (c): The most appropriate synonym of the
169. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word 'Demolish' (Destroy) is option (c)
underlined word. 'Raze' (Dissipate).
During the summer of 1893, Miss Sullivan and Other options have different meanings-
I visited the World's Fair with Dr. Alexander
Graham Bell. I recall with unmixed delight Curtail – Mitigate
those days when a thousand childish fancies Forge – Counterfeit
became beautiful realities. Refurbish – Renovate
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174. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 179. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Despicable Disgust
(a) Commendable (b) Laudable (a) Dislike (b) Desire
(c) Contemptible (d) Desirable (c) Danger (d) Doubt
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (c): Despicable - Synonym - Contemptible Ans. (a): Disgust (Hate), Synonym - Dislike (Aversion)
Meaning of other words– Meaning of the other options-
Desirable - Pleasing, Commendable - Meritorious, Desire – Aspiration, Ambition
Laudable - Admirable Danger – Peril
175. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Doubt – Suspicion
given word. 180. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
DUO given word.
(a) Loan (b) Bond Defy
(c) Pair (d) Debt (a) Destroy (b) Abide
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I (c) React (d) Disobey
Ans. (c): Duo (Couple), Synonym - Pair (Match) SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (d): Defy (Neglect, Ignore), Synonym - Disobey
Loan - Debt (Contravene)
Bond - Restriction Meaning of the other options-
Debt - Due Destroy - Dissipate
176. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Abide - Adhere
given word. React - Respond
Decipher 181. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Calculate (b) Create given word.
(c) Interpret (d) Interrogate Deficient
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I (a) Challenging (b) Bold
Ans. (c): Decipher (Decode), Synonym- Interpret (c) Difficult (d) Lacking
(Explain) SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (d): Deficient (Lacking, Meager), Synonym-
Calculate - Estimate, Evaluate Lacking (Inadequate)
Create - Build Meaning of the other options-
Challenging - Difficult
Interpret - Inquire, Investigate Bold - Daring, Brave
177. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Difficult - Arduous
given word. 182. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Disrupt given word.
(a) Arrange (b) Injure Deliberate
(c) Organise (d) Breach (a) Disastrous (b) Unplanned
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II (c) Planned (d) Accidental
Ans. (d): Disrupt (Interrupt), Synonym- Breach SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
(Violation) Ans. (c): Deliberate (Intentional), Synonym - Planned
Meaning of the other options- (Willful)
Meaning of the other options-
Arrange - Organize Disastrous - Catastrophic
Injure - Hurt Unplanned - Unexpected, Accidental
Organise - Manage Accidental - Circumstantial, By chance
178. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 183. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Disseminate Destroy
(a) Facilitate (b) Merge (a) Demolish (b) Construct
(c) Circulate (d) Implement (c) Rehabilitate (d) Detach
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (c): Disseminate (Expand), Synonym- Circulate Ans. (a): Destroy (Decimate), Synonym - Demolish
(Spread) (Devastate)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Facilitate - Ease, Smooth Construct – Build
Merge - Meet, Sink Rehabilitate – Regenerate, Reconstruct
Implement - Execute, Apply Detach – Segregate
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184. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 189. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
DEFER DECEIVE
(a) Postpone (b) Match (a) cheat (b) withdraw
(c) provide (d) guide
(c) Balance (d) Conflict SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I Ans. (a): 'Deceive' - Synonym – Cheat
Ans. (a): Defer (Avoid/ Postpone), Synonym- Postpone Meaning of other words–
(Delay) Provide - Endow
Meaning of the other options- Withdraw - Recant
Match – Competition, Contest Guide - Leader
Balance – Equilibrium, Harmony 190. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
Conflict – Strife, Collision DISCONTENT
185. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) disobedience (b) dissatisfaction
given word. (c) dismissal (d) disconnect
Diffidence SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II)
(a) Confidence (b) Boldness Ans. (b): Discontent - Synonym - Dissatisfaction
(c) Meekness (d) Courage Meaning of other words–
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I) Disobedience - Defiance
Dismissal – Removal
Ans. (c): Diffidence - Synonym, Meekness Disconnect - Separate
Meaning of other words–
191. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Courage - Bold, Confidence - Assuredness, given word.
Boldness - Spunk DISPUTE
186. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) harmony (b) peace
given word. (c) quarrel (d) agreement
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
DELEGATE
Ans. (c): Dispute - Synonym – Quarrel
(a) possess (b) nominate
Meaning of other words–
(c) create (d) detain Harmony - Unison
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II Peace - Serenity
Ans. (b): Delegate (Representative), Synonym- Agreement- Contract
Nominate (Designate) 192. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Meaning of the other options- given word.
Possess - Own, Hold DESOLATE
Create - Build (a) protected (b) bleak
(c) inhabited (d) cultivated
Detain - Stop, Inhibit SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
187. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (b): Desolate - Synonym – Bleak
given word. Meaning of other words–
Deficiency Protected - Conserved, Inhabited - Habitable,
(a) Surplus (b) Excess Cultivated – Ploughed
(c) Shortage (d) Success 193. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II given word.
DESPISE
Ans. (c): Deficiency (Lack), Synonym - Shortage (a) adore (b) admire
(Scarcity) (c) abhor (d) approve
Meaning of the other options- SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Surplus - Extra, Additional Ans. (c): 'Despise'- Synonym - 'Abhor'
Excess - Superfluous Meaning of other words–
Success - Achievement Adore - Greet, Admire - Praise, Approve - Favor
188. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 194. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Detrimental DEVOUT
(a) revered (b) loyal
(a) Harmful (b) Friendly (c) pious (d) respectable
(c) Smart (d) Intellectual SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): Devout- Synonym - ‘Pious’
Ans. (a): Detrimental - Synonym, Harmful Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Revered - Respectable
Friendly - Amicable, Smart - Clever, Intellectual - Loyal - Faithful
Mental Respectable - Revered
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195. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 201. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
DEFER Dedication
(a) delay (b) despair (a) Contentment (b) Trepidation
(c) dictate (d) dread (c) Determination (d) Commitment
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): Defer - Synonym - ‘Delay’ Ans. (d): Dedication- Synonym – Commitment
Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words–
Contentment- Satisfaction, Trepidation- Anxiety,
Despair- Despond, Dictate- Fescue, Dread- Fear
Determination- Fixation
196. Select the synonym of the given word. 203. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
DUBIOUS given word.
(a) certain (b) fishy DISCOVER
(c) loyal (d) steady (a) neglect (b) find
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II) (c) hide (d) ignore
Ans. (b): Dubious - Synonym - 'Fishy' SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (b): Discover- Synonym-'Find'
Loyal - Faithful Meaning of other words–
Steady - Freeze Neglect - Dishonor
Certain - Sure Hide - Conceal
Ignore - Abandon
197. Select the synonym of the given word.
DRAG 204. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) rush (b) pull given word.
DEFIANCE
(c) push (d) rest (a) deference (b) assistance
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) (c) resistance (d) pretence
Ans. (b): Drag - Synonym - 'Pull' SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (c) Defiance- Synonym -'Resistance'
Rest - Comfort Meaning of other words–
Rush - Haste Deference - Respect
Push - Shake Assistance - Help
198. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Pretence - Splash
given word. 205. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
DISCERN given word.
(a) Daunt (b) Perceive DEROGATORY
(c) Neglect (d) Disregard (a) Favourable (b) Appreciative
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Sarcastic (d) Lethargic
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b): Discern - Synonym – Perceive
Ans. (c): 'Derogatory' - Synonym - 'Sarcastic'
Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words–
Daunt - Threaten, Neglect- Disregard, Disregard -
Favourable – Suited, Appreciative - Applaud,
Dishonor Lethargic - Drowsy
199. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 206. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
DISASTROUS DETERIORATE
(a) noisy (b) wicked (a) Enliven (b) Worsen
(c) calamitous (d) impressive (c) Fasten (d) Improve
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans.(c): Disastrous - Synonym – Calamitous Ans. (b): Deteriorate – Synonym – Worsen
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Noisy - Clamor, Wicked - Vicious, Enliven – Provoke
Impressive - Influential Fasten – Nail
Improve – Repair
200. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
207. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
DEFERENCE DESPONDENT
(a) Obeisance (b) Ignorance (a) Energetic (b) Neutral
(c) Contrast (d) Delay (c) Cheerful (d) Depressed
SSC CPO-SI–13/12/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a): Deference- Synonym - 'Obeisance' Ans. (d): Despondent- Synonym -‘Depressed
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Ignorance - Bullhead Energetic – Powerful
Contrast - Resist Neutral – Indifferent
Delay - Lateness Cheerful – Glad

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208. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (d) Deepen - Synonym – Intensify
given word. Meaning of other words–
Diligent Soothe - Calm
(a) Inattentive (b) Lethargic
(c) Weary (d) Untiring Neutralize - Vitiate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III) Relieve - Help
Ans. (d): 'Diligent'- Synonym - 'Untiring' 215. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Meaning of other words– given word.
Inattentive - Heedless DESTROY
Lethargic - Sluggish (a) Assist (b) Preserve
Weary - Languid (c) Restore (d) Ruin
209. Select the most appropriate of the given word. SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Delinquent Ans. (d): Destroy - Synonym – Ruin
(a) Rewarding (b) Despairing Meaning of other words–
(c) Charming (d) Offending
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III) Assist - Help
Ans. (d): 'Delinquent'- Synonym - 'Offending' Preserve - Protect
Meaning of other words– Restore - Return
Rewarding - Profitable, Despairing - Despond, 216. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Charming - Glamorous given word.
210. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Detain
given word. (a) Delay (b) Advance
DEPLETE (c) Permit (d) Allow
(a) Reduce (b) Complete
(c) Raise (d) Increase SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (a): Detain- Synonym- Delay
Ans. (a): 'Deplete' - Synonym - 'Reduce' Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Advance - Promoted
Complete - Total, Raise - Uplift, Increase - Rise Permit - Assent
211. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Allow - Permit
given word : 217. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Drowsy given word.
(a) Lively (b) Alert DUBIOUS
(c) Sleepy (d) Active (a) Certain (b) Doubtful
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Definite (d) Sure
Ans. (c): 'Drowsy' Synonym -'Sleepy' SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words–
Lively - Fancy Ans. (b): Dubious - Synonym – Doubtful
Active - Alive Meaning of other words–
Alert - Alarm Certain - Sure, Definite - Obvious, Sure - fixed
212. Select the synonym of the given word.
Dedicate
(a) Decide (b) Design
E
(c) Denounce (d) Devote 218. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III) given word.
Ans. (d): Dedicate- Synonym – Devote Enervate
Meaning of other words– (a) Devitalize (b) Arouse
Decide - Judge
Design - Creation (c) Boost (d) Invigorate
Denounce-Impute SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
213. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (a) : The most appropriate synonym of the above
given word. word ‘Enervate’ is ‘Devitalize’.
Demolish Meaning of other options –
(a) Repair (b) Taunt Arouse – Wake up,
(c) Reveal (d) Dismantle
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III) Boost – Stimulus,
Ans. (d): 'Demolish'- Synonym –Dismantle Invigorate – Fortify,
Meaning of other words– Thus, the correct option is (a).
Repair - Mending, Taunt - Ridicule, Reveal - Evince 219. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
214. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Esteem
Deepen
(a) Soothe (b) Neutralize (a) Excuse (b) Abuse
(c) Relieve (d) Intensify (c) Ridicule (d) Respect
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d) : Esteem (Honour), Synonym- Respect 224. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(Deference). underlined word.
Meaning of the other options- The committee wanted us to explain this in
Excuse - Pardon, Pretex detail.
Abuse - Rebuke, Misconduct (a) Collect (b) Elaborate
(c) Keen (d) Keen
Ridicule - Derision
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
220. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate synonym of the above
given word. underlined word 'explain' is 'elaborate'.
Eligible Meaning of other options -
(a) Efficient (b) Qualified Collect - Gather, Hoard,
(c) Sufficient (d) Disinterested Keen - Eager, Ardent,
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV) 225. Select the most appropriate synonym
Ans. (b) : Eligible (Capable), Synonym - Qualified of the given word.
(Deserving) Earnestly
Meaning of the other options- (a) Sincerely (b) Wordily
Efficient - Skillful, Adept (c) Verbosely (d) Ambiguously
Sufficient - Adequate, ample SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III)
Disinterested - Indifferent Ans. (a) : Synonym of 'Earnestly' is 'Sincerely'.
221. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words-
underlined word in the given sentence. Wordily - expansively
No one can exterminate poverty from this Verbosely - Prolixly
world. Ambiguously - Unclearly
(a) Plant (b) endure 226. Choose the word that means the same as the
(c) Secure (d) Eradicate given word.
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III) 'Enigmatic'
Ans. (d) : Exterminate (Osstruct), Synonym- Eradicate (a) Literate (b) Grumpy
(Abolist, root out) (c) Illiterate (d) Mysterious
Meaning of the other options- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
Plant - Tree, factory Ans. (d) : Enigmatic - Synonym - mysterious
Endure - Suffer, bear with Meaning of other words-
Secure - Safe Grumpy – Crabby
222. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Literate – Educated
underlined word in the following sentence. Illiterate – Uneducated
They put in their sincere efforts and were 227. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
lauded for their endeavours. underlined word.
(a) drop (b) efforts All branded shoes are priced extravagantly.
(c) passivity (d) fun (a) Modestly (b) Economically
SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I) (c) Expensively (d) Meagerly
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : 'Effort' (attempt) is the most appropriate
synonym of the underlined word 'endeavors'. Ans. (c): Extravagantly (Luxuriously, Sumptuously),
Synonym - Expensively (Costly)
The meaning of other words is–
Meaning of the other options-
Drop :- fall off.
Modestly - Politely
Passivity :- the trait of remaining inactive. Economically - Meagerly, Frugally
Fun :- merriment, playfulness.
Meagerly - Scantily
223. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
228. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
underlined word.
Extinct I don't know why she wears these eccentric
(a) Vanished (b) Living outfits.
(c) Active (d) Vibrant (a) Expensive (b) Elegant
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) (c) Bizarre (d) Lavish
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (a) : The appropriate synonym of the above given
word 'Extinct' is 'Vanished'. Ans. (c): Eccentric (Whimsical, Abnormal), Synonym -
Bizzare (Weird, Peculiar)
Meaning of other options - Meaning of the other options-
Living - Existing, Alive, Expensive – Costly, Precious
Active - Deedful, Effectual, Elegant – Delightful
Vibrant - Doddering, Quaky Lavish – Extravagant, Generous
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229. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 234. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Erring Enormous
(a) Blundering (b) Tidy (a) Ordinary (b) Limited
(c) Sloppy (d) Flawless (c) Massive (d) Expensive
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a): Erring (Gracious), Synonym – Blundering Ans. (c): Enormous (Huge), Synonym- Massive
(Dropped) (Gigantic)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Tidy – Clean Ordinary - Hackneyed, Mediocre
Sloppy – Muddy Limited - Bounded
Flawless – Faultless Expensive - Precious, Valuable
230. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 235. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Eventually Enjoyable
(a) Ultimately (b) Primarily (a) Delightful (b) Cloudy
(c) Originally (d) Initially (c) Bright (d) Beautiful
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a): Eventually (Finally), Synonym-Ultimately (At Ans. (a): Enjoyable (Amusing, Pleasurable), Synonym -
least) Delightful (Entertaining, Interesting)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Primarily - Mainly Cloudy – Dim, Hazy
Originally - Radically Bright – Radiant, Shiny
Initially - In the beginning
Beautiful – Lovely
231. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. 236. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ecstasy underlined word.
(a) Mourning (b) Appreciation We expended most of our savings on this tour.
(c) Bliss (d) Fantacy (a) encashed (b) enjoyed
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I (c) exhausted (d) earned
Ans. (c): Ecstasy (Bliss, Zeal), Synonym- Bliss (Joy, SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III
Pleasure) Ans. (c): The appropriate synonym for the underlined
Meaning of the other options- word 'Expended' (Spend, Pay) in the above sentence
Mourning - Grief, Sorrow will be 'Exhausted' (Weak, Feeble).
Appreciation - Admiration Other options have different meanings-
Fantasy - Imagination Encased - Inset
232. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Enjoyed - Delighted
given word. Earned - Acquired
Emblem 237. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Symbol (b) Expression given word.
(c) Problem (d) Refinement Eternal
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I (a) Balanced (b) Everlasting
(c) Limited (d) Faithful
Ans. (a): Emblem (Symbol), Synonym- Symbol (Sign,
Mark) SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (b): Eternal (Endless), Synonym - Everlasting
Expression - Manifestation (Perpetual)
Problem - Trouble, Difficulty Meaning of the other options-
Balanced - Fair, Unbiased
Refinement - Rectification, Purification Limited- Restricted
233. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Faithful- Reliable, Credible
given word.
Erect 238. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
(a) Topple (b) Lower EMERGE
(c) Raze (d) Raise (a) Aspire (b) Appear
SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I (c) Admire (d) Acquire
Ans. (d): Erect (Straight, Upright), Synonym - Raise SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(Lift, Elevate) Ans. (b): Emerge - Synonym - Appear
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the words-
Topple - Fall Aspire- Desire
Lower - Lessen, Reduce Acquire - Enlist
Raze - Tear Admire - Praise
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239. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (b) Exempt - Synonym - 'Exclude'
given word : Meaning of other words–
EFFICIENCY Hinder - Stop
(a) Fluency (b) Capability Reduce - Detract
(c) Tendency (d) Disability Prevent - Inhibit
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) 245. Select the synonym of the given word.
Ans. (b): 'Efficiency' – Synonym – Capability ENTICE
Meaning of the words- (a) ensue (b) entail
Fluency- Flow (c) enrage (d) entrap
Tendency- Leaning SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Disability- Inability Ans. (d) Entice - Synonym - 'Entrap'
240. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words–
given word. Ensue - Pursue
Enrage - Nettle
EMPHASIZE
Entail - Required
(a) repeat (b) draw
(c) stress (d) show 246. Select the synonym of the given word.
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) ENGULF
(a) encroach (b) enshrine
Ans. (c): 'Emphasize' – Synonym – Stress (c) entangle (d) envelop
Meaning of other words– SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Repeat - Encore Ans. (d) Engulf - Synonym - 'Envelop'
Draw - Exert Meaning of other words–
Show – Display Encroach - Supersede
241. In the following question, out of the given four Enshrine - Cherish
alternatives, select the one which best expresses Entangle - Confound
the meaning of the given word. 247. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Embargo given word.
(a) Barrier (b) Prescribe ENGULF
(c) Comfort (d) Justify (a) dry (b) uncover
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (c) neglect (d) inundate
Ans. (a): Embargo – Synonym - Barrier SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d) Engulf- Synonym - 'Inundate'
Prescribe – Ordain Meaning of other words–
Comfort – Rest Dry - Arid, Uncover- Uncoil, Neglect- Disregard
Justify – Confirm 248. Select the most appropriate synonyms of the
242. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. EFFICACIOUS
ENDEAVOUR (a) Effective (b) Impotent
(a) attempt (b) achievement (c) Voracious (d) Audacious
(c) result (d) success SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (a): Efficacious - Synonym – Effective
Meaning of other words–
Ans. (a): Endeavour – Synonym - ‘Attempt’ Impotent - Powerless
Meaning of other words– Voracious - Gourmand
Achievement – Cognition Audacious - Daring
Result – Outcome
Success – Pass 249. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
243. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
EXASPERATE
given word.
EXALT (a) Imitate (b) Desperate
(a) challenge (b) condemn (c) infuriate (d) Appreciate
(c) praise (d) extract SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (c): Exasperate - Synonym – Infuriate
Ans. (c): Exalt - Synonym - ‘Praise’ Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Imitate - Simulate, Desperate - Downcast, Appreciate
Condemn- Cencure Extract- Quote, - Esteem
Challenge- Defiance 250. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
244. Select the synonym of the given word. given word.
EXEMPT Enthrall
(a) hinder (b) exclude (a) Disgust (b) Free
(c) reduce (d) prevent (c) Mesmerize (d) Repel
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c): Enthrall - Synonym- Mesmerize (a) Lucid (b) Compatible
Meaning of other words– (c) Unintelligible (d) Equivocal
Disgust- Hatred SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Free- Liberated Ans. (a): ''Explicit''- Synonym - 'Lucid'
Repel- Setback Meaning of other words–
251. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Compatible - Relevant
given word. Unintelligible - Abstruse
ERODE Equivocal - Suspected
(a) fix (b) disintegrate 257. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) preserve (d) build given word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) Enunciate
Ans. (b): Erode – Synonym – Disintegrate (a) Confine (b) Create
Meaning of other words– (c) Articulate (d) Engage
Fix- Put SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Preserve- Defend Ans. (c): Enunciate - Synonym- Articulate
Build- Construct Meaning of other words–
Confine - Limit
252. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Create - Fabricate
given word.
Engage - Infliction
ENTANGLE
(a) exclude (b) clarify 258. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) implicate (d) release given word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) Enormous
(a) Puny (b) Tiny
Ans. (c): Entangle - Synonym- Implicate (c) Huge (d) Petty
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Exclude- Debar, Ans. (c): 'Enormous' Synonym - 'Huge'
Clarify- Explain Meaning of other words–
Release- Discharge Puny - Tiny
253. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Tiny - Lesser
given word. Petty - Flippant
EMBED 259. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) pull (b) bury given word.
(c) dig up (d) rise Exceptional
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) (a) Extraordinary (b) Usual
Ans. (b) Embed - Synonyms - Bury (c) Mundane (d) Common
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Pull - Draw, Dig up - Grub, Rise - Increase Ans. (a): Exceptional- Synonym ‘Extraordinary’
254. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words–
given word. Usual - General
EXPOSE Mundane - Cosmic
(a) hide (b) bury Common - Generic
(c) reveal (d) protect 260. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III) given word :
Ans. (c) Expose - Synonyms – Reveal Encumbrance
Meaning of other words– (a) Destroy (b) Despair
Bury- Inter (c) Obstacle (d) Stimulant
Hide- Conceal SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Protect- Defend Ans. (c): Encumbrance- synonym - 'Obstacle'
255. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words–
given word. Destroy - Abrade
ENRAGE Despair - Despond
(a) Infuriate (b) Alleviate Stimulant - Exciting
(c) Placate (d) Moderate 261. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I) given word.
Ans. (a): 'Enrage' – Synonym- 'Infuriate' Engage
Meaning of other words– (a) Dismiss (b) Settle
Alleviate – Reduce (c) Occupy (d) Release
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Placate – Console
Ans. (c): 'Engage'- Synonym - 'Occupy'
Moderate – Medium Meaning of other words–
256. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Dismiss - Depart
given word. Settle - Dwell
EXPLICIT Release - Discharge
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262. Select the synonym of the given word. 267. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Enhance given word.
(a) Reduce (b) Frighten Feeble
(c) Shrink (d) Improve (a) Unheedful (b) Weak
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Strong (d) Baneful
Ans. (d): Enhance - Synonym – Improve SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (b) : Synonym of the 'feeble' is 'weak'.
Reduce - Detract Meaning of other word.
Frighten - Startle
Unheedful – Neglected
Shrink - Hesitation
Strong – Powerful
263. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. Baneful – Calamitous
Eager 268. Choose the word that means of same as the
(a) Satisfied (b) Active given word. Faddish
(c) Keen (d) Alert (a) Unpopular (b) Phony
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Barge (d) Fashionable
Ans. (c): Eager - Synonym Keen SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d) : Faddish - Synonym - "Fashionable"
Satisfied - Contented Phony- Wrong
Active - Deedful Barge- Hoy
Alert - Warning Unpopular- Unpleasant
264. Select the synonym of the given word.
ELAPSED 269. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Persuaded (b) Ceased given word.
(c) Prolonged (d) Connected FINAL
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Allowed (b) Forbidden
(c) former (d) Concluding
Ans. (b): Elapsed - Synonym – Ceased
Meaning of other words– SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
Persuaded - Fiducial Ans. (d): Final (Last)- Synonym- Concluding (End,
Prolonged - Lengthy Finish)
Connected - Cohesive Meaning of the other options-
Allowed - Permit
F Forbidden - Taboo
Former - Erstwhile, Prior
265. Choose the word that means the same as the 270. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Fabulously
FLUKE
(a) Nominally (b) Fantastically
(c) Scantily (d) Scarcely (a) Contract (b) Chance
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II) (c) Policy (d) Plan
Ans. (b) : The synonym of the given word- 'Fabulously' SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
is 'Fantastically'. Ans. (b): Fluke (Coincidence), Synonym - Chance
Meaning of other words- (Luck)
Nominally- Ostensiblly Meaning of the other options-
Scantily- Meager, Scant Contract - Agreement
Scarcely- Hardly, Barely Policy - Scheme
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Plan - Project, Idea
266. Select the most appropriate word which is 271. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
nearest in meaning to the underlined word. given word.
One should follow the role models in life. Facility
(a) Emulate (b) Cherish (a) Happiness (b) Fitting
(c) Admire (d) Reward (c) Skill (d) Luck
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate nearest meaning for the Ans. (c): Facility (Convenience, Aptitude), Synonym -
word 'follow' is 'Emulate'. Skill (Talent)
Other meaning of words are - Meaning of the other options-
Cherish means - Treasure Happiness – Pleasure
Admire means - Praise, Applaud Fitting – Attachment, Connection
Reward means - Bounty, Prize, compensation Luck – Fortune, Fate
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272. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 279. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
FORTHRIGHT FUSE (verb)
(a) secret (b) tricky (a) correct (b) unused
(c) tactful (d) outspoken (c) break (d) combine
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d): Forthright (Candid), Synonym-Outspoken Ans. (d) Fuse- Synonym - ‘Combine’
(Explicit) Meaning of other words–
Meaning of the other options- Correct- Right
Secret - Clandestine Unused- Unusable
Tactful - Courteous Break- Unroot
Tricky - Devious, Crafty 280. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
273. Select the most appropriate synonym of the FURY
given word. (a) sorrow (b) anger
Forbid (c) cruelty (d) fright
(a) Close (b) Prohibit SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) Adieu (d) Encourage Ans. (b) Fury - Synonym - 'Anger'
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (b): Forbid - Synonym - Prohibit Sorrow - Pain
Encourage - Stimulate Cruelty - Atrocity
Close - Nigh Fright - Fear
Adieu - Leave 281. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
274. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. FASCINATING
FICTION (a) appealing (b) boring
(a) fantasy (b) fact (c) stupid (d) tiring
(c) truth (d) literature SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (a): Fascinating - Synonym - 'Appealing'
Ans. (a): Fiction - Synonym – Fantasy Meaning of other words–
Fact - Reality, Truth- Sooth, Literature - Letter Boring - Tedious, Stupid – Silly, Tiring - Exhausting
275. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 282. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
FOUNDATION FLOURISH
(a) base (b) top (a) Thrive (b) Shrivel
(c) structure (d) building (c) Wither (d) Languish
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a): Foundation - Synonym – Base Ans. (a): Flourish - Synonym- Thrive
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Top - Summit, Shrivel - Dwindle, Wither - Fade, Languish- Sluggard
Structure- Fabrication 283. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Building- Construction given word.
276. Select the most appropriate synonym of the FATIGUE
given word. (a) brightness (b) weariness
FLABBERGASTED (c) liveliness (d) freshness
(a) astonished (b) motivated SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) disturbed (d) terrified SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (b) Fatigue - Synonym - Weariness
Ans. (a): Flabbergasted- Synonym – Astonished Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Brightness - Gleam
Motivated - Propel Liveliness - Vividness
Disturbed - Break Freshness - Recency
Terrified - Horrified 284. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
278. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. FATIGUE
FASTEN (a) energy (b) tiredness
(a) halt (b) allow (c) lightness (d) warmth
(c) affix (d) hurry SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (b): Fatigue – Synonym – Tiredness
Meaning of other words–
Ans. (c): 'Fasten'- Synonym - 'Affix' Energy - Power
Meaning of other words– Lightness - Glitter
Halt - Stage, Allow - Let, Hurry - Haste Warmth - Ardency
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285. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (a): Foliage - Synonym – Greenery
given word. Meaning of other words–
FEIGN Firmness - Stability
(a) Foretell (b) Pretend Urgency - Longing
(c) Hinder (d) Instruct Foolishness - Stupidity
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) 291. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (b): Feign- Synonym – Pretend given word.
Meaning of other words– FESTIVITY
Foretell - Prophecy (a) Celebration (b) Foundation
Hinder - Stop (c) Calibration (d) Botheration
Instruct - Read SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III)
286. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (a): Festivity- Synonym – Celebration
given word. Meaning of other words–
'FLEETING' Foundation – Base, Calibration – Updo, Botheration –
(a) lasting (b) ready Anger
(c) momentary (d) complete 292. In the following question, out of the given four
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III) alternatives, select the one which best expresses
the meaning of the given word.
Ans. (c) Fleeting- Synonym- 'Momentary' Fickle.
Meaning of other words– (a) Cognizant (b) Unstable
Lasting - Stable (c) Accidental (d) Steadfast
Ready - Ripe SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Complete - Finished Ans. (b) Fickle - Synonym- Unstable
287. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words–
given word. Cognizant - Aware, Accidental - Casual, Steadfast -
Fortify Firm
(a) Secure (b) Harm
293. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Loosen (d) Neglect given word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I) Forgive
Ans. (a): Fortify- Synonym- Secure (a) Forget (b) Accuse
Meaning of other words– (c) Pardon (d) Compel
Harm- Loss SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Loosen- Slacken Ans. (c): Forgive- Synonym - 'Pardon'
Neglect- Slight Meaning of other words–
888. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Forget - Delude
given word: Accuse - Denounce
Fraudulent Compel - Coerce
(a) Repellent (b) Deceitful 294. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Prevalent (d) Genuine given word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) Former
Ans. (b): Fraudulent - Synonym – Deceitful (a) Inferior (b) superior
(c) Regular (d) Previous
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Repellent – Hateful
Prevalent – Current Ans. (d): 'Former'- Synonym - 'Previous'
Meaning of other words–
Genuine – Real Inferior - Junior
289. Select most appropriate synonym of the given Superior - Better
word. Regular - Steady
FURTIVE 295. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Positive (b) Secretive given word.
(c) Adhesive (d) Abortive FEROCIOUS
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II) (a) Gentle (b) Domesticated
Ans. (b): Furtive – Synonym - 'Secretive' (c) Tame (d) Fierce
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Positive – Cogent Ans. (d): 'Ferocious' - Synonym - 'Fierce'
Adhesive –Glue Meaning of other words–
Gentle - Noble
Abortive – Useless Domesticated - Retinue
290. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Tame - Pet
given word. 296. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
FOLIAGE given word.
(a) Greenery (b) Firmness Fundamental
(a) Trivial (b) Extra
(c) Urgency (d) Foolishness (c) secondary (d) Basic
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d): Fundamental- Synonym – Basic Ans. (b): Generic (Usual), Synonym - General
Meaning of other words– (Common)
Trivial - Niggard Meaning of the other options-
Extra - Spare Exclusive – Particular
Secondary - Subsidiary Individual – Personal
297. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Specific – Special
given word. 302. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
FRUITFUL given word.
(a) Useless (b) productive GRAB
(c) Barren (d) Juicy (a) lose (b) seize
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III) (c) free (d) offer
Ans. (b): Fruitful - Synonym - Productive SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
Meaning of other words– Ans. (b): Grab (Capture, Grasp), Synonym- Seize
Useless - Idle, Barren - Infertile, Juicy - Succulent (Hold, Catch)
298. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of the other options-
given word. Free - Release
Foyer Lose - Miss
(a) Kitchen (b) Verandah Offer - Proposal
(c) Bedroom (d) Lobby 303. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III) given word.
Ans. (d): Foyer - Synonym – Lobby Generic
Meaning of other words– (a) Definite (b) Specific
Kitchen - Cook house (c) Precise (d) Universal
Verandah - Parch SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Bedroom - Dormitory Ans. (d): Generic - Synonym - Universal
Meaning of other words–
G Definite - Certain, Specific - Distinct, Precise - Good
299. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 304. In the following question, out of the given four
given word. alternatives, select the one which best expresses
Glorify the meaning of the given word.
(a) Strengthen (b) Stupefy Guzzle
(c) Simplify (d) Praise (a) Sip (b) Imbibe
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) (c) Starve (d) Release
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate synonym of the SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
given word - 'Glorify' is 'praise.' Ans. (b) Guzzle – Synonym - Imbibe
Meaning of other options- Meaning of other words–
Strengthen - Sanction, Torrefy, Sip – Neck
Starve – Hungry
Stupefy - stultify, Astound, Release – Acquittal
Simplify - clarify, illuminate,
305. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). given word.
300. Select the most appropriate synonym of the GRADUAL
given word. (a) abrupt (b) uneven
Gloomy (c) continuous (d) hasty
(a) Deperssing (b) Comfortable SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) Bright (d) Intrepid Ans. (c): Gradual - Synonym- Continuous
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II Meaning of other words–
Ans. (a): Gloomy (Melancholy), Synonym - Depressing Abrupt - Sudden, Uneven - Random, Hasty - Eager
(Disappointing) 306. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Meaning of the other options- given word.
Comfortable – Convenient GAUDY
Bright – Shiny, Glossy (a) proper (b) simple
Intrepid – Bold, Dauntless (c) flashy (d) plain
301. Select the most appropriates synonym of the SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
underlined word.
Medicines should be ordered by the generic Ans. (c): 'Gaudy'- Synonym - 'Flashy'
name, not by the proprietary or trade Meaning of other words–
(a) Exclusive (b) General Proper - Advisable
(c) Individual (d) Specific Simple - Easy
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I Plain - Decent

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307. Select the synonym of the given word. 312. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
GARRULOUS given word.
(a) Talkative (b) Concise Haste
(c) Throaty (d) Guttural (a) Hurry (b) Delay
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Leisure (d) Rest
Ans. (a): Garrulous - Synonym - 'Talktive' SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
Meaning of other words– Ans. (a): Haste (Hurry, Rush), Synonym - Hurry
Concise- Brief (Quick)
Throaty- Husky Meaning of the other options-
Guttural- Jugular Delay - Procrastination
308. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Leisure - Vacation, Rest
given word.
GLUM Rest - Ease, Comfort
(a) Afraid (b) Dismal 313. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Bright (d) Nervous given word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) HARMONY
Ans. (b): Glum – Synonym – Dismal (a) unease (b) peace
Meaning of other words– (c) calmness (d) success
Afraid– Fearful, Bright – Radiant, Nervous– SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
Restless Ans. (b): Harmony (Unison, Adjustment), Synonym-
Peace (Silence)
309. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of the other options-
given word. Unease - Discomfort
GUILE Calmness - Serenity, Stillness
(a) Intuition (b) Surfeit Success - Victory, Triumph
(c) Deceit (d) Sincerity
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) 314. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (c): Guile - Synonym - 'Deceit' given word.
Meaning of other words– HOSPITABLE
Intuition - Instinct (a) unsocial (b) stingy
Surfeit - Excess (c) hostile (d) congenial
Sincerity - Reality SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
Ans. (d): Hospitable (Welcoming, Cordial), Synonym-
H Congenial (Compatible)
Meaning of the other words-
310. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Unsocial - Unfriendly
given word. Stingy - Miser
Humble Hostile - Enemy, Antagonistic
(a) Bold (b) Assertive 315. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Modest (d) Inactive given word.
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II HUGE
Ans. (c): Humble (Modest), Synonym – Modest (a) big (b) embrace
(Submissive) (c) far (d) small
Meaning of the other options- SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
Bold – Courageous Ans. (a): Huge (Massive), Synonym- Big (Enormous)
Assertive – Confident, Aggressive Meaning of the other options-
Inactive – Dormant Embrace - Cuddle, Hug
311. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Far - Afar
given word. Small - Little
Hasty 316. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Expeditious (b) Restricted given word.
(c) Laidback (d) Locked H AMPER
(a) restrict (b) absolve
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
(c) adhere (d) punish
Ans. (a): Hasty (Impatient), Synonym - Expeditions SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
(Quickness)
Ans. (a): Hamper (Hurdle), Synonym- Restrict (Inhibit)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other words-
Restricted – Banned Absolve - Adversary
Laidback – Relaxed, Calm Adhere - Soothsayer
Locked – Closed, Sealed Punish - Inflict
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317. In the following question, out of the given four 323. Select the synonym of the given word.
alternatives, select the one which best expresses Hate
the meaning of the given word. (a) Deny (b) Defer
Hound (c) Detest (d) Defile
(a) Critic (b) Migrate SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Beagle (d) Variable Ans. (c): 'Hate'- Synonym – Detest
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 Meaning of other words–
Ans. (c) Hound – Synonym – Beagle Deny - Negate
Meaning of other words– Defer - Avoid
Critic – Baleful Defile- Profane
Migrate – Emigrate 324. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Variable – Mutable given word.
318. Select the most appropriate synonyms of the HUMDRUM
given word. (a) Synchronic (b) Musical
HOSTILITY (c) Monotonous (d) Noisy
(a) sympathy (b) friendship SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) goodwill (d) enmity Ans. (c): Humdrum - Synonym -'Monotonous'
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (d): Hostility – Synonym - ‘Enmity’ Synchronic - Simultaneous
Meaning of other words– Noise - Clamor
Sympathy- Empathy Musical - Interlude
Friendship- Intimacy 325. Select the synonym of the given word.
Good-will- Gracious HANDY
319. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) Convenient (b) Easy
given word. (c) Funny (d) Nice
HIND SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) near (b) rear SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) first (d) front Ans. (a): Handy - Synonym – Convenient
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (b): Hind - Synonym- 'Rear' Easy - Simple
Meaning of other words– Nice - Lovely
Near- Nigh Funny - Queer
First- Primarily
Front- Afore I
320. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word: 326. Choose the word that means the same as the
HAUGHTY given word.
(a) Humble (b) Talkative Impede
(c) Arrogant (d) Quiet (a) Stalwart (b) Stampede
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) Sore (d) Thwart
Ans. (c): 'Haughty'- Synonym - 'Arrogant' SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words–
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate Similar meaning for the
Humble - Meek, Talkative - Chatty, Quiet - Calm given word 'Impede' is 'Thwart' (Transversal). Meaning
321. Select the most appropriate synonym of the for the other words–
given word. Stalwart means – loyal
HOLISTIC Stampede means – Rush, Haste
(a) dissimilar (b) superficial
Sore means – Bitter
(c) sketchy (d) comprehensive
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) These, the correct answer is option (d)
Ans. (d): 'Holistic'- Synonym – Comprehensive 327. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Meaning of other words– given word.
Dissimilar - Different, Superficial - Shallow, Sketchy Introvert
- Partial (a) Bold (b) Shy
322. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (c) Forward (d) Outgoing
given word. SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I)
Harass
(a) Molest (b) Assist Ans. (b) : 'Shy' is the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Comfort (d) Scare given word– 'Introvert' (turn inside).
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) The meaning of other words is–
Ans. (a): Harass - Synonym – Molest Bold :- Adventurous, fearless.
Meaning of other words– Forward :- ahead
Assist- Help, Comfort- Rest, Scare- Frighten Outgoing :- extrovert.
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328. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (a): Imminent (Adjacent), Synonym- Impending
underlined word. (Proximate)
The outcome document of the Rio+20
Conference, the Future We Want, underscores Meaning of the other options-
climate change as “an inevitable and urgent Ignorant - Unaware, Unwise
global challenge with long-term implications Distant - Afar
for the sustainable development of all Unyielding - Firm, Obstinate
countries”. Through the document, Member
States express their concern about the 333. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
continuous rising of emissions of greenhouse given word.
gases and the vulnerability of all countries, Inscrutable
particularly developing countries, to the (a) Inevitable (b) Indelible
adverse impacts of climate change. (c) Inexplicable (d) Incredible
(a) escapable (b) immemorable SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
(c) undeniable (d) adventurous Ans. (c): Inscrutable (Mysterious), Synonym -
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) Inexplicable (Inexpressible)
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate synonym of the above Meaning of the other options-
underlined word 'inevitable' is 'undeniable'. Inevitable - Indispensable
Meaning of other options- Indelible - Ineradicable
Escapable - Unnecessary, Incredible - Unbelievable
Immemorable - Unremarkable,
Adventurous - Venturesome, 334. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
highlighted word
329. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the underlined segment in the given He is inclined to stay with the present
sentence. organisation.
We must remember that what we teach our (a) declined (b) motivated
children is what we inculcate in them. (c) struggled (d) mystified
(a) endanger (b) import SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
(c) inspire (d) instill Ans. (b): Inclined (Sloping, Willing), Synonym-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I) Motivated (Inspire)
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence most appropriate option Meaning of the other options-
of underlined word 'inculcate' is 'instill'. Hence option Declined – Reject, Refuse
(d) will be correct answer. Struggled – Clash
330. Choose the word that means the same as the Mystified – Baffled, perplexed
given word. 335. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
INSTIGATE given word.
(a) Deterrence (b) Settle ISOLATED
(c) Raise (d) Complaisance (a) Open (b) Mingling
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) (c) Secluded (d) Included
Ans. (c) : Instigate - Synonym - Raise SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Complaisance – Politeness Ans. (c): Isolated - Synonym, Secluded
Deterrence – Redressal Meaning of other words–
Settle – Pause/Stop Included - Present, Mingling - Conspire, Open - Naked
331. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 336. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Intricate Irregular
(a) Basic (b) Complicated (a) Smooth (b) Common
(c) Painted (d) Developed (c) Uneven (d) Usual
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (b): Intricate (Complex), Synonym - Complicated Ans. (c): Irregular (Intermittent, Random), Synonym –
(Confusing, Baffling) Uneven (Dissimilar, Unlike)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Basic – Fundamental Smooth – Sluk
Painted – Tinted Common – General
Developed – Advanced Usual – Normal, Regular
332. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 337. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Imminent Investigate
(a) Impending (b) Ignorant (a) Supervise (b) Relate
(c) Distant (d) Unyielding (c) Examine (d) Calculate
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I
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Ans. (c): Investigate (Interrogate), Synonym - Examine 343. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(Inspect) given word.
Meaning of the other options- INTRICATE
Supervise - Inspect, Administer (a) Connected (b) Complete
(c) Complex (d) Colorful
Relate - Connect, Associate SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Calculate - Estimate, Evaluate Ans. (c) Intricate – Synonym - ‘Complex’
338. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of other words–
given word. Connected - Fitted, Complete - Finished, Colorful -
Immerse Shiny
(a) Immediate (b) Submerge 344. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Submission (d) Immoral given word.
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III INITIATE
Ans. (b): Immerse (Dip), Synonym – Submerge (a) show (b) start
(Overflow, Flood) (c) sign (d) slow
Immediate – Instant SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Submission – Courtesy, Humility Ans. (b): Initiate - Synonym - ‘Start’
Meaning of other words–
Immoral – Unethical Show- Display
339. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Sign- Singnal
given word. Slow- Gently
Integrate 345. Select the synonym of the given word.
(a) Assimilate (b) Disburse INDELIBLE
(c) Distribute (d) Separate (a) illegible (b) inerasable
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I) (c) ineffective (d) illegal
Ans. (a): Integrate - Synonym - Assimilate SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (b): Indelible - Synonym - 'Inerasable'
Disburse - Repay, Distribute - Dispense, Separate - Meaning of other words–
Apportion Illegible - Vague
340. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ineffective - Sterilized
given word. Illegal - Lawless
INTRIGUING 346. Select the synonym of the given word.
(a) monotonous (b) investigating INEPT
(c) simultaneous (d) gripping (a) Clumsy (b) fit
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) (c) strong (d) capable
Ans. (d): Intriguing - Synonym – Gripping SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (a): Inept - Synonym - 'Clumsy'
Monotonous - Prosaic Meaning of other words–
Investigating - Examine Strong- Firm, Capable- Eligible, Fit- Suitable
Simultaneous - Synchronic 347. Select the synonym of the given word.
341. Select the most appropriate synonym of the INARTICULATE
given word. (a) eloquent (b) incoherent
IMITATION (c) inevitable (d) fluent
(a) fake (b) genuine SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) real (d) original Ans. (b): : Inarticulate - Synonym – Incoherent
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (a): Imitation – Synonym - 'Fake' Eloquent- Elocution
Meaning of other words– Inevitable- Mandatory
Genuine – Real Fluent- Innate
Real – Actual 348. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Original – Pure given word.
342. Select the most appropriate synonym of the INIMICAL
given word. (a) Deliberate (b) Comparable
INSULT (c) Hostile (d) Influential
(a) apply (b) offend SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) offer (d) remove Ans. (c) Inimical - Synonym- 'Hostile'
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (b): Insult - Synonym -‘Offend’ Deliberate-Intentional, Comparable-Equivalent,
Meaning of other words– Influential- Impressive
Apply- Put 349. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Offer- Proposal given word.
Remove- Isolation INCREDIBLE
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(a) unnoticed (b) unwilling 355. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) disturbing (d) unbelievable given word.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) INTREPID
Ans. (d) Incredible - Synonym – Unbelievable (a) gallant (b) cowardly
Meaning of other words– (c) insecure (d) invisible
Unnoticed - Unaware, Unwilling- Unwished, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Disturbing- Nervous Ans. (a): Intrepid- Synonym- "Gallant"
Meaning of other words–
350. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Cowardly- Timid Insecure- Unsafe
given word. Invisible- Hidden
INTENSIFY
(a) destroy (b) strengthen 356. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) eliminate (d) terminate given word.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) IGNOMINIOUS
(a) wonderful (b) disgraceful
Ans. (b) Intensify - Synonym – Strengthen (c) innocuous (d) generous
Meaning of other words– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Destroy - Abrade, Eliminate - Delete, Terminate - Ans. (b): Ignominious- Synonym -'Disgraceful'
Abolish Meaning of other words–
351. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Wonderful- Amazing
given word. Innocuous- Unharmed
IGNOMINY Generous- Liberal
(a) morality (b) virtue 357. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) disgrace (d) esteem given word.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) INNUENDO
Ans. (c) Ignominy - Synonym – Disgrace (a) implication (b) evidence
Meaning of other words– (c) verification (d) proof
Morality - Decorum SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Virtue - Merits Ans. (a): Innuendo - Synonym- Implication
Esteem - Honor Meaning of other words–
352. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Evidence- Witness, Verification- Enquire, Proof-
given word. Vindication
INCESSANT 358. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) inconstant (b) intermittent given word.
(c) persistent (d) transient Idleness
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Energy (b) Industry
Ans. (c) Incessant- Synonym – Persistent (c) Cheerfulness (d) Lethargy
Meaning of other words– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Inconstant - Shaky Ans. (d): Idleness - Synonym- Lethargy
Intermittent - Discrete Meaning of other words–
Transient - Momentary Energy - Power
353. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Industry - Diligence
given word. Cheerfulness - Zeal
IDENTICAL 359. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) similar (b) legible given word:
(c) detailed (d) perfect Indomitable
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Accessible (b) Invincible
Ans. (a): Identical- Synonym – Similar (c) Justifiable (d) Changeable
Meaning of other words– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Legible- Readable Ans. (b): Indomitable - Synonym- Invincible
Detailed- Extensive Meaning of other words–
Perfect- Good Accessible – Obtainable
Justifiable – Rational
354. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Changeable – Unsettled
given word.
IDEOLOGY 360. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) contract (b) belief given word.
(c) mark (d) recognition INTERSPERSED
(a) Scattered (b) Met
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Collected (d) Wore
Ans. (b) Ideology- Synonym – Belief SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words–
Contract- Agreement Ans. (a): Interspersed- Synonym - 'Scattered'
Mark- Trail Meaning of other words–
Recognition- Identity Met - Converge, Collected - Gather, Wore - Put on
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361. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 367. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
INTEGRATE INTRICATE
(a) Disappear (b) Unite (a) Complicated (b) Simple
(c) Increase (d) Divide (c) Plain (d) Straightforward
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b): Integrate - Synonym - 'Unite' Ans. (a): Intricate- Synonym – Complicated
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Disappear – Vanish, Increase - Disappear, Divide - Simple - Easy
Plain - Decent
Split Straightforward - Apparent
362. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 368. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Insidious INTEGRATION
(a) Callous (b) Benevolent (a) Separation (b) Unification
(c) Crafty (d) Sincere (c) Segregation (d) Division
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Insidious - Synonym- Crafty Ans. (b): 'Integration' - Synonym – 'Unification'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Callous - Harsh Separation– Segregation, Segregation– Isolation,
Benevolent - Generous Division– Partition
Sincere - Honest
369. Select the synonym of the given word.
363. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Impolite
given word. (a) Intelligent (b) Brave
INSTIGATE (c) Rude (d) Irrelevant
(a) Instill (b) Stagnate SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Kindle (d) Imbibe Ans. (c): Impolite - Synonym – Rude
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (c): 'Instigate'- Synonym - 'Kindle' Intelligent - Wise
Meaning of other words– Brave - Hero
Instill - Blob Irrelevant - Futile
Stagnate - Extravasate 370. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Imbibe - Adsorb given word
364. In the following question, out of given four Inclination
alternatives, select the one which best expresses (a) Aptitude (b) Indifference
the meaning of the given word. (c) Repulsion (d) Aversion
Invade SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) Abuse (b) Ravage Ans. (a): Inclination - Synonym – Aptitude
(c) Trash (d) Shred Meaning of other words–
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I) Indifference - Apathy, Repulsion - Dislike, Aversion -
Ans. (b) Invade- Synonym- Ravage Malice
Meaning of other words– 371. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Abuse- Rebuke, Trash- Junk, Shred- Crumble given word.
365. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Impious
given word. (a) Irreligious (b) Devout
Infuriate (c) Skilled (d) Loyal
(a) Endow (b) Enhance SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Enrage (d) Engage Ans. (a): Impious - Synonym – Irreligious
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (c): Infuriate- Synonym – Enrage Devout - Godly, Skilled - Adept, Loyal – Faithful
Meaning of other words– 372. Select the synonym of the given word.
Endow - Provide, Enhance - Enlarge, Engage- Inflict INDUSTRIOUS
(a) Fruitful (b) Practical
366. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (c) Prompt (d) Diligent
given word. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Immense Ans. (d): Industrious - Synonym – Diligent
(a) Insignificant (b) Dull Meaning of other words–
(c) Minute (d) Massive Fruitful - Profitable, Prompt - Fast, Practical - Usual
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I)
373. Select the synonym of the given word.
Ans. (d): 'Immense'- Synonym - 'Massive'
IMPECCABLE
Meaning of other words– (a) Imperfect (b) Flawless
Insignificant - Frivolous, Dull - Tedious, Minute - (c) Smooth (d) Clean
Moment SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (b): Impeccable - Synonym – Flawless Ans. (b): Kinship (Consanguinity), Synonym -
Meaning of other words– Relationship (Connection)
Imperfect - Pending Meaning of the other options-
Smooth - Sleek Incompatibility – Inconsistency
Clean - Neat Partnership– Sharing
Viewership – Audience
J
379. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
374. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. KIT
JUST (a) Equipment (b) Information
(a) fair (b) favouring (c) Particle (d) Element
(c) courtly (d) partial
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): Just– Synonym - 'fair' Ans. (a): 'Kit'- Synonym - 'Equipment'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Favouring – Side Information - Intimation
Courtly – Decent Particle – Atom
Partial – Partisan Element - Part
375. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 380. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
JEOPARDY Knotty
(a) prevention (b) protection (a) Simple (b) Complex
(c) peril (d) promotion (c) Visible (d) Shriek
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) Jeopardy - Synonym – Peril Ans. (b): Knotty - Synonym - Complex
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Prevention - Detention
Protection - Security Simple - Easy, Visible - Clear, Shriek - Scream
Promotion - Boost 381. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
376. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Keen
JOVIAL (a) Dull (b) Blunt
(a) Jeering (b) Joyous (c) Eager (d) Adept
(c) Judgmental (d) Jealous SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (c): Keen - Synonym - Eager
Ans. (b): 'Jovial'- Synonym - 'Joyous' Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words–
Dull - Obtuse, Blunt - Morose, Adept - Efficient
Jeering - Droll
Judgmental - Decision 382. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Jealous - Hateful given word.
377. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Knave
given word. (a) Mundane (b) Common
Judicious (c) Rogue (d) Equivocal
(a) Prudent (b) Dull SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(c) Foolish (d) Unfair Ans. (c): Knave - Synonym - Rogue
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (a): Judicious - Synonym – Prudent Mundane - Cosmic, Common - General, Equivocal -
Meaning of other words–
Dubious
Dull - Floppy, Foolish - Stupid, Unfair - Undue
383. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
K Knit
378. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) Lucid (b) Kit
given word. (c) Weave (d) Tremble
Kinship SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
(a) Incompatibility (b) Relationship Ans. (c): Knit - Synonym - Weave
(c) Partnership (d) Viewership Meaning of other words–
SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I Lucid - Bright, Kit - Fiddle, Tremble - Shiver

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389. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
L given word.
Lethal
384. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) Lazy (b) Fatal
given word. (c) Beneficial (d) Slothful
Leap SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
(a) Run (b) Pile Ans. (b): Lethal (Deadly), Synonym - Fatal
(c) Peek (d) Hop (Dangerous, Harmful)
SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV) Meaning of the other options-
Ans. (d) : 'Hop' is the most appropriate synonym of the Beneficial - Advantageous, Favorable
given word– 'Leap'. Slothful - Sluggish
Hop means – to move by jumping on one foot. Lazy - Idle, Lethargic
The meaning of other options is– 390. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Run :- compete in a race. given word.
Pile :- bundle, pack LIBERTY
Peek :- glance, peep. (a) captivity (b) bondage
(c) freedom (d) slavery
385. Choose the word that means the same as the SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
given word.
Ans. (c): Liberty (Freedom), Synonym - Freedom
Laggard (Independence)
(a) Prompt (b) Hustler Meaning of the other options-
(c) Dawdling (d) Expeditious Slavery - Bondage
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) Bondage - Captivity
Ans. (c) : Laggard Synonym, Dawdling Captivity - Custody
Meaning of other words- 391. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Prompt – Expedite given word.
Expeditious – Fast LIVID
Hustler – Bookmaker, Jamester (a) furious (b) timid
386. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (c) mild (d) lively
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
given word.
Lacuna Ans. (a): Livid – Synonym – Furious
Meaning of other words–
(a) Apathy (b) Misfortune
Mild - Gentle, Timid - Sneaky, Lively - Fancy
(c) Languor (d) Hiatus
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I 392. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
Ans. (d): Lacuna (Lack, Blank space), Synonym- Leverage
Hiatus (Gap, Break) (a) Suggestion (b) Weakness
Meaning of the other options- (c) Conclusion (d) Influence
Apathy – Indifference SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Misfortune – Adversity Ans. (d): Leverage - Synonym - Influence
Languor – Fstigue Suggestion - Proposal
387. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Weakness - Acratia
given word. Conclusion - Apilogue
LULL 393. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Calm (b) Noise given word.
(c) Activity (d) Disturbance LOFTY
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III (a) towering (b) humble
(c) silent (d) plain
Ans. (a): Lull (Sooth), Synonym- Calm (Quiet) SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (a): 'Lofty'- Synonym - 'Towering'
Noise - Cacophony Meaning of other words–
Activity - Action, Act Humble - Meek
Disturbance - Disorder, Obstacle Silent - Tacit
388. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Plain - Homely
given word. 394. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Loathe given word.
(a) Abhor (b) Meddle LAMENT
(c) Abjure (d) Entrench (a) afflict (b) mourn
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I (c) torment (d) distress
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Loathe (Hate), Synonym - Abhor (Detest)
Ans. (b): Lament - Synonym - 'Mourn'
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of other words–
Meddle – Interfere Afflict- Smite
Abjure – Renounce, Abdicate Torment- Agony
Entrench – Establish, Settle Distressed- Afflicted
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395. Select the synonym of the given word. 401. Select the most appropriate synonym for the
LETHAL highlighted word.
(a) harmless (b) healthy His modest nature made all the difference.
(c) fatal (d) strong (a) dry (b) courageous
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) (c) horrific (d) shy
Ans. (c) Lethal- Synonym - 'Fatal' SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Harmless - Unoffending Ans. (d) : The most appropriate synonym for the
Healthy - Sane highlighted word 'Modest' is 'shy'.
Strong - Sturdy other words are –
396. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Dry means – Tedious
given word. Courageous means – Impudent
LOYAL Horrific means –Grueling.
(a) routine (b) devoted 402. Select the word that is similar in meaning
(c) varied (d) legal (synonym) to the given below
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) 'Malign'
Ans. (b) Loyal- Synonym – Devoted (a) Nihilistic (b) Insurgent
Routine – Common (c) Baleful (d) Radical
Varied – Different SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
Legal – Statutory
Ans. (c) : Malign - Synonym - 'Baleful'
397. Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the Meaning of other words-
given word.
LURK Insurgent → Rebel
(a) sing (b) prowl Radical → Fiery
(c) vibrate (d) tremble Nihilistic → Related to drug
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) 403. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (b): 'Lurk'- Synonym- 'Prowl given word.
Sing - Carol, Vibrate - Oscillate, Tremble- Shiver Maintain
398. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) Neglect (b) Ignore
given word. (c) Care (d) Release
Lavish SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
(a) Scarce (b) Bountiful Ans. (c): Maintain (Nurture, Preserve), Synonym - Care
(c) Simple (d) Austere (Concern)
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II)Meaning of the other options-
Ans. (b): Lavish - Synonym – Bountiful Neglect - Disregard
Scarce - Scrimp, Simple - Unpretentious, Austere- Ignore - Avoid
Simple Release - Liberation, Discharge
399. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 404. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
LUCID Mandate
(a) Confusing (b) Clear (a) Question (b) Request
(c) Ambiguous (d) Unclear (c) Enquire (d) Command
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (b): Lucid- Synonym – Clear Ans. (d): Mandate (Directive), Synonym – Command
Confusing - Jitter, Ambiguous-Dubious, Unclear- (Order)
Vague Meaning of the other options-
Question – Query
M Request – Urge
Enquire – Investigation
400. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 405. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Manifest Modest
(a) Apparent (b) Cryptic (a) Bold (b) Humble
(c) Natural (d) Concealed (c) Dismal (d) Grave
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III) SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : Manifest (Direct, Revealed), Synonym- Ans. (b): Modest (Gracious), Synonym- Humble
Apparent (Clear Evident) (Submissive)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Cryptic - Hidden Bold – Adventurous
Natural - Original, Real Dismal – Depressed
Concealed - Covered Grave – Serious
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406. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (a): 'Magnify' - Synonym – Enlarge
given word. Meaning of other words–
Malign Withdraw - Recant
(a) Approve (b) Benefit Shrink - Rumple
(c) Besmirch (d) Commend Decrease - Lack
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III 412. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (c): Malign (Harmful, Evil), Synonym - Besmirch given word.
(Sully) MASSIVE
Meaning of the other options- (a) honour (b) majority
(c) muscular (d) huge
Approve – Sanction, Permit SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Benefit – Advantage, Profit Ans. (d): 'Massive'- Synonym – Huge
Commend – Admire Meaning of other words–
407. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Honour - Reverence
given word. Majority - Plurality
Monotonous Muscular - Fleshy
(a) Eventful (b) Boring 413. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Momentous (d) Compulsory given word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II Mandatory
(a) optional (b) compulsory
Ans. (b): Monotonous (Dull), Synonym- Boring (c) secondary (d) free
(Humdrum) SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (b): Mandatory –Synonym- Compulsory
Eventful - Occurring Meaning of other words–
Momentous - Significant Optional - Alternate
Compulsory - Mandatory Secondary - Middle
408. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Free - Liberate
given word. 414. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
MALIGNANT given word.
(a) vicious (b) beneficial MAMMOTH
(c) loving (d) healthy (a) magnificent (b) miniscule
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I) (c) perilous (d) gigantic
Ans. (a): Malignant - Synonym - Vicious SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d): Mammoth– Synonym - ‘Gigantic’
Beneficial - Profitable, Loving - Sweet, Healthy - Meaning of other words–
Healed Magnificent- Superb, Miniscule- Tiny, Perilous-
409. Select the most appropriate synonym of the dangerous
given word. 415. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Mandatory given word.
(a) Unnecessary (b) Optional MALADY
(c) Imperative (d) Impervious (a) mischief (b) disturbance
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) (c) wickedness (d) illness
Ans. (c): Mandatory - Synonym - Imperative SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d): Malady- Synonym – Illness
Unnecessary- Useless, Optional - Alternate, Meaning of other words–
Impervious - Potent Mischief - Harm, Disturbance - Unrest, Wickedness -
Badness
410. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. 416. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Munch given word.
(a) Drew (b) Flew Miniature
(c) Chew (d) Burp (a) Diminutive (b) Mammoth
(c) Colossal (d) Gigantic
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Munch - Synonym - Chew Ans. (a): Miniature- Synonym – Diminutive
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Drew- Exert, Flew- Hover, Burp - Belch Mammoth- Huge, Colossal- Cosmic, Gigantic- Large
411. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 417. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
MAGNIFY MANUAL
(a) enlarge (b) withdraw (a) thesaurus (b) handbook
(c) shrink (d) decrease (c) directory (d) dictionary
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (b) Manual- Synonym - Handbook Ans. (a): Mandate- Synonym - Official-order
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Thesaurus- Lexicon, Dictionary - Vocabulary, Last trip– Destination
Directory- Catalogue Broken promise– Abandon
418. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Man-made – Artificial
given word. 424. In the following question, out of the given four
Meddle alternatives, select the one which best expresses
(a) manage (b) interfere the meaning of the given word.
(c) repair (d) elaborate Mince
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Reveal (b) Enlarge
Ans. (b) Meddle- Synonym- Interfere (c) Crumble (d) Maximize
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Manage- Run Ans. (c) Mince- Synonym- Crumble
Repair- Improve Reveal- Demonstration
Elaborate- Detailed Enlarge - Enhance
419. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Maximize- Utmost
given word. 425. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
MASQUERADED given word.
(a) Managed (b) Dropped Misfortune
(c) Acted (d) Disappeared (a) Benefit (b) Calamity
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) Support (d) Miracle
Ans. (c): 'Masqueraded'- Synonym - 'Acted' SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (b): Misfortune - Synonym – Calamity
Managed - Determinate, Dropped- Erring, Disappeared Benefit – Mileage
- Vanished Support – Adherence
Miracle - Marvel
420. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
426. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
given word.
MOTIF
(a) Creation (b) Reason Morbid
(a) Nasty (b) Prompt
(c) Purpose (d) Design
(c) Pretty (d) Lively
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d): 'Motif'- Synonym - 'Design'
Ans. (a): Morbid - Synonym - 'Nasty'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Creation – Building, Reason – Logic, Purpose – Prompt - Expedite
Motive Pretty - Scenic
421. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Lively - Fancy
given word. 427. Select the synonym of the given word.
MOROSE Massive
(a) Sullen (b) Cheerful (a) Huge (b) Weak
(c) Optimistic (d) Friendly (c) Tiny (d) Strong
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Morose– Synonym – Sullen Ans. (a): Massive - Synonym – Huge
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Cheerful– Glad, Optimistic– Sanguine, Friendly– Weak - Feeble
Kind Tiny - Puny
422. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Strong - Firm
given word. 428. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
MANDIBLE given word.
(a) Human (b) Praise Mock
(c) Glory (d) Jaw (a) Cheer (b) Taunt
(c) Praise (d) Amuse
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): 'Mandible'- Synonym – Jaw Ans. (b): 'Mock'- Synonym - 'Taunt'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Human - Earthborn, Praise– Admire, Glory- Majesty Cheer - Glad
423. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Praise - Admire
Amuse-Entertain
given word.
429. Select the synonym of the given word.
MANDATE
MITIGATE
(a) Official order (b) Last trip (a) Excuse (b) Improve
(c) Broken promise (d) Man-made (c) Moderate (d) Lessen
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III) SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
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Meaning of other words– alternatives, select the one which best expresses
Excuse - Motive, Improve - Repair, Moderate - the meaning of the given word
Medium Nudge
(a) Allow (b) Leave alone
430. Select the synonym of the given word.
(c) Poke (d) Withdraw
MELODIOUS
(a) Rhythmic (b) Rattling SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III)
(c) Tuneful (d) Doleful Ans. (c) Nudge- Synonym- Poke
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (c): Melodious - Synonym - Tuneful Allow- Permit
Meaning of other words– Leave alone- Alone
Rhythmic – Magnifier Withdraw- Recant
Doleful - Gloomy, Rattling - Stunning 436. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the one which best expresses
the meaning of the given word.
N Notorious
(a) Disreputable (b) Ethical
431. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (c) Honorable (d) Glorious
underlined word.
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
We had to move slowly through the narrow
alley. Ans. (a): Notorious– Synonym- Disreputable
Meaning of other words–
(a) Imminent (b) Dreary
Ethical – Moral, Honorable – Prestigious, Glorious –
(c) Maximum (d) Cramped
August
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
437. Select the synonym of the given word.
Ans. (d) : Narrow Synonym- Cramped (Confind NOMADIC
Limited) (a) Barbaric (b) Brave
Meaning of the other options- (c) Wild (d) Roving
Imminent - Adjacent SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
Dreary - Dull, Forlorn Ans. (d): Nomadic - Synonym – Roving
Maximum - Most, Utmost Meaning of other words–
432. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Barbaric - Wild
given word. Brave - Daredevil
Noble Wild - Wooded
(a) Normal (b) Ordinary 438. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Poor (d) Dignified given word.
SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II Nexus
(a) Aloof (b) apparent
Ans. (d): Noble (Honorable, Prestigious), Synonym - (c) Cohesion (d) Adhere
Dignified (Reputed, Distinguished) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (c): Nexus - Synonym - Cohesion
Normal - General, Ordinary Meaning of other words–
Ordinary - Mediocre, Common Apparent - Clear, Aloof - Separate, Adhere - Abide
Poor - Indigent, Impoverished 439. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
433. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Nomad
Numerous (a) Lively (b) Reduce
(a) Numbered (b) Few (c) Migrant (d) Weary
(c) Totalled (d) Several SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (c): Nomad - Synonym - Migrant
Ans. (d): Numerous - Synonym - Several Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Lively - Fervent, Reduce - Restrain, Weary - Dull
Numbered - Enumerated, Few - Some, Totalled - All 440. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
434. Select the synonym of the given word. given word.
Nebulous Nocturnal
(a) Stable (b) Faith (a) Honorable (b) Ethical
(c) Vague (d) Dearly (c) Nightly (d) Glorious
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) 'Nebulous'- Synonym - 'Vague' Ans. (c): Nocturnal - Synonym - Nightly
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Stable - Static, Faith - Believe Honorable - Decent, Ethical - Moral, Glorious -
Dearly - Gently Renowned
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441. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 446. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Nonchalant Occlude
(a) Barbaric (b) Stoic (a) facilitate (b) promote
(c) Concerned (d) Distinct (c) Abstain (d) Obstruct
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (b): Nonchalant - Synonym - Stoic Ans. (d): Occlude (Deter), Synonym - Obstruct
Meaning of other words– (Hinder)
Barbaric - Wild, Concerned - Related, Distinct - Meaning of the other options-
Isolated Facilitate – Case, Simplify
Promote – Encourage
O Abstain – Evade
447. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
442. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Obtrusive
Omnipresent (a) Pervasive (b) Exclusive
(a) Powerful (b) Unique (c) Prominent (d) Modest
(c) Contemporary (d) Universal SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II) Ans. (c): Obtrusive (Conspicuous), Synonym-
Ans. (d) : Omnipresent (Ubiquitous) - Synonym - Prominent (Renowned)
Universal (Global, worldwide) Meaning of the other options-
Meaning of the other options- Pervasive – Comprehensive
Powerful - Influential, Potent Exclusive – Special
Unique - Peerless Modest – Humble
Contemporary - Synchronize Present day 448. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
443. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Genial ostentatious
(a) Optimistic (b) Cheerful (a) showy (b) tasteful
(c) Despondent (d) Positive (c) sudden (d) quick
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (a): Ostentatious (Pretentious), Synonym – Showy
above given word 'Genial' is 'cheerful.' (Pompous)
Meaning of other options - Meaning of the other options-
Optimistic - Sanguine, Tasteful – Delicious
Despondent - Hopeless, Sudden – Unexpected
Positive - useful/definite Quick – Fast
444. Choose the word that means the same as the 449. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Obligation Overture
(a) Imperative (b) Loophole (a) Slander (b) Plunk
(c) Discharge (d) Quietus (c) Preamble (d) Conclusion
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
Ans. (c): Overture (Proposal), Synonym- Preamble
Ans. (a) : Obligation - Synonym - imperative (Prelude, Preface)
Meaning of other words- Meaning of the other options-
Discharge - Release Slander - Infamy, Defamation
Loophole - Hole Plunk - Throw, Peal
Quietus - Death Conclusion - Gist
445. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 450. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Obstruct Obvious
(a) Replace (b) Curb (a) Dull (b) Thick
(c) Release (d) Unclog (c) Clear (d) Vague
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I
Ans. (b): Obstruct (Hinder), Synonym - Curb Ans. (c): Obvious (Explicit, Evident), Synonym - Clear
(Restriction, Control) (Apparent)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Replace – Substitute Dull - Humdrum, Inactive
Release – Discharge, Emancipation Thick - Plump
Unclog – Open Vague - Obscure, Ambiguous
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451. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 457. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
OBLIVIOUS OPPORTUNE
(a) ignorant (b) attentive (a) rarely (b) likely
(c) obvious (d) sensitive (c) timely (d) barely
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Oblivious - Synonym – Ignorant Ans. (c) Opportune- Synonym -'Timely'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Attentive - Observant, Obvious - Manifest, Sensitive- Rarely- Perhaps, Likely- Suitable,
Sentient Barely- Scarcely
452. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 458. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. give word.
OBSTACLE OPULENT
(a) benefit. (b) clearance
(a) Virulent (b) Distant
(c) accessory (d) barrier
(c) Luxurious (d) Shabby
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) Obstacle– Synonym -‘Barrier’
Meaning of other words– Ans. (c): Opulent– Synonym- Luxurious
Benefit– Profit Meaning of other words–
Clearance– Regress Virulent – Spiteful
Accessory– Assistant Distant – Far
453. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Shabby – Poor
given word. 459. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
OFFEND given word.
(a) aid (b) annoy OPULENT
(c) assist (d) assuage (a) Sumptuous (b) Poor
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Economical (d) Depressed
Ans. (b) Offend- Synonym - 'Annoy' SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (a): Opulent– Synonym – Sumptuous
Aid- Relief, Assist- Help, Assuage- Soothe Meaning of other words–
454. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Poor – Penniless, Economical – Frugal, Depressed –
given word. Dreary
OPINION 460. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) view (b) wisdom given word.
(c) chance (d) sense OCCUR
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Hinder (b) Hasten
Ans. (a): Opinion - Synonym – View (c) Happen (d) Hamper
Meaning of other words– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Wisdom - Sagacity, Chance - Opportunity, Sense - Ans. (c): 'Occur'- Synonym - 'Happen'
Spirit Meaning of other words–
455. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Hinder - Stop, Hasten - Hurry, Hamper - Hurdle
given word. 461. In the following question, out of the given four
OSTENTATIOUS alternatives, select the one which best expresses
(a) distinct (b) complete the meaning of the given word.
(c) flashy (d) trusted Obligation
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Denial (b) Refusal
Ans. (c) Ostentatious- Synonym - 'Flashy' (c) Commitment (d) Declination
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Distinct- Isolated
Ans. (c): Obligation – Synonym – Commitment
Complete- Total
Meaning of other words–
Trusted- Believe
Denial – Reject, Refusal – Abnegation, Declination –
456. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Tilt
given word.
ORTHODOX 462. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) civilized (b) habitual given word.
(c) traditional (d) deliberate Obvious
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Vague (b) Various
(c) Flexible (d) Evident
Ans. (c) Orthodox - Synonym – Traditional
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of other words–
Civilized - Decent Ans. (d): Obvious - Synonym – Evident
Habitual - Used to Meaning of other words–
Deliberate - Consider Vague- Obscure, Various- Diverse, Flexible - Elastic

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463. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 468. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Optimist Precise
(a) Critic (b) Distinct (a) Ambiguous (b) Accurate
(c) Pessimist (d) Idealist (c) General (d) Vague
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): Optimist - Synonym - Idealist Ans. (b) : Among the given options, option (b)
Meaning of other words– Accurate – (Correct and exact and without any
Critic - Baleful, Distinct - Specific, Pessimist - Cynic mistakes) is the synonym of word 'precise' –( very
464. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Careful and accurate, especially about small details)
given word. Meaning of the other options are –
OBTAIN Ambiguous – Vague
(a) Achieve (b) Suppress General – Usual
(c) Inspire (d) Lessen Vague – Unclear
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I) 469. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (a): Obtain- Synonym – Achieve given word.
Meaning of other words– Prolific
Suppress - Stifle (a) Lazy (b) Unsuccessful
Inspire - Induce
lessen - Reduce (c) Productive (d) Unproductive
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : Option (c) Productive – (Providing a large
P amount or supply of something) will be the most
465. Select the appropriate synonym for the appropriate synonym of the given word
underlined word. I didn’t have time to give Prolific– (Producing a great number of something).
them proof. other options have following meaning -
(a) snap (b) guess Lazy – Sluggish
(c) evidence (d) charge Unsuccessful – Jejune
SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I) unproductive – Barren
Ans. (c) : The appropriate synonym of the underline 470. Select the most appropriate synonym for the
word ‘proof’ is ‘evidence’. underlined word in the following sentence.
Meaning of other options- The politician’s pompous rhetoric during the
Snap – Incision, campaign failed to garner much support from
Guess – Presumption, the public.
(a) Conciliatory (b) Benign
Charge – Huff, Imputation,
(c) Diplomatic (d) Supercilious
466. Select the most appropriate option that can SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
substitute the underlined word in the given
sentence. Ans. (d) : The most appropriate synonym for the given
underlined word 'pompous' (claptoap) is 'supercilious'.
She had an ability to persuade others.
Meaning of other options –
(a) suppress (b) halt
Conciliatory – Placatory, Appeasing
(c) outrage (d) impress
Benign – Good, Placable,
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I) Diplomatic – Ambassadorial, consular
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'impress' is most 471. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
appropriate synonym of underlined word 'persuade'. underlined word.
Hence option (d) will be correct answer. All the employees feel that continuing working
467. Select the most appropriate synonym of the there is perilous to their careers.
underlined word. (a) Helpful (b) Suitable
The Sustainable Development Goals are a call (c) Dangerous (d) Convenient
for action by all countries—poor, rich and SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
middle-income—to promote prosperity while Ans. (c) : The most appropriate synonym of the above
protecting the planet. underlined word 'perilous' is 'dangerous'.
(a) conceal (b) growl Meaning of other options –
(c) holistic (d) boost Helpful – Useful, Subsidiary,
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I) Suitable – Appropriate, Apt,
Ans. (d) : The synonym of the underlined word Convenient – Suitable, Handy,
promote – (To help something happen or develop) 472. Select the most appropriate synonym for the
is option (d) Boost – (To increase something in number, highlighted word.
value or strength) There were a plethora of options available to
Meaning contained by other words – the applicant.
Conceal – Hide (a) destructive (b) excess
Growl – Howl (c) insufficient (d) recess
Holistic – Integral SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, synonym of Ans. (d): Plausible (Believable), Synonym - Credible
underlined word "Plethora" is 'excess'. Other options (Reliable)
give different meaning. Meaning of the other options-
Destructive - Harmful Irresistible – Unstable
Insufficient - Inadequate Irrational – Illogical
Recess - Vacation Untenable – Changeable, Indefensible
473. Select the denotation of the highlighted word. 478. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
The archer doesn’t get perturbed easily. given word.
(a) Agitated (b) Triumphed Perilous
(c) Animated (d) Initiated (a) Dangerous (b) Impetus
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I (c) Secure (d) Stimulus
Ans. (a): Perturbed (Restless, Anxious), Synonym - SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
Agitated (Excited) Ans. (a): Perilous (Imperil) Synonym- Dangerous
Meaning of the other options- (Hazardous)
Triumphed – Succeed, Victory Meaning of the other options-
Animated – Live, Stunning Impetus – Encouragement, Inspiration
Initiated – Begin, Commence Secure – Safe
474. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Stimulus – Provocation, Encouragement
given word. 479. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Probe given word.
(a) Search (b) Motivate Pace
(c) Invite (d) Push (a) Target (b) Angle
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I (c) Speed (d) Corner
Ans. (a): Probe (Investigation), Synonym - Search SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
(Inspection) Ans. (c): Pace (Motion), Synonym - Speed
Meaning of the other options- (Momentum, Tempo)
Motivate – Encourage, Inspire Meaning of the other options-
Invite – Invitation Target - Aim
Push – Force Angle - Corner, Outlook
475. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Corner - Edge
given word. 480. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Paranoid given word.
(a) Committed (b) Convinced Precarious
(c) Trustful (d) Distrustful (a) Stable (b) Strange
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I (c) Insecure (d) Safe
Ans. (d): Paranoid (Suspicious), Synonym - Distrustful SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
(Mistrustful) Ans. (c): Precarious (Uncertain), Synonym - Insecure
Meaning of the other options- (Unsure)
Committed - Restricted Meaning of the other options-
Convinced - Persuade Stable - Steady, Constant
Trustful - Faithful Strange - Bizarre, Weird
476. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Safe - Secure
given word. 481. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Penniless given word.
(a) Broke (b) Reckless Promotion
(c) Cranky (d) Wealthy (a) Demotion (b) Endearment
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I (c) Elevation (d) Domination
Ans. (a): Penniless (Impoverished), Synonym – Broke SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III
(Poor) Ans. (c): Promotion (Advancement, Rise), Synonym –
Meaning of the other options- Elevation (Upgrading)
Reckless – Careless Meaning of the other options-
Cranky – Whimsical Demotion – Degradation
Wealthy – Rich Endearment – Affection
Domination – Supremacy
477. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 482. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Plausible Paranoid
(a) irresistible (b) Irrational (a) Impeccable (b) Suspicious
(c) Untenable (d) Credible (c) Insignificant (d) Patronising
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (b): Paranoid - Synonym - Suspicious 489. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Meaning of other words– given word.
Patronising - Protect, Impeccable - Errorless PERPETUATE
Insignificant - Trivial (a) Release (b) Prevent
483. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (c) Cease (d) Preserve
given word. SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
PRODIGAL Ans. (d) Perpetuate- Synonym - 'Preserve'
(a) talented (b) modest Meaning of other words–
(c) intelligent (d) wasteful Release- Discharge, Prevent- Stop, Cease - Intermit
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) 490. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (d): Prodigal- Synonym - Wasteful given word.
Meaning of other words– PITFALL
Talented - Genius, Modest - Humble, Intelligent - Wise (a) haven (b) retreat
484. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (c) hazard (d) refuge
given word. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II)
PERPLEX Ans. (c) Pitfall - Synonym - "Hazard"
(a) deceive (b) bewilder Meaning of other words–
(c) complex (d) surprise Haven- Shelter
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I) Element- Part
Ans. (b): Perplex - Synonym ‘Bewilder’ Refuge- Resort
Meaning of other words– 491. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Deceive-Cheat, Complex- Intricate, Surprise- Wonder given word.
485. Select the most appropriate synonym of the PATHETIC
given word. (a) powerful (b) plentiful
PRECARIOUS (c) purposeful (d) pitiful
(a) dangerous (b) abundant SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) valuable (d) premature Ans. (d) Pathetic - Synonym - Pitiful
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (a): "Precarious"- Synonym – Dangerous Powerful- Strong
Meaning of other words– Plentiful- Copious
Abundant - Copious Purposeful- Tenacious
Valuable - Precious 492. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Premature - Untimely given word.
486. Select the most appropriate synonym of the PEDIGREE
given word. (a) Mongrel (b) IIIegitimate
PENSIVE (c) Lineage (d) Forbidden
(a) Spontaneous (b) Spiteful SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) Reflective (d) Tragic Ans. (c): Pedigree - Synonym – Lineage
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (c) Pensive - Synonym - ‘Reflective Mongrel – Illegitimate
Meaning of other words– Illegitimate – Lawless
Spontaneous - Instincive, Spiteful - Malicious, Tragic - Forbidden – Taboo
Fierce 493. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
487. Select the synonym of the given word. given word.
PREVALENT PENURY
(a) unusual (b) common (a) Poverty (b) Compatibility
(c) rare (d) different (c) Temporality (d) Readability
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) Prevalent - Synonym- 'Common'- Ans. (a): Penury - Synonym – Poverty
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Unusual - Abnormal Compatibility- Fitness, Temporality – Secularism
Different - Apart Readability – Legibility
Rare - Strange 494. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
488. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Prodigious
PARSIMONY (a) immense (b) unimportant
(a) readiness (b) bounty (c) proud (d) exciting
(c) generosity (d) frugality SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (a): Prodigious- Synonym - 'Immense'
Ans. (d) Parsimony- Synonym - 'Frugality' Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Unimportant - Small
Readiness- Alacrity, Bounty- Leniency, Generosity- Proud - Haughty
Innocuity Exciting - Stimulant
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495. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 501. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
PERSECUTION POPULAR
(a) Oppression (b) Perfection (a) Particular (b) untidy
(c) Stimulation (d) Affliction (c) specific (d) favourite
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Persecution– Synonym – Oppression Ans. (d): 'Popular'- Synonym- Favourite
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Perfection – Fullness, Stimulation– Excitement, Particular - Special
Affection– Friendship Untidy - Dirty
496. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Specific - Distinct
given word.
PREJUDICE 502. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Tolerance (b) Advantage given word.
(c) Bias (d) Justice Proclaim
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II) (a) Oppose (b) Produce
Ans. (c): Prejudice– Synonym – Bias (c) Declare (d) Conceal
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Tolerance – Patience Ans. (c): Proclaim - Synonym – Declare
Advantage– Benefit Meaning of other words–
Justice– Right Oppose - Stand
497. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Produce - Yield
given word. Conceal - Hide
PLEASANT 503. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Tedious (b) Tiresome given word
(c) Refreshing (d) Exasperating
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) Persuade
(a) Halt (b) Deplete
Ans. (c): Pleasant– Synonym – Refreshing (c) Coax (d) Impose
Meaning of other words–
Tedious– Sluggish, Exasperating– Odious, Tiresome– SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Exhausting Ans. (c) Persuade - Synonym – Coax
498. In the following question, out of the given four Meaning of other words–
alternatives, select the one which best expresses Halt - Stage
the meaning of the given word. Deplete - Deplenish
Proscribe Impose - Inflict
(a) Admit (b) Ban 504. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Praise (d) Include given word.
SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I) Prodigy
Ans. (b): Proscribe– Synonym – Ban (a) Anger (b) Tranquil
Meaning of other words– (c) Genius (d) Plight
Praise– Admire, Include- Comprise, Admit- Concede SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
499. In the following question out of the given four Ans. (c): Prodigy - Synonym – Genius
alternatives, select the one which best expresses Meaning of other words–
the meaning of the given word Anger - Rage, Tranquil - Calm, Plight - Hell
Perish
(a) Energize (b) Revive 505. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Refresh (d) Decease given word.
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III) Profuse
Ans. (d) Perish - Synonym- 'Decease' (a) Thrifty (b) Scarce
Meaning of other words– (c) Plenty (d) Sparse
Energize- Activate SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Revive- Enchant Ans. (c): Profuse - Synonym - 'Plenty'
Refresh- Cheer Meaning of other words–
500. In the following question out of the given four Thrifty - Frugal, Scarce - Less, Sparse - Rare
alternatives, select the one which best expresses 506. Select the synonym of the given word.
the meaning of the given word PRECISE
Panic (a) Ambiguous (b) Inaccurate
(a) Calm (b) Contentment (c) Accurate (d) Erroneous
(c) Confidence (d) Frenzy
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III) SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) Panic- Synonym- Frenzy Ans. (c): Precise - Synonym – Accurate
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Calm- Quiet, Contentment- Satisfaction, Confidence- Ambiguous - Vague, Inaccurate - Wrong, Erroneous
Adventure - Incorrect
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507. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 513. Select the most appropriate synonym to
given word. substitute the bracketed word in the given
Queer sentence.
(a) Strange (b) Expedite In the twentieth century, many (radical)
(c) Ordinary (d) Valid intellectuals embraced the mass media.
SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II) (a) sabbatical (b) egotistical
Ans. (a) : 'Strange' (weird) is the most appropriate (c) sceptical (d) fanatical
synonym of the given word 'Queer'. SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
The meaning of the other options is– Ans. (d) : The most appropriate synonym to substitute
Expedite :- hasten, speed up the progress. the bracketed word 'Radical' is 'Fanatical' which means
Ordinary :- common. Dogmatic.
Valid :- legitimate Other words are____
Hence option (a) is correct answer. Sabbatical means- vacation
508. Select the most appropriate synonym of the egotistical means- self centred
given word. sceptical means- dubious
QUEST Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(a) search (b) path
(c) destination (d) route 514. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I) underlined word.
Ans. (a): Quest- Synonym – Search Demand for water is also rapidly rising due to
Meaning of other words– population growth, urbanisation and
Destination- Target increasing pressures from the agriculture and
Route- Path energy sector.
Path- way (a) leisurely (b) hopefully
509. Select the synonym of the given word. (c) promptly (d) luxuriously
Quarrelsome SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
(a) Pragmatic (b) Querulous Ans. (c) : Option (c) Promptly – (Immediately : without
(c) Ambiguous (d) Opaque delay; Punctually) is synonym of the underlined word
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I)
'Rapidly' – (very quickly, at a great rate) given in the
Ans. (b): 'Quarrelsome' - Synonym - 'Querulous' sentence.
Meaning of other words–
Pragmatic - Practical, Ambiguous - Vague, Opaque - Meaning expressed by other options.–
Implicit Leisurely – Slowly
510. Select the most appropriate synonym of the hopefully – Optimistically
given word. Luxuriously – Affluently
Quell 515. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Incite (b) Aggravate given word.
(c) Soothe (d) Raze Resentment
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) (a) Happiness (b) Calmness
Ans. (c): Quell - Synonym - Soothe (c) Relaxation (d) Anger
Meaning of other words– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
Incite - Agitate, Aggravate - Foment, Raze – Tear
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate synonym of the
511. Select the most appropriate synonym of the above given word 'Resentment' is 'Anger'.
given word.
Quench Meaning of other option –
(a) Quell (b) Review Happiness – Delight, pleasure,
(c) Persuade (d) Extinguish Calmness – peace, serenity,
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) Relaxation – Rest, Remission,
Ans. (d): Quench - Synonym - Extinguish Hence, the correct option is (d)
Meaning of other words– 516. Choose the word that means the same as the
Quell - Soothe, Review - Observe, Persuade - Coax given word.
512. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 'Ridicule'
given word. (a) Pathology (b) Resolute
Quotidian (c) Derision (d) Derivation
(a) Unsure (b) reprimand
(c) Ordinary (d) Query SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (c) : Ridicule , Synonym , 'Derision'
Ans. (c): Quotidian - Synonym - Ordinary Meaning of other word-
Meaning of other words– Pathology – The scientific study of diseases
Unsure - Unstable, Reprimand - Rebuke, Query - Resolute – Determined
Question Derivation – The origin of something
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517. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 522. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Retrieve Redundant
(a) Remove (b) Retain (a) Superfluous (b) Ignorant
(c) Rescue (d) Recover (c) Essential (d) Arrogant
SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (d): Retrieve (Recapture), Synonym – Recover Ans. (a): Redundant (Noodles), Synonym - Superfluous
(Convalesce, Improve) (Unnecessary)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Remove – Eliminate, Abolish Ignorant- Unaware, Unwise
Retain – Preserve, Keep Essential- Necessary, Compulsory
Rescue – Save Arrogant - Conceited, Haughty
518. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 523. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Recommend Retaliate
(a) Adhere (b) Oppose (a) Rotate (b) react
(c) Approve (d) Reward
(c) Clap (d) Facilitate
SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (c): Recommend (Suggest, Prescribe), Synonym - SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
Approve (Permit) Ans. (b): Retaliate (Respond), Synonym – React (Act,
Meaning of the other options- Behave)
Adhere - Abide Meaning of the other options-
Oppose - Resist Rotate - Revolve, Spin
Reward - Prize, Regalia
Clap - Applaud
519. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. Facilitate - Ease
Refuge 524. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Entrance (b) Shelter given word.
(c) Admit (d) Arrival Ravenous
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II (a) Satiated (b) Starved
Ans. (b): Refuge (Asylum), Synonym - Shelter (c) Full (d) Content
(Sanctuary) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (b): Ravenous (Various), Synonym – Starved
Entrance - Entry (Famished)
Admit - Accept Meaning of the other options-
Arrival - Advent Satiated – Satisfy
Full – Brimming, Entire
520. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. Content – Gratified
Random 526. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Definite (b) Continuous given word.
(c) Systematic (d) Chance Resplendent
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I (a) Dazzling (b) Withered
(c) Dull (d) Unattractive
Ans. (d): Random (Haphazard), Synonym - Chance SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(Coincidence)
Ans. (a): Resplendent - Synonym - Dazzling
Meaning of the other options-
Meaning of other words–
Definite – Certain Withered - Hipped, Dull - Sluggish, Unattractive -
Continuous – Uninterrupted
Wierd
Systematic – Orderly
527. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
521. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. RELEASE
Retaliate
(a) Facilitate (b) react (a) Acquit (b) Retain
(c) Rotate (d) Clap (c) Confine (d) Restrain
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (b): Retaliate (Respond), Synonym – React (Act, Ans. (a): Release (Free, Emancipation), Synonym–
Behave) Acquit (Exonerate, Absolve)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Facilitate – Ease Retain - Preserve, Sustain
Rotate – Revolve Confine - Bound
Clap – Applaud Restrain - Limit

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528. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 534. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Regime RENOWN
(a) Space (b) Country (a) obscurity (b) fame
(c) Rule (d) Territory (c) wisdom (d) conceit
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): Regime - Synonym - Rule Ans. (b) 'Renown' - Synonym - 'Fame'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Space - Place, Country - Province, Territory - Area Obscurity - Darkness
529. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Wisdom - Intelligence
given word : Conceit - Pride
REVIVE 535. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Review (b) Depress given word.
(c) Restore (d) Damage RETICENT
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (a) silent (b) garrulous
Ans. (c): Revive – Synonym – Restore (c) extrovert (d) confident
Meaning of other words– SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Review - Observe Ans. (a): Reticent- Synonym -'Silent'
Depress - Press Meaning of other words–
Damage - Injury Garrulous – Talkative
530. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Extrovert – Extrorse
given word. Confident – Guaranteed
RAMIFICATION 536. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Source (b) Consequence given word.
(c) Satisfaction (d) Inception REPUDIATE
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (a) enforce (b) sanction
Ans. (b): 'Ramification' Synonym – Consequence (c) regret (d) renounce
Meaning of other words– SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Source - Origin Ans. (d): Repudiate - Synonym -'Renounce'
Satisfaction - Content Meaning of other words–
Inception - Threshold Enforce- Apply
531. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Sanction- Limit
given word. Regret- Deplore
Robust 537. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) fragile (b) healthy given word.
(c) incapable (d) delicable REDUNDANT
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I) (a) uninterested (b) unsuitable
Ans. (b): Robust - Synonym- Healthy (c) unnecessary (d) unparalleled
Meaning of other words– SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Fragile - Delicate Ans. (c) Redundant - Synonym – Unnecessary
Incapable - Unable Meaning of other words–
Delicable - Pleasant Uninterested- Tedious, Unsuitable- Improper,
532. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Unparalleled - Peculiar
given word.
ROUGH 538. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Coarse (b) Soft given word.
(c) Foul (d) Feathery REPRIMAND
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I) (a) rebuke (b) complete
(c) command (d) repeat
Ans. (a): Rough - Synonym Coarse SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words–
Soft - Bland Ans. (a): Reprimand- Synonym –Rebuke
Foul - Muddy Meaning of other words–
Feathery - Plumose Complete- Finished, Command- Mandate, Repeat-
533. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Remake
given word. 539. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
RECEIVE given word.
(a) Drop (b) Pass RADIANCE
(c) Get (d) Lose (a) depth (b) dryness
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III) (c) sparkle (d) redness
Ans. (c): Receive– Synonym – Get SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (c) Radiance- Synonym - 'Sparkle'
Drop - Down Meaning of other words-
Depth- Deepness
Pass - Side Dryness- Aridity
Lose - Miss Redness- Glow
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540. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 546. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
RECAPITULATION RIND
(a) summary (b) movement (a) Shade (b) Peel
(c) prominence (d) readiness (c) Petal (d) Leaf
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Recapitulation- Synonym - 'Summary' Ans. (b) 'Rind'- Synonym – Peel
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Movement- Agitation Shade – Image
Prominence- Salience
Readiness- Alacrity Petal – Leaf
Leaf – Vane
541. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. 547. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
RECEDE given word.
(a) increase (b) intensify RESILIENT
(c) waver (d) wane (a) Baseless (b) Lazy
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Furious (d) Supple
Ans. (d) Recede- Synonym - 'Wane' SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d): 'Resilient'- Synonym - 'Supple'
Increase- Rise Meaning of other words–
Intensify- Severity Baseless – Unfounded
Waver- Uncurl Lazy – Sluggish
542. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Furious - Angry
given word. 548. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
RESOLUTE
(a) unsure (b) determined given word.
(c) uncertain (d) hesitant ROTUND
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Range (b) Rolled
Ans. (b) Resolute- Synonym - 'Determined' (c) Rocky (d) Round
Meaning of other words– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Unsure- Dickey Ans. (d): Rotund- Synonym – Round
Uncertain- Suspect Meaning of other words–
Hesitant- Indecisive Rang– Jiggle, Rocky– Petrous, Rolled - Round
543. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 549. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
REPRIMAND ROWDY
(a) eradicate (b) reproach (a) Charming (b) Boisterous
(c) applaud (d) reward (c) Calm (d) Amenable
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b) Reprimand- Synonym - 'Reproach' Ans. (b): 'Rowdy'- Synonym - 'Boisterous'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Eradicate- Destroy
Applaud- Appreciate Charming - Lovely, Calm – Soothe, Amenable -
Reward- Prize Responsible
544. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 550. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Reproach Recently
(a) Indulge (b) Berate (a) Lately (b) Normally
(c) Supervise (d) Train (c) Immediately (d) Usually
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b): Reproach - Synonym- Berate Ans. (a): Recently- Synonym- 'Lately'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Indulge - Full, Supervise - Direct, Train – Teach Normally - Commonly
545. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Immediately - Quickly
given word. Usually - Ordinary
REMORSE 551. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Reproach (b) Affection given word.
(c) Regret (d) Indifference Revive
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I) (a) Repeat (b) Review
Ans. (c): 'Remorse'- Synonym - Regret (c) Ruin (d) Recover
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Reproach – Disdain Ans. (d): 'Revive' - Synonym - 'Recover'
Affection – Love Meaning of other words–
Indifference – Apathy Repeat- Duplicate, Review - Observe, Ruin - Waste

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552. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (c) : Slick - Synonym - Slippery.
given word. Other options have different meaning-
RELEVANT New – Fresh
(a) Unconnected (b) Applicable
(c) Inapplicable (d) Unrelated Fractions – Post
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II) Novice – Beginner
Ans. (b): Relevant- Synonym – Applicable 558. Select the appropriate synonym for the
Meaning of other words– underlined word.
Unconnected - Irrelevant In the absence of miracles, my frustration
Inapplicable - Inappropriate spikes.
Unrelated - Unconnected (a) Increases (b) Falls
553. Select the synonym of the given word. (c) Losses (d) Digs
Remember SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
(a) Recall (b) Retell Ans. (a) : The most appropriate synonym for the
(c) Review (d) Reign underlined word 'spikes' is 'Increases'. while other
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) options are incorrect.
Ans. (a): Remember - Synonym – Recall Falls - Plunge
Meaning of other words–
Losses - Dropping
Retell - Repeat
Review - Observe Digs - Hollow
Reign - Rule Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
554. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 559. Select the appropriate synonym for the
given word. underlined word.
Rectify The story shows the importance of self-esteem.
(a) Folly (b) Amend (a) pride (b) humility
(c) Raid (d) Bend (c) disgrace (d) shyness
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b): Rectify - Synonym – Amend Ans. (a) : The appropriate synonym for the underlined
Meaning of other words– word 'Self-esteem' is 'pride'.
Folly - Stupidity, Raid - Assail, Bend - Turn
Meaning of other options –
Humility :- Delicacy,
S Disgrace :- Offence,
555. Choose the word that means the same as he Shyness :- Shame,
given word. 560. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Soar underlined word in the following sentence.
(a) Sweet (b) Fly Biosphere reserves are ‘learning places for
(c) Bitter (d) Sour sustainable development’.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II) (a) maintainable (b) unsuitable
Ans. (b) : Soar - Synonym - fly (c) temporary (d) brief
Meaning of other words- SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
Bitter – Spiteful Ans. (a) : The most appropriate meaning of the above
Sour – Acid underlined word 'sustainable' is 'maintainable'.
Sweet – Lovely Other options give different meanings –
556. Choose the word that means the same as the Unsuitable – Improper,
given word. Temporary – Streaky,
Sacrilege Brief – Concise
(a) Blasphemy (b) Modification 561. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Consecration (d) Reverence underlined word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) The investment scheme had been a scam all
Ans. (a) : 'Sacrilege' - Synonym, "Blasphemy" along.
Meaning of other words- (a) Plain (b) Successful
Consecration – Purification (c) Failure (d) Swindle
Modification – Customize SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
Reverence – Venerate, Admire Ans. (d) : The most appropriate Synonym of the
557. Choose the word that means the same as the underlined word ‘Scam’ is ‘Swindle’. The meaning of
given word. the others words is––
Slick Plain means – apparent, evident,
(a) Novice (b) Fractions Successful means – Accomplished
(c) Slippery (d) New Failure means – Defeat, loss.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
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562. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Meaning of the other options-
underlined word. Submerge – Overflow, Sink
The hunter drew his bow, but only managed to Nullify – Invalidate
sever the paw of the wolf before the Integrate – Untie, Join
wolf ran off.
567. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) join (b) ramify given word.
(c) bind (d) mix Solemn
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I) (a) Dignified (b) Frivolous
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate Synonym of the (c) Excited (d) Trivial
underlined word ‘Sever’ is 'ramify’. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I
The meaning of other words is– Ans. (a): Solemn (Serious), Synonym- dignified
Join means – Unite, Combine (Conceited, Serious)
Bind means – Secure, Attach Meaning of the other options-
Mix means – Intermingle. Frivolous –Insignificant
Thus, The correct answer is option (b). Excited – Agitated
563. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Trivial – Insignificant
given word. 568. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Smooth given word.
(a) Flat (b) Rough Squawk
(c) Uneven (d) Broken (a) Suggest (b) Explore
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III (c) Scream (d) Connote
Ans. (a): Smooth (Flat, Glib), Synonym - Flat (Plan, SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
Level) Ans. (c): The most appropriate synonym of the word
Meaning of the other options- ‘Squawk’ (Croak), is 'Scream' (Yell, Shout)
Rough - Coarse Meaning of the other options-
Uneven - Irregular Suggest - Advice
Broken - Split Explore - Discover
Connote - Declare
564. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
569. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
word.
Succulent
(a) Juicy (b) Foul Sagacious
(c) Decent (d) Coarse (a) Delicious (b) Precious
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II (c) Judicious (d) Malicious
Ans. (a): Succulent (Lush), Synonym - Juicy (Mellow) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (c): Sagacious (Brilliant), Synonym – Judicious
Foul - Stench (Sensible, Right)
Decent - Civilized Meaning of the other options-
Coarse - Rough Delicious – Tasty
565. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Precious – Valuable
given word. Malicious – Spiteful
Sacred 570. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Consecrated (b) Submissive given word.
(c) Passionate (d) Adamant Startle
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I (a) Scare (b) Humiliate
Ans. (a): Sacred (Pious), Synonym - Consecrated (c) Shame (d) Surprise
(Holy) SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
Meaning of the other options- Ans. (d): Startle (Frighten/Intimidate), Synonym-
Submissive – Humble Surprise (Astonish, Amaze)
Passionate – Enthusiastic, Zealous Meaning of the other options-
Adamant – Firm, Resolute Scare - Terrify
566. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Humiliate - Embarrassed
given word. Shame - Shyness, Bashful
Segregate 571. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Submerge (b) Isolate given word.
(c) Nullify (d) Integrate Sanguinity
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II (a) Despondence (b) Distrust
Ans. (b): Segregate (Separate), Synonym - Isolate (c) Acrimony (d) Optimism
(Dissociate) SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III
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Ans. (d): Sanguinity (Optimism), Synonym- Optimism Ans. (c): Substitution (Replacement), Synonym -
(Hopeful) Exchange (Swap)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Despondence – Hopeless, Dejected Logical - Rational
Distrust – Doubt, Suspicion Hold - Catch
Acrimony – Bitterness Give - Grant, Provide
572. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 577. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Serendipity Sufficient
(a) Enough (b) Large
(a) Godsend (b) Surreptitious (c) Deficient (d) Lacking
(c) Catastrophe (d) Sibilance
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
Ans. (a): Sufficient (Adequate), Synonym - Enough
Ans. (a): Serendipity (Luck), Synonym- Godsend (Ample)
(Blessing)
Meaning of the other options-
Meaning of the other words- Large - Big, Huge
Surreptitious – Larcenous Deficient - Lacking, Insufficient
Catastrophe – Destruction, Calamity Lacking - Inadequate
Sibilance– Hoot, Catcall 578. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
573. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Sanction
Scared (a) Degrade (b) Reward
(a) Sacred (b) Afraid (c) Permit (d) Cancel
(c) Tranquil (d) Solemn SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II Ans. (c): Sanction (Approval), Synonym - Permit
Ans. (b): Scared (Afraid), Synonym- Afraid (Fearful) (Allow)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other options-
Sacred - Pious Degrade- Demean
Tranquil - Quiet Reward- Award, Prize
Solemn - Serious Cancel- Abolish, Finish
574. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 579. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Stationary SUPPORTING
(a) Portable (b) Movable (a) disagreeing (b) applauding
(c) Fixed (d) Paper (c) arguing (d) agreeing
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (c): Stationary (Stable), Synonym-Fixed (Steady) Ans. (d): Supporting (Helpful), Synonym - Agreeing
Meaning of the other options- (Consent, Accede)
Portable - Movable, Transferable Meaning of the other options-
Movable - Adjustable Disagreeing - Dissent, Discard
Paper - Blank Shut Applauding - Praise, Extol
575. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Arguing - Fight, Dispute
given word. 580. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Stun given word.
(a) Trick (b) Jest SPONTANEOUS
(c) Joke (d) Shock (a) impulsive (b) prejudiced
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II (c) planned (d) intended
Ans. (d): Stun (Daze, Amaze), Synonym - Shock SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(Surprise, Jerk) Ans. (a): Spontaneous - Done naturally without being
Meaning of the other options- forced, Synonym - Impulsive
Trick - Deceive Meaning of other words–
Jest - Joke, Laugh Prejudiced - Partisan, Intended – Purpose, Planned -
Joke - Mockery, Banter Organize
576. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 581. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Substitution SHOVE
(a) Logical (b) Hold (a) pull (b) halt
(c) Exchange (d) Give (c) shout (d) poke
SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d): 'Shove'- Synonym – Poke Ans. (d) Sanction - Synonym – Approval
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Pull - Draw Grace - Favor
Halt - Stage Mercy - Clemency
Shout - Clamor Denial - Reject
582. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 588. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
SUMPTUOUS SURREPTITIOUS
(a) spacious (b) adventurous
(a) opulent (b) stingy (c) secretive (d) aggressive
(c) meager (d) bereft SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (c): Surreptitious - Synonym - 'Secretive'
Ans. (a): 'Sumptuous'- Synonym- 'Opulent' Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Aggressive - Rampant, Spacious - Detailed,
Stingy - Frugal, Meager - Scanty, Bereft - Loop Adventurous - Daring
583. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 589. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
STERILE STERN
(a) productive (b) barren (a) strict (b) mellow
(c) sordid (d) pure (c) proud (d) shrewd
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) Sterile - Synonym - 'Barren' Ans. (a): 'Stern'- Synonym - "Strict"
Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Mellow- Tuneful
Productive - Fertile Proud- Arrogant
Sordid - Odious Shrewd- Canny
Pure - Refined 590. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
584. Select the synonyms of the given word. given word.
RAMPANT SORDID
(a) excessive (b) limited (a) pure (b) solid
(c) rare (d) gentle (c) clean (d) dirty
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Rampant - Synonym - 'Excessive' Ans. (d) 'Sordid'- Synonym -'Dirty'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Limited - Finited Pure- Refined
Rare - Scantily Solid- Concrete
Gentle - Noble Clean- Neat
585. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 591. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Scrap
SUBSEQUENT (a) Hoard (b) Save
(a) consecutive (b) preceding (c) Store (d) Reject
(c) antecedent (d) prior SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (d): Scrap- Synonym - 'Reject'
Ans. (a): Subsequent - Synonym- 'Consecutive' Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Hoard- Gather
Preceding - Precede, Antecedent - Prior, Prior - Former Save- Protect
586. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Store- Stock
given word. 592. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
SCANTY given word.
(a) adequate (b) meager SANE
(c) plentiful (d) enough (a) sensible (b) crazy
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) (c) sensitive (d) foolish
Ans. (b) Scanty - Synonym – Meagre SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (a): Sane- Synonym - 'Sensible'
Meaning of other words–
Adequate- Sufficient, Plentiful - Abundant, Enough - Crazy- Slight
Adequate Sensitive- Emotional
587. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Foolish- Absurd
given word. 593. Select the most appropriate of the given word.
SANCTION SUCCINCT
(a) grace (b) mercy (a) pithy (b) terse
(c) denial (d) approval (c) lengthy (d) curt
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Ans. (b): Succinct - Synonym- Terse Ans. (a): Smear - Synonym- Discolor
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Pithy- Pregnant, Curt- Rude, Lengthy - Detailed Honor- Respect, Upgrade- Progress, Laud– Admire
594. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 600. In the following question, out of the given four
given word. alternatives select the one which best expresses
SURGE the meaning of the given word.
(a) Rush (b) Smooth Smudge
(c) Hygienic (d) Clean (a) Clean (b) Sanitary
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) (c) Pure (d) Stain
Ans. (a): 'Surge' - Synonym- Rush SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d): 'Smudge'- Synonym - 'Stain'
Smooth - Sleek Meaning of other words–
Hygienic - Sanative Clean - Neat, Sanitary - Medicinal, Pure - Holy
Clean - Neat 601. In the following question, out of the given four
595. Select the most appropriate synonym of the alternatives, select the one which best expresses
given word. the meaning of the given word.
SALVAGE Savage
(a) Lose (b) Hurt (a) Civilized (b) Brutal
(c) Waste (d) Save (c) Tame (d) Domesticated
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d): 'Salvage'- Synonym - 'Save' Ans. (b): Savage – Synonym- Brutal
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Lose - Miss, Hurt - Wound, Waste - Spend Civilized – Decent, Tame – Pet, Domesticated –Tame
596. In the following question, out of the given four 602. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the one which best expresses alternatives, select the one which best expresses
the meaning of the given word. the meaning of the given word.
Scion Subside
(a) Root (b) Cause (a) Descend (b) Enlarge
(c) Heir (d) Source (c) Prolong (d) Ascend
SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) Scion – Synonym - Heir Ans. (a): Subside – Synonym – Descend
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Root– Foundation, Source– Origin, Cause– Reason Enlarge - Enhance, Prolong- Increase, Ascend- Climb
597. In the following question, out of the given four 603. In the following question, out of given four
alternatives, select the one which best expresses alternatives, select the one which best expresses
the meaning of the given word. the meaning of the given word.
Shriek Steady
(a) Peep (b) Toot (a) Vulnerable (b) Flexible
(c) Yell (d) Whisper (c) Abiding (d) Wobbly
SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) Shriek – Synonym – Yell Ans. (c) Steady- Synonym- Abiding
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Peep– Glimpse, Toot– Siren, Whisper– Murmur Vulnerable- Penetrable, Flexible- Resilient
604. In the following question, out of the given four
598. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the one which best expresses
alternatives, select the one which best expresses
the meaning of the given word.
the meaning of the given word. Sneer
Scream (a) Mock (b) Compliment
(a) Cry (b) Whisper (c) Praise (d) Applaud
(c) Hum (d) Murmur SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a): Sneer- Synonym- Mock
Ans. (a): Scream - Synonym- Cry Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Compliment – Admiration
Whisper – Mumble, Hum – Murmur, Murmur – Praise – Laud
Whisper Applaud – Appreciate
599. In the following question, out of the given 605. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the one which best expresses alternatives, select the one which best expresses
the meaning of the given word. the meaning of the given word.
Smear Solemn
(a) Discolor (b) Honor (a) Funny (b) Pensive
(c) Laud (d) Upgrade (c) Laughing (d) Light
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Ans. (b): Solemn –Synonym- Pensive
Meaning of other words–
T
Funny – Queer 611. Select the appropriate synonym for the
Laughing – Jest underlined word. “Little Red Riding Hood” is a
Light – Illumination fairy tale.
606. In the following question, out of the given four (a) story (b) fact
alternatives, select the one which best expresses (c) tail (d) document
the meaning of the given word. SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
Scorn Ans. (a) : The appropriate synonym for the underlined
word- 'tale' is 'story'.
(a) Mockery (b) Approval
Meaning of other options-
(c) Delight (d) Pleasure
Fact- Data, Certainty
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I) Tail- Rump, Tang
Ans. (a): Scorn - Synonym- 'Mockery' Document- Deed, Script
Meaning of other words– Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Approval - Sanction, Delight - Enjoyment, Pleasure 612. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
607. In the following question, out of the given four underlined word.
alternatives, select the one which best expresses It was due to treacherous leaders that he
the meaning of the given word. decided to leave the party.
Sarcastic (a) Devoted (b) Transient
(a) Kind (b) Nice (c) Ravenous (d) Disloyal
(c) Approved (d) Arrogant SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : The most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (d) Sarcastic - Synonym- Arrogant underlined word 'treacherous' is 'Disloyal'.
Meaning of other words– The meaning of other options is -
Devoted means - Dedicated
Nice - Good, Kind - Species, Approve - Favor
Transient Means - Temporary, evanescent, Ravenous
608. Select the synonym of the given word. means -Hungry, famished.
Swift Thus, the correct answer is option (d)
(a) Slow (b) Harsh 613. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Quick (d) Turn underlined word.
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III) The transient rains have caused harm to the
Ans. (c): 'Swift'- Synonym – Quick crops in the north.
Meaning of other words– (a) Long (b) Perpetual
Slow - Sluggish (c) Stable (d) Fleeting
Harsh - Rigid SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Turn - Bend Ans. (d) : The most appropriate synonym of the
underlined word ' Transient – (lasting for a short period
609. Select the most appropriate synonym of the of time) will be option (d) 'Fleeting'.
given word. fleeting – ( Continuing for a very short time).
Strange Meaning of other options are –
(a) Despair (b) Abnormal Perpetual – Continuing forever in the same way
(c) Conventional (d) Natural Stable – firmly/fixed
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II) 614. Read the given sentence carefully and fill in the
Ans. (b): Strange- Synonym – Abnormal blank by selecting the correct synonym of the
Meaning of other words– word given in the brackets.
Despair - Despond The authority refused to pay any heed to the
Conventional - Traditional _________ demands made by the workers.
Natural - Original (Trivial)
(a) conceited (b) insignificant
610. Select the synonym of the given word. (c) majestic (d) idiotic
SLENDER
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
(a) Narrow (b) Wide
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, ''Insignificant' is the
(c) Slim (d) Weak synonym of bracteted word 'Trivial', will be used in the
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III) blank space. Other options give different meaning.
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I) Conceited - Arrogant
Ans. (c): Slender - Synonym – Slim Majestic - Impressive
Meaning of other words– Idiotic - Silly
Narrow - Parochial Correct Sentence -
Wide - Broad The authority refused to pay any heed to the
Weak - Feeble Insignificant demands made by the workers.
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615. Select the word that is closest in meaning 620. Select the most appropriate of the given word.
(SYNONYM) to the word given below. Toil
THRIFTY (a) Drive (b) Sweat
(a) PRUDENT (b) WASTEFUL (c) Rest (d) Climb
(c) GENEROUS (d) EXTRAVAGANT SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I) Ans. (b): Toil (Labor), Synonym - Sweat (Struggle,
Ans. (a) : Thrifty - Synonym - Prudent Diligent)
Meaning of other words- Meaning of the other options-
Generous- Liberal Drive – Operate, Ride
Wasteful- Hurtful Rest – Comfort, Relief
Extravagant- Extraordinary Climb – Ascent
616. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 621. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Taciturn TENSION
(a) Verbose (b) Reserved (a) peace (b) detachment
(c) Lively (d) Noisy (c) strain (d) comfort
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : Taciturn (Reticent), Synonym–Reserved Ans. (c): Tension (Stress), Synonym- Strain (Exertion)
(Shy) Meaning of the other options-
Meaning of the other options- Peace - Silence, Calm
Verbose – Talktive Detachment - Isolation, Segregation
Lively– Interesting Comfort - Rest, Ease
Noisy – Clamorous
622. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
617. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. TIMID
Trendy (a) confident (b) bold
(a) Foreign (b) Common
(c) courageous (d) humble
(c) Popular (d) Familiar
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (c): Trendy (Stylish), Synonym- Popular (Famous) Ans. (d): Timid (Coy, Modest), Synonym-Humble
Meaning of the other options- (Meek, Submissive)
Foreign - Alien, Exotic Confident - Morale, Optimistic
Common - General, Usual Bold - Daring, Brave
Familiar - Well-known, Friendly Courageous - Dauntless, Bold
623. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
618. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given given word.
word. Transmit
Tranquil (a) Accept (b) Receive
(a) Aware (b) Dazed (c) Convey (d) Catch
(c) Alert (d) Calm SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (c): Transmit - Synonym - Convey
Ans. (d): Tranquil (Calm), Synonym- Calm (Quiet) Meaning of other words–
Meaning of the other options- Accept - Admit, Receive - Get, Catch - Hold
Aware - Conscious 624. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Dazed - Baffled, Confused given word.
Alert - Warning, Caution Testify
619. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) Disprove (b) Affirm
given word. (c) Oppose (d) Invalidate
TRANQUIL SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) sober (b) worried Ans. (b): Testify - Synonym, Affirm
(c) tempered (d) nervous Meaning of other words–
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II Disprove - Rebut, Oppose - Stand, Invalidate - Cancel
Ans. (a): Tranquil (Calm), Synonym- Sober (Quiet, 625. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
serious) given word.
Meaning of the other options- Tag (n)
Worried - Anxious (a) Syphon (b) Drain
Tempered - Irritate, Angry (c) Pump (d) Label
Nervous - Restless SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d): Tag (n) - Synonym, Label (n) Ans. (c) Tranquil- Synonym - 'Calm'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Syphon - Adsorb Nervous- Restless, Agitated - Excited, Wild - Wooded
Drain (N) - Gutter 632. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Pump (N) - Syringe given word.
626. Select the most appropriate synonym of the THRIFTY
given word. (a) frugal (b) grand
Termination (c) rigid (d) discreet
(a) Conviction (b) Conclusion SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) Consolation (d) Conduction Ans. (a): Thrifty - Synonym- 'Frugal'
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (b): Termination - Synonym - Conclusion Grand - Huge
Meaning of other words– Rigid - Stiff
Conviction - Notion, Consolation - Solace, Conduction- Discreet - Humble
Conductivity 633. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
627. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. TEMPERATE
TUMULT (a) moderate (b) temporary
(a) clarity (b) peace (c) tentative (d) extreme
(c) uproar (d) surprise SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (a): Temperate- Synonym- Moderate
Meaning of other words–
Ans. (c): 'Tumult'- Synonym - 'Uproar' Temporary- Temporal
Meaning of other words– Tentative- Test
Clarity - Lucidity Extreme- Ultimate
Peace - Serenity
634. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Surprise - wonder given word.
628. Select the most appropriate synonym of the THWART
given word. (a) impede (b) aid
TACITURN (c) support (d) face
(a) reticent (b) talkative SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) phlegmatic (d) placid Ans. (a): Thwart- Synonym- "Impede"
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words–
Ans. (a): Taciturn - Synonym - ‘Reticent’ Aid- Help
Meaning of other words– Support- Side
Talkative- Garrulous, Phlegmatic- Sluggish, Placid- Face- Combat
Quiet 635. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
629. Select the synonym of the given word. given word.
TRIUMPH TRUST (n)
(a) victory (b) fight (a) Safety (b) Ability
(c) attack (d) peace (c) Belief (d) Welfare
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): Triumph - Synonym - 'Victory' Ans. (c) 'Trust' - Synonym- Belief
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Fight - Battle Safety - Secure
Attack - Invasion Ability - Strength
Peace - Calm Welfare - Prosperity
630. Select the synonym of the given word. 636. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
TILT given word.
(a) Support (b) Cross TIMID
(c) Straighten (d) Slant (a) Strong (b) Willful
(c) Kind (d) Shy
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) Tilt - Synonym - 'Slant' Ans. (d): 'Timid'- Synonym - 'Shy'
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words–
Support- Side Strong – Firm
Cross- Pass
Straighten- Plumb Willful – Deliberately
Kind – Gracious
631. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. 637. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word.
TRANQUIL TOLERANCE
(a) nervous (b) agitated (a) Aggression (b) Endurance
(c) calm (d) wild (c) Oppression (d) Impatience
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b): 'Tolerance'- Synonym- Endurance Ans. (b) : The most appropriate synonym of the above
Meaning of other words– word 'Unbiased' (impartial) is 'Objective (fair).
Aggression - Invasion, Oppression - Harassment, Other options given different meaning-
Impatience - Rashness Definitive - Certain,
638. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Subjective - Personal,
given word. Organisational - Combinational
TARNISH 643. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Heighten (b) Decorae given word.
(c) Damage (d) Appease Urge
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) (a) Refuse (b) Protest
Ans. (c): Tarnish– Synonym - Damage (c) Appeal (d) Reply
Meaning of other words– SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
Heighten– Increase Ans. (c) : Urge (Request), Synonym-Appeal (Cassation,
Decorate– Spruce Plead)
Appease– Coax Meaning of the other options-
639. In the following question, out of the given four Refuse- Deny
alternatives, select the one which best expresses Protest- Resist
the meaning of the given word. Reply- Answer
Tackle 644. In the following question, out of the given four
(a) Avoid (b) Forget alternatives, select the one which best expresses
(c) Neglect (d) Deal the meaning of the given word.
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III) Urge
Ans. (d): 'Tackle'– Synonym - 'Deal' (a) Depress (b) Discourage
Meaning of other words– (c) Divert (d) Impulse
Avail – Gain SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Forget – Delude Ans. (d): Urge - Synonym – Impulse
Neglect – Slight Meaning of other words–
640. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Depress – Deflect, Discourage – Threaten, Divert –
given word. Turn
Tangled 645. In the following question, out of the given four
(a) Orderly (b) Regulated alternatives, select the one which best expresses
(c) Knotted (d) Organized the meaning of the given word.
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) Unanimous
Ans. (c): Tangled - Synonym – Knotted (a) Split (b) Undisputed
Meaning of other words– (c) Cleaved (d) Separate
Orderly - Lackey SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III)
Regulated - Rank
Ans. (b): 'Unanimous'- Synonym - 'Undisputed'
Organized - Unified
Meaning of other words–
Split - Divided, Cleaved - Break, Separate - Distinct
U
646. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
641. Select the most appropriate synonym for the given word.
highlighted word. The government’s utilitarian Uncanny
stance was appreciated by all. (a) Strange (b) Unruly
(a) fanciful (b) useful (c) Accurate (d) Harmful
(c) thrust (d) distasteful SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (a): Uncanny - Synonym - Strange
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate synonym of the above Meaning of other words–
highlited word 'utilitarian' is 'useful'. Unruly - Rampant, Accurate - Right, Harmful -
Meaning of other options - Detrimental
Fanciful - Imaginart,
647. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Thrust - Push, Propel
given word.
Distasteful - Unpleasant, Uproar
642. Select the most appropriate synonym of the (a) Vague (b) Veil
given word. (c) Timid (d) Clamor
Unbiased SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
(a) Definitive (b) Objective Ans. (d): Uproar - Synonym - Clamor
(c) Subjective (d) Organizational Meaning of other words–
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) Vague - Obscure, Veil - Cover, Timid - Sneaky
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648. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Ans. (a): Vertical (Perpendicular), Synonym – Upright
given word. (Straight)
Upbeat Meaning of the other options-
(a) Adhere (b) Cheerful Parallel – Similar, Alike
(c) Ignore (d) Detach Equal – Identical
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) Shaky – Unstable
Ans. (b): Upbeat - Synonym - Cheerful 653. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Meaning of other words– given word :
Adhere - Abide, Ignore - Negligence, Detach - VANQUISH
Segregate (a) defeat (b) attack
(c) victory (d) loss
V SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Ans. (a): 'Vanquish' – Synonym - Defeat
649. Select the most appropriate synonym to Meaning of other words–
substitute the bracketed word in the given Victory - Profit
sentence. Confession had always rested on a Attack - Invasion
clear distinction between and (venial) sins. Loss - Harm
(a) Intolerable (b) Major 654. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Pardonable (d) Genial given word.
SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I) VINDICTIVE
Ans. (c) : The appropriate synonym of the given bracket (a) Watchful (b) Revengeful
word ‘Venial’ is ‘Pardonable’. (c) Forceful (d) Helpful
Meaning of other options- SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Intolerable – Unbearable, Ans. (b) ‘‘Vindictive” –Synonym- ‘Revengeful'
Major – Main, Staple, Meaning of other words–
Genial – Gregorian, Watchful – Attentive, Forceful - Potential, Helpful -
650. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Auxiliary
underlined word. 655. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
After my first visit to Boston, I spent almost given word.
every winter in the North. Once I went on a VENERABLE
visit to a New England village with its frozen (a) Valuable (b) Reliable
lakes and vast snow fields. (c) Redeemed (d) Esteemed
(a) solid (b) minimal SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) extensive (d) shallow Ans. (d) Venerable - Synonym- Esteemed
Meaning of other words–
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Reliable - Credible, Redeemed - Sanctify, Valuable -
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate synonym of the
above underlined word 'vast' is 'extensive'. Precious
Meaning of other options- 656. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Solid - Firm, given word.
Minimal - Least, VITAL
Shallow - Undipped, (a) needless (b) insignificant
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). (c) trivial (d) essential
651. Select the word that is closest in meaning SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(synonym) to the word given below. Ans. (d) Vital- Synonym- "Essential"
VAULT Meaning of other words–
(a) Ration (b) Crypt Needless - Unnecessary
(c) Raisins (d) Monarch Insignificant - Niggard
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I) Trivial - Puny
Ans. (b) : Vault - Synonym - 'Crypt' 657. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Meaning of other words- given word.
Monarch → Emperor VIGILANT
Ration → Dietary (a) Negligent (b) Inattentive
Raisins → Dried fruit (c) Watchful (d) Careless
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III)
652. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. Ans. (c): Vigilant- Synonym – Watchful
Vertical Meaning of other words–
(a) Upright (b) Parallel Negligent– Careless
(c) Equal (d) Shaky Inattentive– Heedless
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658. Select the synonym of the given word. 662. Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the
VAGUE given word.
(a) Precise (b) Unclear Wily
(c) Incomplete (d) Definite (a) Frank (b) Friendly
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Crafty (d) Honest
Ans. (b): Vague Synonym – Unclear SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
Meaning of other words– Ans. (c): Wily (Cunning), Synonym - Crafty (Clever)
Precise - Exact, Incomplete - Unfinished, Definite - Meaning of the other options-
Sicker Frank - Candid, Generous
Friendly - Amiable, Cordial
Honest - Truthful, Genuine
W 663. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
659. Select the most appropriate synonym to given word.
substitute the bracketed word in the given WRY
sentence. It broke Eleanora's heart to see her (a) straight (b) frank
(c) forthright (d) crooked
daughter become that (wraith) of her former SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
self. Ans. (d):Wry - Synonym - Crooked
(a) Yore (b) Spirit Meaning of other words–
(c) Being (d) Wail Straight - Directly, Forthright - Genuine, Frank - Liberal
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) 664. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate synonym of the above given word.
given word ‘wraith’ is ‘spirit’. WRENCH
(a) supply (b) wrest
Meaning of other options – (c) reject (d) deter
Yore – Antiquity, bygone, SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Being – Existence, Entity, Ans. (b): 'Wrench' (to pull or twist something),
Wail – Lament, Bowl, Synonym - 'Wrest'
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Meaning of other words–
Supply - Provision, Reject - Denial, Deter – Delay
660. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 665. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
underlined word. given word.
I have thus far sketched the events of my life, WARY
but I have not shown how much I have (a) rash (b) inattentive
depended on books not only for pleasure and (c) lax (d) alert
for the wisdom they bring to all who read, but SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III)
also for that knowledge which comes to others Ans. (d) Wary- Synonym - 'Alert'
through their eyes and their ears. Meaning of other words–
Rash- Reckless
(a) clarity (b) insight
Inattentive- Careless
(c) folly (d) emotion Lax- Loose
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III) 666. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate synonym of the above given word.
given underlined word 'wisdom' is 'insight'. Wizard
Meaning of other options- (a) Vow (b) Magician
Clarity - Lucidity, (c) Wan (d) Vague
Fally - Stupidity, SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Emotion - Sensation.
Ans. (b): Wizard - Synonym - Magician
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Meaning of other words–
661. Select the word that is closest in meaning Vow - Oath, Wan - Pallid, Vague - Obscure
(synonym) to the word given below.
WHIMSICAL 667. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) WEAK (b) RESPECTFUL given word.
(c) HUMILIATED (d) FUNNY Woe
(a) Yearn (b) Vie
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) Sorrow (d) Vigorous
Ans. (d) : Whimsical - Synonym - 'Funny'
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other word-
Humiliated – Disgraced Ans. (c): Woe - Synonym - Sorrow
Weak – Feeble Meaning of other words–
Resepectful – Faithful Yearn - Sulk, Vie - Emulate, Vigorous - Cogent

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668. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. Z
Witty
(a) Wan (b) Sagacious 674. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(c) Volatile (d) Vicious given word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) Zealous
(a) Enthusiastic (b) Apathetic
Ans. (b): Witty - Synonym - Sagacious (c) Indifferent (d) Detached
Meaning of other words– SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I)
Wan - Pallid, Volatile - Variable, Vicious - Cunning Ans. (a) :Synonym of the word 'zealous' is
'Enthusiastic' meaning of other word -
X Apathetic – Neutral
Indifferent – unconcerned
669. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Detached – Disgruntled
given word. 675. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
Xenial given word.
(a) Adept (b) Hospitable ZEST
(c) Ridiculous (d) Mend (a) Indifference (b) Detachment
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) Unconcern (d) Enthusiasm
Ans. (b): Xenial - Synonym - Hospitable SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (d): Zest- Synonym - Enthusiasm
Adept - Skillful, Ridiculous - Unsightly, Mend - Meaning of other words–
Reform Indifference - Apathy
670. Select the most appropriate synonym of the Detachment - Squad
given word. Unconcern - Indifference
Xanthic 676. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
(a) Applause (b) Plentiful given word.
(c) Yellowish (d) Generous Zenith
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Explicit (b) Impediment
Ans. (c): Xanthic - Synonym - Yellowish – (c) Climax (d) Nadir
Meaning of other words– SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Applause - Cheer, Plentiful - Abundant, Generous - Ans. (c): Zenith - Synonym - Climax
Liberal Meaning of other words–
Explicit - Obvious, Impediment - Hindrance, Nadir -
Y Fall
677. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
671. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Zealot
Yearn (a) Adverse (b) Pausity
(a) Deny (b) Sadden (c) Sectarian (d) Knave
(c) Vow (d) Wan SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c): Zealot - Synonym - Sectarian
Ans. (b): Yearn - Synonym - Sadden Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Adverse - Hastile, Pausity - Lack, Knave – Rogue
Deny - Negate, Vow - Oath, Wan - Faded 678. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
672. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
given word. Zeal
Yawn (a) Apathy (b) Enthusiasm
(a) Nap (b) Volatile (c) Impeccable (d) Forego
(c) Gape (d) Vicious SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (b): Zeal - Synonym - Enthusiasm
Ans. (c): Yawn - Synonym - Gape Meaning of other words–
Meaning of other words– Apathy- Indifference, Impeccable - Perfect, Forego -
Nap - Blink, Volatile - Variable, Vicious - Corrupt Abandon
673. Select the most appropriate synonym of the 679. Select the most appropriate synonym of the
given word. given word.
Yield Zigzag
(a) Diligent (b) Blame (a) Simple (b) Straight
(c) Assume (d) Weary (c) Curve (d) Frank
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): Yield - Synonym - Assume Ans. (c): Zigzag - Synonym - Curve
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words-
Diligent - Industrious, Blame - Flaw, Weary - Dull Simple - Easy, Frank - Lenient, Straight - Directly
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07.
ANTONYMS
TCS hewšve& hej DeeOeeefjle
(Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 15
CGL (Tier-2) 5
A CHSL (Tier-1) 20
CHSL (Tier-2) 10
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 9 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 11
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
2 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
B CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
3 CGL (Tier-1) 10
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 12
C CHSL (Tier-2) 6
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 10
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
4 CGL (Tier-1) 10
CGL (Tier-2) 3
D CHSL (Tier-1) 17
CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
5 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 10
E CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 9
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 7
6 CGL (Tier-1) 8
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 7
CHSL (Tier-2) 3 (2017–2023)
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F Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 5
7 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
G Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 2
8 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
H Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
9 CGL (Tier-1) 9
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 10
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 8 (2017–2023)
I SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 3
SSC CPO SI 5
10 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
J Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
11 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
K Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
12 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
L CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 3
13 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 5

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M CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 3 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 5
14 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
N CHSL (Tier-2) -
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 4
15 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
O CHSL (Tier-1) 5
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
16 CGL (Tier-1) 8
CGL (Tier-2) 2
P CHSL (Tier-1) 12
CHSL (Tier-2) 8
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 10
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
17 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
Q CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
18 CGL (Tier-1) 8
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 12
CHSL (Tier-2) 5 (2017–2023)
R Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 10
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
19 CGL (Tier-1) 10
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 22
CHSL (Tier-2) 5 (2017–2023)
S Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 4

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20 CGL (Tier-1) 5
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
CHSL (Tier-2) 6
T Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
21 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
U SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
22 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
V Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
23 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
W Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
24 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
X Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI -
25 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
Y SSC MTS -
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI -
26 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Z Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
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07.
ANTONYMS
5. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
A underlined word.
To abate her listlessness, she went for a long
1. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the walk in the country.
given word. (a) subside (b) lessen
Arrogant (c) sustain (d) increase
(a) Humble (b) Haughty SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
(c) Superior (d) Scornful Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the
SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II) underlined word ' abate' (decrease) is 'Increase.'
Meaning of other words are-
Ans. (a) : Arrogant (Conceited, haughty), Antonym
Subside means - diminish
Humble (Modest, submissive) Sustain means - endure, maintain
Meaning of the other options- Lessen means - Reduce,
Haughty - Highbrow Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
Superior - Better
6. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Scornful - Reproachful, Sardonic given word.
2. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Absurd
given word. (a) Tolerable (b) Adorable
Accuse (c) Lovable (d) Sensible
(a) Incriminate (b) Defend
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
(c) Charge (d) Allege
SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym for the above
given word - 'Absurd' is 'sensible,'
Ans. (b) : Accuse (Blame), Antonym- Defend (Protect)
Meaning of other options-
Meaning of the other options-
Adorable - Placable, Socred,
Incriminate - Inculpate
Charge - Cost, allegation Lovable - Affectionable, Endearment,
Allege - Impeach Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
3. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 7. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. underlined word in the following sentence.
Alienate The old port was abandoned a long ago.
(a) Quit (b) Kept
(a) Alternate (b) Alter
(c) Shortened (d) Rashed
(c) Reconcile (d) Renounce SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV)
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate antonym of the
Ans. (c) : Alienate (Separate, Segregate), Antonym- underlined word ‘Abandoned’ is ‘kept’.
Reconcile (Combine, integrate) The meaning of the other words is–
Meaning of the other options- Quit means – Relinquish, stop
Alternate - Optional Shortened means – Abbreviated.
Alter - Change Rashed means – Reckless, hasty.
Renounce - Leave/Cessation Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
4. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 8. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. underlined word.
Accurate My teacher accepted my excuse for being late.
(a) Heist (b) Proficient (a) Rejected (b) Believed
(c) Trusted (d) Agreed
(c) Unreliable (d) Fiesta
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the
Ans. (c) : Accurate (correct), Anthonym - Unreliable underlined word ‘accepted’ is ‘Rejected’.
(Inaccurate Incredible). Other options are –
Meaning of the other options- Believed means – Trusted
Heist - Theft Trusted means – Reliable
Proficient - Skilled Agreed means – Concurred
Fiesta - Festival Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
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9. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to Other option are different
the given word. Jeopardy – danger of loss, harm or failure.
Analogous Mortgage – A type of loan to buy a flat, land, home etc.
(a) Dissimilar (b) Puzzle Predicament – An unpleasant and difficult situation that
(c) Straight (d) Matching is hard to get out of.
SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III) 14. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate opposite meaning for given word.
the given word 'Analogous' (similar) is 'Dissimilar'. Awkward
other words are– (a) Innocent (b) Meaningful
Puzzle means – Riddle (c) Huge (d) Graceful
Straight means – Square/Directly. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II)
Matching means – Collation Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the above
Thus, the correct answer is option (a) given word 'Awkward' is 'Graceful'.
10. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to Other options give different meanings –
the given word. Innocent – Candid, Faultless,
Abolish Meaningful – Significant, Useful
(a) Efface (b) Formalize Huge – Gaint, Large,
(c) Deface (d) Jettison 15. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) the given word.
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate opposite meaning to the Algid
given word 'Abolish' (Terminate) to 'Formalize.' (a) Algae (b) Gelid
(Adorn). Meaning of the other words are___ (c) lgneous (d) Clean
Efface means- Expunge, erase SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II)
Deface means- Calumniate, Disgrace Ans. (c) : Algid - Antonym - lgneous
Jettison means- Scrap Meaning of other words-
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Clean – Neat
11. Choose the world that is opposite in maning to Algae – Moss
the given word. "Abort" Gelid – Wet
(a) Commence (b) Collision
16. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
(c) Commode (d) Command the given word.
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II) Abduct
Ans. (a) : The opposite meaning for the given word (a) Redeem (b) Impress
'Abort' (stop) is 'Commence'. (start) (c) Sociable (d) Hijack
Meaning of other options- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
Callision- Conflict
Ans. (a) : Abduct - Antonym - Redeem
Commode- Bathroom
Command- Mandate Meaning of other words-
12. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Hijack- Dispoil
underlined word. My niece is an amateur Impress- Affect
artist. I hope she becomes famous one day. Sociable- Affable
(a) Boring (b) Decent 17. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
(c) Freelancing (d) Expert the given word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III) 'Anomalous'
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the (a) Endemic (b) Outlandish
above given underlined word 'amateur' is 'expert'.
(c) Customary (d) Alien
Meaning of other options-
Boring - Tedious, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
Decent - Civilied, Ans. (c) : 'Anomalous' - Antonym - 'Customary'
Freelancing - Independent. Meaning of other words-
13. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Outlandish – External
given word. Endemic – Local
Affliction Alien – Foregner
(a) Jeopardy (b) Mortgage
18. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
(c) Predicament (d) Consolation
the given word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Accessory
Ans. (d) : "Consolation" (Something that given comfort
to someone who is sad/ disappointed would be the most (a) Substitute (b) Surplus
apposite antonym of the given word 'Affliction' – (A (c) Essential (d) Option
cause of Persistent pain or distress). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (c) : Accessory, Antonym, Essential Ans. (b) : Advance (Proceed) Antonym – Retreat
Meaning of other words- (Back off)
Substitute – Replacement Meaning of the other Options-
Option – Choice
Approach – Access
Surplus – Saving
Assemble – Amass
19. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. Progress – Advancement
Ally 24. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) Friend (b) Partner given word.
(c) Enemy (d) Associate Awkward
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II (a) Bulky (b) Uneasy
Ans. (c) : Ally (Friend), Antonym, Enemy (Foe) (c) Inelegant (d) Graceful
Meaning of the other Options- SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
Friend – Companion
Ans. (d) : Awkward - (Clumsy/ugly),
Partner – Fellow, Associate
Antonym - Graceful - (Pretty/Beautiful)
Associate – Colleague, Accomplice
Meaning of the other Options-
20. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Bulky - Heavy
given word. Uneasy - Restless
Assuage
Inelegant - Awful
(a) Soothe (b) Decrease
(c) Relieve (d) Provoke 25. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I given word.
Ans. (d) : Assuage (Soothe) Antonym, Provoke Aggressive
(Aggravate) (a) Calm (b) Excited
Meaning of the other Options- (c) Sharp (d) Simple
Soothe – Quiet SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
Decrease – Reduce Ans. (a) : Aggressive (Assailant), Antonym – Calm
Relieve – Aid, Help (Tranquil)
21. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Meaning of the other Options-
given word. Excited – Agitated
Assert Sharp – Acute/Intense
(a) Abandon (b) Request Simple – Easy
(c) Urge (d) Insist
26. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I
given word.
Ans. (a) : Assert (Claim) Antonym - Abandon - (give AMPLE
up, Renounce)
Meaning of the other Options- (a) Enough (b) Liberal
Request - Plea, Appeal (c) Meagre (d) Sufficient
Urge - Request SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
Insist - Emphasize Ans. (c) : Ample (Sufficient),
22. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Antonym - Meager (Scant)
given word. Meaning of the other Options-
Alert Enough - Sufficient
(a) Ready (b) Careless Liberal - Generous
(c) Active (d) Aware Sufficient - Ample
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
27. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Ans. (b) : Alert (Careful),
Antonym-Careless (Reckless) given word.
Meaning of the other Options- Appal
Ready - Prepared (a) Assure (b) Astound
Active - Energetic/Lively (c) Amaze (d) Alarm
Aware - Conscious SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I
23. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (a) : Appal (Horrify), Antonym - Assure
given word. (Convince)
Advance Meaning of the other Options-
(a) Approach (b) Retreat Astound - Amaze/Surprise
(c) Assemble (d) Progress Amaze - Surprise
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III Alarm - Panic/warning
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28. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (d) : Audacity (Courage/Impertinent), Antonym -
given word. timidity (Cowardice/Coy)
Abundant Meaning of the other words-
(a) Surplus (b) Scarce bravery - Courageousness
(c) Brilliant (d) Rich boldness - Dauntlessness
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I rashness - Eagerness/Hastiness
Ans. (b) : Abundant (Ample/Plentiful), Antonym – 33. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Scarce (Meager/Scanty) given word.
Meaning of the other Options- ACQUIT
(a) replace (b) relieve
Surplus – Extra
(c) leave (d) condemn
Brilliant – Intelligent
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
Rich – Wealthy Ans. (d) : Acquit (Absolve/Exonerate)
29. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Antonym/condemn (Censure/Criticize)
given word. Meaning of the other words-
(a) Present (b) Resent Relieve - Assist/Help
(c) Descent (d) Patent Leave - Renounce/Vacation
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I Replace - Displace
Ans. (c) : Ascent (Crescendo), Antonym - descent 34. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(Declivity) given word.
Meaning of the other Options- APPRISE
(a) inform (b) notify
Present – Current
(c) enlighten (d) hide
Resent – Rage
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
Patent – Copyright/License
Ans. (d) : Apprise (Inform/Notify), Antonym- hide
30. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (Conceal)
given word. Meaning of the other words-
Astound Inform - Tell/Report
Notify - Apprise/Promulgate
(a) Clarify (b) Stun Enlighten - Inform
(c) Confuse (d) Shock 35. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III given word.
Accustomed
Ans. (a) : Astound (amaze/Astonish), Antonym – (a) Terrific (b) Fabulous
clarify (Explain) (c) Ordinary (d) Unusual
Meaning of the other Options- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Stun – Paralyze SSC CGL (Tier-I) –10/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Confuse – Muddle Ans. (d): Accustomed - (Habituated), Antonym,
Unusual - (Abnormal)
Shock – Jerk
Meaning of other words –
31. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Terrific - Horrible
given word. Fabulous - Tremendous
Assiduous Ordinary - Normal
(a) Anxious (b) Destitute 36. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(c) Unique (d) Idle given word.
AFFINITY
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II (a) aversion (b) weakness
Ans. (d) : Assiduous (Hardworking/diligent), Antonym (c) inclination (d) attraction
- Idle (Inactive/Dormant) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Meaning of the other words- Ans. (a): Affinity - (Congeniality) is Antonym,
Anxious - Vexed/worried Aversion - (Hate)
Destitute - Impoverished/Poor Meaning of other words –
Attraction - Charm
Unique - Special/Exclusive Inclination - Tendency
32. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Weakness - Vulnerability
given word. 37. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
AUDACITY given word.
(a) rashness (b) bravery Anxiety
(a) Certainty (b) Restlessness
(c) boldness (d) timidity (c) Nervousness (d) Panic
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a): Anxiety - (Perplexity) is Antonym, Certainty - Ans. (a): Ascent - (Crescendo/Rise), Antonym -
(Assurance/Doubtless) Descent- (Declivity)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Restlessness – Discomfort/Impatience Depression - Sadness/Despair
Nervousness - Fidgetiness
Decent - Civilized/Elegant
Panic – Fear/Anxiety
Distant - Far a way
38. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. 43. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
AMBIGUOUS given word.
(a) ambitious (b) rare ABSURD
(c) vague (d) clear (a) Sensitive (b) Sentimental
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) (c) Selfish (d) Sensible
Ans. (d): 'Ambiguous' – (Vague), Antonym - clear – SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(Transparent) Ans. (d): Absurd - (Foolish/Stupid), Antonym
Meaning of other words – Sensible - (Conscious/Aware)
Ambitious – Desirous/Wishful Meaning of other words –
Rare - Scarce Sensitive – Emotional
Vague - Unclear Sentimental – Soft-hearted
39. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Selfish - Egotist
given word. 44. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
ADMONISH given word.
(a) warn (b) scold ACQUIT
(c) chide (d) applaud (a) Evict (b) Forgive
(c) Convict (d) Clear
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/10/2012 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Acquit- (Exonerate), Antonym - Convict-
Ans. (d): Admonish - (Reprimand/Chide), Antonym -
Applaud (Praise) (Denounce/Impute)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Warn - Caution Forgive - Pardon
Scold - Rebuke Clear - Apparent
Chide - Damn Evict – Expel/Banish
40. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 45. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
ALIVE ARROGANCE
(a) active (b) life (a) superiority (b) sweetness
(c) humility (d) vanity
(c) dead (d) living
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): Arrogance - (Conceited/Haughty), Antonym
Ans. (c): Alive - (Living), Antonym - Dead (Expired)
Meaning of other words – - Humility (Modesty/Courtesy)
Active - animate Meaning of other words –
Life - Existence Superiority- Excellence/Supremacy
Living - Livelihood Sweetness- Delicacy/Sugariness
Vanity - Pride
41. Select the antonym of the given word.
46. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
AGONY
given word.
(a) anxiety (b) distress ACCEPT
(c) comfort (d) misery (a) Reject (b) Acquire
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) (c) Obtain (d) Release
Ans. (c): 'Agony' - (Anguish), Antonym - Comfort SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(Ease)
Meaning of other words – Ans. (a): Accept - (Admit), Antonym - Reject (Denial)
Anxiety - Worry Meaning of other words –
Distress - Hazard/Danger Acquire - Occupy
Miser - Niggard Obtain - Get
42. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Release – Discharge/Liberation
given word. 47. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
ASCENT given word.
(a) descent (b) depression APPLAUD
(c) decent (d) distant (a) denounce (b) magnify
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) – 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) (c) commend (d) approve
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a): Applaud - (Praise), Antonym - Denounce - Ans. (d): Amass- (Collect/Accumulate) Antonym-
(impute/Accuse) Distribute (Divide)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Magnify – Elongate/Increase Collect- Accumulate/Congregate
Commend - Admire Horde- Throng/Mob
Approve - Sanction
Heap- Pile/Mass
48. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. 53. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
AWARE given word.
(a) impervious (b) ignorant ADVANCE
(c) robust (d) resilient (a) shift (b) move
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) (c) progress (d) retreat
Ans. (b): Aware - (Conscious/Informed), Antonym - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ignorant - (Unknown/Unfamiliar) Ans. (d): Advance- (Progress) Antonym- Retreat
Meaning of other words – (Digress/Recoil)
Impervious – Impregnable/Impermeable Meaning of other words –
Robust - Strong Shift- Displace
Resilient - Flexible Move- Ploy
49. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Progress- Advancement/Rise
given word. 54. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
ADEPT given word.
(a) proficient (b) deft ARROGANT
(c) expert (d) inept (a) humble (b) rough
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) (c) bold (d) uncouth
Ans. (d): Adept – (Skillful/Dexterous), Antonym - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Inept (Unworthy/Unfit) Ans. (a): Arrogant- (Conceited/Haughty) Antonym-
Meaning of other words – humble (Modest)
Proficient – Experienced/Versed Meaning of other words –
Deft - Efficient Uncouth- Clumsy
Expert – Specialist/Master Bold- Dauntless/Courageous
50. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Rough- Uncivilized/Rude
given word. 55. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
ADORN given word.
(a) Subdue (b) Disfigure ASCENT
(c) Enrich (d) Grace (a) nascent (b) descent
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) (c) crescent (d) recent
Ans. (b): Adorn - (Decorate/Prettify), Antonym - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Disfigure (Deface/Impair) Ans. (b): Ascent- (Crescendo) Antonym - Descent
Meaning of other words – (Declivity)
Subdue - Quell Meaning of other words –
Enrich - Aggrandize Nascent- Newborn
Grace – Pity/Compassion Crescent- Growing
Recent- Modern
51. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. 56. Select the most appropriate Antonym of the
Abstract given word.
(a) Elusive (b) Concrete Accessible
(c) Intangible (d) Vague (a) Reachable (b) Stressed
(c) Attainable (d) Restricted
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b): Abstract- (Intangible/Abstract), Antonym -
Ans. (d): Accessible- (Handy/Facile), Antonym -
Concrete (Ignoble) Restricted (Bounded/Banned)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Elusive- Illusory Stressed- Emphasize/Pressurize
Vague- Ambiguous/Unclear Attainable- Obtainable
Intangible- Abstract/Immaterial Reachable- Accessible
52. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 57. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
AMASS ABBREVIATE
(a) collect (b) horde (a) Expand (b) Dispute
(c) heap (d) distribute (c) Oppose (d) Challenge
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a): Abbreviate– (Brief/Compress), Antonym - Ans. (c): Auspicious- (Propitious), Antonym -
Expand (Enlarge/Extend) Unlucky (Unfortunate)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Dispute–Controversy/Fight Bright- Gleaming/Effulgent
Oppose–Deprecate Happy- Cheerful
Challenge–Objection Timely- Opportune
58. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 63. In the following question, out of the given four
given word. alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
AGITATE meaning of the given word.
(a) Argue (b) Clam Arid
(c) Excite (d) Impress (a) Firtlie (b) Desert
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) (c) Thirsty (d) Dusty
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b): 'Agitate'- (Protest), Antonym- Calm (Quiet)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (a): Arid- (Barren/Dry), Antonym - Fertile
'Argue' – Contend , (Fecund)
Meaning of other words –
'Excite' – Thrill/Stir, Desert – Wilderness/Torrid
'Impress' - Influence Thirsty – Parched
59. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Dusty – Grubby/Mucky
given word. 64. In the following question, out of the given four
APEX alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
(a) Asset (b) Base meaning of the given word.
(c) Force (d) Pinnacle Apposite
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II) (a) Suitable (b) Inappropriate
Ans. (b): 'Apex'- (Acme), Antonym - 'Base' (c) Timely (d) Relevant
(Foundation)~ SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words– Ans. (b): Apposite - (Appropriate), Antonym -
Asset - Property, Inappropriate - (Unsuitable)
Force – Power/Strength, Meaning of other words–
Suitable – Preferable/Ideal
Pinnacle - Summit Timely – Opportune,
60. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Relevant - pertinent
given word. 65. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
ALTRUISTIC given word.
(a) Outstanding (b) Selfish Approve
(c) Serene (d) Soft-spoken (a) Agree (b) Reject
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) (c) Appeal (d) Confirm
Ans. (b): Altruistic– (Unselfish), Antonym - 'Selfish' SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(Egotist) Ans. (b): Approve- (Approbation/Sanction), Antonym
Meaning of other words – - Reject (Deny/Refuse)~
Outstanding –Due/Unpaid Meaning of other words –
Serene - Calm Agree - Concur
Soft-spoken - Gentle Appeal - Plead
61. In the following question, out of the given four Confirm - Vouch
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in 66. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
meaning of the given word. given word.
Astonish Acute
(a) Surprise (b) Shock (a) Dark (b) Clever
(c) Startle (d) Calm (c) Grave (d) Blunt
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): Astonish- (Astound), Antonym - Calm Ans. (d): Acute- (Sharp), Antonym - Blunt
(Dull/Flat)~
(Pacify) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words– Dark - Dim
Surprise - ‘Bewilderment’ Clever - Adroit
Shock or Startle - ‘Flabbergast’~ Grave – Serious/Vital
62. In the following Question, Out of the given four 67. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
alternatives, select the one in which is opposite word.
the given word. Attract
Auspicious (a) Charm (b) Repel
(a) Bright (b) Happy (c) Praise (d) Lure
(c) Unlucky (d) Timely SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b): Attract (Captivate/Enchant), Antonym - Ans. (d): Adamant - (Rigorous), Antonym - Flexible
Repel (Hate) (Pliable/Malleable)
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words –
Praise – Admire, Coherent – Apparent/Clear
Stubborn – Obdurate / Obstinate
Lure - Entice, Stupid – Dumb, Silly
Charm – Glamour, Attractiveness 73. Select the antonym of the given word.
68. Select the most appropriate antonym of the ASSAULT
word. (a) Defend (b) Offend
ABUNDANT (c) Strike (d) Agree
(a) Copious (b) Plentiful SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) Scarce (d) Ample Ans. (a): Assault - (Attack), Antonym - Defend
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) (Protect/Safeguard)
Ans. (c): Abundant- (Bountiful), Antonym - Scarce Meaning of other words–
(Mearge/Scant) Offend- (Dishonor),
Strike- Down tool,
Meaning of other words – Agree- Consent
Copious - Profuse
74. Select the antonym of the given word.
Plentiful - Galore ABOLISH
Ample - Plenty (a) Build (b) Affirm
69. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (c) Cancel (d) Finish
word. SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
APPLAUD Ans. (a): Abolish-(Terminate), Antonym- Build
(a) Cheer (b) Criticize (Construct)
(c) Praise (d) Clap Meaning of other words –
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) Affirm – Assert/declare
Ans. (b): APPLAUD- (Admire), Antonym - Criticize Cancel - Rescind
(Denigrate/Lambaste) Finish - Conclude
Meaning of other words –
Cheer – Merriment/Joy B
Praise – Commend 75. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Clap - Applause given word.
70. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Benign
word. (a) Favorable (b) Wicked
AFFLUENCE (c) Friendly (d) Cheerful
(a) Prosperity (b) Luxury SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
(c) Poverty (d) Richness Ans. (b) : Benign (kind, Gentle), Antonym - Wicked
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III) (Vicious)
Ans. (c): Affluence - (Prosperity), Antonym - Poverty Meaning of the other options-
(Destitution/Indigence) Friendly - Amiable, cordial
Meaning of other words– Favorable - Compatiable
Luxury – Enjoyment, Cheerful - Hilarious
Richness – Wealth/Success 76. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
71. Select the most appropriate antonym of the underlined word.
word. As a boy, Charles was a boor who bullied other
AMBIGUOUS kids in his neighbourhood.
(a) Strange (b) Uncertain (a) creep (b) scum
(c) Clear (d) Indefinite (c) blighter (d) gentleman
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): 'Ambiguous'- (Unclear/Obscure), Antonym - Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, 'Gentleman' is the most
'Clear' (Comprehensible, Direct) appropriate antonym of the underlined word boor
Meaning of other words – (barbarian).
Strange-Odd/Peculiar The other options give different meaning–
Uncertain-Unsure Creep :- crawl.
Indefinite- Unlimited/Infinite Scum :- worthless people, trash.
72. Select the antonym of the give word. Blighter :- a persistently annoying person.
Adamant 77. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) Coherent (b) Stubborn capitalised word in the given sentence.
(c) Stupid (d) Flexible Taking a BRISK walk can often induce a
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) feeling of well-being.
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(a) Slow (b) Late night Ans. (c) : Beneficial (Advantageous), Antonym→
(c) Dusky (d) Quick Harmful (Detrimental)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) Meaning of the other Options-
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the Fearful - Afraid
Hopeful - Optimistic
capitalized word 'Brisk' in the given sentence is word
'slow.' Careful - Wary
The meaning of the option is - 82. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Late night means - midnight given word.
Dusky means - Gloomy, dims BORING
(a) enduring (b) exciting
Quick means - prompt, brisk
(c) supporting (d) preventing
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
78. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (b) : Boring (Dull/Monotonous), Antonym-
underlined word in the following sentence. exciting (Thrilling/Interesting)
The doctor assured the patient that the tumour Meaning of the other words-
was benign and could be easily removed Enduring - Everlasting/Tolerate
(a) Sterile (b) Kind Supporting - Help/Assist
(c) Favourable (d) Malignant Preventing - Stop/Avoid
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II) 83. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the above given word.
underlined word 'benign' (kindly) is 'malignant' BLUNT
(deadly). (a) Dull (b) Sharp
Meaning of other options – (c) Round (d) Pointless
SSC CPO-SI–12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Sterile – Arid, Barren, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Kind – Sort, Variant, Ans. (b): Blunt – Unsharpened/Thick, Antonym, Sharp
Favourable –suited, Congruent – Edged/ Pointed
79. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Meaning of other words –
underlined word in the following sentence. Dull – Sluggish/Lethargic,
The fields remained barren despite the efforts Round - Circular,
of the local administration and agricultural Pointless - Senseless
scientists. 84. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(a) Damp (b) Fertile given word.
(c) Sterile (d) Unforgiving BRAVERY
(a) heroism (b) strength
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) (c) cowardice (d) courage
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate antonym of the above SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
underlined word 'barren' is 'fertile'. Ans. (c): Bravery - (Boldness), Antonym, Cowardice -
Meaning of other options – (Timidity)
Damp – Wet, Moist, Meaning of other words –
Sterile – Neuter, Barren, Strength - Power,
Unforgiving – Grim, Revengeful, Courage - Velour,
80. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Heroism – Valiance
given word. 85. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
BABBLE given word.
Blemish
(a) DRIVEL (b) SENSE (a) Perfection (b) Stain
(c) JARGON (d) GIBBERISH (c) Damage (d) Discoloration
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : Babble (Delirium) - Antonym - Sense (Spirit) Ans. (a): Blemish - (Fault/ disfigurement), Antonym,
Meaning of other word- Perfection - (Excellence)
Gibberish - Splutter Meaning of other words –
Jargon - Murmur Stain - Spot,
Drivel - Slaver / Haver Damage - Harm,
Discoloration – Streak/ Tarnishing
81. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 86. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Beneficial BOLD
(a) Fearful (b) Hopeful (a) confident (b) cheeky
(c) Harmful (d) Careful (c) brave (d) timid
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Ans. (d): 'Bold' - Intrepid, Antonym - Timid Ans. (a): Better- (Superior), Antonym - Worse
(Frightened) (Substandard/Inferior)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Confident – Optimistic/Poised Worst - Lowest
Cheeky – Pert/Impudent Bad - Poor
Brave – Courageous Good - fine
87. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 92. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. word.
BRUTAL BOISTEROUS
(a) fierce (b) sane (a) Stormy (b) Loud
(c) savage (d) humane (c) Noisy (d) Peaceful
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): 'Boisterous'- (Thundery), Antonym -
Ans. (d): Brutal - (Vicious/Cruel), Antonym - 'Peaceful'- (Tranquil)
Humane (Kind/Considerate) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Stormy – blustery/Windy
Fierce- Aggressive/Dangerous, Loud – Raucous
Savage- Ferocious, Noisy - Clamorous
Sane- Rational 93. Select the antonym of the given word.
88. Select the most appropriate antonym of the BLESS
given word. (a) Purify (b) Sanctify
BESEECH (c) Wish (d) Curse
(a) Command (b) Exhort SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Invoke (d) Implore Ans. (d): Bless - (Benediction), Antonym - Curse
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) (Anathema)
Ans. (a): Beseech - (Beg/Implore), Antonym Meaning of other words–
'Command' (Order) Purify – Clean/Decontaminate,
Meaning of other words– Sanctify - Consecrate,
Invoke - (Pray), Wish - Desire
Implore - (Entreat/ Request),
Exhort - (Encourage)
C
89. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 94. Select the appropriate antonym for the
given word: underlined word.
BUOYANT The arms and legs lay in a careless way.
(a) Neutral (b) Bouncy (a) Forgetful (b) Unsafe
(c) Gloomy (d) Cheerful (c) Neglectful (d) Vigilant
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): Buoyant- (Blithe/Happy), Antonym - Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym for the
Gloomy (Despondent/dejected) underlined word 'careless' will be 'vigilant'
Meaning of other words – Meaning of the other words are-
Neutral – Impartial Forgetful means- Absent minded
Bouncy – Springy Unsafe means- unanimous, perilous
Cheerful – Joyful Neglectful means- Negligent
90. Selection the most appropriate ANTONYM of Thus, the correct answer is option (d)
the given word.
BENEVOLENT 95. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) Friendly (b) Generous underlined word.
(c) Liberal (d) Stingy She chided her son for being impatient with the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I) customers.
Ans. (d): Benevolent - (Gracious), Antonym - Stingy (a) applauded (b) scolded
(Parsimonious) (c) rebuked (d) reproved
Meaning of other words – SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Friendly– Amiable, Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the
Generous– Magnanimous, Underlined word 'chided' (Rebuke) is 'applauded'
Liberal– Free/Nonpartisan (appreciate)/praise.
91. Select the most appropriate antonym of the The meaning of the other words is–
word. Scolded means – Castigated
Better Rebuked means – Reprimand
(a) Worse (b) Worst
Reproved means – scolded
(c) Bad (d) Good
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct answer is option (a).

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96. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 100. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
underlined word in the given sentence. the given word.
Many confessed after the physical torture by 'Cupidity'
the cops. (a) Largesse (b) Hatred
(a) Revealed (b) Acknowledged (c) Greed (d) Avarice
(c) Denied (d) Recognised SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (a) : Cupidity - Antonym - 'Largesse'
Ans. (c) : The most apposite antonym of the underlined Meaning of other word-
word 'confessed' will be {Admission of hauing done Avarice → Solicitation
something wrong Greed → Seduction
option (c) denied, which means 'refusal to admit or Hatred → Disgust
accept something. 101. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Meaning of other options are– underlined word in the given sentence.
Revealed – To make a secret known The library sessions were conducive for healthy
Acknowledged – To admit that something is true or discussions.
exists (a) Invaluable (b) Unfavourable
Recognized –To perceive to be the same as something (c) Integrated (d) Exclusive
previously seen of known SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : In the above sentence, Antonym of
97. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word 'conducive' (Helpful) is 'Unfavourable'
underlined word. (Repugnant). Other options give different meaning.
Wealthier countries are obligated to fulfil a Invaluable - Priceless
commitment made in the Paris Agreement to Integrated - Unified
provide $100 billion a year in international Exclusive - Unique
climate finance.
102. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) hale (b) feeble underlined word in the given sentence.
(c) drape (d) breach We had hundreds of courageous scientists.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I) (a) diffident (b) gutsy
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the (c) audacious (d) valiant
given underlined word ' commitment' is 'breach' SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
(outrage)' Ans. (a) : Courageous (Bold), Antonym - Diffident
Meaning of other options– (Bashful)
Hale – Robust Meaning of the other Options-
Feeble – Weakly Gutsy – Windly
Drape – Hang Audacious – Daring
98. Identify the most appropriate ANTONYM of Valiant – Gallant
the underlined word in the given sentence. 103. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Precious stones are expensive because they are given word.
not common. Criticise
(a) Extinct (b) Abundant (a) Prevent (b) Forgive
(c) Disappoint (d) Praise
(c) Natural (d) Rare
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : Criticize (Condemn), Antonym - Praise
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the above (Admire)
underlined word 'Common' is 'Rare'. Meaning of the other Options-
Meaning of other options – Prevent → Stop/Interrupt
Extinct – Destructed, Forgive → Pardon/Excuse
Abundant –Copious, Disappoint → Sadden
Natural – Physical,
104. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
99. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to given word.
the given word. Camaraderie
'Contempt' (a) Friendship (b) Companionship
(a) Approbation (b) Opprobrium (c) Amity (d) Dislike
(c) Odium (d) Obloquy SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (d) : Camaraderie (Amicability/Friendliness),
Ans. (a) : 'Contempt' - Antonym - ''Approbation'' Antonym - Dislike (Aversion/Enmity)
Meaning of other word- Meaning of the other Options-
Opprobrium → Disdain Friendship →Cordiality
Obloquy → Insult Companionship →Brotherhood
Odium → Hatred Amity → Friendliness
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105. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (c) : "Candid" (Frank/out spoken) Antonym -
given word. deceitful (Dishonest/charlatan)
CENTRE Meaning of the other words-
(a) Periphery (b) Definite Blunt – Unsharp
(c) Mainstream (d) Clear Sincere – Honest/Genuine
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III Unconventional – Unorthodox
Ans. (a) : Centre (Hub/Core/midpoint), Antonym - 110. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Periphery (Circumference) given word.
Meaning of the other Options- Callous
Definite - Certain/Sure (a) Cold (b) Insensitive
Mainstream - Orthodox/Popular (c) Caring (d) Hardened
Clear - Neat/ Apparent SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (c) : Callous (Unkind, ruthless), Antonym-
106. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
caring- (Loving, Warm-hearted)
given word.
Meaning of the other Options-
CLENCH
Cold- Cool, chill
(a) Relax (b) Clasp Insensitive- Heartless, Indifferent
(c) Tighten (d) Hold Hardened- Tough
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I
111. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Ans. (a) : clench (Depress), Antonym - Relax (Calm) given word.
Meaning of the other Options- Certainty
Clasp – Grip (a) Unreasonable (b) Prolong
Tighten – Stretched (c) Doubt (d) Divulge
Hold – Catch SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
107. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (c) : Certainty (Necessarily), Antonym Doubt
given word. (Suspicion)
Constrict Meaning of the other Options-
(a) Choke (b) Cramp Unreasonable – Causeless
(c) Smite (d) Stretch Prolong – Lengthen
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II Divulge – Reveal, Disclose
Ans. (d) : Constrict (Narrowness), Antonym - Stretch 112. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word.
(Expansion/Elasticity) Criticise
Meaning of the other words- (a) Analyze (b) Oppose
Choke – Smother (c) Clarify (d) Approve
Cramp – Twist/Bend SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III
Smite – Kill/beat Ans. (d) : Criticize - (Censure/Condemn)
Antonym - Approve - (Praise/Confirm)
108. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Meaning of the other Options-
given word. Analyze - Examine/Scrutiny
Comely Oppose - Resist
(a) Grandiloquent (b) Grotesque Clarify - Elucidate
(c) Gregarious (d) Gorgeous 113. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III given word.
Crisp
Ans. (b) : Comely - (Delightful/Elegant) Antonym - (a) Tender (b) Fresh
Grotesque - (Bizarre/Clumsy) (c) Rotten (d) Hard
Meaning of the other words- SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
Grandiloquent - Bombastic/Pompous Ans. (a) : Crisp (Crunchy), Antonym, Tender (Soft)
Gregarious - Social/Companionable Meaning of the other Options-
Gorgeous - Splendid/Grandiose Fresh – New/Refresh
109. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Rotten– Decayed
word in bold in the following sentence. Hard – Difficult/Solid
Her candid remarks impressed the Board of 114. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
members. given word.
(a) blunt (b) sincere CONFINE
(a) restrain (b) imprison
(c) deceitful (d) unconventional (c) detain (d) liberate
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Ans. (d) : Confine(Limit/Bound) antonym - liberate Ans. (b): 'Crucial' – Pivotal/Important, Antonym -
(Emancipate/Release) Trivial – Insignificant
Meaning of the other words- Meaning of other words –
restrain–Control/Curb Essential - Indispensable
imprison–Jail/Lockup Urgent – Emergency/High priority
detain–Arrest/Apprehend Stable - Permanent
115. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 120. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
CONSERVE Compassion
(a) maintain (b) support (a) concern (b) meanness
(c) destroy (d) preserve (c) sympathy (d) kindness
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12/11/2021 SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
(Shift-I) Ans. (b): Compassion – (Solicitude/Empathy),
Ans. (c): Conserve (Protect/Guard), Antonym destroy Antonym - Meanness - (Enormity)
(Demolish/Damage) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words– Concern - Worry
maintain - Preserve / Sustain Sympathy- Commiseration,
support - Help/Aid Kindness – Benevolence
Preserve - Retain / safeguard 121. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
116. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
given word. CALM
CONGENIAL (a) Still (b) Excited
(a) Merciful (b) Mellow (c) Restful (d) Cool
(c) Mild (d) Mean SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08/08/2022 (Shift-II) Ans. (b): Calm – (Serene/Quit), Antonym - excited
Ans. (d) : Congenial (Unison/Balancing), Antonym (thrilled/Stir)
Mean (Insignficant/Frivolous) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words– Still - Motionless
Merciful - Kind/Pitiful Restful - Relaxed
Mellow - Melodic/sweet Cool - Calm
Mild - Gentle/Placid
122. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
117. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
given word. COVETOUS
Clandestine (a) mercenary (b) avaricious
(a) Heavy (b) Honest (c) acquisitive (d) benevolent
(c) Dressed (d) Opaque
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b): Clandestine - (Surreptitious), Antonym, Ans. (d): Covetous - (Rapacious), Antonym -
Honest - (Candid/Upright) benevolent (Kind)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Heavy - Large, Opaque – Non-Transparent/Blurred, Mercenary- Money-Grubbing/Grasping
Dressed - Attired Avaricious- Greedy
118. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Acquisitive- Materialistic/Possessive
given word. 123. Select the antonym of the given word.
Captivity COMIC
(a) Prosperity (b) Freedom (a) amusing (b) tragic
(c) Tumble (d) Elevate (c) awkward (d) absurd
SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : Captivity - (Imprisonment), Ans. (b): 'Comic' - (Funny, Humorous), Antonym-
Antonym - freedom (Liberation)
Meaning of the other Options- Tragic (Disastrous)
Prosperity - Affluence Meaning of other words –
Tumble - Fall Absurd - Preposterous
Elevate - Raising Amusing - Entertaining/Rollicking
119. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Awkward - Clumsy
given word. 124. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
CRUCIAL given word.
(a) Essential (b) Trivial CONTIGUOUS
(c) Urgent (d) Stable (a) separated (b) contactual
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) neighbouring (d) adjoining
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Ans. (a): Contiguous- (Adjacent), Antonym - separated 130. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(Distant, Segregated )~ given word.
Meaning of other words – COMPLACENT
Contactual- Closest, Abutting, Neighbouring –Nearest, (a) humble (b) satisfied
Preserve, Adjoining- Proximate (c) confident (d) trusted
125. Select the most appropriate antonym of the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I)
given word. Ans. (a): Complacent- (Content, Smug), Antonyms -
CONSUME Humble- (Niggard)
(a) save (b) absorb Meaning of other words –
(c) exhaust (d) devour Satisfied- Contended
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) Confident- Guaranteed
Ans. (a): Consume- (Ingest/Dissipate), Antonym- Save Trusted- Credible, Reliable
(Conserve, Preserve) 131. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Meaning of other words – Absorb- Assimilate/Imbibe, given word.
Exhaust- Enervate, Fatigue, Devour – Gobble/Munch CHRONIC
126. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (a) continuing (b) infrequent
given word. (c) routine (d) regular
CULPABLE SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) offensive (b) innocent Ans. (b): Chronic- (Old) Antonym- Infrequent (rare,
(c) reserved (d) disagreeable Unique)
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words –
Ans. (b): Culpable - (Guilty), Antonym - innocent Continuing- Ongoing, Relentless
(Guiltless) Routine- Procedure, Visual, Everyday
Meaning of other words – Regular- Frequent, continual, Perpetual
offensive – hurtful/Derogatory, reserved - Booked, 132. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
disagreeable - Objectionable given word.
127. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the CENSURE
given word. (a) distrust (b) criticism
CHIVALROUS (c) praise (d) shame
(a) annoyed (b) valiant SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) indignant (d) cowardly Ans. (c): Censure- (Stricture), Antonym- praise
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) (Admire)
Ans. (d): Chivalrous- (Valiant, Bold), Antonym - Meaning of other words –
Distrust- Wariness
Cowardly (timorous, Pusillanimous) Criticism- Denunciation
Meaning of other words – Annoyed- (Irritated), Shame- Shyness
(Irked/Piqued) Valiant- Valorous, Indignant- 133. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(Miffed/Resentful) given word.
128. Select the most appropriate antonym of the CORROBORATE
given word. (a) confirm (b) contradict
COMPLY (c) approve (d) verify
(a) Defer (b) Adhere SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) Consent (d) Oppose Ans. (b): Corroborate- (Validate,/Confirm), Antonym -
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Contradict (Refute, Rebut)
Ans. (d): Comply- (Obey, Follow), Antonym - Meaning of other words –
Oppose (Resist, Dissent, Disobey) Approve (Sanction), Verify (Vindicate, Substantiate),
Meaning of other words – Defer – (Adjourn, Confirm (Prove, Certify)
Postpone), Adhere – (Follow, Observe), Consent –
(Assent, Accord) 134. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word.
129. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
CONCEALED
given word.
Conclusive (a) Masked (b) Revealed
(a) Ambiguous (b) Clear (c) Discussed (d) Hidden
(c) Undeniable (d) Decisive SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (b): 'Concealed' - (Shrouded, Covered),
Ans. (a): Conclusive- (Decisive/Demonstrative), Antonym- 'Revealed' (Exposed, Disclosed)
Antonyms - Ambiguous (Equivocal) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Clear (Lucid, Transparent), Masked - Camouflaged
decisive (Final, Deciding), Undeniable (Indisputable, Discussed – Debated,
Indubitable Hidden - Unrevealed
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135. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 140. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word:
CASUAL CONTEMPLATE
(a) Planned (b) Immature (a) Deify (b) Conceive
(c) Inspirational (d) Informal (c) Ignore (d) Meditate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Casual - (Random, Spontaneous), Antonym Ans. (c): 'contemplate' - (Ponder), Antonym - 'Ignore'
- Planned (Orchestrated Devised) (Neglect, Avoid)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words–
Immature – Callow, Inexperienced, Deify – Venerate, Worship,
Inspirational – Motivational, Conceive - formulate,
Informal - Causal Pregnant, Meditate - Ruminate
136. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 141. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word:
CLOUDY COARSE
(a) Transparent (b) Indefinite (a) Common (b) Colourful
(c) Murky (d) Vague (c) Refined (d) Vulgar
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c): 'Coarse' – (Unrefined), Antonym 'Refined'
Ans. (a): Cloudy - (Murky, Dull), Antonym -
(Purified)
'transparent' (Clear)
Meaning of other words – Common - General,
Meaning of other words –
Indefinite – Infinite, Limitless Colourful - Jazzy, Motley, Vulgar - Indecent
Murky – Dim, Glormy 142. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Vague – Hazy, Indistinct given word.
137. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the CONVENIENCE
(a) Enjoyment (b) Satisfaction
given word. (c) Assistance (d) Hindrance
COMPATRIOT SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(a) Brethren (b) Countryman
(c) Outsider (d) Insider Ans. (d): 'Convenience'- (Comfort), Antonym -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) 'Hindrance' (Obstruction)
Ans. (c): Compatriot – (Countryman), Antonym - Meaning of other words –
Enjoyment - Pleasure, Satisfaction - Contentment,
Outsider (Alien, Stranger) Assistance - Aid
Meaning of other words –
143. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Brethren – Sibling given word.
Countryman – Fellow, Citizen CANDID
Insider – Internal (a) Genuine (b) Frank
138. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (c) Truthful (d) Devious
given word: SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I)
CAUSTIC Ans. (d): Candid - (Frank, Forthright), Antonym -
(a) Sarcastic (b) Kind Devious (Deceitful)
(c) Scary (d) Bitter
Meaning of other words – Genuine- (Real, Authentic),
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Frank- (Unequivocal), Truthful - Sincere
Ans. (b): CAUSTIC- (Severe/Strict), Antonym - Kind
144. In the following question, out of the given four
(Gracious) alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
Meaning of other words – meaning of the given word.
Sarcastic – Scathing Coarse
Scary – Terrifying (a) Cheap (b) Common
Bitter – Acrid (c) Foul (d) Gentle
139. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
given word. Ans. (d): Coarse- (Oafish, Loutish), Antonym -
CONSPICUOUS Gentle (humble)
(a) Noticeable (b) Distinct Meaning of other words –
(c) Apparent (d) Obscure Cheap – Economical, Affordable, Common –
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I) General, Foul – Disagreeable, Unscrupulous.
Ans. (d): 'Conspicuous' - (Prominent, Specific), 145. In the following question, out of the given four
Antonym - Obscure (Unclear, Uncertain) alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
Meaning of other words – meaning of the given word.
Cease
Noticeable– Perceptible (a) Pause (b) Desist
Distinct– Clear, Marked (c) Terminate (d) Continue
Apparent– Manifest, Obvious SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (d): Cease - (End), Antonym - Continue 151. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(Pursue) given word.
Meaning of other words – Comic
Pause – Halt (a) Tickle (b) Happy
Desist – Refrain (c) Tragic (d) Jubilant
Terminate – Discontinue SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
146. In the following question, out of the given four Ans. (c): Comic - (Funny), Antonym -Tragic
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in (Disastrous)
meaning of the given word. Meaning of other words –
Circuitous Tickle – Amuse, Excite, Happy - Joyful,
(a) Circular (b) Direct Jubilant – Exultant
(c) Long way (d) Roundabout 152. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II) word.
Ans. (b): Circuitous - (Meandering), Antonym - Congested
Direct - (Straight) (a) Cleared (b) Crowded
Meaning of other words – Circular – Round, Long (c) Choked (d) Crammed
way - Distance, Roundabout - Rotary SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I)
147. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (a): 'Congested'- (Crowded), Antonym - cleared
given word. (Free, Rid)
Crooked Meaning of other words –
(a) Curved (b) Straight Crowded - Thronged
(c) Spiral (d) Bent Choked - Block
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Crammed - Packed
Ans. (b): Crooked-(Crafty, Dodgy), Antonym -
153. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Straight (Direct) word.
Meaning of other words – CURTAIL
Curved - Loop (a) Reduce (b) Decrease
Spiral - Curl, Gyre (c) Enlarge (d) lessen
Bent - Twisted SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
148. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (c): 'Curtail'- (Reduce/Cut), Antonym - 'Enlarge'
given word.
Captivity (Expand)
(a) Liberty (b) Imprisonment Meaning of other words – Reduce– Lower, Shrink,
(c) Cheer (d) Offense Decrease– Diminish, Lessen– Minimize
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) 154. Select the antonym of the given word.
Ans. (a): 'Captivity'- (Incarceration), Antonym - Coarse
Liberty (Freedom) (a) Ragged (b) Attractive
Meaning of other words – (c) Smooth (d) Shiny
Imprisonment - Confinement SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Cheer - Encourage Ans. (c): Coarse- (Rough), Antonym - Smooth
Offense - Crime (Plain)
149. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Meaning of other words –
given word. Ragged - Craggy
Cautious Attractive - Charming
(a) Discreet (b) Negligent Shiny - Bright
(c) Prudent (d) Alert 155. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I) word.
Ans. (b): Cautious - (Heedful, Wary), Antonym - Confront
Negligent (Careless) (a) Avoid (b) Oppose
Meaning of other words – Discreet – Judicious, (c) Encounter (d) Meet
Prudent – sagacious, Alert - Careful SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
150. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (a): Confront- (Challenge/Face), Antonym -
given word. Avoid (Shun, Elude, Ignore)
Current Meaning of other words –
(a) General (b) Modern Oppose - Resist
(c) Past (d) Present Encounter- Skirmish
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) Meet – Intermingle
Ans. (c): Current- (Contemporary), Antonym - past 156. Select the antonym of the given word.
(Previous) CREATE
Meaning of other words –
(a) Develop (b) Deploy
General - Common, Modern - Recent,
(c) Derive (d) Destroy
Present – Instant, Existing SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d): Create- (Generate/ Design), Antonym - Ans. (b) : The most appropriate antonym for the
destroy (Destruct, Demolish) bracketed word 'discourage' is 'persuade' (coax).
Meaning of other words – other words are-
Develop - Evolve Intolerable means- unbearable
Deploy - post, Employ, Locate Industrious means- Diligent
Derive - Obtain, Gain Construe means- Comment
157. Select the antonym of the given word. Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
CONSENSUS 162. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
(a) Disagreement (b) Consent the given word.
(c) Agreement (d) Harmony Desert
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (a) Bereft (b) Forlorn
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Migrate (d) Populate
Ans. (a): 'Consensus'- (Concord), Antonym - SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
Disagreement (Dissent, Contention) Ans. (d) : The opposite meaning of the above word –
Meaning of other words – ‘Desert’ is ‘Populate’.
Consent – Assent, Accord Meaning of other options-
Agreement – Concurrence Bereft – Loopy, Mania,
Harmony – Union Forlorn – Orphaned, hopeless,
158. Select the antonym of the given word. Migrate – Transmigrate, Emigrate,
COURTEOUS Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(a) Impartial (b) Rude 163. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(c) Detached (d) Independent given word.
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
Discreet
Ans. (b): Courteous - (Polite), Antonym - Rude (a) Open (b) Release
(Insolent) (c) Lose (d) Zenith
Meaning of other words – Impartial - Neutral, SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Detached - Disconnected, Independent - Free Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the above
159. Select the antonym of the given word given word – ‘Discreet’ is ‘open’.
CONTRARY Meaning of other options-
(a) Neutral (b) Balanced Release – Acquittal,
(c) Agreeable (d) Predetermined Lose – Mislay,
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II) Zenith – Acme,
Ans. (c): Contrary - (Opposite), Antonym - Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Agreeable (Favorable) 164. Select the appropriate antonym for the
Meaning of other words – underlined word. I stare out into the really
Neutral - Unbiased, Balanced - Stabilized, amazingly dark night.
Predetermined – Fixed, Prearranged (a) unusually (b) obviously
160. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (c) shockingly (d) astonishingly
given word. SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
CONVEX Ans. (b) : The opposite meaning for the underlined
(a) Opaque (b) Dense word 'dark' is 'obviously'.
(c) Concave (d) Transparent Meaning of other options –
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III)
Unusually :- Remarkably,
Ans. (c): Convex - (Curvilinear, Arched, outcurve), Shockingly :- disgraceful,
Antonym - Concave (Incurved, Indented) Astonishingly :- Amazingly,
Meaning of other words – Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
Opaque – Filmy, blurred, Dense - Thick, Transparent
165. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
- Clear the given word.
Doze
D (a) Wake (b) Cold
161. Select the most appropriate antonym to (c) Snooze (d) Neglect
substitute the (bracketed) word in the given SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
sentence. Ans. (a) : The opposite meaning of the above given
It would effectively rouse people's ardour to word 'Doze' is 'Wake.'
invest, and help to (discourage) the transfer of Doze' means – 'to sleep lightly for a short time
capital abroad. meaning of other options -
(a) Intolerable (b) Persuade Cold – Winter, cool,
(c) Industrious (d) Construe Snooze – Loaf, Wink,
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) Neglect – Disregard,

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166. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (a) ethical (b) downfall
given word. (c) true (d) dishonesty
Dispel SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) Scatter (b) Remove Ans. (d) : The correct antonym of word 'Decent'
(c) Disburse (d) Integrate Conforming with generally accepted standards of moral
SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II) Behavior mentioned in the given sentence is option (d)
Ans. (d) : Dispel (Disperse, Spread), Antonym - Dishonesty – act without honesty a disposition to lie,
Integrate (Unite, merge) cheat or steal.
Meaning of the other options- Meanings of other option are–
Scatter - Diffuse, Seperate Ethical – Connected with beliefs of what is right or
Remove - Abolish, End wrong.
Disburse - Repay Downfall – A sudden fall from power
167. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the True – Being right or Being correct.
given word. 171. Select the appropriate ANTONYM of the
Divulgence underlined word to fill in the blank.
(a) Repudiation (b) Confirmation I wanted to ask if you have an/a _____ bank
(c) Revelation (d) Assertion account. Mine has been dormant for a year.
SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I) (a) inert (b) side
Ans. (a) : 'Repudiation' (renunciation) is the most (c) active (d) quick
appropriate antonym of the given word Divulgence SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
(opening).
The meaning of other options is– Ans. (c) : The most appropriate antonym of the above
underlined word 'dorment' (inactive) is 'active'.
Confirmation :- verification ratification.
Revelation :- disclosure. Meaning of other options–
Assertion :- statement. Inert – Inactive, passive,
Side – Party, Aspect,
168. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Quick – Hasty, At once,
underlined word.
172. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
The musician gave a dismal performance of a
given word.
few old melodies at last night’s concert.
Despicable
(a) exhausting (b) lively (a) Rational (b) Deplorable
(c) melancholy (d) smart (c) Admirable (d) Offensive
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (c) : The most appropriate antonym of the above
underlined word ' dismal' is 'lively'. given word 'Despicable' (Sordid) is 'admirable'
The other words are – Meaning of other options –
Exhausting means – Bothersome Rational – Logical, Legitimate,
melancholy means – Gloom Deplorable – Lamentable, Grievous,
Smart means – Nimble Offensive – Allack, Derogatory,
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). 173. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
169. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
underlined words in the given sentence. Decay
Developed countries are at a disadvantage to (a) Disintegrate (b) Growth
modern science and technologies. (c) Spoilage (d) Breakdown
(a) privileged (b) useless SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
(c) powered (d) unhappy Ans. (b) : Decay (Destruction), Antonym - Growth
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) (Development)
Ans. (a) : The antonym of underlined word Meaning of the other Options-
'Disadvantage' is 'privileged' other option give different Disintegrate – Dispart
meaning. Spoilage – Damage/Waster
useless – vain/Aimless Breakdown – Collapse/Failure
Powered – Enable
unhappy – Confortless 174. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word.
170. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word from the following sentence. Detrimental
Decent (a) Baseless (b) Senseless
My father taught me to be true and ethical in (c) Harmless (d) Meaningless
business as dishonesty leads to downfall. SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III
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Ans. (c) : Detrimental - (Harmful/Noxious) Antonym - Ans. (b) : Distinctive (Special), Antonym– Common
Harmless - (Safe/Innocuous) (Normal)
Meaning of the other words- Meaning of the other Options-
Baseless - Pointless/Unfounded Similarity – Equality
Senseless - Unconscious/silly Original – Genuine
Meaningless - Purposeless/Inexpedient
Close – Near
175. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 180. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word.
given word.
Dwarf DISCARD
(a) Medium (b) Giant (a) accept (b) ditch
(c) Measurable (d) Tiny (c) scrap (d) eliminate
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : Dwarf - (Pygmy), Antonym - 'Giant' Ans. (a) : Discard (Disapprove/Reject). Antonym
(Huge/Enormous)
Accept (Admit/ Concede)
Meaning of the other words-
Meaning of the other words-
Medium - Moderate/Intermediate Scrap - Trash/ Fragment
Measurable - Medicare eliminate - Delete/Remove
Tiny - Minute/Small ditch - Gulf/Entrenchment
176. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 181. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
Demolish Deny
(a) Destroy (b) Divide (a) Exhaust (b) Agree
(c) Diminish (d) Construct (c) Deflate (d) Mourn
SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (d) : Demolish (Destroy), Antonym - construct - Ans. (b) : Deny (Reject) Antonym–Agree (Consent)
(Build) Meaning of the other Options-
Meaning of the other Options- Exhaust– Exit, Tire
Destroy - Decimate Deflate –Curtail, minimize
Divide - Split Mourn – lament
Diminish - Subtract 182. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
177. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. DEVIOUS
Dull (a) Deceitful (b) shrewd
(a) Tender (b) Potent (c) straight (d) calculating
(c) Keen (d) Charitable
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (c): Devious - (Circuitous, roundabout),
Ans. (c) : Dull - (Sluggish), Antonym- keen (Eager)
Meaning of the other Options- Antonym, Straight - (Direct)
Tender - Proposal, Soft Meaning of other words –
Potent - Powerful, Strong Deceitful – Dishonest, Shrewd - Astute, Calculating –
Charitable - Liberal, Altruist Computing, Enumerating
178. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 183. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Dummy Disheveled
(a) Counterfeit (b) Copy (a) Untidy (b) Cluttered
(c) Duplicate (d) Original (c) Ordered (d) Unkempt
SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : Dummy (Fake) Antonym, original (Real) Ans. (c): Disheveled - Disordered, Antonym, Ordered -
Meaning of the other Options- (Organized, Arranged)
Counterfeit – Forged Meaning of other words –
Copy – Imitate Untidy-Messy, Dirty, Unkempt-Scruffy, Cluttered-
Duplicate – Replica, Copy Disarranged
179. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 184. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Distinctive Downcast
(a) Similarity (b) Common (a) Distressed (b) Successful
(c) Original (d) Close (c) Disappointed (d) Cheerful
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Ans. (d): Downcast – Despondent, Antonym, Cheerful 190. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
– Happy, Jolly given word.
Meaning of other words – DEFICIENCY
Distressed - Upset, Successful – Triumphant, (a) excess (b) glitch
(c) dearth (d) snag
Disappointed – Crestfallen
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
185. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Ans. (a): 'deficiency'- (Scarcity, Shortage), Antonym
given word.
DEPREDATION 'Excess' (Surplus)
(a) construction (b) pillage Meaning of other words –
(c) plunder (d) devastation Glitch – Problem, Issue
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Dearth – Shortfall, Paucity
Ans. (a) : 'Depredation' - Antonym construction - Snag – Obstacle, Difficulty
(Manufacture, Creation) 191. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Meaning of other words – Pillage - Reaving, Plunder given word.
DEFICIT
- Robbing, devastation - Ruin (a) adhere (b) credit
186. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (c) surplus (d) remove
given word. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III)
DISTRACT Ans. (c): Deficit-(Dearth), Antonym- Surplus (Excess)
(a) beguile (b) divert Meaning of other words –
(c) clarify (d) perplex Remove- Eradicate
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Adhere- Comply
Ans. (c): 'Distract' - (Deflect, Divert), Antonym - Credit- eliminate
'Clarify' (Elucidate) 192. Select the antonym of the given word.
Meaning of other words – Beguile – Deceive, divert - DENSE
Deviate, perplex – Baffle (a) sparse (b) thick
187. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (c) condensed (d) opaque
given word. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
DISHEARTEN SSC CHSL – 03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) humble (b) indispose Ans. (a) 'Dense' - (Thick), Antonym- Sparse -
(c) encourage (d) dampen (Scarce/meager)
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words –
Ans. (c): Dishearten- (Discourage), Antonym- Opaque - Blurred, filmy
'Encourage' (Motivate) Condensed - Compact, Dense
Meaning of other words Thick - Dense
Humble - (Modest), Indispose - (Unwell, Sick), 193. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Dampen - (Get wet) given word.
DEMEAN
188. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (a) Debase (b) Admire
given word. (c) Belittle (d) Ignore
DIVERGE SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) stray (b) divide Ans. (b): Demean - (Humiliate), Antonym - Admire -
(c) branch (d) collect
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) (Applaud)
Ans. (d): 'Diverge' - (Disunite/Divide), Antonym - Meaning of other words –
Debase - Adulterate, Belittle – Curtail, Ignore –
'Collect' (Assemble, Unity)
overlook
Meaning of other words –
Stray – Digress wander 194. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Divide - Split given word.
Branch – Offshoot/Bough DUBIOUS
(a) Likely (b) Fishy
189. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (c) Shady (d) Dusky
given word. SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
DEFILE
(a) degrade (b) debase Ans. (a): Dubious - (Doubtful), Antonym - 'Likely'
(c) evade (d) elevate (Probable)
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words –
Ans. (d): 'Defile'- (profane), Antonym - 'Elevate' Fishy - Suspicious, Shady – Dabious, Dusky – Murky
(Raise, Sanctity) 195. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Meaning of other words– given word.
Degrade - Demean DISCARD
(a) share (b) distribute
Debase - Devalue (c) adopt (d) waste
Evade - Elude, Dodge SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (c): Discard - (Jettison), Antonym - Adopt 201. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(Embrace) given word.
Meaning of other words – DECAY
Share - Part, Distribute - Dispense, Waste – Squander (a) Decline (b) Rotting
196. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (c) Corrosion (d) Growth
given word. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
DESPAIR
(a) pride (b) calm Ans. (d): Decay– (Decompose, Deteriorate), Antonym
(c) hope (d) dearth - Growth (Progress)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) Meaning of other words –
Ans. (c): Despair- (hopelessness), Antonym - Hope Decline – Downfall, Corrosion – Breakdown,
(Expectation) Disintegration
Meaning of other words –
Pride- Vanity 202. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Calm- Quiet given word.
Dearth- Paucity DISPUTE
197. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (a) Concede (b) Quarrel
given word. (c) Strengthen (d) Impute
Denounce SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) Criticise (b) Applaud Ans. (a): Dispute – (Discord, Controversy), Antonym
(c) Vilify (d) Blame
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I) - concede (Acknowledge, Admit)
Ans. (b): Denounce- (Impute), Antonym - Applaud- Meaning of other words –
(Admire) Quarrel – Feud, Fracas, Strengthen– Fortify, Impute–
Meaning of other words– Blame
Criticize- Decry/Condemn 203. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Vilify- Denigrate/Abuse given word.
Blame- Allegation, Accusation DISAPPROVE
198. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (a) Oppose (b) Commend
given word. (c) Refuse (d) Neglect
Deport SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) Transport (b) Permit
(c) Expel (d) Conduct Ans. (b): Disapprove– (Reject), Antonym- Commend
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) (Suggest, Endorse)
Ans. (b): deport- (Banish), Antonym - permit (Allow) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Oppose– Oppugn, Refuse– Decline, Neglect–
Transport – Transit, Carriage, Overlook
Expel - Evict, 204. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Conduct - Behavior given word.
199. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Disclose
given word. (a) Disguise (b) Complete
DIVERSE (c) Disrupt (d) Conceal
(a) Practical (b) Farcical SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) Identical (d) Parallel Ans. (d): Disclose– (Divulge), Antonym - Conceal
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): Diverse – (Sundry), Antonym - Identical (Hide)
(Similar, Alike) Meaning of other words –
Disguise – Camouflaged
Meaning of other words –
Practical – Pragmatic Complete - Total
Farcical – Humorous Disrupt - Sabotage
Parallel – Analogous, Similar. 205. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
200. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. Disillusioned
DISABLE (a) Soured (b) Embittered
(a) Permit (b) Refuse (c) Disappointed (d) Enthusiastic
(c) Disapprove (d) Disallow SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d): Disillusioned – (Disenchanted), Antonym -
Ans. (a): 'Disable'- (Impair, Incapacitate), Antonym -
'Permit' (Allow) Enthusiastic (Avid, Fervent)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Refuse - Decline, Soured – Tart
Disapprove - Reproach, Embittered – Soured
Disallow – Reject. Disappointed – Disheartened

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206. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 211. Select the antonym of the given word.
given word. Delicious
DEMOLISH (a) Insipid (b) Tepid
(a) Abolish (b) Construct (c) Salty (d) Gross
(c) Cherish (d) Obstruct SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (a): Delicious - (Delectable), Antonym - Insipid
Ans. (b): Demolish – (Destroy), Antonym - Construct (Tasteless, Unsavory)
(Build) Meaning of other words–
Tepid - warm
Meaning of other words – Salty - saline
Abolish – Finish, Annul Gross - Coarse, Overall
Cherish – Nurse, Adore 212. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Obstruct – Block, Clog given word.
207. In the following question, out of the given four Disperse
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in (a) Gather (b) Neglect
meaning of the given word. (c) Send (d) Hold
Dilate Ans. (a): Disperse- (Scatter, Diffuse), Antonym -
(a) Stretch (b) Develop Gather (Garner)
(c) Compress (d) Enlarge Meaning of other words –
SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I) Neglect - overlook
Ans. (c): Dilate– (Expand, Distend), Antonym - Send - Dispatch
Hold - catch
Compress (Squeeze, Press Contract)
213. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Meaning of other words – given word.
Stretch–Lengthen, Widen, Develop – Grow, Enlarge– DEFICIT
Lengthen, Elongate (a) Scarcity (b) Manifold
208. In the following question, out of the given four (c) Abundance (d) Shortage
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I)
meaning of the given word. Ans. (c): Deficit- (Paucity, Shortage), Antonym -
Defy Abundance (Plethora)
(a) Brave (b) Yield Meaning of other words –
(c) Defeat (d) Ignore Scarcity - Deficiency
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III) manifold – Miscellaneous
Ans. (b): ‘Defy'- (Flout, Dare), Antonym- 'Yield' Shortage – Shortfall
Capitulate / Assume 214. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Meaning of other words – word.
Brave - Bold, Defeat – Lose, Vanquish, Ignore - DISTANT
Overlook (a) Close (b) Faraway
(c) Beyond (d) Remote
209. In the following question, out of the given four
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
the meaning of the given word. Ans. (a): Distant- (Far, Outlying), Antonym - close
Disgrace (Near)
(a) Honour (b) Spot Meaning of other words –
(c) Blur (d) Stain Faraway - outlying
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I) Beyond - outside
Ans. (a): Disgrace - (Humiliation Dishonor), Antonym Remote - distant
215. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
- Honour (Reverence) word.
Meaning of other words – DIMINISH
Spot - Mark, Blur - Blot, Stain – Smear (a) Increase (b) Decrease
210. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (c) Shrink (d) Decline
given word. SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
DETER Ans. (a): Diminish - (Lessen), Antonym - Increase
(a) Generalise (b) Dissuade (Grow)
(c) Occupy (d) Incite Meaning of other words –
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) Decrease - Reduce
Ans. (d): 'Deter'- (Discourage, Daunt), Antonym - Shrink - Contract
Decline – Fall
'Incite' (Provoke) 216. Select the antonym of the given word.
Meaning of other words – Delicate
Generalise - Mumble (a) Flimsy (b) Feeble
Dissuade - Deter (c) Fragile (d) Firm
Occupy - Surround SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d): Delicate - (Frail), Antonym - Firm (Strong) Meaning of other options are –
Meaning of other words – Obsessed – To completely fill your mind so that you
Flimsy - weak cannot think of anything else.
Feeble - Powerless Inclined – wanting to behave in a particular way.
Fragile - delicate Casual – without showing great effort or interest.
217. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 221. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. underlined word in the given sentence.
Destroy
(a) Obliterate (b) Abolish She was in a state of ecstasy when she came to
(c) Preserve (d) Shine know that her son received a visa on his first
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II) attempt.
Ans. (c): Destroy- (Demolish), Antonym - Preserve (a) Abash (b) Inspiration
(Save) (c) Agony (d) Joyfulness
Meaning of other words – SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
obliterate - Eradicate Ans. (c) : The most approriate antonym of the above
Abolish - Scrap underlined word 'ecstasy' (bliss) is 'agony' (pain).
Shine - Glitter Meaning of other options –
Abash – Blaush, shame,
E Inspiration – spur, Stimulus,
218. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Joyfulness – Pleasure, Gaiety,
word given in the bracket to fill in the blank. Thus, the correct option is (c).
My stomach is so ______ (empty) I couldn't 222. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
possibly eat more. the given word.
(a) overfed (b) drained 'Elucidate'
(c) flush (d) teeming (a) Obfuscate (b) Dilate
SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II) (c) Magnify (d) Outdate
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above sentence, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I)
'overfed' would be appropriate which is the antonym of Ans. (a) : Elucidate - Antonym - 'obfuscate'
bracketed word 'empty'. Meaning of other words-
The other options give different meaning.
Dilate → Extend
Drained :- empty, exhausted.
Flush :- flow freely. Magnify → Amplify
Teeming :- abundant, aplenty. Outdate → Outmode
219. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 223. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. underlined word in the given sentence.
Elusive He learned to endure hunger and cold.
(a) Rigid (b) Explosive (a) Reconcile (b) Persist
(c) Affordable (d) Definite (c) Resist (d) Sustain
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (c) : The antonym of given word Elusive – (not Ans. (c) : Endure (Suffer/Tolerate), Antonym - Resist
easy to catch , find or remember) is option (c) (protest)
Affordable – ( believed to be within one's means or Meaning of the other Options-
reach)
Reconcile – Adjust/Resolve
Meaning of other options are –
Persist – Persevere
Rigid – Not able to be changed or persuaded
Explosive – Capable of exploding therefore dangerous Sustain – Keep/Continue
Definite – fixed, clearly determined 224. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
220. Select the most appropriate ANTONOYM of given word.
the underlined word in the given sentence. Evident
We were very much enthusiastic about our (a) Obvious (b) Indistinct
tour to Agra. (c) Stubborn (d) Irritable
(a) anxious (b) obsessed SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I
(c) inclined (d) casual Ans. (b) : Evident (Obvious/Candid), Antonym -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) Indistinct (Obscure/Vague)
Ans. (a) : The correct antonym of the underlined word Meaning of the other Options-
'Enthusiastic' – (full of excitement and interest in Obvious – Direct/ Apparent
something) in the given sentence is option (a) anxious – Stubborn – Obstinate
(Extreme uneasiness of mind, Brooding fear of
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225. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (a) : Erase (Efface), Antonym - Create-(Build,
underlined word. Make)
The more enlightened employers offer better Meaning of the other Options-
terms. Delete- Remove
(a) Civilized (b) Educated Abolish- Finish, Eradicate
(c) Confounded (d) Reasonable Strike- Walkout, Assail
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
230. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Ans. (c) : Antonym of the underlined ward 'enlightened' given word.
(awakened) in the above sentence is 'Confounded' ENDORSE
(Puzzled/perplexed). (a) Affirm (b) Renounce
other options have different meanings- (c) Support (d) Advocate
Civilized – Decent SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Educated – Literate Ans. (b): 'Endorse' – (Recommend, Support),
Reasonable – Logical Antonym - Renounce (Abdicate)
226. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Meaning of other words –
given word. Affirm – Assert, Aver
Exonerate Support - Aid
(a) Exempt (b) Engage Advocate – Supporter, Lawyer
(c) Absolve (d) Acquit 231. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I given word.
Ans. (b) : EMACIATED
‘Exonerate’ (Acquit/Absolve), Antonym - Engage (a) lean (b) fat
(Involve/Capture) (c) thin (d) shrunken
Meaning of the other Options- SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Exempt - free/Immune Ans. (b): 'Emaciated' – Thin, Antonym - fat (Thick)
Absolve - Acquit/Exonerate Meaning of other words –
Acquit - Liberate/Absolve Shrunken - Contract
Thin – Slender
227. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Lean – Slim, willowy
given word.
232. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Ebb
given word.
(a) Ripe (b) Flow
EXONERATE
(c) Moisture (d) Stiff (a) vindicate (b) acquit
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II (c) sentence (d) absolve
Ans. (b) : Ebb - (Tide/Declivity), SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Antonym - flow (Flux)
Ans. (c): Exonerate - (Absolve, Acquit), Antonym -
Meaning of the other words-
Ripe - Mature/Mellow Sentence (Convict, Punish)
Moisture - Wetness/humidity Meaning of other words –
Stiff - Hard/Tough Vindicate - Prove, Acquit - Exculpate, Absolve – Let
228. Which word in the given sentence is the off
antonym of exonerate ? 233. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
It was difficult to convict him of the falsity of given word.
his beliefs. EXASPERATION
(a) beliefs (b) falsity (a) enjoyment (b) pique
(c) difficult (d) convict (c) resentment (d) wrath
SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : Exonerate - (Absolve), Antonym - Convict Ans. (a): Exasperation- (Indignation, Fury),
(Culprit) Antonym- 'Enjoyment' (Amusement)
Meaning of the other words- Meaning of other words –
Beliefs - faith/trust Pique - Irritation
Falsity - Myth Resentment – Bitterness
Difficult - Arduous Wrath – Anger
229. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 234. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
Erase EXPEL
(a) Create (b) Delete (a) remove (b) erupt
(c) Abolish (d) Strike (c) absorb (d) leave
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Ans. (c): 'expel'- (Ostracize), Antonym - 'Absorb' 240. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(Imbibe) given word.
Meaning of other words – ENRAGED
Remove - Eliminate (a) pleased (b) livid
Erupt - Explode (c) aggravated (d) infuriated
Leave – Relinquish. SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
235. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (a): Enraged - (Angry), Antonym - pleased -
given word. (Happy)
EXTRAVAGANT
(a) pauper (b) generous Meaning of other words –
(c) thrifty (d) deficit Livid – (Colourless), aggravated – (Provoked),
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) infuriated - Vexed
Ans. (c): Extravagant- (Profligate), Antonym - 241. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Thrifty (Economical) given word.
Meaning of other words – ERUDITE
Pauper- (Mendicant, Indigent), Generous- (a) scholarly (b) high-brow
(Magnanimous), Deficit - (Dearth) (c) savvy (d) ignorant
236. Select the antonym of the given word. SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
EMINENT Ans. (d): Erudite- (Sapient), Antonym - Ignorant
(a) exalted (b) impressive (Uneducated)
(c) inconspicuous (d) distinguished Meaning of other words –
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) Scholarly- Genius, High brow- Knowledgeable, Savvy
Ans. (c): 'Eminent' - (Prominent, Famous), Antonym- - Learned
Inconspicuous (Unnoticeable Ordinary, Low-Profile) 242. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Meaning of other words – given word.
Exalted - Advanced, Elated
Impressive - Magnificent ENDURANCE
Distinguish - Peculiar (a) tolerance (b) indolence
237. Select the antonym of the given word. (c) persistence (d) patience
EXPANSION SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) extension (b) inflation Ans. (b): Endurance - (Forbearance), Antonym -
(c) compression (d) augmentation Indolence (Lethargy, Laziness)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words –
Ans. (c): Expansion- (Augmentation Growth), Tolerance - bearing / durability
Antonym- Compression (Constriction, Contraction) Persistence - Perseverance
Meaning of other words – Patience – Fortitude, toleration
Extension- Proliferation 243. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Inflation- Hike, Rise given word.
Augmentation- Multiplication
EXULTANT
238. Select the antonym of the given word. (a) wounded (b) delighted
ESCALATE
(a) Raise (b) Enlarge (c) energetic (d) depressed
(c) Reduce (d) heighten SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (d): Exultant - (Gleeful), Antonym - Depressed
Ans. (c): Escalate- (Soar, Surge), Antonym- Reduce (Melancholy)
(Decrease) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Delighted - (Glad), Energetic - (Zestful, Zippy),
Raise- Mount Wounded - (Injured)
Enlarge- Grow 244. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Heighten- Elevate
given word.
239. Select the antonym of the given word.
EXCEPTIONAL
EXCEPTIONAL
(a) uncommon (b) Unimaginable (a) ordinary (b) optional
(c) unthinkable (d) unremarkable (c) rare (d) unique
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d): Exceptional- (Outstanding, Extraordinary, Ans. (a): Exceptional- (Outstanding Extra-Ordinary),
Phenomenal), Antonym - Unremarkable (normal, Antonym - Ordinary- (Common, Normal)
Common, Ordinary) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Optional- Voluntary, Discretionary
Uncommon- Unusual, Unimaginable- inconceivable, Rare- Infrequent
Unthinkable- Implausible, Unbelievable Unique- Fearless/Rarebit
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245. Select the appropriate antonym of the given Ans. (c): Expunge - (Efface, Wipe out), Antonym -
word. 'Insert' (Place, Put, Add)
EXAGGERATE
(a) heighten (b) amplify Meaning of other words –
(c) compress (d) overdo Deplete – Consume, Expend, Exhaust
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) Exhaust – Fatigue, Weary
Ans. (c): Exaggerate- (Hyperbolize, Overemphasize), Remove – Erase
Antonym - Compress (Brief) 251. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Meaning of other words – given word.
Heighten- Elevate, Amplify- Magnify Overdo- EXHALE
Overstate, Overemphasize (a) Respite (b) Inspire
246. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (c) Inhale (d) Expel
given word. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Exotic Ans. (c): 'Exhale'- (Suspire), Antonym - 'Inhale'
(a) alien (b) ordinary
(c) colourful (d) curious (Respire)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words –
Ans. (b): Exotic- (Foreign, Imported), Antonym - Respite – Rest, Break, Inspire – (Motivate), Expel -
Ordinary- (Common) Eject
Meaning of other words – 252. In the following question, out of the given four
Alien- (Non-Native, Unknown), Colourful- (Motley, alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
Variegated), Curious- (Eager, Keen, Inquisitive) the meaning of the given word.
247. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Eager
given word. (a) Disinterested (b) Desire
EXTENSIVE (c) Restless (d) Zealous
(a) Intricate (b) Intensive SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
(c) Elaborate (d) Length Ans. (a): Eager - (Desirous), Antonym - Disinterested
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I) (Indifferent)
Ans. (b): Extensive – (Broad, Vast), Antonym - Meaning of other words –
Intensive (Concentrated, Deep) Restless – (Restive, Fidgety), Desire - Wish, Zealous –
Meaning of other words – Fervent, Ardent
Intricate – (Complex, Entangle) Elaborate – Detailed,
Length – Extent 253. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
248. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word :
given word. Entrance
EARTHLY (a) End (b) Closing
(a) Temporal (b) Celestial (c) Exit (d) Opening
(c) Temperamental (d) Peripheral SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (c): 'Entrance'- (Entry, Ingress), Antonym -
Ans. (b): 'Earthly'- (Terrestrial, Temporal, Mundane) ‘Exit’ (Egress, Vent)
Antonym - 'Celestial' (Planetary, Astronomical) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – End - finish, close
Temporal – Material, Worldly Closing - Concluding
Temperamental – Mercurial, Volatile Opening - Initial
Peripheral – Minor, Subsidiary
249. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word.
F
ENIGMA 254. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM to
(a) Make-believe (b) Clarity substitute the underlined word in the given
(c) Mystery (d) Charade sentence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II) This certainly was a feeble attempt to capture
Ans. (b): 'Enigma' - (Riddle, Puzzle), Antonym - the culprit.
Clarity (Lucidity, Precision) (a) enviable (b) refraining
Meaning of other words – (c) powerful (d) treble
Make believe – Fantasy, Daydreaming SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV)
Charade – Sham, Facade Ans. (c) : The most appropriate antonym to substitute
Mystery – Secrecy the underlined word feeble (weak) is powerful (strong).
250. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Other option give different meanings.
given word. Meaning of the other options-
EXPUNGE Enviable - Desirable
(a) Deplete (b) Exhaust
(c) Insert (d) Remove Refraining - Withhold, Avoid
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II) Treble - Ternary
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255. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 260. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
Follow Frivolous
(a) Trail (b) Lead (a) Quiet (b) Petty
(c) Show (d) Heed (c) Wise (d) Idle
SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (b) : 'Lead' (guide) is the most appropriate Ans. (c) : Frivolous (Trivial), Antonym – Wise
antonym of the given word :- 'fellow'.
The meaning of other options is– (Intelligent)
Trail :- track way. Meaning of the other Options-
Show :- express Quiet – Calm
Heed :- paying attention Petty – Meager
Idle – Inactive
256. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
underlined word. 261. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Her parents forbade her to marry her lover. given word.
(a) refused (b) allowed Flabby
(c) declined (d) prevented (a) Long (b) Plump
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) (c) Firm (d) Stretched
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate antonym of the SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
underlined word 'forbade' is 'allowed'. Ans. (c) : Flabby (Soft), Antonym - firm
Meaning of other options- (hard/Resolute)
Refused - Rejected, Meaning of the other Options-
Declined - Disown, Deny, Long – Lengthy
Prevented - Fend, Inhibit, Plump – Thick
Hence, the correct option is (b). Stretched – Straighten
257. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 262. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
Fundamental Feeble
(a) Neutral (b) Link (a) Fast (b) Wild
(c) Impact (d) Least (c) Strong (d) Fickle
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the given Ans. (c) : Feeble (Weak), Antonym - Strong
word 'Fundamental' (basic) is Least' (powerful)
Meaning of other options –
Meaning of the other words-
Neutral – Indifferent,
Link – clinch, Fast - Quick/Rapid
Impact – Effect, Wild - Fierce/Feral
258. Select the word that is opposite in meaning Fickle - Unsteady/changeable
(ANTONYM) to the word given below. 263. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
'Fret' given word.
(a) Anxious (b) Anguish Famished
(c) Relax (d) Pine (a) Volatile (b) Starved
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) (c) Satiated (d) Hesitant
Ans. (c) : Fret (Peeve) - Antonym - 'Relax' (Rest) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III
Anguism - Distress
Ans. (c) : Famished (Starved/Hungry), Antonym -
Pine - Cedar
Anxious - Curious Satiated (Satisfied)
259. Select the word that is opposite in meaning Meaning of the other Options-
(ANTONYM) to the word given below. Volatile - Uncertain/unstable
Fanatic Starved - Hungry
(a) Militant (b) Moderate Hesitant - shy/Unsure
(c) Sectarian (d) Zealot 264. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II) underlined word in the following sentence.
Ans. (b) : Fanatic - Antonym - Moderate The uneducated man was flummoxed by the
Meaning of the words- legal document.
Militant – Billicose (a) happy (b) annoyed
Sectrarian – Communal (c) comfortable (d) scared
Zealot – Partisan SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
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Ans. (c) : Flummoxed' (Baffled/at sea), Antonym - Ans. (a): Fecund - (Fertile, Prolific), Antonym, Barren
Comfortable (Comfy/Cozy) - (Sterile, Arid)
Happy - Joyful/Glad/Pleased Meaning of other words –
Annoyed - Angry/Bothered/Irritated Polite - Modest, Genial – Affable, Cordial, Rude -
Scared - afraid/fearful/Scary Impolite
265. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 270. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word
Former FORLORN
(a) solitary (b) elated
(a) Additional (b) Featured (c) desperate (d) bereft
(c) Latter (d) External SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I Ans. (b): Forlorn - (Unhappy, Sad), Antonym - Elated
Ans. (c) : Former (Priar/First), Antonym - Latter - (Exultant, Exhilarated)
(Hind/Last) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of the other Options Bereft – Med/Loopy
Additional – Extra/Moreover Desperate – Hopeless
Featured – Presented Solitary - Lonely
External – Outside/Exterior 271. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word.
266. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Freed
given word. (a) Imprisoned (b) Released
Foreign (c) Discharged (d) Liberated
(a) Strange (b) Distant SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
(c) Native (d) Alien Ans. (a): Freed – Emancipate, Liberate, Antonym -
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II Imprisoned (Confined)
Ans. (c) : Foreign (Outlandish), Antonym - Native Meaning of other word –
(Aboriginal) Released – Discharged
Meaning of the other words- 272. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Strange → Bizarre/Weird given word.
FLAW
Distant → Afar/Far (a) defect (b) weakness
Alien → Foreigner (c) perfection (d) feature
267. Select the most appropriate antonym of the SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
given word. Ans. (c): Flaw - (Fault), Antonym - Perfection
Feeble (Excellence)
(a) Weak (b) Strong Meaning of other words –
(c) Frail (d) Soft Defect - Imperfection, Weakness - Frailty, Feature -
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II Attributes
Ans. (b) : Feeble (Weak/Incompetent),Antonym- 273. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Strong (Powerful/energetic) given word.
Meaning of the other words- FEEBLE
(a) strong (b) weak
Weak - Infirm
(c) foible (d) fault
Frail - Immoral/ lean
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Soft - Gentle/ Smooth
Ans. (a): Feeble - (Frail), Antonym - Strong
268. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. (Powerful)
FRIGID Meaning of other words –
(a) Chilly (b) Warm Weak - Infirm, Foible – Weakness, Fault - Flaw
(c) Frosty (d) Salty 274. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I) given word.
Ans. (b): Frigid - (Cool, Icy), Antonym, Warm - (Hot) FLEXIBLE
Meaning of other words – (a) rigid (b) ductile
(c) elastic (d) pliable
Salty - Saline, Chilly – Cool, Frosty – (Cold/Gelid) SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
269. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (a): Flexible - (Supple), Antonym - Rigid (Stiff,
given word.
Fecund Hard)
(a) Barren (b) Polite Meaning of other words –
(c) Genial (d) Rude Ductile - Malleable, Elastic – Whippy, Pliable -
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) Flexible
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275. Select the antonym of the given word. (a) prudent (b) cunning
FINITE (c) fierce (d) gentle
(a) finished (b) limited SSC CPO–SI–25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) bound (d) endless SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (d): Ferocious- (Cruel, fierce), Antonym - Gentle
Ans. (d): 'Finite' - (Limited), Antonym - Endless (Modest, Humble)
(Infinite) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Prudent - Wise
Finished - Close, Concluded Cunning – Crafty, Sly
Bound - Restricted Fierce – Violent
Limited - Demarcated/Finite 281. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
276. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word
given word. FRAGILE
FOREIGN (a) Strong (b) Fancy
(a) rustic (b) rural (c) Slow (d) Fast
(c) Indian (d) native SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (a): Fragile - (Delicate), Antonym - 'Strong'
Ans. (d): Foreign - (Unfamiliar, Alien), Antonym - (Robust)
"Native - (Domestic) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Fancy – Imagination, Slow – Unhurried, Fast – Quick,
Rustic - Pastoral Swift
Rural - Agrestic 282. Select the correct antonym for the given word.
Indian - People of India Formidable
(a) Appalling (b) Dangerous
277. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (c) Trivial (d) Scary
given word. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
FUTILE
(a) hollow (b) worthless Ans. (c): 'Formidable'- (Intimidating), Antonym -
(c) barren (d) productive 'Trivial' (Insignificant)
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words –
Ans. (d): Futile - (Useless), Antonym - Productive Appalling – Horrifying, Terrible
(Fertile) Dangerous – Perilous
Meaning of other words – Scary – Horrible
Hollow- Void, Gossipy, Worthless- Valueless, Barren 283. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
– Sterile, Arid
meaning of the given word.
278. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Former
given word. (a) Ancient (b) Above
FRAIL (c) Departed (d) After
(a) fancy (b) elaborate SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
(c) weak (d) robust Ans. (d): Former– (Previous), Antonym- After (Latter)
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words –
Ans. (d): Frail- (Weak, Infirm), Antonym - Robust Ancient – Primitive, Primordial
(Strong) Above – Exceeding
Meaning of other words – Depart – Leave
Fancy - (Imagination), Elaborate - (complex, 284. In the following question, out of given four
Expand), Weak - (Feeble) alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
279. Select the most appropriate antonym of the meaning of the given word.
given word. Forsake
FLEXIBLE (a) Desert (b) Forgo
(a) pliant (b) elastic (c) Give up (d) Revert
(c) stiff (d) variable SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (d): Forsake – Relinquish, Antonym, Revert / Get
Ans. (c): Flexible- (Pliable, Supple), Antonym - Stiff- back
Meaning of other words –
(Rigid, Hard) Desert – Abandon
Meaning of other words – Forego – Disown, Leave
Pliant- Ductile Give up – Renounce
Elastic- Malleable 285. Select the antonym of the given word.
Variable - Alterable Fragile
280. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (a) Novel (b) Tiny
given word. (c) Tough (d) Gross
FEROCIOUS SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (c): 'Fragile'- (Feeble, delicate), Antonym - Ans. (a): Fickle- (Capricious, Volatile), Antonym -
'Tough' (Hard) Constant (Persistent)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Novel – Fiction / New Hasty – Quick, Hurried
Tiny – Minuscule Feeble – Weak
Gross – Total Mild – Placid / Tender
286. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 291. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. word.
Familiar FACILITATE
(a) Usual (b) Common (a) Ease (b) Encourage
(c) Known (d) Strange (c) Aid (d) Hinder
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d): Familiar - (Intimate), Antonym - strange Ans. (d): Facilitate- (Ease, Simplify), Antonym -
(Unknown) 'Hinder' (Hamper, Impede)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Usual – Normal Ease – Comfort
Common – General Encourage – Motivate
Known – Familiar Aid – Help, Assist
287. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 292. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. word.
Friendly FEASIBLE
(a) Felicity (b) Insanity (a) Profitable (b) Implausible
(c) Hostility (d) Facility (c) Attainable (d) Achievable
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): Friendly - (Affable, Amiable), Antonym - Ans. (b): 'Feasible'- (Probable, Possible), Antonym -
Hostility (Animosity) 'Implausible' (Improbable, Unlikely)
Meaning of other words– Meaning of other words –
Insanity – Lunacy, Madness Profitable – Beneficial,
Facility – Amenity Attainable – Achievable, Doable
288. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Achievable – Accomplishable
given word. 293. Select the antonym of the given word.
Fluctuate Fatigued
(a) Stabilize (b) Mobilize (a) Energized (b) Tired
(c) Waver (d) Stumble (c) Exhausted (d) Deprived
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Fluctuate- (Waver), Antonym - Stabilize Ans. (a): 'Fatigued'- (Weariness, Enervated),
(Steady) Antonym - 'Energized' (Invigorated)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Mobilize - assemble Tired – Weary
Waver - Vibrate Exhausted – Tired/forworn
Stumble - Shuffle Deprived – Bereaved
289. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 294. Select the antonym of the given word.
given word. FUTILE
Fertile (a) Mutual (b) Fruitful
(a) Barren (b) Civilized (c) Collective (d) Common
(c) Sane (d) Tough SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO SI– 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (b): Futile - (Vain), Antonym - Fruitful (Useful)
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words –
Ans. (a): Fertile - (Fecund), Antonym - Barren Mutual – Reciprocal
(Infertile) Collective – Combined, Joint
Meaning of other words – Common – General
Civilized – Cultured, Advanced,
Sane – Rational, Prudent G
Tough – Hard
290. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 295. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
word given word.
Fickle Grumble
(a) Constant (b) Hasty (a) Navigate (b) Stray
(c) Feeble (d) Mild (c) Raise (d) Praise
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d) : Grumble (Gabble, Complain) Antonym - Ans. (b) : Guilty (Convicted), Antonym, Innocent
Praise (Admiration, Compliment) (Faultless)
Meaning of the other options- Meaning of the other Options-
Navigate - Guid Ignorant – Unaware
Stray - Diffuse, Misguided Sad – Dejected
Raise - uplift Clever– Cunning
296. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 301. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Gratification Gradual
(a) Growth (b) Pleasure (a) Abrupt (b) Regular
(c) Dissatisfaction (d) Blessing (c) Gentle (d) Slow
SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : 'dissatisfaction' (discontent) is the most Ans. (a): Gradual – (Steady, Successive), Antonym,
appropriate antonym of the given word 'Gratification'. Abrupt – (Sudden, Instantaneous)
The meaning of other options is–
Meaning of other words –
Growth :- developed, increment. Regular – Consistent
Pleasure :- delight, joy. Gentle - Kind
Blessing :- benediction. Slow – Moderate
297. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 302. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Gratitude GRADUALLY
(a) Appreciation (b) Mercy (a) Constantly (b) Abruptly
(c) Thanklessness (d) Care (c) Steadily (d) Readily
SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III) SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ans. (c) : 'Thanklessness' is the most appropriate Ans. (b): 'Gradually' (Progressively), Antonym -
antonym of the given word 'Gratitude'. Abruptly (Immediately, Suddenly)
The meaning of other options is– Meaning of other words –
Appreciation :- admiration Constantly – Consistently
Mercy :- the feeling that motivates compassion. Steadily - Uniformly
Care :- guardianship, attention. Readily - Quickly
298. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 303. Select the antonym of the given word.
given word. GATHER
Glad (a) display (b) dispute
(a) Innocent (b) Jive (c) distract (d) disperse
(c) Haunt (d) Sad SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) Ans. (d): Gather - (Collect), Antonym- Disperse
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the given (Scatter)
word 'Glad' (happy) is 'sad' (gloomy). Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other options – Dispute - Controversy
Innocent – Gullible, Guiltless, Distract - Deviate
Jive – Gossip, chat, Display - Show
Haunt – Base, Perch, 304. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
299. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. GAUNT
Grave (a) Lean (b) Bent
(a) Frivolous (b) Serious (c) Plump (d) Old
(c) Native (d) Foreign SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) Ans. (c): Gaunt- (Emaciated), Antonym- Plump (Fat,
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the given Thick)
word ' Grave' (serious) is 'Frivalous' (Foppish). Meaning of other words –
Other options give different meanings– Lean- Slim, Slender
Serious – Grave, Solemn, Bent- Twisted, Inclination
Native – maty, Connate, Old- past, former
Foreing – Strange, External, 305. In the following question, out of the given four
300. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
given word. meaning of the given word.
Guilty Grudge.
(a) Ignorant (b) Innocent (a) Spite (b) Averse
(c) Sad (d) Clever (c) Dislike (d) Goodwill
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Ans. (d): Grudge - (Resentment Pique), Antonym -
Goodwill / Charity / Pity
H
Meaning of other words– 310. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Spite – (Malice / Despise) given word.
Dislike – Loathe, Detest, Abhor Hideous
306. In the following question, out of the given four (a) Disgusting (b) Shocking
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in (c) Attractive (d) Ghastly
meaning of the given word. SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
Gather Ans. (c) : Hideous (Abhorrent), Antonym -
(a) Choose (b) Unite Attractive(Alluring)
(c) Crowd (d) Divide Meaning of the other Options-
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II) Disquieting – Restless
Ans. (d): Gather – (Amass, Heap), Antonym - Divide Shocking – Appalling/Terrifying
(Separate, Split) Ghastly – Terrible/Frightful
Meaning of other words – 311. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Choose – Pick given word.
Hilarious
Unite – Integrate, Combine
(a) Ridiculous (b) Pretentious
Crowd – Throng, Mob (c) Usual (d) Humorless
307. Select the most appropriate antonym of the SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I
given word. Ans. (d) : Hilarious (Jubilant), Antonym - Humorless
Gloomy (Sad) Meaning of the other Options-
(a) Cloudy (b) Bright Ridiculous – Humorous
(c) Dull (d) Greedy Pretentious – Conceited/Impertinent
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) Usual – General
Ans. (b): 'Gloomy'- (Dark), Antonym - Bright
312. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(Shine) given word.
Meaning of other words – HARMONY
Cloudy – Overcast, Murky (a) Peace (b) Discord
Dull – Monotonous (c) Tranquility (d) Good will
Greedy – Avaricious SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
308. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (b) : Harmony (Unison), Antonym - Discord
word. (Strife)
Glee Meaning of the other Options-
(a) Joy (b) Woe Peace – Silence
(c) Fun (d) Mirth Tranquility – Patience/Calmness
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) Good will – Cordiality/Friendliness
Ans. (b): Glee - (Delight, Elation), Antonym - woe 313. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(Misery, Sorrow) given word.
Meaning of other words – Humble
Fun – Enjoyment (a) Modest (b) Boring
Mirth – Pleasure (c) Fair (d) Arrogant
Joy – Happiness SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III
309. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (d) : Humble (Modest, Meek), Antonym –
word. Arrogant (conceited, Haughty)
GRADUAL Meaning of the other Options-
(a) Moderate (b) Rapid Modest – Meek, Humble
(c) Measured (d) Slow Boring – Dull, Monotonous
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) Fair – Impartial, Unbiased
Ans. (b): Gradual - (Successive), Antonym - Rapid 314. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(Quick) given word.
Meaning of other words – HARMONY
Moderate – Modest (a) creativity (b) discord
Measured –Evaluated (c) friendship (d) understanding
Slow – Unhurried SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (b) : Harmony (unison/Balancing). Antonym Ans. (b): Hasty- (Quick, Hurried), Antonym - Cautious
Discord (Strife/Dissension) (Wary)
Meaning of the other words-
Meaning of other words –
Creativity - Innovation
Friendship - Cordiality/Amity Urgent – Crucial, Vital
Understanding - Discerning/Comprehension Sudden – Abrupt
Reckless – Careless
315. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 320. Select the correct antonym for the given word.
given word.
Harsh
Hospitable (a) Tough (b) Grave
(a) Cordial (b) Gracious (c) Gentle (d) Bitter
(c) Rude (d) Sick SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (c): Harsh - (Rigid), Antonym - Gentle (Mild)
Ans. (c) : Hospitable (Welcoming/Accommodating) Meaning of other words –
Antonym, Rude (Impolite/uncivilized)
Tough - Hard
Meaning of the other words- Grave – Serious
Gracious - kind/Submissive Bitter- Pungent
Cordial - Amicable/Friendly
321. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Sick - ill/Unwell given word.
316. Select the most appropriate antonym of the HEINOUS
given word. (a) Biased (b) Unhealthy
Harmony (c) Unwilling (d) Agreeable
(a) Friendship (b) Peace SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) Rapport (d) Hatred
Ans. (d): Heinous - (Odious, abominable), Antonym
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
- 'Agreeable' (Pleasant)
Ans. (d): Harmony - (Unison), Antonym, Hatred -
(Scorn) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – 'Biased' - Prejudiced
Friendship – Amity Unhealthy - Detrimental
Peace - Calm Unwilling – Unwished
Rapport - Relation 322. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
317. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. HARSH
HUMILITY (a) Energetic (b) Lenient
(a) modesty (b) timidity (c) Fragile (d) Robust
(c) vanity (d) servility SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (b): Harsh– (Cruel), Antonym - Lenient
Ans. (c): Humility - (Modesty), Antonym – Vanity (Liberal)
(Conceit) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Energetic – Lively
Modesty – Humility fragile – Delicate
Timidity – Timorousness Robust – Strong
Servility – Sycophancy
323. In the following question, out of the given four
318. Select the most appropriate antonym of the alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
given word. meaning of the given word.
Hope Hail.
(a) Daring (b) Courage
(a) Rain (b) Storm
(c) Despair (d) Confidence
(c) Greet (d) Dribble
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : Hope- (Aspiration, Wish), Antonym -
Ans. (d): Hail - (Sleet), Antonym -Dribble (Drizzle)
Despair (Hopelessness)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Daring – Intrepid Rain – Shower
Courage- Bravery Storm– Gale
Confidence- Assuredness Greet – Welcome
319. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 324. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Hasty Hidden
(a) Sudden (b) Cautious (a) Concealed (b) Covered
(c) Reckless (d) Urgent (c) Veiled (d) Apparent
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Ans. (d): Hidden - (Secret), Antonym - Apparent
(Clear) I
Meaning of other words – 330. Select the appropriate antonym for the
Covered – Masked underlined word.
Veiled – Mantled Amenorrhea can cause a range of issues,
Concealed – Unrevealed including infertility.
325. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (a) sterile (b) barrenness
word.
Harsh (c) stance (d) fecund
(a) Honest (b) Dirty SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) Gentle (d) Rough Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym for the
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) underlined word 'infertility' is word 'Fecund' (Fertile)
Ans. (c): Harsh- (Rigid, Brutal), Antonym - Gentle Other words are–
(Lenient) Sterile means – Barren
Meaning of other words – Barrenness means – Impoverishment
Honest - Upright Stance means – attitude.
Dirty - Filthy These the correct answer is option (d)
Rough - Coarse
331. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM to
326. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
word. substitute the underlined word in the given
HARMONY sentence.
(a) Strife (b) Accord The goods being sold are of inferior quality.
(c) Consensus (d) Agreement (a) Superior (b) Anterior
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Exterior (d) Ulterior
Ans. (a): 'Harmony'- (Adjustment), Antonym - strife SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
(Discord) Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the
Meaning of other words – underlined word 'inferior' (lousy worse) in the given
Accord – Concurrence sentence is 'superior' (better, higher).
Consensus – Unanimity, Concord Meaning of the other options-
Agreement – Compromise, Contract Anterior - Anterograde
327. Select the antonym of the given word. Exterior - Outer
Hopeful Ulterior - Clandestine
(a) Optimistic (b) Pessimistic
(c) Cheerful (d) Healthy Correct Sentence-
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III) The goods being sold are of superior quality.
Ans. (b): Hopeful - (Optimistic, Sanguine), Antonym 332. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
- Pessimistic (Despondent) given word.
Meaning of other words– Indolent
Optimistic – Sanguine (a) Unskilled (b) Sluggish
Cheerful – hilarious, Gleeful (c) Lazy (d) Active
Healthy – Fit, well SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II)
328. Select the antonym of the given word. Ans. (d) : Indolent (lazy) antonym , Active (Deedful)
HIDEOUS
(a) Beautiful (b) Secretive Meaning of other word –
(c) Detestable (d) Ugly Unskilled – unartful
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) Sluggish – slack
Ans. (a): Hideous - (Abhorrent, Abominable), Lazy – idle
Antonym - Beautiful (Pretty, Lovely) 333. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM to
Meaning of other words – substitute the underlined word in the following
Secretive – Demure sentence.
Detestable – Sordid, Disgusting They realised that the ghost was
Ugly – Unattractive, Disfigure imperturbable.
329. Select the antonym of the given word. (a) exasperating (b) startling
HORIZONTAL (c) excitable (d) contaminating
(a) Parallel (b) Financial
(c) Official (d) Vertical SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : The most appropriate antonym of the above
Ans. (d): Horizontal - (Laterally), Antonym - given underlined word' Imperturbable' (nonchalant) is
Vertical (Perpendicular) 'excilable' (chalant).
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other options–
Parallel – Similar Exasperating – Tedious, Bored,
Financial - Pecuniary Startling – miraculous, Sereaning
Official - Authoritative Contaminating – Clog, Sully,
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334. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to 339. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
the given word. given word.
Ignominy Impure
(a) Esteem (b) Disrepute (a) Contaminated (b) Segregated
(c) Stigma (d) Infamy (c) Sterile (d) Concentrated
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : Ignominy - Antonym - Esteem Ans. (c) : Impure (Contaminated/Polluted), Antonym -
Meaning of other words- Sterile (Germ-free)
Disrepute - Slander Contaminated – Muddy
Stigma - Blur Segregated – Separated
Infamy - Slander
Concentrated – Thick/Staring
335. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. 340. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
INDISPENSABLE given word.
(a) FUNDAMENTAL (b) CRUCIAL Industrious
(c) INESSENTIAL (d) BASIC (a) Persistent (b) Zealous
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV) (c) Diligent (d) Indolent
Ans. (c) : Indispensable - Antonym - Inessential SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
Meaning of other words- Ans. (d) : Industrious (Hardworking/Diligent)
Basic - Essential Antonym-indolent (Inactive/Sluggish)
Crucial - Important Meaning of the other words-
Fundamental - Basic
Persistent – Stubborn/Firm
336. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
the given word. Zealous – Enthusiastic/Ardent
Inchoate Diligent – Assiduous/Sedulous
(a) Artless (b) Refined 341. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(c) Articulate (d) Formless highlighted word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) Hari's intimate nature has earned him many
Ans. (b) : Inchoate (Incomplete) - Antonym - Refined friends.
Meaning of other word- (a) timely (b) unfriendly
Formless - Shapeless (c) passionate (d) affectionate
Artless - Clumsy SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
Articulate - Expressed, clear Ans. (b) : Intimate (Familiar/Acquainted), Antonym -
337. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to 'Unfriendly' (Antisocial/Uncordinal)
the given word. Meaning of the other words-
Inept Timely - Punctual
(a) Wanting (b) Competent Passionate - Intense/Pointed
(c) Barred (d) Callow Affectionate - Loving/Adoring
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
342. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Ans. (b) : Inept - Antonym - Competent
highlighted word.
Meaning of other word- It was an impetuous decision to buy a car when
Barred – Interrupted he didn't have a job.
Callow – Inexperienced (a) sensible (b) dense
Wanting – Needy (c) arguable (d) tangible
338. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
bracketed word in the given sentence.
Ans. (a) : Impetuous (Imprudent), Antonym - Sensible
It is irrelevance, at least to me, whether the (practical)
grant was (improvident) or no.
(a) tardy (b) thrifty Meaning of the other Options-
(c) cautious (d) hungry Dense – Thick/Compact
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I Arguable – Disputable/Controversial
Ans. (b) : Antonym of the Bracketed word, Tangible – Corporeal/ Real
Improvident (Spendthrift) in the above Sentence will be 343. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
'Thrifty' (Economical). given word.
Meaning of the other Options- IMPEDE
Tardy – Slow/Sluggish (a) disrupt (b) block
Cautions – Wary/Careful (c) expedite (d) delay
Hungry – Famished SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
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Ans. (c) : Impede (Interrupt). opposite/ expedite 348. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(Hasten) given word.
Meaning of the other words- Infirm
(a) Feeble (b) Frail
disrupt - Stop/ Obstruct
(c) Strong (d) Weak
Block - Barrier SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Delay - Postpone Ans. (c): Infirm - (Weak, Feeble), Antonym, Strong -
344. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (Firm)
given word. Meaning of other words –
INCREASE Feeble - Infirm
(a) diminish (b) collect Frail - Immoral/ Weak
(c) widen (d) expand Weak - Powerless
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II 349. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Ans. (a) : Increase (raise/Accelerates), Antonym - given word.
Invade
diminish (Curtail/Mitigate)
(a) Surrender (b) Seize
Meaning of the other words- (c) Attack (d) Assault
Collect → Gather/Accumulate SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Widen → Spread/Expand Ans. (a): Invade - (Infest), Antonym, Surrender -
Expand → Enlarge/Extend (Capitulate)
345. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Meaning of other words –
give word. Seize – Grasp, Snatch
Attack - Aggression
INCORPORATE Assault - Invasion
(a) exclude (b) assimilate
350. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(c) integrate (d) absorb given word.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II IRRELEVANT
Ans. (a) : Incorporate (Consolidated) Antonym, (a) consequential (b) trivial
Exclude (Eliminate) (c) pointless (d) immaterial
Meaning of the other words- SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
assimilate → Intermix/Imbibe Ans. (a): Irrelevant - (Inappropriate ), Antonym –
Integrate → Combine/unite Consequential ( Important)
Meaning of other words –
absorb → Suck/Soak Trivial – Unimportant
346. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Pointless – Senseless, Useless
given word. Immaterial - Insignificant
indolent 351. Select the most appropriate ANTONYMN of
(a) energetic (b) listless the given word.
(c) torpid (d) languid IGNITE
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II (a) light (b) burn
(c) kindle (d) extinguish
Ans. (a) : Indolent (Inactive/Idle). antonym. Energetic SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(Active/lively) Ans. (d): Ignite - (Kindle), Antonym - Extinguish
Meaning of the other words-
(Quench)
Listless – Indifferent/Disinterested Meaning of other words –
Torpid – Inactive/Sluggish Light – Lamp, Illumination
Languid – Lethargic/slow Burn – Sear/Singe
347. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Kindle - Inflame / Fire
given word. 352. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
IMPECCABLE given word.
INDUSTRIOUS
(a) Blemished (b) Unsullied (a) indolent (b) assiduous
(c) Flawless (d) Exquisite (c) diligent (d) productive
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : Impeccable (Errorless/Innocent). Antonym. Ans. (a): Industrious - (Hardworking), Antonym -
Blemished (Tarnish/disfigured) Indolent - (Lazy)
Meaning of the other words- Meaning of other words –
Unsullied – Clean/Accurate Assiduous - Plodding
Flawless – Faultless/ perfect Diligent - Painstaking
Exquisite – Excellent/ superb Productive - Fruitful

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353. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 358. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
IGNOBLE INTENTIONAL
(a) abject (b) corrupt (a) designed (b) voluntary
(c) craven (d) dignified (c) calculated (d) accidental
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): Ignoble - (Despicable), Antonym - Ans. (d): Intentional- (Deliberate, Willful), Antonym -
Dignified (Reputable) accidental-(Casual)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Abject – Despondent Designed- Structural
Corrupt – Depraved Voluntary- Unconstrained
Craven - Coward Calculated- Premeditated
354. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 359. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
IMPUDENT IMPEDE
(a) modest (b) arrant (a) Thwart (b) Retard
(c) brazen (d) blatant (c) Hamper (d) Expedite
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : Impudent- (Shameless, Immodest), Ans. (d): Impede - (Destruct, Hindrance), Antonym -
Antonym - Modest (Meek, Humble) Expedite (hasten, Quicken)
Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Thwart - Depolarize
Arrant – Notorious Retard – Slowdown
Brazen – Shameless, Bold Hamper - Interrupt
Blatant - Sturdy
360. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
355. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
given word. INNATE
ILLUMINATE (a) basic (b) unassuming
(a) add (b) erase (c) simple (d) acquired
(c) light (d) darken SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d): Innate - (Inborn), Antonym - Acquired
Ans. (d): Illuminate- (Light up), Antonym - Darken
(Earned)
(Dim, Blacken) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Basic – Essential, Fundamental
Add- Sum Unassuming – Humble
Erase- Delete Simple – Easy, Straightforward
Light- Illumination
361. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
356. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. INSIDIOUS
INITIATE (a) treacherous (b) stealthy
(a) finish (b) begin (c) sincere (d) astute
(c) trigger (d) commence SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c): Insidious - (Deceptive), Antonym - Sincere
Ans. (a): Initiate- (Begin), Antonym- Finish- (Honest)
(Complete) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Treacherous – Disloyal, Faithless
Begin- Commence Stealthy – Secret, Clandestine
Trigger- Activate Astute – Shrewd, Sharp
Commence- Start 362. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
357. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. INFERIOR
INFINITE (a) ulterior (b) exterior
(a) boundless (b) etemal (c) interior (d) superior
(c) vast (d) limited SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (d): Inferior- (Lousy, Cheesy), Antonym -
Ans. (d): Infinite - (Endless), Antonym- limited Superior (better, Higher)
(Bounded, Restricted) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Ulterior- Ambiguous, Covert
Boundless – Limitless, Endless Exterior- External
Vast – Huge, Extensive Interior- Internal

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363. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 368. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
INSTANT INCITE
(a) immediate (b) current (a) Instigate (b) Appeal
(c) quick (d) delayed (c) Provoke (d) Restrain
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d): Instant- (Immediate, Instantaneous), Ans. (d): 'Incite'- (Provoke, Egg on), Antonym -
Antonym - Delayed (Postponed, suspend) 'Restrain' (Continence)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Immediate- Quick, Prompt Instigate – Stimulate
Current- Present, Flow Appeal - Request
Quick- Rapid Provoke - Aggravate
364. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 369. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
INORDINATE INSTANT
(a) undue (b) extreme (a) Diverse (b) Similar
(c) exorbitant (d) reasonable (c) Gradual (d) Prompt
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d): Inordinate- (Abnormal, Unusual), Antonym - Ans. (c): 'Instant'- (Immediate), Antonym - 'Gradual'
Reasonable (Logical, Rational) (Slowly)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Undue- Unfair, Inappropriate Diverse – Various, Miscellaneous
Exorbitant- Excessive Similar – Identical, Alike
Extreme- Supreme Prompt – Expedite, Fast
365. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 370. Select the correct antonym for the given word.
given word. Identical
Invincible (a) corresponding (b) different
(a) Secure (b) Supreme (c) similar (d) indistinguishable
(c) Unstoppable (d) Vulnerable SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (b): 'Identical'- (similar/Alike), Antonym -
Ans. (d): Invincible - (Unbeatable, Unconquerable), 'Different' (Apart)
Antonym - Vulnerable (Susceptible) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Corresponding - Commensurate
Secure – Protect, Defend Similar-Analogous
Supreme – Chief, Foremost Indistinguishable – Nescient
Unstoppable – Impregnable, Invincible 371. In the following question, out of the given four
366. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
given word. meaning of the given word.
INCOHERENT Incite.
(a) Intelligible (b) Puzzling (a) Encourage (b) Arouse
(c) Delightful (d) Inconsistent (c) Drive (d) Prohibit
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): Incoherent- (Absurd), Antonym - Ans. (d): Incite - (Agitate), Antonym - Prohibit
'Intelligible' (Comprehensible) (Stop/taboo)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Puzzling - Bewilder Arouse – Awaken/ Actuate
Delightful – Delicious, Pleasing Encourage – Promote
Inconsistent – Anomalous, Incompatible Drive – Move/Campaign
367. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 372. In the following question, out of the given four
given word alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
IMPROMPTU meaning of the given word.
Induce
(a) Planned (b) Fast (a) Convince (b) Activate
(c) Unplanned (d) Appropriate (c) Impel (d) Prevent
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a): 'Impromptu' - (Extempore), Antonym - Ans. (d): Induce – (Motivate/Persuade), Antonym -
'Planned' (Premeditated) prevent (Stop/Inhibit)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Fast- Rapid, Quick Convince – Persuade/Assure
Unplanned – Unexpected, Accidental Activate – Stimulate/Actuate
Appropriate – Suitable, Relevant Impel – Propel/Force

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373. In the following question, out of given four 378. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in word.
meaning of the given word. ILLICIT
Immaculate (a) Prohibited (b) Lawful
(a) Clean (b) Bright (c) Illegal (d) Illegible
(c) Pure (d) Foul SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I) Ans. (b): Illicit - (Illegal/Unlawful), antonym - lawful
Ans. (d): Immaculate - (Serene/Clear), Antonym -Foul (Legal/Legitimate)
(Dirty/Muddy) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Prohibited – Taboo/Banned
Clean – Neat/Spotless Illegal – Lawless
Bright – Radiant/Glossy Illegible – Vague/Obscure/Ambiguous
Pure – Pious/Chaste 379. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
374. In the following question, out of given four word.
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in ILLUSION
meaning of the given word. (a) Fantasy (b) Hallucination
Impute (c) Mirage (d) Reality
(a) Defend (b) Accuse SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Assign (d) Blame Ans. (d): Illusion (Delusion/Fallacy), Antonym -
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I) Reality (Actuality/Tangibility)
Ans. (a): Impute - (Denounce), Antonym -Defend Meaning of other words –
(Protect) Fantasy – Imagination/Daydream
Hallucination – Illusion/Superstitious
Meaning of other words – Mirage – Delusion/Phantasm
Accuse – Denounce/Arraign
Assign – Deliver/Hand Over 380. Select the antonym of the given word.
Blame – Fault/Flaw INDOLENT
(a) Lively (b) Sluggish
375. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (c) Inert (d) Lifeless
given word. SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I)
Impartial
(a) Biased (b) Judicious Ans. (a): Indolent - (Idle/Lazy), Antonym - Lively
(c) Involved (d) Impractical (Active/Energetic)
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) Meaning of other words –
Ans. (a): 'Impartial'- (Fair/Unbiased), Antonym - Sluggish – Lethargic/inactive
Inert – Dormant/Indolent/Passive
'Biased' (Prejudice/partial) Lifeless – Dead/Inanimate/Deceased
Meaning of other words –
Judicious – Justifiable/Reasonable
Involved – Converge/Conjoin/Interning J
Impractical – Fictitious/Implausible 381. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
376. Select the most appropriate antonym of the underlined word in the given sentence. On the
given word. day of independence, a jubilant crowd from all
Inexpensive over the country cheered and wept.
(a) Dear (b) Reasonable (a) Triumphant (b) Gloomy
(c) Popular (d) Liberal (c) Cryptic (d) Elated
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a): Inexpensive - (Cheap), Antonym - Dear Ans. (b) : The most appropriate antonym of the above
(Expensive) given underlined word 'Jubilant' is 'gloomy'.
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other options –
Reasonable – Logical/Justifiable Triumphant – winner, Victorious,
Popular – Famous/Prevalent
Liberal – Generous/Gentle Gryptic – Hidden, Furtive,
Elated – Excited, Agitated,
377. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. 382. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
INFALLIBLE given word.
(a) Notorious (b) Flawless Jubilant
(c) Imperfect (d) Dependable (a) Happy (b) Depressed
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Delighted (d) Young
Ans. (c): Infallible- (Impeccable/Flawless), Antonym SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
- Imperfect (Deficient/Erroneous) Ans. (b) : Jubilant (Hilarious/overjoyed), Antonym/
Depressed (Gloomy/Sullen)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of the other words-
Notorious – Infamous/Disreputable Happy - Cheerful/Joyful
Flawless – Faultless/Impeccant Delighted - Pleased/Glad
Dependable – Reliable/Credible Young - Juvenile/Adolescent
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383. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. K
JEOPARDIZE
(a) threaten (b) imperil 388. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
the given word.
(c) protect (d) hazard
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) 'Knack'
(a) Vile (b) Process
Ans. (c): Jeopardize- (Endanger/Risk), Antonym -
(c) Lesson (d) Inability
Protect (Defend/secure)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
Meaning of other words –
Threaten- Intimidate/Bluster Ans. (d) : knack - Antonym - Inability
Imperil- hazard/Endonger Meaning of other word-
Hazard- Danger/Risk Vile - Despicable
384. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Lesson - Paragon / Task
given word. Process - Growth
Jovial 389. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(a) Hesitant (b) Gloomy given word.
(c) Cheerful (d) Tired Knotty
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Lax (b) Stop
Ans. (b): Jovial- (Cheerful/Glad), Antonym - Gloomy (c) Simple (d) Complex
(Sorrowful) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words – Ans. (c): Knotty – (Complex), Antonym, Simple –
Hesitant- Indecisive/Inconclusive (Easy)
Cheerful- Glad/Jolly Meaning of other words –
Tired- Exhausted/weary Lax – Nonchalant
385. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Stop - Pause
given word. Complex - Intricate
Jest 390. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(a) Happy (b) Deride given word.
(c) Sadden (d) Joke Keen
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I) (a) Eager (b) Adept
Ans. (c): Jest – (Joke), Antonym, Sadden – (Depress, (c) Jovial (d) Dull
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Melancholy)
Meaning of other words – Ans. (d): Keen – (Zeal/Eager), Antonym, Dull –
Happy – Pleased/Glad (Idle/Inert)
Deride – Taunt/Laugh Meaning of other words –
Joke – Mockery/Humor Eager – Desirous/Avid
Adept – Skillful/Dexterous
386. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Jovial – Cheerful/Genial
given word.
Jubilant 391. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(a) Loyal (b) Sluggish given word.
(c) Disappointed (d) Treason Knave
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Rogue (b) Cheerful
(c) Civilized (d) Blunt
Ans. (c): Jubilant – (Hilarious), Antonym, SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Disappointed – (Hopeless/Despondent) Ans. (c): Knave – (Deceiver/Cheat), Antonym,
Meaning of other words – Civilized – (Decent/Well behaved)
Loyal – Faithful/True Meaning of other words –
Sluggish – Idle/Dormant/Inactive Rogue – Rascal
Treason – Insurgency/Rebellion Cheerful – Gleeful/Glad
387. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Blunt – Edgeless/Obtuse
given word. 392. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Jealous given word.
(a) Envious (b) Trusting Knack
(a) Ability (b) Intimidate
(c) Lively (d) Inert (c) Lunacy (d) Inability
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b): Jealous – (Suspicious) Antonym, Trusting – Ans. (d): Knack – (Proficiency/Dexterity), Antonym,
(Faithful) Inability – (Incapability/Incompetence)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Envious - Spiteful Ability – Caliber/Capability
Lively – Animate Intimidate – Threaten/Browbeat
Inert - Inactive Lunacy – Madness/Insanity
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397. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
L the given word.
Leisure
393. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) Retire (b) Worship
given word.
(c) Work (d) Play
Liability
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) Resource (b) Responsibility
Ans. (c) : Leisure (Leave) - Antonym - Work (Act)
(c) Asset (d) Strike
Meaning of other word-
SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
Play - Sport
Ans. (c) : Liability (Responsibility, burden), Antonym - Retire - Homage
Asset (Wealth, Money) Worship - Refuge
Meaning of the other options-
398. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Resource - Supply, Stockpile underlined word in the given sentence.
Responsibility - Accountability I do not feel it is a laudable plan.
Strike - Punch, hit (a) noticeable (b) precious
394. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (c) commendable (d) disrespected
underlined word. SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
Lucy presented a lucid account of her Ans. (d) : Laudable – (Praiseworthy/Admirable),
achievements before the committee. Antonym – Disrespectful (Rude/Uncivilized)
(a) intelligible (b) transparent Meaning of the other Options-
(c) ambiguous (d) orderly Noticeable – Noteworthy
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) Precious – Valuable
Ans. (c) : Antonym of the above underlined word Commendable – Admirable
'Lucid' is 'ambiguous' 399. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Meaning of other word– given word.
Intelligible – Easy. Linger
Transparent – Limpid (a) Annoy (b) Leave
Orderly – systematic (c) Entertain (d) Choose
395. Select the most appropriate antonym of the SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
underlined word in the given sentence. Ans. (b) : Linger- (Stay), Antonym- Leave
The loyal nature of the princess was one of the (Departure/Exit)
reasons that the king trusted her very much. Meaning of the other Options-
Annoy- Irritate/vex
(a) unyielding (b) livid
Entertain- Amuse
(c) treacherous (d) infamous
Choose- Prefer/Select
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV)
400. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Ans. (c) : Treacherous – "Guilty of betrayal or given word.
involving deception" is the antonym of underlined word LAVISH
loyal – (Faithful in allegiance to someone) given in the (a) excessive (b) luxurious
sentence. (c) tiny (d) frugal
Meaning expressed by other words- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Unyielding –Not gluing way to pursuer, hard or solid. Ans. (d): Lavish - (Extravagant/Prodigal), Antonym,
Livid – Extremely angry Frugal - (Economical/Thrifty)
Infamous – Famous for being bad (Notorious) Meaning of other words –
396. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Luxurious – Epicure
given word. Excessive – Exorbitant
Tiny - Minute
Liable
401. Select the antonym of the given word.
(a) Peaceful (b) Invulnerable
Liberty
(c) Tending (d) Responsible (a) slavery (b) freedoms
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III) (c) autonomy (d) reservation
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate antonym of the above SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
given word 'Liable' (responsible) is 'Invulnerable' Ans. (a): 'Liberty' - (Freedom), Antonym- Slavery
(Unhurt). (Thrall)
Meaning of other options – Meaning of other words –
Peaceful – Quiet, Steady, Autonomy - Self-rule
Tending – Direction, Keeping, Reservation - Preserve
Responsible – Amenable, Liable, Freedom - Independence
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402. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (c): Lenient - (Generous), Antonym - Strict
given word. (Harsh/Rigid)
LAMENT
(a) bleed (b) bemoan Meaning of other words –
(c) appeal (d) celebrate Generous - Liberal
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) Helpful – Supportive/useful
Defensive - Protective
Ans. (d): Lament - (Moan/Deplore), Antonym -
celebrate - (Rejoice)
Meaning of other words– M
Bleed - Lose of blood 408. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
Bemoan – Lament/weep the given word.
Appeal – Cassation Malign
403. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (a) Align (b) Cheerful
given word.
LOYALTY (c) Harangue (d) Praise
(a) faith (b) treason SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) trust (d) fidelity Ans. (d) : The most appropriate opposite word for
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) 'Malign' is 'praise'.
Ans. (b): Loyalty- (Devotion/Dedication), Antonym- The meaning of the other words is-
Treason (Insurgency/Rebellion) Align means straighten
Meaning of other words – Cheerful means Glad, happy
Faith- Belief Harangue means Lecture
Trust- Belief/faith Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
Fidelity- Loyalty/Integrity 409. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
404. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
given word. Meagre
Loiter (a) Generous (b) Racial
(a) Loaf (b) Hasten (c) Stupid (d) Regional
(c) Dawdle (d) Repel
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b): Loiter- (Delay), Antonym - Hasten (Hurry) Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the given
Meaning of other words – word 'meagre' (little) is 'Generous' (bountiful).
Loaf - Bun Meaning of other options–
Dawdle - delay Racial – Vernacular,
Repel - Setback Stupid – Foolish,
405. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Regional – Territorial,
given word. 410. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Linger underlined word in the given sentence.
(a) Quicken (b) Stop It is a misconception that the more you learn,
(c) Wait (d) Defer the more likely you are to succeed.
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Fallacy (b) Illusion
Ans. (a): Linger- (Stay), Antonym - Quicken (Hasten) (c) Certainty (d) Hallucination
Meaning of other words – SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
Stop – Pause
Wait – Stay Ans. (c) : The most appropriate antonym of the above
Defer- Avoid underlined word 'misconception' (Illusion) is certainty'.
Meaning of other options –
406. Select the antonym of the given word.
LATENT Fallacy – Illusion, Phantasm,
(a) Forbidding (b) Hidden Illusion –Fallacy, Chimera,
(c) Artificial (d) Obvious Hallucination – Reverie, Delusion,
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III) 411. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Ans. (d): Latent - (Secret), Antonym - Obvious given word.
(Explicit/direct) Moil
Meaning of other words – (a) Cultivate (b) Grow
Forbidding – Undesirable/Deformed (c) Discourage (d) Work
Hidden – Invisible SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I
Artificial – Synthetical/ Man-made Ans. (c) : Moil (Toil), Antonym - Discourage
407. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (Demoralize/Daunt)
given word. Meaning of the other Options-
LENIENT
(a) Generous (b) Helpful Cultivate – Develop/Evolve
(c) Strict (d) Defensive Grow – Surmount
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III) Work – Duty/Job
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412. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (b) : Maintain (Preserve), Antonym, abandon
given word. (Renounce)
Modest Meaning of the other Options-
(a) Conceited (b) Glum Preserve – Protect
(c) Unhappy (d) Sullen Protect – Save
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I Sustain – Keep/Continue
Ans. (a) : Modest (Humble), Antonym - conceited 417. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(Haughty) given word.
Meaning of the other Options- MODERN
Glum – Gloomy (a) ancient (b) well known
Unhappy – Sad (c) creaky (d) popular
Sullen – Sorrowful SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
Ans. (a) : 'Modern' (Latest/Recent), antonym - ancient
413. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (Primitive/old)
given word. Meaning of the other words-
multiple Well known - Familiar
(a) double (b) single Creaky - Crepitate
(c) triple (d) many Popular - Famous
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III 418. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Ans. (b) : Multiple (Several/Various), Antonym - given word.
Single (Solitary) Malicious
(a) Culpable (b) Biased
Meaning of the other words- (c) Perverted (d) Decent
Double - Duplex SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I)
triple - Three fold Ans. (d): Malicious - (Spiteful), Antonym, Decent -
many - Numerous/Multiple (Civilized)
414. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Meaning of other words –
given word. Culpable - Criminal
Mettle Biased – Prejudiced
Perverted – Deterred/Distorted
(a) Cowardice (b) Caution
419. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(c) Stamina (d) Attention
given word.
SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I MENACE
Ans. (a) : Mettle (Enthusiasm/Courage), Antonym (a) balance (b) peril
cowardice (Timidity) (c) threat (d) comfort
Meaning of the other Options- SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Caution –Warning/Alert Ans. (d): 'Menace'- (Hazard/Peril), Antonym -
Stamina – Endurance 'Comfort' (Convenient/Ease)
Balance - Equilibrium
attention – Notice/Concentration Peril - Danger
415. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Threat - Reprimand
given word. 420. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Moderate given word.
(a) Easy (b) Extreme MUSTER
(c) Medium (d) Temperate (a) convene (b) mobilize
(c) disperse (d) assemble
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : Moderate (Confined/Medium) antonym- Ans. (c): 'Muster' - (Collection), Antonym -
extreme (Excessive) 'Disperse' (Spread)
Meaning of the other words- Meaning of other words –
Easy - Simple/Effortless Convene – Call/Summon
Medium - Middle/Average Mobilize - Organize
Temperate - Abstinent/Average Assemble - Amass/Rally
416. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 421. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Maintain MEAGRE
(a) Preserve (b) Abandon (a) Inadequate (b) plentiful
(c) scanty (d) premium
(c) Protect (d) Sustain SSC CHSL (Tier-I) – 13/10/2022 (Shift-I)
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (b): Meager - (Scant/little), Antonym - Plentiful Ans. (c): Minuscule- (Tiny/Minute), Antonym -
(Abundant/Bountiful) 'Gigantic' (Huge/Enormous)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Scanty- Merger Dwarf- Shorty/Pygmy
Premium- Installment Small- Miniature/minor
Inadequate- Insufficient/Scarce Meagre- Scant/Insignificant
422. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 427. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of
given word. given word.
MORTALITY MAESTRO
(a) death (b) birth (a) Teacher (b) Connoisseur
(c) lethality (d) fatality (c) Enthusiast (d) Amateur
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b): Mortality - (Decease/Death), Antonym - Birth Ans. (d): Maestro – (Expert/Artist), Antonym -
(Genesis/Life) Amateur (Novice/Inexperienced )
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Death – Demise/decease Connoisseur – Specialist/Expert
Lethality – Deadly/fatal Enthusiast – Ardent/keen
Fatality - Calamity Teacher – Educator/Pedagogue
423. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 428. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
MENTAL MEDDLE
(a) strength (b) physical (a) Fortify (b) Prize
(c) ability (d) brainy (c) Support (d) Ignore
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b): Mental- (psycho/psychic) Antonym- Physical Ans. (d): Meddle – (Interfere/Intervene), Antonym -
(Material/bodily) Ignore (Neglect)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Ability- Capability/Caliber Fortify – Strengthen
Strength- Competence/Ability Prize – Reward
Brainy- Sensible Support –Help/Assist
424. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 429. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
MISERY MALIGNANT
(a) bliss (b) poverty (a) Indignant (b) Hesitant
(c) censure (d) dearth (c) Benign (d) Fatal
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): Misery- (Suffering/distress), Antonym- Bliss Ans. (c): Malignant – (Harmful/Detrimental),
(Ecstasy) Antonym - 'Benign' (Kind/Benevolent)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Poverty- Impoverishment/penury Indignant – Angry
Censure- Condemn/Criticism Hesitant – Indecisive
Dearth- Scarcity/Famine
Fatal – Deadly
425. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. Malignant – Deadly
MOROSE 430. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) sullen (b) cheerful given word.
(c) unsatisfied (d) mournful METROPOLITAN
SSC MTS–07/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Provincial (b) Federal
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Insular (d) National
Ans. (b): Morose- (Gloomy/Sorrowful), Antonyms - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Cheerful (Gleeful/Hilarious) Ans. (a): Metropolitan- (Municipal/Urban), Antonym -
Meaning of other words – Provincial (territorial)
Mournful – Distressful Meaning of other words –
Unsatisfied – Discontent Federal – Confederate/Combined
Sullen – Gloomy/Melancholy Insular – Singly
426. Select the most appropriate antonym of the National– Countrywide/Governmental
given word. 431. Select the antonym of the given word.
Minuscule MODEST
(a) dwarf (b) small (a) Vain (b) Furious
(c) gigantic (d) meagre (c) Dishonest (d) Simple
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (a): 'Modest'- (Humble), Antonym - Vain Ans. (a) : Nadir - Antonym - 'Climax'
(Egocentric/Conceited) Meaning of other word-
Meaning of other words – Bottom – Base, Surface
Furious - violent/Wrathful Base – Foundation
Dishonest - Insidious Docile – Courteous
Simple - Easy/General 436. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
432. Select the antonym of the given word. given word.
MALEVOLENT Negligent
(a) Kind (b) Positive (a) Careful (b) Indifferent
(c) Cruel (d) Well-mannered (c) Strange (d) Faithful
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
Ans. (a): Malevolent - (Evil/Deceitful), Antonym - Ans. (a) : Negligent (Careless), Antonym - careful
Kind (Generous/Gentle)~ (Wary)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of the other Options-
Positive - Hopeful Indifferent → Apathetic
Cruel – Heartless/Brutal strange → Bizarre
Well-mannered – Elegant/Courteous
Faithful → Reliable
N 437. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word.
433. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for Never
the underlined word in the following sentence. (a) Always (b) Rarely
He neglected his duties and was dismissed from (c) Sometimes (d) Seldom
his job. SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
(a) Succeeded (b) Ignored Ans. (a) : Never – (Not at all, Nevermore), Antonym,
(c) Attended (d) Scorned always (Eternally)
SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II) Meaning of the other Options-
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate antonym for the Rarely – Infrequently, Seldom
underlined word 'neglected' (ignored) is 'Attended' pay Sometimes – Occasionally
attention, noticed. Seldom – Sometimes
Meaning of the other options-
438. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Succeed - Triumph, Accomplish given word.
Ignored - Neglected Negligent
Scorned - Hate (a) Careful (b) Calm
Correct Sentence- (c) Careless (d) Composed
He attended his duties and was dismissed from his job. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
434. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (a) : Negligent (Reckless/Carefree), Antonym
word 'Naive' from teh given sentence. After careful (Cautious/alert)
years of working in politics, she had become Meaning of the other words-
cynical and jaded, convinced that all politicians Calm - Quiet/Tranquil
were corrupt and that the system was rigged Careless - Irresponsible/Neglectful
against the people.
Composed - Calm/Peaceful
(a) jaded (b) Corrupt
439. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(c) Convinced (d) Cynical given word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III) NOVEL
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the above (a) fresh (b) old
given word 'Naive' is 'Cynical'. (c) original (d) new
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other options-
Ans. (b): Novel- (New/Modern), Antonym - Old
Jaded - Tired, Sick,
(Ancient/Aged)
Corrupt - Impaired, Depraved, Meaning of other words –
Convinced - Expectant, assured, Fresh- Verdant
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Original- Genuine/Factual
435. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to New- Recent/Modern
the given word. 440. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Nadir given word.
NEBULOUS
(a) Climax (b) Base (a) Common (b) Clear
(c) Bottom (d) Docile (c) Mutual (d) Familiar
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b): 'Nebulous'- (Obscure/Vague), Antonym - 445. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
'Clear' (Apparent/Articulate) given word.
Meaning of other words – Overrun
Common – Usual/General (a) Surrender (b) Inundate
Mutual – Reciprocal/Fraternal (c) Storm (d) Invade
Familiar – Well-know/Friendly SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
441. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (a) : Overrun (Crush), Antonym - Surrender
given word. (submit/Capitulate)
NEAT Meaning of the other Options-
(a) Messy (b) Clear Inundate – Flood/Submerge
(c) Sharp (d) Strong
storm – Typhoon/Tornado
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): Neat– (Clean/Fresh), Antonym - 'Messy' Invade – Attack/Raid
(Dirty/Muddy) 446. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Meaning of other words – given word.
Clear– Apparent/Spotless Obscure
(a) Veiled (b) Cloudy
Sharp– Fast/Intense (c) Apparent (d) Blurred
Strong– Firm/Polent SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
442. Select the antonym of the given word. Ans. (c) : Obscure (Vague/Ambiguous), Antonym -
Notorious Apparent (clear/obvious)
(a) Efficient (b) Popular Meaning of the other Options-
(c) Optimistic (d) Infamous Veiled - Indirect/Latent
SSC CGL (Tier-I)– 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III) Cloudy - Hazy/Misty
Ans. (b): Notorious- (Infamous), Antonym - Popular Blurred - Vague/unclear
(Famous) 447. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Meaning of other words – given word.
Efficient - Adept/Skillful Obdurate
Optimistic - Sanguine/Hopeful (a) Rigid (b) Amenable
Infamous - Ignoble (c) Callous (d) Secure
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
O Ans. (b) : obdurate (Stubborn/Obstinate), Antonym -
443. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Amenable (Responsible/Docile)
underlined word. Her room looks very messy Meaning of the other words-
(a) Organised (b) Chaotic Rigid – Harsh/Tough
(c) Untidy (d) Disordered Callous – Unkind/Ruthless
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II) Secure – Safe
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the 448. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
underlined word 'messy' is 'organised'. given word.
Meaning of other options- Optional
Chaotic - Anarchic, (a) Elective (b) Arbitrary
Untidy - Dirty, (c) Compulsory (d) Voluntary
Disordered - Unarranged,
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Ans. (c) : Optional (Alternative Antonym -
444. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Compulsory (Mandatory)
given word.
Meaning of the other Options-
Obedient
(a) Compliant (b) Submissive Elective - Electoral/Qualifying
(c) Cheery (d) Resistant Arbitrary - Whimsical/Capricious
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I Voluntary - Wilful/Free of charge
Ans. (d) : Obedient (Compliant), Antonym - Resistant 449. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(Obstructive) given word.
Meaning of the other Options- Outstanding
Compliant – Dutiful (a) Astounding (b) Ordinary
Submissive – Docile/Courteous (c) Remarkable (d) Honest
Cheery – Glad SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
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Ans. (b) : Outstanding (Excellent/Impressive), 454. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Antonym - Ordinary (Normal/Common) given word
Meaning of the other words- Obese
Astounding – Surprising/Amazing (a) fat (b) overweight
Remarkable – Extraordinary (c) thin (d) plump
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
Honest – Frank/Candid Ans. (c): Obese – Fat, Antonym - Thin - Slender
450. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Meaning of other words –
given word. Fat - Thick
Overlook Overweight - Obese
(a) Neglect (b) Notice Plump - Voluminous
(c) ignore (d) Visualize 455. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II given word.
Ans. OFFBEAT
Ans. (b) : Overlook (Ignore), Antonym– Notice (a) conventional (b) weird
(Attention) (c) unique (d) freaky
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of the other Options-
Neglect – Disregard, Disparage Ans.(a): Offbeat- (Way-out), Antonym - Conventional
Ignore – Defy, Neglect (Traditional)
Meaning of other words –
Visualize – Imagine , Dream Weird- Peculiar/Bizarre
451. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Unique- Exclusive/Matchless
given word. Freaky- Strange/Abnormal
Oppose 456. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(a) Assist (b) Quarrel given word.
(c) Favour (d) Control OMINOUS
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III (a) foreboding (b) threatening
Ans. (c) : Oppose (Resist), Antonym, favour (Defend, (c) auspicious (d) baleful
Bias) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Meaning of the other Options- Ans. (c): Ominous - (Jinx/Unblessed), Antonym-
Assist – Help auspicious (Favorable/Lucky)
Quarrel – Fight, Dispute Meaning of other words –
Control – Curb, command Foreboding- Fore knowledge
452. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Threatening- Terrorizing
given word. Baleful- Harmful/Detrimental
Obscure 457. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(a) Doubtful (b) Dim given word.
(c) Clear (d) Vague Opaque
SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II (a) Dull (b) Clear
Ans. (c) : Obscure (Vague) (c) Frosty (d) Hazy
Antonym - Clear (Apparent) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of the other Options- Ans. (b) : Opaque - (Cloudy/Non-Transparent),
Doubtful - Suspect/Suspicious Antonym - Clear (Apparent/Clean)
Dim - Hazy/Misty Meaning of other words –
Vague - Obscure/Unclear Dull- Inactive
Frosty- Cold/Fridge
453. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Hazy- Cloudy/Dim
given word.
458. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Obstinate
given word.
(a) Willful (b) Firm
OPTIONAL
(c) Flexible (d) Loyal (a) Elective (b) Fanciful
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II (c) Original (d) Compulsory
Ans. (c) : Obstinate (Stubborn), Antonym - Flexible SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(Resilient/Elastic) Ans. (d): Optional- (Alternative), Antonym -
Meaning of the other words- Compulsory (Mandatory/Necessary)
Willful → Deliberately Meaning of other words –
Firm → Determined Elective - Selective
Fanciful – Imaginary/Dreamy
Loyal → Faithful Original – Authentic/Genuine
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459. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. P
OBSCURE
(a) Uncertain (b) Ambiguous 464. Select the appropriate antonym for the
underlined word.
(c) Vague (d) Clear
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) The peach-tree is most productive when the
roots are kept near the surface.
Ans. (d): Obscure- (Vague/Unclear), Antonym - (a) potent (b) lush
Clear (Apparent/Clean) (c) futile (d) fertile
Meaning of other words – SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Uncertain – Wavering/Doubtful Ans. (c) : The appropriate antonym for the underlined
Ambiguous – Vague/Unreadable word – ‘productive’ is ‘futile’.
Vague – Obscure/Indistinct Meaning of other options –
460. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Potent – Blatant,
given word. Lush – Succulent,
OUTSPOKEN
Fertile – Prolific,
(a) Ambivalent (b) Candid
(c) Equivocal (d) Secretive 465. Select the appropriate antonym for the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) underlined word. He says we are poor now.
(a) baren (b) indigent
Ans. (d): Outspoken - (Vociferous/Straightforward),
(c) ruined (d) opulent
Antonym - Secretive (Bashful/shy)
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
Meaning of other words –
Ambivalent – Equivocal Ans. (d) : The appropriate antonym for the underlined
Candid – Forthright/Frank word 'poor' is 'Opulent'.
Equivocal – Ambiguous/Suspicious Meaning of other options-
Barren- Infertile
461. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives select the one which is opposite in Indigent- Cashless
meaning of the given word. Ruined- Destroyed
Obligate 466. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) Force (b) Indebt given word.
(c) Restrict (d) Let off Ponderous
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III) (a) Obligated (b) Graceful
Ans. (d): 'Obligate'- (Coerce/Constrain), Antonym- (c) Swollen (d) Adverse
'Let off' (Pardon/Forgive) SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV)
Meaning of other words – Ans. (b) : Ponderous (Dull, weighty) Antonym-
Force - Emphasis Graceful (Beautiful, happy)
Indebt – Obliging Meaning of the other options-
Restrict - Ban Obligated - Constrained
462. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Swollen - Bloated
word. Adverse - Opposite, Contrary
Obstinate 467. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) Stern (b) Stubborn given word.
(c) Flexible (d) Adamant Put forth
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) (a) Stop (b) Against
Ans. (c): Obstinate- (Stubborn/Headstrong), Antonym (c) Apply (d) Conceal
- Flexible (Resilient/Elastic) SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words – Ans. (d) : Put forth (Apply), Antonym - Conceal (Hide)
Stern - Harsh/Rigid Meaning of the other options-
Stubborn - Importune Stop - Pause, End
Adamant - Obdurate Against - Contrary
463. Select the antonym of the given word. Apply - Enforce
OPAQUE 468. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) Turbid (b) Transparent given word.
(c) Fogged (d) Murky Presumale
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Reasonable (b) Credible
Ans. (b): Opaque - (Hazy/Obscure), Antonym - (c) Improbable (d) Forgetful
transparent (Clear/Apparent) SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III)
Meaning of other words – Ans. (c) : The most appropriate Antonym of the given
Turbid – Confused word 'Presumale' is – improbable.
Fogged - Darken It is clear that 'improbable' is the most suitable antonym
Murky - Darksome of presumale'
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The other options give different meaning. 473. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Reasonable :- rational, logical. underlined word in the following sentence.
Credible :- believable Suraj has always shown a willingness to accept
Forgetful :- unmindful and respect the differences in others' lives with
Hence option (c) is correct answer. impartiality and avoid prejudice.
469. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (a) Avoid (b) Differences
given word. (c) Willingness (d) Impartiality
Perplex SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) Complex (b) Simplify Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, antonym of the
(c) Comprehensive (d) Classify underlined word "Prejudice" (Favoritisim) is
SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II) "impartiality" (Justice).
Ans. (b) : 'Simplify' is the most appropriate Meaning of other word-
antonym of the given word 'Perplex' (complicate). Avoid - Avert
The meaning of the other words is– Differences - Disparity
Complex :- difficult, hard. Willingness - Intentness
Comprehensive :- including all or everything. 474. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(complete) given word.
Classify :- arrange or order by classes or categories. Perilous
470. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (a) Verbose (b) Unstable
given word (c) cruel (d) Safe
Partial SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
(a) Unbiased (b) Unjust
Ans. (d) : Perilous (Hazardous), Antonym - safe
(c) Prejudiced (d) Doubtful (Secure)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) Meaning of the other Options-
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate 'antonym' of the given Verbose – Talkative
word 'partial' (Fragmental) is 'unbiased.'
Unstable – Fickle/Changeable
The meaning of other words are-
Unjust means - unfair Cruel – Brutal
Prejudiced means - partisan 475. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Doubtfull means - suspect underlined word in the given sentence.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). The kids have been pestering me to buy them
471. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the new toys.
underlined word. (a) pacifying (b) perturbing
He regards himself as a patriod. (c) bugging (d) tormenting
(a) dutiful (b) traitor SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
(c) nationalist (d) loyal Ans. (a) : Pestering Annoy/Bother), Antonym -
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) Pacifying (Soothe)
Ans. (b) : The antonym of the underlined word "patriot" Meaning of the other Options-
is 'traitor' while the remaining words have different Perturbing – Puzzle/Harass
meaning. Bugging – Irritating
472. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Tormenting – Afflict/Torture
underlined word in the given sentence.
Everyone feels that he us pompous, but I know 476. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
the underlying truth that he is a man of great given word.
understanding and love. Prey
(a) Lofty (b) Haughty (a) Loot (b) Sufferer
(c) Grandiose (d) Modest (c) Game (d) Predator
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
Ans. (d) : Among the given option, option (d) modest – Ans. (d) : Prey (Hunt), Antonym - Predator - (Vermin)
( Tending not to talk about or make obuious your own Meaning of the other Options-
abilities and achievements) is the most appropriate Loot - Rob/Plunder
antonym of the underlined word, Pompus – ( seeling or Sufferer - Sick person/woeful
showing that you think you are better or more important
than other people.) in the sentence. Game - Sport
Meaning of other options are– 477. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Lofty – Elevated in tharacter an spirit of high moral highlighted word.
standerd . Two original manuscripts of this text are still
Haughty – and looking down on others Acting with extant.
superiority (a) negotiate (b) extinct
Grandiose – Bigger and containing more details than (c) drool (d) persist
necessary. SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
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Ans. (b) : Extant (Present/In vogue), Antonym - 481. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Extinct (lost/Decedent) given word.
Meaning of the other words- Persist
Negotiate – Talk/Settle (a) Discontinue (b) Convince
(c) Enable (d) Incline
Drool – Saliva
SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II
Persist – Persevere Ans. (a) : Persist (Persevere), Antonym – Discontinue
478. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (Interrupt)
highlighted word. Meaning of the other Options-
The boss persists with his loyalists even now. Convince – Persuade
(a) discontinues (b) continues Enable – Empower, Permit
(c) formulates (d) retinues Incline – Tilt
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II 482. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Ans. (a) : persists (perseveres) Antonym - discontinues given word.
Possess
(Cease/Stop) (a) Release (b) Occupy
Meaning of the other words- (c) Obtain (d) Maintain
Continues - Persevere/persist SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
Formulates - Draw up/map out Ans. (a) : Possess (Own)
Retinues - Escort/Entourage Antonym, Release - (Liberation, discharge)
Meaning of the other Options-
479. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Occupy - Divest, Take
given word. Obtain - Get, Acquire
Pseudo Maintain - Preserve
(a) Genuine (b) Artificial 483. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(c) Flawed (d) Corrupt given word.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II Prudent
(a) Wasteful (b) Cautious
Ans. (a) : Pseudo (Fake/Mock), Antonym - Genuine - (c) Clever (d) Shrewd
(Real/Actual) SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III
Meaning of the other words- Ans. (a) : Prudent - (Discerning)
Artificial - Synthetic/False Antonym - Wasteful -(Prodigal)
Flawed - Faulty/Incorrect Meaning of the other Options-
Corrupt - Dishonest/Depraved Cautious - Alert, Careful
Clever - Cunning, Crafty
480. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Shrewd - Canny
highlighted word. 484. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
She has a penchant for art and craft. given word.
(a) anxiety (b) hatred PREVAIL
(c) fear (d) joy (a) prove (b) succeed
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I (c) surrender (d) control
Ans. (b) : Penchant (Passion/fondness/Inclination) SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
Antonym - Hatred (Dislike/aversion/Disgust) Ans. (c) : Prevail (Win/Conquer/popular) Antonym /
Meaning of the other words- Surrender (Capitulate/give up)
Meaning of the other words-
Anxiety - Concern/Perplexity Prove - Vindicate/Verify
Fear - Phobia/Fright Succeed - Triumph/win
Joy - Glad/Glee Control - Command/Curb
481. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Option (c) is correct
given word. 485. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Vulgar given word.
(a) Refined (b) Senior PRODUCE (verb)
(c) Ignorant (d) Decreased (a) harvest (b) yield
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I (c) destroy (d) arrange
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : Vulgar (Indecent/unrefined) Antonym,
'Refined' (Civilized/cultured) Ans. (c) : Produce (Make/Build), Antonym destroy
(Decimate/Demolish)
Meaning of the other words- Meaning of the other words-
Senior - Elder/ Superior harvest - Crop
Ignorant - Unwise/Unaware yield - Produce
Decreased - Reduce/Lessen arrange - Order

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486. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 491. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
PUNGENT PROGRESSIVE
(a) Sharp (b) Sour (a) moving (b) conservative
(c) Mild (d) Biting (c) repeated (d) aristocratic
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Pungent - (Acrimonious/Acute), Antonym, Ans. (b): Progressive - (Developing), Antonym -
Mild - (Gentle/Soft) Conservative- (Orthodox)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Sharp - Intense Moving- Transportable
Sour – Tart/Acid Repeated- Recurrent
Biting - Cutting Aristocratic- Oligarchy
487. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 492. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
PRESTIGE PROLONG
(a) renown (b) disregard (a) prevent (b) allow
(c) dignity (d) repute (c) increase (d) shorten
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b): Prestige - (Dignity/Glory), Antonym- Ans. (d): Prolong- (Lengthen/Elongate) Antonym -
Disregard (Dishonor) 'Shorten'- (Reduce/Slacken)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Renown - (Glory/Fame), Prevent- Stop
Dignity - (Decoroum/Deference) Allow- Permit/Assent
Repute - (Popularity/Honor) Increase- Growth/Augment
493. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
488. Select the antonym of the given word. given word.
PARDON PERTURB
(a) mercy (b) punish (a) Fluster (b) Soothe
(c) grace (d) kindness (c) Confound (d) Commend
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b): Pardon- (Excuse), Antonym - Punish- Ans. (b): Perturb - (Discompose/Agitation), Antonym -
(Torment/Chastise) Soothe - (Calm/Quiet)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Mercy- Pity/Ruth Fluster- Quandary/Harass
Grace- Elegance/Compassion Confound- Perplex
Kindness- Gentleness/Benevolence Commend – Admire/Applaud
489. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 494. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
PRUDENT POROUS
(a) indiscreet (b) judicious (a) spongy (b) permeable
(c) tactful (d) practical (c) impermeable (d) absorbent
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Prudent - (Discerning/Rational), Antonyms- Ans. (c): Porous- (Foraminate/Perforated) Antonym-
Indiscreet (Impetuous/Indiscriminate) Impermeable- (Impenetrable/Unassailable)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Judicious- Sensible/Reasonable Spongy- Taut
Tactful- Courteous/Docile Permeable- Penetrable/Accessible
Practical- Experimental/Usual Absorbent- Imbibe/Soak
490. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 495. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
PUBLIC PROCEED
(a) private (b) ready (a) ahead (b) recede
(c) common (d) restricted (c) forward (d) continue
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a): Public - (Common/Demos), Antonym - Ans. (b): Proceed- (Go forward/Go ahead) Antonym-
Private (Personal/Individual) Recede- (Retreat/Recoil)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Ready- Prepared Ahead- Further
Common- Usual Forward- Onward
Rusticated- Banished Continue- Sustain
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496. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 501. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
PROSPERITY PLACATE
(a) nobility (b) affinity (a) Appease (b) Conciliate
(c) simplicity (d) adversity (c) Propitiate (d) Enrage
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d): Prosperity- (Affluence/Flourishing), Ans. (d): 'Placate'- (Console/Solace), Antonym -
Antonym- Adversity (Poverty/Lack) Enrage (Infuriate/Anger)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Nobility- Greatness/Generosity Appease – Soothe/Calm
Affinity- Congeniality Conciliate - Compromise
Simplicity- Naivety Propitiate – satisfy/Pamper
497. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 502. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
PERPETRATE PERISH
(a) execute (b) prevent (a) Vanish (b) Wither
(c) perform (d) commit (c) Grow (d) Crumble
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b): Perpetrate - (Sin/Crime), Antonym - Prevent Ans. (c): Perish– (Ruin), Antonym - Grow
(Stop/Clog) (Surmount/cultivate)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Execute- Gibbet Vanish– Disappear/Evanish
Perform- Act/Impersonate Wither– Fade/Shrivel
Commit- Pledge/Promise Crumble– Pulverize/Shred
498. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 503. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
PROLIFIC PROVOKE
(a) Abundant (b) Unproductive (a) Stimulate (b) Encourage
(c) Several (d) Rich (c) Appease (d) Beckon
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b): Prolific- (Fertile/Productive), Antonym - Ans. (c): Provoke– (Aggravate/Inflame), Antonym -
Unproductive (Infertile/Barren) Appease– (Quiet/Soothe)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Abundant – Bountiful/Ample Stimulate– Excite/Agitate
Several – Various/Diverse Encourage– Promote/Embolden
Rich – Affluent/Wealthy Beckon– Gesture/Insinuate
499. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 504. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
PACIFIST PRIM
(a) Orator (b) Peace-maker (a) Mature (b) Principle
(c) Warmonger (d) Nihilist (c) Disheveled (d) Intellectual
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c): Pacifist- (Peacemaker), Antonym - Ans. (c): 'Prim'- (In order), Antonym - Disheveled
(Disorderly)
Warmonger (Belligerent)
Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Mature – Sensible/Practical
Orator – Speaker/Spokes man Principle – Doctrine/Maxim
Peace-maker – Pacificator Intellectual – Cognitive/Scholarly
Nihilist – Emptiness/Vividness 505. In the following question, out of the given four
500. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
given word. meaning of the given word.
PLAUSIBLE Persuade
(a) Advise (b) Affect
(a) Unlikely (b) Feasible (c) Assure (d) Prevent
(c) Unmanageable (d) Unlikely SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): Persuade- (Expostulate), Antonym -
Ans. (a): Plausible - (Probable/Colorable), Antonym -
Prevent (Stop/Clog)
unlikely (Unexpected/Improbable) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Advise – Suggest
Feasible – Practicable/Doable Affect – Impress/Influence
Unmanageable – Uncontrollable/Unbearable Assure – Ensure/Convince
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506. Select the antonym of the given word. 511. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Persuade given word.
(a) Convince (b) Endorse Quench
(c) Dissuade (d) Fume (a) Extinguish (b) Ignite
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Soothe (d) Quiet
Ans. (c): Persuade- (Expostulate), Antonym - SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
'Dissuade' (Deter) Ans. (b): Quench – (Extinguish), Antonym, ignite –
Meaning of other words – (Kindle/Arson)
Convince - Persuade Meaning of other words –
Endorse - Support Extinguish – Blow out/Quench
Fume - Smoke Soothe – Calm/Quiet
507. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Quiet – Tranquil/Silent
given word. 512. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Progress given word.
(a) Advancement (b) Growth Query
(c) Betterment (d) Decline
(a) Nibble (b) Doubt
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) Answer (d) Oust
Ans. (d): Progress- (Development/Advance), SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Antonym - Decline (Downfall/Wane)
Ans. (c): Query – (Question), Antonym–Answer –
Meaning of other words –
Advancement - Enhancement/Rise (Reply)
Growth - Progress/Increase Meaning of other words –
Betterment - Improvement/Reformation Nibble - Suspect/Doubt
508. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Doubt – Vacillate
word. Oust – Extrude/Evict
Pompous 513. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(a) Arrogant (b) Calm
(c) Impatient (d) Humble given word.
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) Quotidian
Ans. (d): Pompous - (Ostentatious), Antonym - (a) Ordinary (b) Reckless
Humble (Submissive) (c) Extraordinary (d) Pious
Meaning of other words – SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Arrogant – Conceited/Haughty Ans. (c): Quotidian – (Ordinary/Normal), Antonym,
Calm – Quit/Silent Extraordinary – (Exceptional/Special)
Impatient – Restless/Uneasy Meaning of other words –
Ordinary – Normal/Hackneyed
Q Reckless – Careless/Irresponsible
509. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Pious – Holy/Chaste
word.
Quell R
(a) Agitate (b) Deny
(c) Reduce (d) Entire 514. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I) given word.
SSC CPO–SI–12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a): Quell (Calm/Sooth), Antonym - Agitate Retain
(Excite) (a) Maintain (b) Forget
Meaning of other words – (c) Restore (d) Attain
Deny - Refuse/Reject SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
Reduce - Decrease/Slacken Ans. (b) : Retain (Hold, keep), Antonym - Forget
Entire - Whole/Total
(Bewilder)
510. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. Meaning of the other options-
Quarrel Maintain - Preserve, Sustain
(a) Strife (b) Feud Restore - Renew, riestablish
(c) Harmony (d) Bias Attain - Achieve, obtain
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Quarrel- (Dispute/Fight), Antonym - 515. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Harmony (Unison/Consistence) given word.
Meaning of other words – Rancid
Strife – Conflict/Discord (a) Rotten (b) Urgent
Feud – Animosity/Enmity (c) Fresh (d) Rough
Bias – discrimination/Partiality/Prejudice SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c) : Rancid (stale), Antonym - Fresh (New, Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the given
Original) word 'Raciness' – (Behavior or language bordering on
Meaning of the other options- indelicacy) is option (d) Perfection (The state of being
Rotten - Putrid perfect and without fault).
Urgent - Essential Meaning possessed by other options–
Rough - Rigid, coarse, unrefine obscenity – Sexual words or acts that shock people and
cause offence.
516. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Lewdness – Behavior that is sexual in offensive way.
given word. Filth – unpleasant dirt or sexual words that cause
Rustic offence.
(a) Depressed (b) Natural 520. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
(c) Shallow (d) Urbane the given word.
SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV) Recondite
Ans. (d) : 'Urbane' is the most appropriate antonym (a) Abstruse (b) Phlegm
of the given word Rustic. (c) Clear (d) Abstrct
The other options give different meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II)
Depressed :- gloomy Ans. (c) : Recondite - Antonym - Clear
Natural :- Normal Meaning of other words-
Shallow :- lacking physical depth. Phlegm – Mucilage
517. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Abstract – Essence
given word. Abstruse – Intensive
Repeal 521. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) Separation (b) Expense given word.
(c) Approval (d) Adversity Retreat
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) (a) Advance (b) Push
Ans. (c) : "Approval" ( feeling or shoring that you think (c) Promote (d) Strengthen
something is good/Getting agree) will be the antonym SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
of given word Repeal – (To officially make a low no Ans. (a) : Retreat – (Recoil), Antonym – advance –
long valid) (Progress, Proceed)
Other options express following meaning – Meaning of the other Options-
Separation – The state of things separated. Push – Force
Expense – money that is spent for a particular purpose. Promote – Encourage
Adversity – An unpleasant and difficult situation. Strengthen – Invigorate, Fortify
518. Select the most appropriate antonym for 522. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
'refuse' in the given sentence. given word.
Shama was 'refuse' to visit the accommodation Reign
places for the devotees of the shrine. (a) Manage (b) Yield
(a) Allowed (b) Shrine (c) Influence (d) Govern
(c) Visit (d) Accommodation SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) Ans. (b) : Reign (Rule), Antonym - Yield
Ans. (a) : The antonym of word 'refuse' – ( Indicate that (Agree/Submit)
one is not willing to do/accept/approve something is Meaning of the other Options-
option (a) allowed – Manage – Handle/Supervise
(To let someone do something or to let something Influence– Impact/Effect
happen or granting Permission.) Govern – Reign/Suppress
Meaning possessed by other words 523. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Shrine – A place for worship that is holy because of given word.
having connection with sacred things or object/person. REMEMBER
Accommodation – A place for somebody to live or stay (a) Learn (b) Forget
Visit – To go to see a person or place for a period of (c) Memorise (d) Retain
time. SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II
519. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (b) : Remember (Recall), Antonym Forget
given word. (Bewilder)
Raciness Meaning of the other Options-
(a) Obscenity (b) Lewdness Learn – Train/Master
(c) Filth (d) Perfection Memories – Recall
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) Retain – keep/Preserve
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524. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 529. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
Reticent ROUGH
(a) Talkative (b) Hostile (a) Smooth (b) Coarse
(c) Aggressive (d) Controversial (c) Thick (d) Crude
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II
Ans. (a) : Reticent (Taciturn), Ans. (a) : Rough (Coarse), Antonym – Smooth –
Antonym - Talkative (Garrulous) (Sleek)
Meaning of the other Options- Meaning of the other Options-
Hostile - Rancorous Coarse – Rugged/ Rough
Aggressive - Assailant Thick – Plump
Controversial - Disputable Crude – Unrefined
525. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 530. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
Reverence Ransack
(a) Seize (b) Protect
(a) Contempt (b) Respect
(c) Pilfer (d) Raid
(c) Awe (d) Admiration
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (b) : Ransack (Rob/Loot), Antonym - Protect
Ans. (a) : Reverence (Respect), (Secure/Preserve)
Antonym - Contempt (Humiliation) Meaning of the other Options-
Meaning of the other Options- Seize - Confiscate
Respect - Deference Pilfer - Steal/Embezzle
Awe - Fear Raid - Assault/charge
Admiration - Praise
531. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
526. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. Rectify
Rely (a) Correct (b) Corrupt
(a) Await (b) Move (c) Select (d) Assist
(c) Distrust (d) Depend SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : Rectify (Amend), Antonym - corrupt
Ans. (c) : Rely (Believe/Depend), Antonym - Distrust (Deprave)
(Doubt) Meaning of the other Options-
Meaning of the other Options- Correct - Right
Await - Expect/Anticipate Select - Choose
Move - Proceed/Stir Assist - Help
Depend - Rely
532. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
527. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word.
Raze Reinforce
(a) Comfort (b) Ruin (a) Validate (b) Diverge
(c) Ease (d) Build (c) Determine (d) Weaken
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
Ans. (d) : Raze (Destroy), antonym – Build (Creation) Ans. (d) : Reinforce - (Strengthen/Fortify), Antonym -
Meaning of the other Options- Weaken - (Debilitate)
Comfort – Ease Meaning of the other words-
Ruin – Destruction Validate - Confirm/Ratify
Ease – Relief Diverge - Deviate/Separate
528. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Determine - Decide
given word. 533. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Refute given word.
(a) Endorse (b) Acknowledge REVIVE
(c) Deny (d) Dispute (a) damage (b) freshen
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I (c) continue (d) restore
Ans. (a) : Refute (Contradict), Antonym, Endorse SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
(Support) Ans. (a) : Revive (Resurrect/Reanimate). Antonym
Meaning of the other Options- Damage (Destruction/Demolition)
Meaning of the other words-
Acknowledge – Admit Restore - Renovate/Repair
Deny – Reject Freshen - Refreshment/ Recency
Dispute – Controversy Continue - Carry on
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534. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 539. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Inordinate REPUGNANT
(a) Irrational (b) Disproportionate (a) Austere (b) Sombre
(c) Reasonable (d) Exorbitant (c) Pleasant (d) Odious
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): Inordinate - (Unusual/Abnormal), Antonym- Ans. (c): Repugnant- (Hateful/Disgusting), Antonym -
Reasonable - (Rational/Logical) Pleasant (Delightful)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Exorbitant-Excessive/Exceeding Austere – Adamant/Straightforward
Irrational- Unreasonable/Illogical Somber – Desperate/Despondent
Disproportionate – Irrelevant/Inconsequential Odious – Abominable/Disgusting
535. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 540. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
Resign RECKLESS
(a) Sign (b) Join (a) heedless (b) daring
(c) Accept (d) Reject (c) brash (d) cautious
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b): Resign - (Quit/Abdicate), Antonym- Join - Ans. (d): Reckless - (Careless/Irresponsible), Antonym
(Unite/Add) - Cautious - (Careful/Aware)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Sign-Hint/Clue Heedless - Inattentive
Daring – Courageous/Adventurous
Accept-Admit/Confess
Brash - Fragile/Tender
Reject – Denial/Decline
541. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
536. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word.
given word. REPRIMAND
Revel (a) Rebuke (b) Reward
(a) Mourn (b) Rejoice (c) Reproof (d) Redeem
(c) Enjoy (d) Appreciate SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b): Reprimand - (Chide/Rebuke), Antonym -
Ans. (a): Revel - (Delight/Enjoy), Antonym, Mourn -
Reward (Regalia/Prize)
(Lament/Deplore) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Rebuke – Scold/Damn
Rejoice – Pleasure/Joy Reproof – Condemn/Censure
Enjoy – Relish/Delight Redeem – Free/Save
Appreciate – Applaud/Admire
542. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
537. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. RANDOM
REVIVE (a) formal (b) specific
(a) arouse (b) renew (c) irregular (d) casual
(c) console (d) ruin SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (b): Random- (Erratic) Antonym- Specific
Ans. (d): 'Revive'- (Revitalize), Antonym - 'Ruin' (Special)
(Destroy)~ Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Formal- Casual
Arouse – Agitate/Wake Irregular- Desultory
Renew – Regenerate Casual- Accidental
Console – Solace/placate 543. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
538. Select the antonym of the given word. given word.
REPRIMAND RETALIATION
(a) apprehend (b) reproach (a) reconciliation (b) retribution
(c) compliment (d) blame (c) retrospection (d) regression
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c): 'Reprimand' - (Chide/Rebuke), Antonym- Ans. (a): Retaliation- (Revenge), Antonym-
Compliment (Admiration) Reconciliation- (Compromise/Reunion)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Reproach - Admonish/Damn Retribution- Retaliation/Revenge
Apprehend - Understand/Comprehend Retrospection- Introspection/Self-reflective
Blame - Fault/Flaw Regression- Comeback/Return
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544. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 549. In the following question, out of the given four
given word. alternatives, select the one in which is opposite
RESERVED the given word.
(a) placid (b) communicative Remarkable
(c) quiet (d) modest (a) Famous (b) Odd
(c) Race (d) Normal
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b): Reserved- (Reticent/Taciturn), Antonym - Ans. (d): Remarkable- (Exceptional/Appreciable),
Communicative (Sociable/Accommodating) Antonym - Normal (Common/Ordinary)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Placid- Gentle/Amiable Famous- Renowned/Eminent
Quiet- Calm/Tranquil Odd- Unproportional/Peculiar
Modest- Humble/Demure Rare- Scarce/Exceptional
545. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 550. In the following question, out of the given four
given word. alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
RUEFUL meaning of the given word.
(a) Regretful (b) Joyful Repulsive
(c) Spicy (d) Fragrant (a) Creepy (b) Hateful
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) (c) Ugly (d) Pleasing
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b): Rueful – (Gloomy/Sullen), Antonym -
Ans. (d): Repulsive- (Obnoxious/Distasteful),
Joyful (Gleeful/Glad) Antonym - Pleasing (Charming/Attractive)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Regretful – Remorseful/Contrite Creepy– Weird/Terrifying
Spicy – Pickled/Marinated Hateful – Despiteful/Disgusting
Fragrant – Aromatic/Redolent Ugly – Nasty/Misshapen
546. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 551. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
RESERVED Relaxed
(a) Forgiving (b) Reticent (a) Peaceful (b) Calm
(c) Cowardly (d) Friendly (c) Arrogant (d) Tense
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d): 'Reserved' - (Reticent/Taciturn), Antonym - Ans. (d): Relaxed - (ÌEase/Slacken), Antonym - Tense
- (Stressful/Strained)
Friendly (Amicable/Coordinal)
Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Peaceful – Soothing/Noiseless
Forgiving – Merciful/Compassionate Calm – Tranquil/Quiet
Reticent – Taciturn Arrogant – Conceited/Haughty
Cowardly – Timid/Chiken-hearted 552. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
word :
547. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Reluctant
given word. (a) Hesitant (b) Uncertain
REVERED (c) Unwilling (d) Eager
(a) Cherished (b) Valued SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) Esteemed (d) Despised Ans. (d): 'Reluctant'- (Unwilling/Loath), Antonym -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) Eager (Avid/Impatient)
Ans. (d): Revered – (Esteem/Respect), Antonym - Meaning of other words –
Despised (Abhor/Dishonor) Hesitant - Pendulous/Indecisive
Meaning of other words – Uncertain - Unsteady/Doubtful
Cherished – Nurture Unwilling - Unwanted/Unwished
Valued – Precious 553. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Esteemed– Respected word.
Refined
548. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (a) Cruel (b) Crude
given word. (c) Fierce (d) Smooth
RESPONSIBLE SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) irresponsible (b) illresponsible Ans. (b): Refined - (Pure/Clear), Antonym - Crude -
(c) disesponsible (d) unresponsible
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) (Unrefined/Coarse)
Meaning of other words –
Ans. (a): Responsible- (Liable/Accountable), Cruel – Brutal/Ferocious
Antonym - 'Irresponsible' (Negligent/Careless) Fierce – Violent/Ruthless
Meaning of other words is not suitable- Smooth – Sleek/Glib
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554. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (c) : The most appropriate antonym for the
given word. underlined word 'spendthrift' (Prodigal) is 'Miser'
REWARD (Niggaral).
(a) Punish (b) Produce Meaning of the other options-
(c) Present (d) Praise Careful - Cautious, Wary
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III) Wicked - Vicious
Ans. (a): 'Reward'- (Prize/Regalia), Antonym - Mean - Gready, Signify Average
'Punish' (Chastise/Torment) 559. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Meaning of other words – given word.
Produce - Manufacture/Beget Scanty
Present - Gift/Current (a) Meagre (b) Buoyant
Praise - Compliment/Laud
(c) Abundant (d) Divine
555. Select the antonym of the given word. SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III)
REVEAL
(a) Show (b) Praise Ans. (c) : 'Abundant' (plentiful) is the most suitable
(c) Hide (d) Disclose antonym of 'scanty' (meagre).
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II) The meaning of other options is–
Ans. (c): Reveal - (Disclose/Unfold), Antonym-Hide Meagre :- deficient in amount or quality.
(Conceal/Secrete) Buoyant :- Cheerful
Meaning of other words – Divine :- godly.
Show - Display 560. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Praise – Compliment/Loud underlined word in the given sentence.
Disclose – Reveal/Unfold Henry is so servile that other people take
adventage of him.
S (a) Sheepish (b) Arrogant
(c) Cunning (d) Bickering
556. Select the appropriate antonym for the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I)
underlined word.
They must have been more than just suspicious Ans. (b) : The most appropriate ntonym of above
of you. underlined word ‘servile is 'Arrogant'.
(a) Queer (b) Doubtful The Remaining word and their antonym -
(c) Ambiguous (d) Definitive Sheepish – unabashed
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) Cunning – Honest
Bickering – peace.
Ans. (d) : The appropriate antonym for the underlined
word 'suspicious' will be 'Definitive' (fixed). 561. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
other words are- given word.
Queer means- Awkward, clumsy Serendipity
Doubtful means- suspicious (a) Tranquillity (b) Permanency
Ambiguous means- unclear, obscure. (c) Tangibility (d) Misfortune
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the above
557. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to
given word 'Serendipity' (luck) is 'Misfortune'
the given word.
(adversity).
Surrender
Meaning of other options –
(a) Waive (b) Stay
Tranguillity – Serenity, Calm,
(c) Withstand (d) Calm
Permanency – Stability, Strength,
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Tangibility – Reality, Entity,
Ans. (c) : The opposite meaning for the above given
word– 'Surrender' is Withstand'. 562. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word.
Meaning of other options –
'Sorcery'
Waive :- Abandon, Expurgate,
(a) Spell (b) Reality
Stay :- Remain,
(c) Devilry (d) Dismiss
Calm :- Quiet, Serene,
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
558. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for
Ans. (b) : 'Sorcery' - Antonym - 'Reality'
the underlined word in the following sentence.
He is a spendthrift and spends money lavishly. Meaning of other word-
(a) Careful (b) Wicked Devilry → Malice
(c) Miser (d) Mean Spell → Magic
SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I) Dismiss → Depart
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563. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Ans. (d) : Skeptic (Suspicious/Distrust), Antonym -
given word. 'Believer' (Theist/Deist)
Salient Meaning of the other words-
(a) Chief (b) Remarkable Receiver – Recipient/Beneficiary
(c) Insignificant (d) Eminent Doubter – Skeptic/Atheist
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II Disbeliever – Questions/Sceptic
Ans. (c) : Salient (Main), Antonym - Insignificant - 568. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word.
(Fruitless) Savage
Meaning of the other Options- (a) Civilized (b) Adequate
Chief – Main/Major (c) Impartial (d) Brutal
Remarkable – Marvelous/Wonderful SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
Eminent – Famous/Well known Ans. (a) : Savage (Vandal/Barbarous), Antonym -
564. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Civilized (Decent/Polite)
given word. Meaning of the other Options-
Adequate – Sufficient/Ample
Steady
Impartial – Fair/ unbiased
(a) Tabular (b) Shaky
Brutal – Fierce/Ruthless
(c) Dedicate (d) Constant
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II 569. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
highlighted word.
Ans. (b) : Steady (Stable), Antonym - Shaky They drank some spurious drink and fainted.
(Unsteady) Meaning of the other Options- (a) genuine (b) nefarious
Tabular – List/Chart (c) curious (d) artificial
Dedicate – Devotion/Commitment SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
Constant – Stable/Perpetual Ans. (a) : 'Spurious' (Countrfeit), Antonym - Genuine
565. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (Real/Actual)
given word. Meaning of the other Options-
Nefarious – Dishonest/Shifty
Sagacious
Curious – Eager
(a) Dull (b) Profound
Artificial – Synthetic
(c) keen (d) Intelligent
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II 570. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word.
Ans. (a) : Sagacious (Brilliant), Antonym - Dull Severe
(Hebetate) (a) Narrow (b) Mild
Meaning of the other Options- (c) Short (d) Sharp
Profound – Intensive/Deep SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III
Keen – eager/Zealous Ans. (b) : Severe (Serious/Grievous), Antonym
Intelligent – wise/Prudent 'mild'(Gentle/Placid)
Meaning of the other Options-
566. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Narrow - Parochial/Poky
underlined word in the following sentence.
Short - Small
Eventually the patient succumbed to her
Sharp - Intense/Fast
illness.
(a) surrendered (b) overcame 571. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word.
(c) died (d) advanced Stout
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I (a) Obsess (b) Thin
Ans. (b) : Succumbed (Surrender/Pass away) Antonym (c) Bulky (d) Heavy
- Overcame (Conquer/Takeover) SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
Meaning of the other words- Ans. (b) : Stout (fat/Plump),
Surrendered – Capitulate/Give up/Submit Antonym - Thin (Slender/Lean)
Died – Pass away/ Expire Meaning of the other options-
Obese - Fat
Advanced – Developed/ Improved Bulky - Heavy
567. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Heavy - Bulky/Cumbersome
given word. 572. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word.
Sceptic SHALLOW
(a) Receiver (b) Doubter (a) superficial (b) hollow
(c) Disbeliever (d) Believer (c) spiteful (d) deep
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (d) : Shallow(Cursory), antonym- deep (Profound) Ans. (b): Sprightly - (Agile/Merry), Antonym,
Meaning of the other words- Lethargic - (Sluggish/Lazy)
Superficial - Surface/Cursory Meaning of other words –
Hollow - Vacant/Unfilled Lively – Energetic/Active
Spiteful - Malicious/Despiteful Active – Agile/Energetic
573. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Energetic – Dynamic/Animated
given word. 578. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SHRINK given word.
(a) expand (b) resume Slur
(c) supply (d) apply (a) Insult (b) Compliment
(c) Assortment (d) Mixture
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : Shrink (Wrinkle/Reduce), Antonym - Expand Ans. (b): Slur- (Slander/Infamy), Antonym-
(Enlarge) Compliment - (Praise/Laud)
Meaning of the other words- Meaning of other words –
Resume → Restart Insult – Dishonor/Disgrace
Supply → Provide/Contribute Assortment – Classification/Taxonomy
Apply → Appeal/Request Mixture – Amalgam/Combination
574. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 579. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
SUPERFICIAL Stalwart
(a) praiseworthy (b) genuine (a) Cowardly (b) Robust
(c) trivial (d) shallow (c) Firm (d) Stout
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a): Stalwart - (Adventurous/Strong), Antonym,
Ans. (b) : Superficial (Shallow). Antonym Genuine
Cowardly – (Timid/Fainthearted)
(Real/Actual) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of the other words- Robust – Hale/Tangible
trivial - Insignificant/ Commonplace Firm – Hard/Unyielding/Concrete
shallow - perfunctory/Cursory Stout – Sturdy/Fat
praiseworthy - Commendable/ meritorious 580. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
575. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. Seize
SUSTENANCE (a) Snatch (b) Catch
(a) refreshment (b) livelihood (c) Grab (d) Loosen
(c) starvation (d) nourishment SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (d): Seize – (Confiscate/Capture) Antonym,
Ans. (c): Sustenance - (Livelihood/Living), Antonym, Loosen – (Slacken)
Starvation - (Dearth/Famine) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Snatch – Grab/Grasp
Nourishment-Nutrition/Foster Catch – Hold/Grip
Livelihood-Living/Subsistence Grab - Capture
Refreshment-Freshness/Newness
581. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
576. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
STRETCH SPARSE
(a) Extend (b) Elongate (a) thin (b) scant
(c) Compress (d) Lengthen (c) abundant (d) meagre
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ans. (c): Stretch - (Elongate/Lengthen), Antonym - Ans. (c): 'Sparse' – (Scatter/Disperse) Antonym -
Compress - (Brief/Contract) Abundant – (Ample/Bountiful)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Lengthen – Prolong/Increase Scant – Meager/Little/Some
Extend - Enlarge/Expand Thin – Slender/Lean
Elongate – Amplify/Lengthen Meager - Scant/Little
577. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 582. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word given word.
Sprightly
SHALLOW
(a) Lively (b) Lethargic
(a) dry (b) deep
(c) Active (d) Energetic (c) close (d) clean
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
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Ans. (b): 'Shallow' – (Surface) Antonym - Deep – Ans. (d): 'Swerve' - (Deviate/Yaw), Antonym -
(Profound) straighten (Arrange/Align)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Dry - Drought Droop - Dwindle/Fade
Close - Near/Turn off Lurch - Stagger/Totter
Clean – Pure/Clear Deviate - Straggle/Evade
583. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 588. Select the antonym of the given word.
given word : SOBER
STRANGE (a) nervous (b) agitated
(a) durable (b) delicate (c) serious (d) calm
(c) unknown (d) familiar SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Ans. (d): 'Strange' – (Bizarre/Abnormal) Antonym - Ans. (b): 'Sober' - (Serious/Solemn), Antonym -
Familiar – (Well-known) Agitated (Disturbed/Worried)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Durable - Lasting Nervous - Restless/Confuse
Delicate - Fragile Serious - Solemn/Sober
Unknown - Unfamiliar Calm - Quiet/tranquil
584. In the following question, out of the given four 589. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in given word.
meaning of the given word. SCANTY
Swindle (a) profuse (b) small
(a) Insert (b) Dupe (c) precise (d) concise
(c) Ample (d) Honesty SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 Ans. (a): Scanty- (Meager/Diminutive), Antonym -
Ans. (d): Swindle – (Hoax/Betrayal), Antonym - Profuse - (Abundant/Exuberant)
Honesty – (Integrity/Veracity) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Small- Miniature/Little
Insert – Teem Precise- Accurate/Exact
Dupe – Gullible
Ample – Sufficient Concise- Brief/Abbreviate
585. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 590. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
SPIRITUAL STATIONARY
(a) material (b) ethereal (a) tired (b) still
(c) sacred (d) divine (c) shifting (d) motionless
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Spiritual- (Metaphysical), Antonym- Ans. (c): Stationary - (Stable/Constant), Antonym -
Material (Hylic/Physical) shifting, (Transfer/Change)
Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words –
Ethereal - Celestial/Intangible
Sacred – Holy/Chaste Tired - Weary/Exhausted
Divine – Heavenly/Supernal Still - Yet/Stable
586. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Motionless - Stationary/Stagnant
given word. 591. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SUAVE given word.
(a) rude (b) brisk SEVERE
(c) charming (d) polite (a) mediocre (b) meticulous
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) (c) morose (d) mild
Ans. (a): 'Suave'- (Elegant/Urbane), Antonym - SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
'Rude' (Impolite/Boorish) Ans. (d): Severe–(Harsh/Grievous), Antonym- Mild
Meaning of other words – (Gentle/Placid)
Brisk – Agile/Quick Meaning of other words –
Charming – Alluring/Attractive Mediocre- Ordinary/Common
Meticulous- Careful
Polite – Humble/Coy Morose- Gloomy/Sullen
587. Select the antonym of the given word. 592. Select the antonym of the given word.
SWERVE STALE
(a) droop (b) lurch (a) flat (b) fresh
(c) deviate (d) straighten (c) dry (d) sour
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (b): 'Stale' - (Rancid), Antonym- Fresh Ans. (d): Sagacious - (Brilliant/Intelligent), Antonym-
(Clean/Neat) Ignorant (Unaware/Unfamiliar)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Flat - Plane/Level Ingenious – Simple/Accurate/Proficient
Dry - Arid/Drought Prudent - Discerning
Sour - Acetic/Tart Astute – Nimble/Crafty/Clever
593. Select the antonym of the given word. 598. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SCARCE given word.
(a) seldom (b) scanty SALIENT
(c) few (d) plentiful (a) negligible (b) prominent
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I) (c) striking (d) clear
Ans. (d): Scarce- (Meager/Scant), Antonym- Plentiful SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(Abundant/Bountiful) Ans. (a): Salient- (Main/Chief), Antonyms -
Meaning of other words – Negligible- (Insignificant)
Seldom- Occasionally/Infrequently Meaning of other words –
Scanty- Meager/Little Prominent- Famous/Renowned
Few- Some/Diminutive Striking- Bizarre/Grotesque
594. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Clear- Apparent/Neat/Clean
given word. 599. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SUBSIDE given word.
(a) abate (b) ease SHALLOW
(c) diminish (d) enlarge (a) deep (b) narrow
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) (c) crooked (d) slight
Ans. (d): Subside- (Lessen/Decrease), Antonym- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Enlarge- (Enhance/Amplify) Ans. (a): Shallow- (Superficial/Cursory) Antonym-
Meaning of other words – Deep (Profound/Intensive)
Abate- Reduce/Decrease Meaning of other words –
Ease- Comfort/Relief Narrow- Parochial
Diminish- Slacken/Shorten Crooked- Curved/Devious
Slight- Weak/Feeble/Scant
595. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. 600. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
STABLE given word.
(a) shaky (b) tough SPARSE
(a) dense (b) strong
(c) reliable (d) even
(c) thin (d) weak
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Stable- (Stagnant/Permanent), Antonym- Ans. (a): Sparse- (Dispersed/Diffuse), Antonym -
Shaky- (Unstable/Unsteady) Dense- (Compact/Thick)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Tough- Harsh/Rigid Strong- Firm/Powerful
Reliable- Credible/Authentic Thin- Slender/Lean
Even- Alike/Equal Weak- Feeble/Powerless
596. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 601. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word.
given word.
SPIRITUAL
SOGGY (a) Righteous (b) Physical
(a) gloomy (b) unfit (c) Ghostly (d) Pious
(c) dry (d) broken SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (b): 'Spiritual'- (Metaphysical), Antonym -
Ans. (c): Soggy - (Wet/Moist), Antonym - Dry Physical (Hylic/Material)
(Arid)~ Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Gloomy – Sullen/Sorrowful Righteous – Virtuous/Truthful
Unfit – Incapable/Incompetent Ghostly – Phantom/Terrifying
Pious – Holy/Chaste
Broken – Split/Dissolve
602. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
597. Select the most appropriate antonym of the give word.
given word. SACRED
SAGACIOUS (a) Pious (b) Profane
(a) Ingenious (b) Prudent (c) Solemn (d) Divine
(c) Astute (d) Ignorant SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b): Sacred– (Pious/Holy), Antonym - Profane 607. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word.
(Unholy/Impious) Steep
Meaning of other words – (a) Narrow (b) Rough
Pious – Pure/Chaste (c) Shallow (d) Flat
Solemn – Serious/Sedate SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Divine – Supernal/Providential Ans. (d): Steep- (Gradient/Tilt), Antonym - Flat
603. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (Plane/Level)
given below word Meaning of other words –
SURVEILLANCE Narrow – Parochial/Tapered
(a) Neglect (b) Attack Rough – Harsh/Rigid
(c) Vigilance (d) Endurance Shallow – Superficial/Cursory
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) 608. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
word.
Ans. (a): Surveillance – (Observation/Custody), SYMPATHY
Antonym - Neglect (Disregard/Overlook) (a) Tragedy (b) Warmth
Meaning of other words – (c) Cruelty (d) Enthusiasm
Attack – Assail/Invasive SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Vigilance – Watchfulness/Cautious Ans. (c): 'Sympathy'- (Compassion/Empathy),
Endurance – Stamina/Fortitude Antonym - 'Cruelty' (Barbarity/Ruthlessness)
604. In the following Question, Out of the given four Meaning of other words –
Tragedy - Disaster/Calamity
alternatives, select the one in which is opposite Warmth - Friendliness/Hotness
the given word. Enthusiasm - Zeal/Euphoria
Spare 609. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(a) Necessary (b) Free word :
(c) Option (d) Surplus Slander
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III) (a) Appeal (b) Malign
Ans. (a): Spare- (Extra/Excess), Antonym - (c) Admire (d) Defame
Necessary-(Essential/Compulsory) SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Meaning of other words – Ans. (c): 'Slander'- (Tarnish, Calumniate) Antonym -
Free- Liberate/Release Admire (Praise/Extol)
Option- Choice/Selection Meaning of other words –
Surplus- Additional/Extra Appeal – Request/Implore
Malign – Evil/Rogue
605. In the following question, out of the given four Defame - Denigrate/Calumniate
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in 610. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
meaning of the given word. word.
Stern Startle
(a) Bitter (b) Cruel (a) Shock (b) Soothe
(c) Light (d) Grim (c) Amaze (d) Agitate
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c): 'Stern'- (Harsh/Firm/Ruthless), Antonym- Ans. (b): Startle - (Flabbergast/Frighten), Antonym -
Soothe (Calm/Assuage)
'Light' (Floaty/Simple) Meaning of other words –
Meaning of other words – Shock – Astonish/Horrify
Bitter – Pungent/Sore Amaze – Flabbergast/Daze
Cruel – Ferocious/Brutal Agitate – Ignite/Stimulate
Grim – Ruthless/Rigorous 611. Select the antonym of the given word.
606. In the following question, out of the given four SERENE
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in (a) Superb (b) Splendid
(c) Showy (d) Stressed
meaning of the given word. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Solace
Ans. (d): Serene - (Tranquil/Stable), Antonym -
(a) Pity (b) Disharmony
Stressed (Stained/Anxious)
(c) Relief (d) Cheer Meaning of other words –
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II) Superb – Stunning/Splendid
Ans. (b): Solace– (Consolation/Calmness/Satisfy), Splendid – Magnificent/Excellent
Antonym - Disharmony (Discord/Acrimony) Showy – Ostentatious/Grandiose
Meaning of other words – 612. Select the antonym of the given word.
STINGY
Pity– Compassion/Ruth (a) Generous (b) Skinny
Relief– Comfort/Ease (c) Cheap (d) Mean
Cheer– Joy/Happiness SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a): Stingy- (Niggard/Miser), Antonym - Ans. (a) : Antonym of 'Traitor' is 'loyal'
Generous (Lenient/Liberal) meaning of other word –
Meaning of other words – Honest – sincere
Skinny – Thin/Slender Betrayer – unfaithful
Cheap – Inexpensive/Insignificant Defender – Protector
Mean – Express/Convey 617. Select the word that is opposite in meaning
(antonym) to the word given below
T 'Timorous'
(a) Brazen (b) Scared
613. Select the most appropriate antonym to (c) Gutless (d) Reserved
substitute the bracketed word in the given SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I)
sentence. She ventured to go back to the tree of
the (tryst), the mulberry with the shining white Ans. (a) : Timorous - Antonym - 'Brazen'
fruit. Meaning of other word-
(a) Separation (b) Rendezvous Reserved → Derm
(c) Engagement (d) Date Gutless → Coward
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) Scared → Frightened
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the above 618. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
bracketed word- ‘tryst’ is ‘separation’. given word.
Meaning of other options- 'TIMID'
(a) SMELLY (b) COURAGEOUS
Rendezvous – Assignation
(c) LUCID (d) CAREFUL
Engagement – Betrothal,
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I)
Date – Period, Visit,
Ans. (b) : Timid - antonym - 'courageous'
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Meaning of other word-
614. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Smelly → Stinking
given word.
Lucid → Bright
Timid
Careful → Wary
(a) Diffident (b) Shy
(c) Bold (d) Fearful 619. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
underlined word.
SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
He carries that sorrow with him now, just
Ans. (c) : Timid (Faithearted, Chicken - hearted), under the surface, almost tangible.
Antonym Bold (Brave) (a) Detectable (b) Abstract
Meaning of the other options- (c) Actual (d) Distinct
Different - Bashful SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
Shy - Demure, Reticent Ans. (b) : Tangible (Corporeal), Antonym - Abstract
Fearful - Frightened, Afraid (Intangible)
615. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Meaning of the other Options-
underlined word. Detectable – Noticeable
Trivial issues have always interested our boss. Actual – Real
(a) Hopeful (b) Fierce Distinct – Separate
(c) Common (d) Significant 620. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) given word.
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate antonym of the Tenacious
underlined word 'Trivial' (Negligible) is 'significant.' (a) Relentless (b) Persistent
The other options are - (c) Yielding (d) Steadfast
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II
Hopeful means - optimistic
Fierce means - Furious Ans. (c) : Tenacious (Firm/Strict),
Antonym – yielding (Surrender/Submit)
Common means - Ordinary.
Meaning of the other Options-
Thus, the correct answer is option (d)
Relentless – Merciless/Ruthless
616. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Persistent – Tenacious
given word in the following sentence.
Steadfast – Resolute
Traitor
People should vote for honest and loyal leaders 621. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word.
not for betrayer and defender.
Taut
(a) Loyal (b) Honest (a) Slack (b) Solid
(c) Betrayer (d) Defender (c) Tight (d) Strong
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II
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Ans. (a) : Taut (Tight/Stretched), Antonym - Slack Ans. (c): Tempestuous – (Turbulent/Stormy),
(Loose/Lax) Antonym - Calm (Tranquil/Quiet)
Meaning of the other Options- Meaning of other words –
Solid – Hard/Rigid Stress – Exertion/Strain/Tension
Tight – Stretched Examine – Scrutiny/Check/Investigate
Strong – Powerful/Robust Toil – Hard work/Drudgery
622. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 627. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
TUMULT TYRANT
(a) disturbance (b) commotion (a) rival (b) benefactor
(c) quarrel (d) calmness (c) patron (d) champion
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : 'Tumult' (Commotion/Uproar), antonym - Ans. (b): Tyrant- (Dictator), Antonym - Benefactor -
'calmness' (Peace/Tranquility) (Philanthropist)
Meaning of the other words- Meaning of other words –
commotion - Disturbance/Fuss Rival- Opponent/Competitor
quarrel - Fight/Dispute Patron- Guardian/Protector
disturbance - Disorder/Confusion Champion- Paramount/Winner
623. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 628. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Transparent TRANSIENT
(a) Opaque (b) Beautiful (a) stationary (b) temporal
(c) Clean (d) Shining (c) celestial (d) permanent
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a): Transparent - (Clear/Diaphanous), Antonym,
Ans. (d): 'Transient' - (Momentary/Evanescent),
Opaque - (Unclear/Cloudy)
Antonym- Permanent (Eternal/Everlasting)
Meaning of other words –
Clean – Clear/Spotless/Neat Meaning of other words –
Shining – Glossy/Bright Stationary - Stagnant/Unchangeable
Beautiful – Lovely/Pretty Temporal - Plebeian/Earthly
624. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Celestial - Astronomical/Heavenly
given word. 629. Select the antonym of the given word.
Toxic TENDER
(a) Lethal (b) Venomous (a) Rough (b) Warm
(c) Harmful (d) Healthy (c) Gentle (d) Soft
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d): Toxic - (Poisonous/Venomous), Antonym, Ans. (a): Tender- (Soft/Fragile), Antonym-
Healthy- (Well/Fit) Rough- (Unrefined/Harsh)
Meaning of other words – Meaning of other words –
Lethal – Fatal/Deadly Warm- Hot/Tepid
Venomous – Poisonous/Toxicant Gentle- Mild/Placid
Harmful – Detrimental/Maleficent Soft- Pulpy/Flexible
625. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 630. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. given word.
TRANSPARENT TENSE
(a) thick (b) weary
(a) stiff (b) strained
(c) glassy (d) opaque
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) (c) close (d) relaxed
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): 'Transparent'– (Clear/Diaphanous),Antonym
- Opaque – (Unclear/Cloudy) Ans. (d): Tense- (Stressful/Anxious), Antonym -
Meaning of other words – Relaxed (Ease/Calm)
Thick – Plump/Fat Meaning of other words –
Weary – Tired/Exhausted Stiff – Hard/Tough
Glassy – Spiritless/Azoic/Lifeless Strained – Stretched/Synthetic
626. In the following question, out of the given four Close – Near/Shut
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in 631. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
meaning of the given word. given word.
Tempestuous TURBID
(a) Stress (b) Toil (a) clear (b) confused
(c) Calm (d) Examine (c) mixed (d) varied
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Ans. (a): Turbid - (Muddy/Dirty), Antonym - Clear - Ans. (b): The most appropriate opposite for 'Taciturn'
(Clean/Neat) is 'Talkative' means-'out spoken' while other options
Meaning of other words – are incorrect.
Confused – Disturbed/Perplexed Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
Mixed – Complex/Combined/Assorted 637. In the following question, out of the given four
Varied – Different/Diverse/Various alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
632. Select the most appropriate antonym of the the meaning of the given word.
given word. Thrive
TACIT (a) Arrive (b) Fail
(a) inaudible (b) silent (c) Develop (d) Shine
(c) mute (d) explicit SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (b): The given word 'Thrive' is opposite of 'Fail'
Ans. (d): Tacit- (Still/Silent) Antonym- ‘‘Explicit- which means 'Miscarry'.
The meanings of other words are -
(Candid/Obvious) Arrive- Come
Meaning of other words – Develop - Cultivate
Inaudible- Unheard/Indistinct Shine - Glow
Silent- Still/Untold Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
Mute- Dumb/Voiceless 638. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
633. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
given word. Tranquil
TESTIMONY (a) Calm (b) Peaceful
(a) Approval (b) Difficulty (c) Cool (d) Stormy
(c) Witness (d) Disproof SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III) Ans. (d): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
Ans. (d): Testimony- (Evidence/Showing), Antonym - 'Tranquil' is 'Stormy' which means- 'Rampant', while
'Disproof' (Rebuttal) the other option are incorrect. Thus, the correct answer
Meaning of other words – is option (d).
Approval – Consent/Acceptance 639. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Difficulty - Hardship/Trouble word.
Witness – Evidence/Proof TREACHEROUS
634. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the (a) Deceitful (b) Disloyal
given word. (c) Faithful (d) Dangerous
TAME SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) control (b) Upset Ans. (c): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
(c) Restrain (d) Sanctify 'Treacherous' is 'Faithful'. Treacherous', means-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) 'Disloyal', while other options are incorrect. Thus, the
Ans. (b): Tame– (Pet/Calm/Quiet), Antonym - Upset correct answer is option (c).
(Trouble/Disturb)
Meaning of other words – U
Control– Operate/Command 640. Select the most appropriate antonym to
Restrain– Stop/Inhibit/Prevent substitute the bracketed word in the given
Sanctify– Purge/Hallowed sentence. They are virtually unimpeachable in
635. Select the most appropriate antonym of the the (unbiased), invariably correct reading of a
given word. race.
Timid (a) prejudiced (b) ceasing
(a) Sincere (b) Bold (c) captivity (d) stranger
(c) Punctual (d) Dubious
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : The opposite meaning of the above word –
Ans. (b): Timid – (Coy/Coward), Antonym - Bold 'Unbiased' is 'Prejudiced' (partisan).
(Dauntless/Daring) Meaning of other options –
Meaning of other words – Closing – Intermit,
Sincere – Honest/Genuine captivity – Bondage,
Punctual – Scrupulous/Timely
Dubious – Doubtful/Suspect Stranger – sturdy,
Thence, the correct option is (a)
636. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in 641. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
meaning of the given word. underlined word.
Taciturn Her dog can climb under the fence.
(a) Silent (b) Talkative (a) Over (b) Sink
(c) Reticent (d) Reserved (c) Beneath (d) Behind
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Ans. (a) : Antonym of underline word “under” is Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
“over”. 'Unitary' is 'Incomplete'. The meaning of the other
The Remaining words and their antonym- words are-
Sink – Rise, Float Whole - Absolute
Beneath – Above, Integral - Undivided
Behind – Ahead of, Entire - Total
Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
642. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 647. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
Upgrade Unanimous
(a) Advance (b) Lean (a) Identical (b) Vague
(c) Demote (d) Elevate (c) Terse (d) Individual
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : Upgrade (progress), Antonym - Demote Ans. (d): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
(degrade/Dismiss) 'Unanimous' is 'Individual'. The meanings of other
Meaning of the other Options- words are -
Advance – progress Vague - Obscure
Lean – Slender/weak Terse - Concise
Identical - Tantamount
Elevate – Raise/Upgrade Thus, the correct answer is option (d)
643. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 648. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
USURP Unruly
(a) wrest (b) annex (a) Rampant (b) Rogue
(c) release (d) assume (c) Timid (d) Well-behaved
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c): The most appropriate Antonym of the word Ans. (d): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
'Usurp' is 'Release'. The word 'Usurp' means 'Arrogate'. 'Unruly' is 'Well-behaved'
The meanings of other words are - The meanings of other words are
Wrest - Inflexion Rampant - Aggressive
Annex - Supplement Rogue - Malevolent
Assume - Suppose Timid - Cowardly
Thus, the correct answer is option (c) Thus, the correct answer is option (d)
644. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 649. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. given word.
URBAN Uproar
(a) rural (b) alien (a) Clamor (b) Calm
(c) casual (d) modern (c) Vague (d) Jovial
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): The most appropriate Antonym of the word Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word.
'Urban' is 'Rural'. 'Uproar' is 'Calm'.
The meaning of others words are The meanings of other words are
Alien - Foreigner Clamour - Cacophony
Casual - Accidental Vague - Ambiguous
Modern - Recent Jovial - Chromatic
Thus, the correct answer is option (a) Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
645. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. V
UNWORTHY
(a) Trustworthy (b) Helpful 650. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(c) Unskilled (d) Deserving given word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III) Viscous
Ans. (d): The most appropriate Antonym of the word (a) Watery (b) Grim
'Unworthy' is 'Deserving'. Deserving means eligible, (c) Brutal (d) Thick
while other options are incorrect. Thus, the correct SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
answer is option (d)
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate antonym of the word
646. In the following question, out of the given four 'viscous' (Gummy) is 'watery' (Aquatic).
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in
meaning of the given word. Meaning for the other words
Unitary Grim means- Awful
(a) Whole (b) Incomplete Brutal means- Ferocious
(c) Integral (d) Entire Thick means- Plump
SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
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651. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (d) : Vulnerable - (Unprotected/Unsafe)
underlined word. Antonym - Secure (Safe)
This novelist is known for his verbosity. Meaning of the other Options-
(a) Succinctness (b) Candour Sensitive - emotional/ Sentimental
(c) Vengeance (d) Humility Tender - Proposal/Soft
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV)
Breakable - Fragile
Ans. (a) : Option (a) 'Succinctness' – (The act of
expressing something clearly in a few words) is the 656. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
'antonym of the underlined word 'verbosity' – (The fact given word.
or quality of using more words than needed).] Violent
Other words have following meaning (a) Delicious (b) Mighty
Candour – The quality of being open and honest. (c) Urgent (d) Gentle
Vengeance – Punishment inflicted in retaliation for an SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
injury or offence. Ans. (d) : Violent (Brutal/Fierce), Antonym - Gentle
Humility – The quality of not thinking that you are (Liberal/Decent)
better than other people.
Meaning of the other Options-
652. Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to Delicious - Tasty
the given word.
Mighty - Powerful
Vivacity
(a) Sap (b) Vim Urgent - Essential
(c) Lush (d) Apathy 657. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV) given word.
Ans. (d) : Vivacity - Opposite - Apathy VIGILANT
Meaning of other words- (a) wary (b) careful
Sap - Absorb (c) inattentive (d) cautious
Lush- Ample SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
Vim - Power Ans. (c) : Vigilant (Watchful/Awake), Antonym
653. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the inattentive (Neglectful/careless)
given word. Meaning of the other words-
Vanish wary -Alert
(a) Disappear (b) Depart careful - Aware
(c) conquer (d) Emerge cautious - Careful
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I 658. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Ans. (d) : Vanish (Disappear), Antonym – Emerge given word.
(Appear) Praise
Meaning of the other words- (a) Celebrate (b) Condemn
Disappear – Evanesce (c) Secure (d) Hail
Depart – Leave/Go off SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III
Conquer – win Ans. (b) : Praise - (Compliment/Laud), Antonym,
654. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Condemn (Censure/Criticize)
given word. Meaning of the other words-
Variance Celebrate - Commemorate/Rejoice
(a) Harmony (b) Intellectual Secure - Safe/Obtain
(c) Convention (d) Equal
Hail - welcome/ Hailstorm
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
Ans. (a) : variance (Dissonance), Antonym - Harmony 659. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(Balancing) given word.
Meaning of the other Options- VACATE
(a) holiday (b) occupy
Intellectual – Scholarly/Intelligent
(c) discharge (d) abandon
Convention – Conference/Tradition SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Equal – Identical/Like/Same Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
655. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the 'Vacate' is 'occupy'
given word. The meanings of other words are
Vulnerable Holiday - Leave
(a) Sensitive (b) Tender Discharge - Release
(c) Breakable (d) Secure Abandon - Let off
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
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660. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the one which is opposite in W
meaning of the given word.
Vista 666. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(a) Confront (b) Contour given word.
(c) Blindness (d) Outlook Wicked
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
(a) Evil (b) Sinful
Ans. (c): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
'Vista' is 'Blindness'. Vista means Excursion, while (c) Errant (d) Moral
other options are not correct. SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
Thus, the correct answer is option (c) Ans. (d) : Wicked (Vicious), Antonym, Moral (Ethical)
661. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word. Meaning of the other Options-
VIGILANT Evil – Rogue
(a) visible (b) elusive Sinful – Immoral
(c) careful (d) careless
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) Errant – Rover
Ans. (d): The most appropriate Antonym of the word 667. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
'Vigilant' (sharp) is 'Careless' while other options are given word.
incorrect. Elusiuo - Deceptive WORSEN
Thus, the correct answer is option (d) (a) Leave (b) Disappear
662. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (c) Command (d) Improve
given word.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
Virulent
(a) Dangerous (b) Amicable Ans. (d): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
(c) Lethal (d) Powerful 'Worsen' is 'Improve' while other options are incorrect.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is option (d)
Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word. 668. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
Virulent' (poisonous) is 'Amicable'.
The meaning of other words is given word.
Dangerous - Hazardous WARM
Lethal - Deadly (a) hot (b) cool
Thus, the correct answer is option (b) (c) springy (d) spongy
663. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
given word. Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
VERSATILE
(a) Insincere (b) Truthful 'Warm' is 'Cool'.
(c) Honest (d) Inflexible The meaning of other words is______
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) Spongy - Porous
Ans. (d): The most appropriate Antonym of the word Springy - Resilient
'Versatile' is 'Inflexible'. The other options are Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
incorrect.
Thus, the correct answer is option (d) 669. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
664. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
word WEAKNESS
Vanity (a) illness (b) strength
(a) Nobility (b) Honour (c) disability (d) bravery
(c) Conceit (d) Modesty SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): The most appropriate Antonym of the word Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the given
'Vanity' (arrogant) is 'Modesty' while other options are word 'Weakness' is 'Strength' while other options are in
incorrect. correct.
Thus, the correct answer is option (d) Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
665. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 670. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
word. given word.
Vile
(a) Crafty (b) decent WANE
(c) Horrid (d) Evil (a) dwindle (b) abate
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) (c) increase (d) fall
Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
'Vile' is 'Decent'. Ans. (c): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
The meaning of other words is _____ 'wane' (reduce) is 'Increase'.
Crafty - Devious The meanings of other words is _____
Horrid - Dolorous Dwindle - Dry
Evil - Harm. Abate - Subside
Thus, the correct answer is option (b) Thus, the correct answer is option (c)
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X Z
671. Select the most appropriate antonym of the 676. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
given word. underlined word.
Xenial Their reverence reaches its zenith here at the
(a) Abuse (b) Yearn birthplace of the country's founder.
(c) Inhospitable (d) Vie (a) crest (b) Nadir
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II) (c) horizon (d) pinnacle
Ans. (c): The most appropriate Antonym of the word SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
'Xenial' is 'Inhospitable'. Xenial means 'Hospitable' Ans. (b) : Zenith (Apex), Antonym - Nadir (Bottom)
Thus, the correct answer is option (c) Meaning of the other Options-
Crest – Top/Summit
672. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Horizon – Skyline
given word.
Xenophile Pinnacle – Vertex/Peak
(a) Veteran (b) Xenophobia 677. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
(c) Commotion (d) Adorn given word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I) Zenith
(a) Climax (b) Nadir
Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word (c) Deny (d) Adorn
'Xenophile' is 'Xenophobia'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I)
Xenophile means- One attract to foreign things. Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
The meaning of other words is ____ 'Zenith' (apex) is 'Nadir' (Fall).
Veteran - Experience, Adept The meaning of other words is _____
Commotion - Excitement Climax - Extremity
Adorn - Decorate. Deny - Negate.
Thus, the correct answer is option (b) Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
678. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word.
Y Zealot
673. Select the most appropriate antonym of the (a) Vicious (b) Nonpartisan
(c) Yearn (d) Abuse
word : SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Yell
Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
(a) Shout (b) Whisper 'Zealot' is 'Nonpartisan'. Zealot means 'Fanatic'.
(c) Scream (d) Shriek The meaning of other words is _____
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III) Vicious - Mischievous
Ans. (b): The most appropriate Antonym of the word Yearn - Melancholy.
'Yell' (cry) is. 'Whisper' Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
The meaning of other words is _____ 679. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
Shout - Yell given word.
Scream - Yell Zeal
Shriek - Yell (a) Forego (b) Paucity
Thus, the correct answer is option (b) (c) Adverse (d) Apathy
SSC MTS–14/08/2019 (Shift-III)
674. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Ans. (d): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
given word. 'Zeal' is 'Apathy'.
Yearn Zeal means Enthusiasm.
(a) Wan (b) Victimize The other words are _____
(c) Loathe (d) Veteran Paucity - Reduction
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) Forego - Abandon
Ans. (c): The most appropriate Antonym of the word Adverse - Hostile
'Yearn' (wish) is 'Loathe' (dislike). Thus, the correct answer is option (d)
Thus, the correct answer is option (c) 680. Select the most appropriate antonym of the
given word.
675. Select the most appropriate antonym of the Zigzag
given word. (a) Curved (b) Volatile
Yield (c) Straight (d) Deny
(a) Woes (b) Produce SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) Resist (d) Abuse Ans. (c): The most appropriate Antonym of the word
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I) 'Zigzag' is 'Straight'. Zigzag means curved.
Ans. (c): The most appropriate Antonym of the word The meaning of other words is _____
'Yield' (agree) is 'Resist' (Protest) while other options Volatile - Variable, Mutable
are incorrect. Deny - Reject
Thus, the correct answer is option (c) Thus, the correct answer is option (c)
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MISPELT WORD
TCS hewšve& hej DeeOeeefjle (Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 15
CGL (Tier-2) 5
A CHSL (Tier-1) 17
CHSL (Tier-2) 10
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 9 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 11
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
2 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
B CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
3 CGL (Tier-1) 10
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 12
C CHSL (Tier-2) 6
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 10
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
4 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 3
D CHSL (Tier-1) 17
CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
5 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 7
E CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 9
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 7
6 CGL (Tier-1) 8
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 7
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F Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
7 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
G Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 2
8 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
H Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
9 CGL (Tier-1) 5
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 7
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 8 (2017–2023)
I SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 3
SSC CPO SI 5
10 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
J Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
11 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
K Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
12 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
L CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 3
13 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 3
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M CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 3 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 5
14 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
N CHSL (Tier-2) -
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 4
15 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
O CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
16 CGL (Tier-1) 4
CGL (Tier-2) 2
P CHSL (Tier-1) 12
CHSL (Tier-2) 8
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
17 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
Q CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
18 CGL (Tier-1) 8
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
CHSL (Tier-2) 5 (2017–2023)
R Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 7
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
19 CGL (Tier-1) 6
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 11
CHSL (Tier-2) 5 (2017–2023)
S Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 4

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20 CGL (Tier-1) 5
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
T Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
21 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
U SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
22 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
V Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
23 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
W Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
24 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
X Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI -
25 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
Y SSC MTS -
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI -
26 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Z Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
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CHSL (Pre & Mains) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI, SSC MTS, SSC
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MISSPELT WORD
6. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
A (a) Aristocrate (b) Preference
(c) Occurrence (d) Advertise
1. Select the correctly spelt word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) Aposire (b) Apositte
(c) Apposite (d) Aposite Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word of the above given
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) options is (a) 'Aristocrate'. The correctly spelt is
'Aristorcrat' which means 'a person of high social rank,
Ans. (c) : The above given options are incorrectly spelt often with a special title.
except option (c) ‘Apposite’ which means – ‘Suitable Other options are correctly spelt.
and right for the occasion’.
7. Select the INCORRECTLY splet word.
Other options are incorrectly spelt.
(a) Dearth (b) Corrupt
2. Select the wrongly spelt word. (c) Barely (d) Accepttible
(a) Unconventional (b) Alturistic SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) Ethical (d) Unsavoury
Ans. (d) : All the given options are correct except
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) option (d) 'Acceptible'. The correctly spelt word is
Ans. (b) : All the above given options are correct 'Acceptable'.
except option (b) 'Alturistic'. The correct word is Meaning of other options-
'Altruistic; Dearth - Wane,
Meaning of other options– Corrupt - Impaired,
Unconventional – stable, Barely - Hardly.
Ethical – Moral,
8. Select the correct spelling of the underline
Unsavoury – Test less, word.
3. The sentence given below has one misspell They denied having any associasion with the
word. Spot the INCORRECTLY spelt word terrorists.
and select its correct spelling. (a) association (b) assocciation
Abreviations are not understood by everyone. (c) assosiation (d) asociation
(a) Abreviashions (b) Abbriviations SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) Abbreviations (d) Abriviations
Ans. (a) : The correct spelling of the underlined word is
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III) ‘association’. Hence option (a) will be correct answer.
Ans. (c) : The spelling of 'abreviation' in the above 9. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
sentence is incorrect. Its correct spelling would be
'abbreviation' (summary). (a) Architecture (b) Ambassador
Correct Sentence- (c) Awful (d) Accomodate
Abbreviation are not understood by everyone. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
4. Select the correct spelling of the underlined Ans. (d) : Option (d) 'Accomodate' has been incorrectly
word in the following sentence. spelt. Its correct spelling will be 'Accommodate' which
means of have enough space for somebody/ to Provide
The architectre of the building is worth seeing. with something desired/ to make fit adjust.
(a) Arckitecture (b) Architecture Other options have following meaning–
(c) Architecher (d) Architecter Architecture – The art and technique of designing and
SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV) building
Ans. (b) : In the underlined part of the above sentence, Ambassador – An important person who represents his
'Architecture' will be correct spelling. country in a foreign country
Hence, option (b) is correct answer. Awful – very bad/ Extremely objectionable very great
5. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. or large.
(a) Allmost (b) Treble 10. Identify the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the
(c) Nozzle (d) Moisture following sentence.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II) Staying healthy and exercising daily enhances
Ans. (a) : The above given option are correct except an athelet’s ability.
option (a) 'Allmost', The correctly spelt word is- (a) athelet’s (b) healthy
'Almost' which means 'approximate'. (c) exercising (d) enhances
Hence, the correct option is (A). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (a) : All the above given options are correctly Ans. (c) : The word ' Acclame' is incorrect because the
spelt except option (a) 'athelet's'. The correctly spelt correct spelling is 'Acclaim' which means praise'.
word is 'athlete's '. The other words are -
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Accuse - Denounce
11. Select the wrongly spelt word. Progress - Advance
(a) Aesthetic (b) Affectation vicious - mischievous
(c) Abase (d) Arei Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III) 18. Select the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (d) : In the above options, option (d) ''Arei'' is (a) Absolutly (b) Adaptation
wrongly spelt its correct spelling is ''Airy'' or 'Area'. (c) Abandan (d) Acurate
Other options are correct. SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
12. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (b) : Out of the given options only 'Adaptation' is
(a) Articulate (b) Arduous spelt correct. It means 'Adjustment'. While other options
(c) Arrogate (d) Artefect are incorrect.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III) Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
Ans. (d) : In the above options, option (d) ''Artefect'' is 19. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
wrongly spelt, its correct spelling is ''Artifact'', other (a) IIIusion (b) Brilliant
options are correct. (c) Scrutiny (d) Abandan
13. Choose the incorrectly spelt word. SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
(a) Cramp (b) Damp Ans. (d) : The word 'Abandan' is incorrect because the
(c) Agravate (d) Stamp correct spelling is 'Abandon' which means 'Giveup'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) The other words are -
Ans. (c) : For the above options, option (c) 'Agravate' is Illusion - Delusion
misspelled its correct spelling is "Aggravate" other Brilliant - Bright
options are correctly spelt. Scrutiny - Review, Dissection.
14. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. This, the correct answer is option (d).
(a) Aggreement (b) Aggression 20. Select the correctly spelt word.
(c) Agitate (d) Aggravate (a) Assembly (b) Asembly
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II (c) Asemmbly (d) Assemmbly
Ans. (a) : The word 'Aggreement' is incorrect because SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
the correct spelling is 'agreement' which means
'contract'. Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, only 'Assembly' is
The other words are- spelt correctly, which means 'congregation'.
Aggression - Attack Thus, the correct answer is options (a).
Agitate - Incite 21. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Aggravate - Inflame (a) Aisle (b) Altar
15. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (c) Attick (d) Adorn
(a) Abbrevations (b) Fluttering SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I
(c) Menace (d) Notoriety Ans. (c) : The word 'Attick' is incorrect because the
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III correct spelling is 'Attic' means a room just below the
Ans. (a) : The word 'Abbrevations' is incorrect because roof.
the correct spelling is 'Abbreviations' which means The other words are -
'Summarization'. Aisle - street
The other words are - Altar - chancel
Fluttering - Flitter Adorn - decoration
Notoriety - Disrepute / Infamy Thus, the correct is answer is option (c).
Thus, the correct answer is options (a).
22. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
16. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (a) Announcement (b) Anonymous
(a) Arrogent (b) Appeal (c) Annivarsary (d) Anguish
(c) Immediate (d) Attention SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (c) : The word 'Annivarsary' is incorrect because
Ans. (a) : The word 'Arrogent' is incorrect because the
correct spelling is 'Arrogant' which means the correct spelling is 'Anniversary' which means
'obstinate'/Proud. 'commemoration'.
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). The other words are -
17. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Announcement means 'Declaration'.
(a) Accuse (b) Progress Anonymous 'Nameless'
(c) Acclame (d) Vicious Anguish 'suffering'.
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23. Select the incorrectly spelt word. The other correct options are-
(a) Extrovert (b) Appology Eligibility - Competency, Relevant – Consistent,
(c) Lugubrious (d) Collaborate Adamant - Rigorous hard
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Ans. (b) : The word 'Appology' is incorrect because the 29. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
correct spelling is 'Apology' which means 'excuse'. (a) Bouquet (b) Abridge
The other words are - (c) Pledge (d) Acquarium
Extravert - extrorse SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Lugubrious - mournful Ans. (d) : The above given option (d) 'Acquarium' is
Collaborate - Cooperation incorrectly spelt word. The correctly spelt word is
'Aquarium' which means- 'a glass container filled with
Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
water, in which fish and water animals are kept'.
24. Select the incorrectly spelt word. The other correct options are-
(a) Secretary (b) Performance Bouquet - Nsegay / Pledge - Resolution,
(c) Valuable (d) Arguement Abridge - Expurgation
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
Ans. (d) : The word 'Arguement' is incorrect because 30. Select the wrongly spelt word.
the correct spelling is 'Argument' which means 'Debate'. (a) pupil (b) capacity
The other words are - (c) teacher (d) abilty
Performance - Execution/Valuable - psecious / Thus, SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
the correct answer is options (d). Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (d)
25. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 'Ablty'. The correctly spelt word is 'Ability' which
(a) Changeable (b) Acidentaly means - 'the mental and physical power that makes it
(c) Tomorrow (d) Possession possible to do something.'
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I) The other correct options are-
Ans. (b) : The above given option (b) 'Acidentaly' is Pupil - Student, Capacity - Efficiency,
incorrectly spelt word. The correctly spelt word is Teacher - Instructor
'Accidentally' which means 'without advance planning'. Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
The other correct options are- 31. Select the misspelt word.
Possession- Rights, (a) adjourn (b) afiliate
Tomorrow - The day after today, (c) etiquette (d) inimical
Changeable - Mutable SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Ans. (b) : The above given option (b) 'Afiliate' is
26. Select the misspelt word. misspelt word. The correctly spelt word is 'Affiliate'. It
(a) applause (b) modern means - 'modulate'.
(c) arrivel (d) serious The other correct options are-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I) Adjourn - Postpone / Etiquette - Decorum,
Ans. (c) : The above given option (c) 'Arrivel' is Inimical - Antagonistic,
misspelt word. The correctly spelt word is 'Arrival'. It Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
means - 'access'/Advent. 32. Select the correctly spelt word.
The other given options are correct- (a) advertizment (b) adversery
Applause - Extol, Modern - Recent, Serious - Sedate (c) advantegious (d) adventurous
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III)
27. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given
(a) assimilate (b) readable options is (d) 'Adventurous' which means -
(c) acquire (d) acknowlege 'Bold/Daring'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I) The other correct options are-
Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (d) Advertizement - Public announcement,
'Acknowlege'. The correctly spelt word is Adversary - Dissident / Advantageous - Remunerative
'Acknowledge' which means- 'to accept or admit that Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
something is true.
The other correct options are- 33. Select the correctly spelt word.
Assimilate - Comprehend, Readable – Legible, Acquire (a) accomplish (b) hieghten
- Obtain. (c) repitition (d) aggrravate
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
28. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Ans. (a) : The above given options are incorrectly spelt
(a) Eligibility (b) Acheivmant except option (a) 'Accomplish' which means -
(c) Relevant (d) Adamant 'Associative'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) The other correct options are-
Ans. (b) : The above given option (b) 'Acheivmant' is Heighten- Amplify
incorrectly spelt word. The correctly spelt word is Repetition- Revision
'Achievement' which means- 'Something that you have Aggravate- Provoke
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34. Select the correctly spelt word. Ans. (b): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
(a) Arguement (b) Argument options is (b) 'Audiance'. The correctly spelt word is
(c) Argeument (d) Arguemant 'Audience' which means - 'spectator'.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) The other correct options are-
Ans. (b) : The above given options are incorrectly Audible - Capable of being heard,
spelt word except option (b) 'Argument' which means-
'Contention'. Austere - Unblamable, Authority - Citation
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
35. Select the correctly spelt word. 41. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Adolescence (b) Adolescance (a) amateur (b) audience
(c) Adolescense (d) Adolesense (c) acheivement (d) audacity
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a): The correctly spelt word is option (a) Ans. (c): The above given option (c) 'Acheivement' is
'Adolescence' which means - 'Maiden hood'. incorrectly spelt word. The correctly spelt word is
The other given options are incorrectly spelt- 'Achievement', which means- 'Something that has been
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). accomplished by hard work'.
36. Select the correct spelt word. The other correct options are-
(a) acommodation (b) accomodation Amateur - Doing something for pleasure
(c) accommodation (d) acomodation
Audience - Spectator
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Audacity - Insolence/Courage
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
options is (c) 'Accommodation' which means Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
'Residence'. 42. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
The other given options are incorrectly spelt- (a) argyu (b) tongue
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). (c) vague (d) vogue
37. Select the correctly spelt word. SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) attendence (b) abundance Ans. (a): The above given option (a) 'Argyu' is
(c) arrogence (d) apearance incorrectly spelt word. The correctly spelt word is
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) 'Argue' which means - 'Infer/debate'.
Ans. (b): The correctly spelt word from the given The other correct options are-
options is (b) 'Abundance' which means - 'Sufficiency'. Vague - Obscure
The other correct options are-
Vogue - Prevalence
Attendance - Impendence
Arrogance - Atrocity Tongue - Speech
Appearance - Coutenance Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). 43. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
38. Select the wrongly spelt word. (a) incremental (b) ferocious
(a) Article (b) Precious (c) alignement (d) amenable
(c) Audibal (d) Conceal SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : The above given option (c) 'Alignement' is
Ans. (c): The incorrectly spelt word from the given incorrectly spelt word. The correctly spelt word is
options is (c) 'Audibal'. The correctly spelt word is 'Alignment' which means - 'Arrangement in a straight
'Audible' which means- 'capable of being heard'. line'.
The other correct options are-
Article - Section, Precious - Valuable, Conceal - Stash. The other correct options are-
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Incremental - Gradual
39. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ferocious - Brutal
(a) Evasion (b) Aviation Amenable - Responsible
(c) Omission (d) Avertion Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) 44. Select the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (d): The above given options are correctly spelt (a) Acquasition (b) Acquision
word except option (d) 'Avertion'. (c) Acquesition (d) Acquisition
The correctly spelt word is 'Aversion' which means - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Dislike'. Ans. (d): The correctly spelt word from the given
The other correct options are- options is (d) 'Acquisition' which means - 'The act of
Evasion - Pretense
Aviation - Aerostation obtaining or buying something'.
Omission - Concealment The other given options are incorrectly spelt-
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
40. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 45. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Audible (b) Audiance (a) achievement (b) acknoledgement
(c) Austere (d) Authority (c) accreditted (d) accoustomed
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Ans. (a): The correctly spelt word from the given The other correct options are-
options is (a) 'achievement' which means - Assurable - Insurable, Assure - Insure,
'Accomplishment'. Assuredly - Confidently.
The other correct options are- Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Acknowledgement - Receipt, Accredited - Authorized, 51. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Accustomed - Habituated (a) Advisible (b) Invisible
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). (c) Capable (d) Irritable
46. Select the wrongly spelt word. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) acheive (b) receive Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word from the given
(c) believe (d) grieve options is (a) 'Advisible'. The correctly spelt word is
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II) 'Advisable' which means - 'Suitable/Reasonable'.
The other correct options are-
Ans. (a): The above given options are correctly spelt Invisible - Occult
except option (a) 'Achieve'. The correctly spelt word is Capable - Competent
'Achieve' which means - 'obtain'. Irritable - Choleric
The other correct options are- Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Receive - Enlist 52. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
Believe - Confide (a) Distance (b) Arguement
Grieve - Molest (c) Commitment (d) Existence
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
47. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
(a) accumulate (b) accommodate options is (b) 'Arguement'. The correctly spelt word is
(c) accelarate (d) accomplice 'Argument' which means- 'Debate/Contention'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III) The other correct options are-
Ans. (c): The above given options are correctly spelt Distance - Mileage
except option (c) 'Accelarate'. The correct word is Commitment - Engagement,
'Accelerate' which means - 'speed up'. Existence - Entity
The other correct options are- Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Accumulate - Collect 53. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Accommodate - Adapt, (a) Acceptable (b) Beginning
Accomplice - Associative (c) Accomodate (d) Quizzes
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I)
48. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (c) : The above given option (c) 'Accomodate' is
(a) attendance (b) alliance incorrectly spelt word. The correctly spelt word is
(c) affilate (d) affluence 'Accommodate' which means - 'to have enough space
for somebody or something'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II) The other correct options are-
Ans. (c): The above given option (c) 'Affilate' is Acceptable - Admissible
wrongly spelt word. The correctly spelt word is Beginning - Start up,
'Affiliate' which means - connect. Quizzes - Satirize
The other correct options are- Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Attendance - Impendence, 54. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Alliance - Junction (a) Appreciate (b) Judiciary
Affluence - Prosperity (c) Virtual (d) Ambasador
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
49. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (d) : The above given option (d) 'Ambasador' is
(a) aggrassive (b) agriculture incorrectly spelt word. The correctly spelt word is
(c) agitation (d) agreement 'Ambassador' which means - 'Diplomat'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) The other correct options are-
Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word from the given Appreciate - Panegyrize
options is (a) 'Aggrassive'. The correctly spelt word is Judiciary - Magisterial
'Aggressive' which means - 'Rampant'. Virtual - Genuine
The other correct options are- Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
Agriculture - Husbandry 55. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Agitation - Stimulus, (a) Ambiteous (b) Gorgeous
Agreement - Annexure (c) Serious (d) Curious
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
50. Select the wrongly spelt word. option is (a) 'Ambiteous'. The correctly spelt word is
(a) assurence (b) assurable 'Ambitious' which means 'Desirous'.
(c) assure (d) assuredly The other correct options are-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I) Gorgeous - Splendid
Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word from the given Serious - Solemn,
options is (a) 'Assurence'. The correctly spelt word is Curious - Impatient
'Assurance' which means - Insurance/Warranties. Thus, the correct answer is option (a).

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56. Select the correctly spelt word. Ans. (b) : All the above given options are incorrect
(a) Exquiste (b) Recquirement except option (b) 'Address' which means - 'a
(c) Acquaintance (d) Squirrell description of the location of a person or organization'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Ans. (c) : The above given options are incorrect except 62. Select the correctly spelt word.
option (c) 'Acquaintance' which means - 'A person that (a) Agression (b) Appearence
you know but who is not a close friend'. (c) Assasination (d) Assimilate
The other correct options are- SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Exquisite - Best Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given
Requirement - Necessity options is (d) 'Assimilate' which means- 'adopt/digest'.
Squirrel - A small animal covered in fur with a long tail. The other correct options are-
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Aggression - Invasion,
57. Select the wrongly spelt word. Appearance - Plausibility
(a) Tolerate (b) Temperate Assassination - Murder
(c) Accomodate (d) Promulgate Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) 63. Select the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given (a) Asthetic (b) Already
options is (c) 'Accomodate'. The correctly spelt word is (c) Outragous (d) Orignal
'Accommodate' which means- 'to have enough space for SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III)
somebody or something'. Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given
The other correct options are- options is (b) 'Already' which means- 'to emphasis that
Tolerate - Forebear something happened before something else or earlier
Temperate - Abstemious than expected' (Previously).
Promulgate - Announce The other correct options are-
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Aesthetic– Concerned with beauty or art
58. In the following question, a word has been Outrageous– Pejorative
written in four different ways out of which only Original– Genuine
one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
word. 64. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Accedent (b) Akcident (a) Administrater (b) Administrator
(c) Accident (d) Acciant (c) Administratur (d) Administretor
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : All the above given options are incorrect Ans. (b) : All the above given options are incorrect
except option (c) 'Accident' which means - on except option (b) 'Administrator' which means- 'a
unpleasant event that happens unexpectedly and causes person whose job is to organize or manage a system, a
damage, injury or death'. business.'
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
59. In the following question, a word has been 65. Select the wrongly spelt word.
written in four different ways out of which only (a) Quote (b) Require
one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt (c) Queue (d) Accquire
word. SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) Acomplish (b) Accomplish Ans. (d) : All the above given options are correct
(c) Akcomplish (d) Accomplesh except option (d) 'Accquire'. The correctly spelt word
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II) is 'Acquire' which means- 'to obtain or buy something.
Ans. (b) : All the above given options are incorrect The other correct options are-
except (b) 'Accomplish' which means - 'a person who Quote - Citation
helps somebody to do something bad, especially a Require - Desire
crime'. Queue - Line
Hence, the correct answer is option (b). Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
60. Select the correctly spelt word. 66. Choose the correctly spelt word.
(a) Anniversery (b) Anniversary (a) Disccusion (b) Suspition
(c) Anniversiry (d) Aniversary (c) Adjourn (d) Procedings
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Ans. (b) : All the above given options are incorrect
except option (b) 'Anniversary' which means- 'a date Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
that is remembered or celebrated because a special or options is (c) 'Adjourn' which means- 'to put off or
notable event occured.' suspend until a future time'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). The other correct options are-
61. Select the correctly spelt word. Discussion - Parlance/Debate
(a) Adrress (b) Address Suspicion - Doubt
(c) Addres (d) Adress Proceedings- Prmopt action
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
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67. Select the correctly spelt word. The correct words are-
(a) Acommodate (b) Accmmadate Scavenge - scrub
(c) Accomodete (d) Accommodate Warrior - Knight
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III) Inheritance - patrimony
Ans. (d) : All the above given options are incorrect Thus, the correct answer is options (a).
except option (d) 'Accommodate' which means- 'to 74. Select the sentence in which a word is
have enough space for somebody or something'. INCORRECTLY spelt.
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). (a) He hoped that he won the prestigious award.
68. Select the correctly spelt word. (b) I could never be as talented as him.
(a) Acheive (b) Achieve (c) His breathe smelled of garlic.
(c) Acheeve (d) Achiev (d) A woman gasped in horror at the sight of him.
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Ans. (b) : All the above given options are incorrect
Ans. (c) : A word 'Breathe' is incorrectly spelt because
except option (b) 'Achieve' which means- 'obtain'. the correct spelling is 'breath' it is used as a noun while
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). 'breathe' used as a verb and after the possessive
adjective (His) only 'noun' is used.
B Thus, the correct sentence is -
His breath smelled of garlic.
69. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
75. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Drifter (b) Haughty
(a) Swimming (b) Borowing
(c) Hinterland (d) Bellweather (c) Sovereign (d) Preserve
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Ans. (d) : For the above given words, the incorrectly Ans. (b) : The word 'Borowing' is incorrect because the
spelt word is 'Bellweather' because the correctly spelt correct spelling is 'Borrowing'. While the remaining
word is 'Bellwether'. options are correct.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
70. Identify the sentence with correct spellings. 76. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Rahul was ashamed of beehaving so badly. (a) Mathematician (b) Musician
(b) Rahul was ashamed of behaving so badly. (c) Technician (d) Beautycian
(c) Rahul was ashamed of bihaving so badly. SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
(d) Rahul was ashamed of biheving so badly. Ans. (d) : The word 'Beautycian' is incorrect because
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I) the correct spelling is 'Beautician' which means makeup
artist.
Ans. (b) : For the above sentence, the most appropriate The other words are -
option (b) ‘Rahul was ashamed of behaving so badly’. Mathematician - A person skilled in Mathematics
Here the spelling of ‘behaving’ is correct while other Musician - A person who plays a musical instruments
options are in correct.
Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
77. Select the wrongly spelt word.
71. Choose the incorrectly spelt word. (a) Geometry (b) Scenery
(a) Morning (b) Washing (c) Primary (d) Boundery
(c) Calling (d) Burnig SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word from the given
Ans. (d) : For the above options, option (d) 'burnig' is options is (d) 'Boundery' and the correctly spelt word is
wrongly spelt its correct spelling is 'burning'. Other 'boundary' which means - 'Range'.
options are correct. The other options are correctly spelt-
Geometry - The study in mathematics of lines, shapes,
72. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. curves
(a) black (b) blade Scenery - Landscape
(c) bleame (d) blare Primary - Rudimentary
SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
Ans. (c) : The word 'Bleame' is incorrect because the 78. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
correct spelling is 'Blame' which means 'stricture'. (a) Buying (b) Bouncing
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). (c) Boxing (d) Begining
SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
73. Select the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (d) : The word 'Begining' is incorrect because the
(a) Bureaucracy (b) Scavange correct spelling is 'Beginning' which means 'starting'.
(c) Warrier (d) Inheritence The other words are -
SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I Bouncing - Boast
Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, only 'Burecucracy' Boxing - Pugilism
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79. Select the misspelt word. Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
(a) beguile (b) bemoan options is (c) 'Benign' which means- 'kind or gentle'
(c) bereave (d) beseige and the other given options are incorrect.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct option is (c).
Ans. (d) : All the above given options are correct 85. Select the wrongly spelt word.
except option (d) 'Beseige'. The correctly spelt word is (a) fomentation (b) bureaucrecy
'Besiege' which means- 'to surround a place with an (c) plateau (d) horizontal
army'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II)
The other options are correctly spelt- Ans. (b): All the above given options are correct except
Beguile - Charm option (b) 'Bureaucrecy'. The correctly spelt word is
Bemoan - Weep 'Bureaucracy' which means- 'the system of official rules
Bereave - Deprive that an organization has for doing something'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). The other correct options are-
80. Select the correctly spelt word. Fomentation- Passion
(a) bouckey (b) bookay Plateau- Tableland
(c) bowquet (d) bouquet Horizontal- Vertical
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Ans. (d) : All the above given options are incorrect 86. Select the wrongly spelt word.
expect option (d) 'Bouquet' which means- (a) Bliss (b) Behaive
'a bunch of flowers that is arranged in an attractive (c) board (d) better
way'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Thus, the correct option is (d). Ans. (b) The incorrectly spelt word from the given
81. Select the wrongly spelt word. options is (b) 'Behaive'. The correctly spelt word is
(a) bridle (b) brisk 'Behave' which means - 'Act in a particular way'.
(c) bristel (d) brittle The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) Bliss - Pleasance
Ans. (c): The wrongly spelt word from the given Board- Committee
options is (c) 'Bristel'. The correctly spelt word is Better- Superior
'Bristle' which means- 'short stiff hair of an animal or Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
plant'. 87. Select the wrongly spelt word.
The other given options are correctly spelt- (a) berry (b) barren
Bridle - Rein, Brisk - Cunning, Brittle - Fragile (c) barel (d) barrier
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
82. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
(a) benethe (b) behold options is (c) 'Barel'. The correctly spelt word is Barrel'
(c) bench (d) begin which means- 'a large, round, wooden, plastic or metal
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) container for liquids.'
Ans. (a): The incorrectly spelt word is option (a) The other options are correctly spelt-
'Benethe'. The correctly spelt word is 'Beneath' which Berry- Jujube
means - 'below or under'. Barren- Infertile
The other options are correctly spelt- Barrier- Interrupt
Behold - Peruse, Bench - Law Court, Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Begin-Initiate 88. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). (a) booty (b) brood
83. Select the wrongly spelt word. (c) blosom (d) boast
(a) Burglery (b) Treasury SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) Aviary (d) Nursery Ans. (c): All the above given options are correct except
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) option (c) 'Blosom'. The correctly spelt word is
Ans. (a): The wrongly spelt word from the given 'Blossom' which means- 'a flower or bloom, especially
options is (a) 'Burglery'. The correctly spelt word is of a fruit-bearing plant.'
'Burglary' which means- 'The crime of entering a The other options are correctly spelt-
building illegally in order to steal'. Booty - Plunder, Brood - Progeny, Boast - Ostentation
The other options are correctly spelt- Thus, the correct option is (c).
Treasury - Coffers 89. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Aviary - 'A large cage or area, in which birds are kept' (a) Balloon (b) Adulteration
Nursery - Kindergarten/Brooder (c) Irritant (d) Bungalow
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
84. Select the correctly spelt word. Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the give
(a) Benigne (b) Benine options is (d) 'Bungalow'. The correctly spelt word is
(c) Benign (d) Bennine 'Bungalow' which means– 'a house that is all on one
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) level, without stairs'.
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The other options are correctly spelt- (a) confident (b) confidence
Balloon - Aircraft, Adulteration - Tincture, (c) confidance (d) confiedent
Irritant - Thrilling SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I)
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Ans. (a) : In the given sentence, 'confident' is the
90. Select the correctly spelt word. correct spelling of the underline word 'confidant.
(a) Bouquet (b) Secquence Confident means– reassure, positive.
(c) Acquirum (d) Frequensy Hence option (a) is correct answer.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given 96. Identify the correctly spelt sentence.
options is (a) 'Bouquet' which means- 'Epergne'/Posy. (a) The events arranged or organised in order of
The other correct options are– time are known as chronoligal order.
Sequence - Series (b) The events arranged or organised in order of
Acquarium - Fishbowl, time are known as chronological order.
Frequency - Recurrence (c) The events arranged or organised in order of
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). time are known as chronologikal order.
91. Select the correctly spelt word. (d) The events arranged or organised in order of
(a) Memor (b) Studiuous time are known as chronoloigal order.
(c) Restaurent (d) Business SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III) Ans. (b) : Among the above options, the spelling of the
Ans. (d) The correctly spelt word from the given word 'Chronological' used in the second sentence is
option is (d) 'Business' which means- 'buying and correct. Hence the sentence of option (b) is correctly
selling as a way of earning money'. spelt.
The other correct options are– Correct sentence-
Memoir – Narration The events arranged or organised in order of time are
Studious – Educated known as chronological order.
Restaurant – Canteen
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). 97. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
92. Select the correctly spelt word. (a) Announce (b) Cotarminous
(a) Beautifuli (b) Beautifuly (c) Ambient (d) Felicitate
(c) Beautifully (d) Beautefully SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : The above given option are incorrectly
Ans. (c) : All the above given options are incorrect
spelt except option (b) 'cotarminous.' The correctly spelt
except option (c) 'Beautifully' which means– 'in a way
word is 'coerminous' which means- 'having the same
that is very attractive.'
boundaries or extent in space, time, or meaning.
The other given options are incorrect.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Hence, the correct option is (b)
93. Select the correctly spelt word. 98. Select the correct spelling from the given
(a) Buraucracy (b) Bureaucracy options to fill in the blank.
(c) Bureaucrasy (d) Bureucracy Mihika was one of the _______ in the Master
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II) Chef competition held in our society last year.
Ans. (b): : The correctly spelt word from the given (a) contestents (b) contestants
options is (b) 'Bureaucracy' which means– 'A system (c) kontestants (d) contextants
for controlling a country or organization that is operted SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II)
by officials.
The other given options are incorrectly spelt. Ans. (b) : Option (b) Contestants – ( A person who
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). lakes part in a contest or competition) contains the
correct spelling hence, It will be filled in the given void
space of the sentence.
C Correct sentence –
94. Select the correctly spelt word. mihika was one of the contestants in the Master chef
(a) Concensus (b) Concencus competition held in our society last year.
(c) Consencus (d) Consensus 99. The following sentence has been spilt into four
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) segments. Identify the segment that contains a
Ans. (d) : For the above given options the correctly spelling error.
spelt word is 'consensus' which means Harmony. other You cannot/ compensate for the/ wrongdoings
options are incorrect. you have/ comitted in the past.
Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(a) wrongdoings you have
95. Select the correct spelling of the underlined
(b) comitted in the past.
word from the given options to make the
sentence meaningfully correct. (c) You cannot
I am very confidant of my positive result I the (d) compensate for the
examination. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV)
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Ans. (b) : In the option (b) 'comitted in the past' is Ans. (d) : The word 'Conveniance' is incorrect because
erroneous and contains spelling error. Its correct the correct spelling is 'Convenience' which means
spelling would be 'committed' – obligated by a pledge facility.
to some course of action. The other words are -
Innocence - Gullibility
Correct Sentence Essence - Extract
you con not compensate for the wrongdoings you have Conveyance - Carriage
committed in the past. 105. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
100. Parts of the following sentence have been given (a) Cuisine (b) Mundane
as options. Select the option that contains an (c) Beverage (d) Celastiel
error.
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
My colleages have lacked the conscience needed
to be morally correct on this grave issue. Ans. (d) : The word 'celastiel' is incorrect because the
correct spelling is 'celestial' which means 'Heavenly
(a) morally (b) conscience body'.
(c) grave (d) colleages The other words are -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) Cuisine - Related to food.
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, the parts of the given Mundane - Profane, worldly
option (d) 'Colleages' is incorrectly spelt. the correctly Beverage - Drinks
spelt word is 'Colleagues' which means.– 'one of a
group of people who work together.' Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
other options are correctly spelt. 106. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(a) Vein (b) Quick
101. Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
(c) Certain (d) Contein
(a) Clovver (b) Sharpen SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
(c) Sunrise (d) Happen Ans. (d) : The word 'contein' is incorrect because the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) correct spelling is 'contain' which means 'imply'. Thus,
Ans. (a) : For the above options, option (a) "Clovver" the correct answer is options (d).
is misspelled. Its correct spelling is "Clever". Other 107. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
options are correct. (a) Collection (b) Consolidation
102. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (c) Coressponding (d) Complaint
(a) Absence (b) Conferense SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
(c) Expense (d) Entrance Ans. (c) : The word 'coressponding' is incorrect because
SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III the correct spelling is 'corresponding', while other
options are correct.
Ans. (b) :The word 'conferense' is incorrect because the Thus the correct answer is options (c).
correct spelling is 'Conference' which means 'Congress'.
The other words are- 108. Select the correctly spelt word.
Absence - Deficiency (a) Imigrant (b) Chauvinist
Expense - Expenditure (c) Contemperary (d) Cosmopolition
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
Entrance - Entry
Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, only 'chauvinist' is
103. Select the option that corrects the misspelt spelt correctly. It means 'Jingoism' . The other options
words in the given sentence. are incorrect.
A baloon may liave the earth with a charg. Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
(a) A balloon may leave the earth with a charge. 109. Select the correctly spelt word.
(b) A ballon may leave the earth with a chargge. (a) Convect (b) Conect
(c) Convert (d) Concent
(c) A balloon may live the earth with a charrge.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
(d) A ballun may leave the earth with a charge.
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word is ‘convert’ means
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I Tranform. The remaining words are incorrect.
Ans. (a) : In the given sentence the correct answer is Thus, the correct answer is (c).
options (a). The words 'Baloon' 'Liave' and 'charge' are 110. Select the sentence which has no spelling error.
incorrect because the correct spelling are 'Balloon' (a) Neeta represented Global School in the state
'Leave' and 'charge'. level debate competition.
Therefore the correct sentence will be– (b) Gupta empire posed a competetoin to the
A balloon may leave the earth with a charge. invaders in ancient India.
(c) The cooking compitition was judged by the
104. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. head chef of Garland Hotels.
(a) Innocence (b) Essence (d) There is a high market compettion due to the
(c) Conveyance (d) Conveniance advent of online shopping.
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Ans. (a) : In the given options, the options (a) is correct The other words are-
answer, because the word 'competition' is correctly spelt Trickled - leak
in this sentence. While other option are incorrect. Tassels - Cluster
111. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Dampened to make something slightly wet.
(a) Opportunity (b) Conversation Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(c) Warrant (d) Collaegue 116. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II (a) Concensas (b) Articulate
Ans. (d) : The word 'Collaegue' is incorrect because the (c) Colossal (d) Magnificent
correct spelling is 'colleague' which means comrade. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Thus the correct answer is options (d). The remaining Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
words are correct. options is (a) 'Concensas'. The correctly spelt word is
'Consensus' which means- 'a general agreement about
112. Select the incorrectly spelt word. something'.
(a) Frigidity (b) Corteous The other correct options are-
(c) Mandatory (d) Amnesia Articulate - Clear
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II Colossal - Profound
Ans. (b) : The word 'Corteous' is in correct because the Magnificent - Splendid
correct spelling is 'Courteous' which means submissive. Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
The other words are - 117. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
Frigidity - coolness (a) Calender (b) Cadre
Mandatory - compulsory (c) Commit (d) Carnivorous
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Amnesia - loss of memory
Thus, the comment option is (b). Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
options is (a) 'Calender', the correctly spelt word is
113. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 'Calendar' which means- 'a list of important events and
(a) Elegant (b) Cavalier dates they take place'.
(c) Charishma (d) Dominate The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III Cadre - Skeleton
Ans. (c) : The word 'Charishma' is the incorrect because Commit - Enunciate
the correct spelling is 'Charisma' which means 'talent'. Carnivorous - Predatory
The other words are - Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Elegant - Aesthetic 118. In the following question, four words have been
Cavalier - supercilious given out of which one word is incorrectly
Dominate - Reign spelt. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(a) Acquaintance (b) Ascendance
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(c) Claivoyence (d) Countenance
114. Select the incorrectly spelt word. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
(a) Customary (b) Domicile Ans. (c): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
(c) Tactile (d) Concentratte options is (c) 'Claivoyence'. The correctly spelt word is
SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III 'Clairvoyance' which means- 'the supernatural power of
Ans. (d) : The word 'Concentratte' is the incorrect spelt seeing objects or actions removed in space or time from
because the correct spelling is 'concentrate' which natural viewing.
means 'Heed'.
The other options are correctly spelt-
The other options are -
Acquaintance – Notion
Customary - commonly practiced
Ascendance – Sovereignty
Domicile - Habitat
Countenance – Support
Tactile - touchable.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
119. Select the option which is correctly spelt.
115. From among the words given in bold, select the (a) contageous (b) contegious
incorrectly spelt word in the following
(c) contagious (d) countagious
sentence.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
Small drops trickled down the red and yellow
tassels of cannopies and dampened the heads of Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
little boys. options is (c) 'Contagious' which means- 'a disease that
(a) trickled (b) tassels you can get by touching somebody or something.
(c) cannopies (d) dampened The other given options are incorrect.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III
120. Select the misspelt word
Ans. (c) : The word 'cannopies' is incorrect because the (a) Credulous (b) Contagious
correct spelling is 'canopies' which means 'tent', (c) Consensus (d) Contemptous
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Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word from the given option
options is (d) 'Contemptous'. The correctly spelt word is (c) 'Conscientious' which means- 'Honest/Sincere'.
is 'Contemptuous' which means- 'feeling or expressing The other given options are incorrectly spelt.
deep hatred or disapproval.' Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
The other correct options are- 127. Select the correctly spelt word.
Credulous - Trustful (a) concious (b) corigible
Contagious - Infectious (c) complascent (d) contemptible
Consensus - Accord SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Ans. (d): The correctly spelt word from the given
121. Select the wrongly spelt word. options is (d) 'Contemptible' which means- 'not
(a) custody (b) curtesy deserving any respect at all' (Sordid).
(c) custom (d) cursory The other correct options are-
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) Conscious - Aware
Ans. (b) : The wrongly spelt word from the given Complacent - Cheerful
options is (b) 'Curtesy'. The correctly spelt word is Corrigible - Polite
'courtesy' which means- 'polite and pleasant behaviour Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
that shows respect for other people.' 128. Select the wrongly spelt word.
The other correct options are- (a) controversial (b) conquer
Custody - Lockup, Custom - Tradition, (c) contamporary (d) cooperation
Cursory - Shallow SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
122. Select the correctly spelt word. option is (c) 'Contamporary'. The correctly spelt word is
(a) comosion (b) cammosion 'Contemporary' which means- 'belonging to the same
(c) commotion (d) camotion time as somebody or something'.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) The other given options are correctly spelt.
Ans. (c) : All the above given options are incorrect Controversial - Disputable
except option (c) 'Commotion' which means- 'great Conquer - Vanquish
noise or excitement'. Cooperation - Collaborate
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
123. Select the correctly spelt word. 129. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) cartificate (b) sertificate (a) callous (b) career
(c) certificate (d) sartifikate (c) calander (d) carriage
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
options is (c) 'Certificate' which means- 'an official options (c) 'Calander'. The correctly spelt word is
piece of paper that says that something is true or 'Calendar' which means- 'Almanac'.
correct.' The other correct options are-
The other given options are incorrect. Callous - Stiff,
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Career - Profession,
124. Select the correctly spelt word. Carriage - Cart
(a) chooze (b) chooj Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(c) chuse (d) choose 130. Select the wrongly spelt word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III) (a) Comparison (b) Communication
Ans. (d): The correctly spelt word from the given (c) Compitition (d) Comparable
options is (d) 'Choose' which means- 'to decide which SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
thing or person you want out of the ones select.' Ans. (c): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
The other given options are incorrectly spelt. option is (c) 'Compitition'. The correctly spelt word is
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). 'Competition' which means- 'Juxtaposition'.
125. Select the correctly spelt word. The other correct options are-
(a) Challeng (b) Challange Comparison- Similitude,
(c) Chalenge (d) Challenge Communication- Infusion
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) Comparable- Alike
Ans. (d): The correctly spelt word from the given Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
options is (d) 'Challenge' which means- 'something new 131. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) comparable (b) committee
and different that forces you to make a lot of effort.'
(c) consceince (d) commission
The other given options are incorrectly spelt. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
126. Select the correctly spelt word. option is (c) 'Consceince'. The correctly spelt word is
(a) Concentious (b) Conscentious 'Conscience' which means- 'the inner sense of what is
(c) Conscientious (d) Consenteous right or wrong in one's conduct or motives'.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) The other given options are correctly spelt–
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Comparable - Equivalent, Ans. (a): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
Committee - Council, option is (a) 'Comencement'. The correctly spelt word is
Commission - Board 'Commencement' which means- 'start'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). The other given options are correctly spelt–
132. Select the wrongly spelt word. Resentment- Indignation,
(a) ambitious (b) fictitious Continuation- Seriality,
(c) capritious (d) nutritious Tringulation- Formation of or division into triangle
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Ans. (c): The incorrectly spelt word from the given 138. Select the wrongly spelt word.
option is (c) 'Capritious'. The correctly spelt word is (a) particle (b) consize
'Capricious' which means- 'Changing behaviour (c) discern (d) nurture
suddenly in a way that is difficult to protect'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
The other given options are correctly spelt– Ans. (b): All the given options are correctly spelt
Ambitious- Wishful except option (b) 'Consize'. The correctly spelt word is
Fictitious -Fanciful 'Concise' which means- 'giving a lot of information in a
Nutritious - Alible few words'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). The other given options are correctly spelt–
133. Select the correctly spelt word. Particle- Jot,
(a) Credibel (b) Creddible Discern- Identify,
(c) Credible (d) Credibal Nurture- Alimentation
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given 139. Select the wrongly spelt word.
option is (c) 'Credible' which means- 'that you can (a) curious (b) curse
believe'. (c) curry (d) cursore
The other given options are incorrectly spelt– Ans. (d): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). option is (d) 'Cursore'. The correctly spelt word is
134. Select the correctly spelt word. 'Cursor' which means- 'a small sign on a computer
(a) counterfiet (b) countorfelt screen'.
(c) counterfeit (d) counterfate The other given options are correctly spelt–
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) Curious- Eager,
Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word from the given option Curse- Calumny
is (c) 'Counterfeit' which means- 'not genuine, but Curry- Sauce or relish for rice.
copied so that it looks like the real thing'. Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
The other given options are incorrectly spelt– 140. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). (a) celebrity (b) celebrate
135. Select the correctly spelt word. (c) celeberation (d) celebrant
(a) commemorete (b) comemorate SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) commemmorate (d) commemorate Ans. (c): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II) option is (c) 'Celeberation'. The correctly spelt word is
Ans. (d): The correctly spelt word from the given 'Celebration' which means- 'a joyful occasion for special
option is (d) 'Commemorate' which means- 'to make festivities to mark some happy event'.
people remember a special event'. (Celebrate) The other given options are correctly spelt–
Celebrity - Magnate,
The other given options are incorrectly spelt–
Celebrate - Commemorate,
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Celebrant - a person who performs a rite
136. Select the correctly spelt word. Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(a) contrapsion (b) cunstruction 141. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(c) controversy (d) controdiction (a) Changable (b) Mileage
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Arrangement (d) Practice
Ans. (c): All the above given options are incorrect SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
except option (c) 'Controversy' which means- Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
'Disagreement about something'. option is (a) 'Changable'. The correctly spelt word is
The other correct options are- 'Changeable' which means- 'unsettled'.
The other given options are correctly spelt–
Contraption- Appliance
Mileage - Benefit,
Construction- Production Arrangement - System,
Contradiction- Disaccord Practice - Exercise
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
137. Select the wrongly spelt word. 142. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) comencement (b) resentment (a) Resultant (b) Constraint
(c) continuation (d) triangulation (c) Expanse (d) Conscentious
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Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given 148. Select the wrongly spelt word.
option is (d) 'Conscentious'. The correctly spelt word is (a) conveyance (b) conviencing
'Conscientious' which means- 'Honest'. (c) commemorate (d) commensurate
The other given options are correctly spelt– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Resultant – Consequent Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
Constraint – Duress option is (b) 'Conviencing'. The correctly spelt word is
Expanse – Extension 'Convincing' which means- 'able to make somebody
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). believe something'.
143. Select the word with the correct spelling. The other given options are correctly spelt–
(a) Inseckts (b) Contemptuous Conveyance - Carry,
(c) Aggresive (d) Biscits Commemorate - Celebrate,
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) Commensurate - Compatible
Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
option is (b) 'Contemptuous' which means- 'feeling deep 149. Select the wrongly spelt word.
hatred or disapproval'. (a) Compromize (b) Sympathize
The other correct options are-
Insects– Moth, Aggressive–Rampant, Biscuit–Cookie (c) Scrutinize (d) Colonize
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II)
144. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
(a) Conjugate (b) Corporate option is (a) 'Compromize'. The correctly spelt word is
(c) Collaborate (d) Comemorate 'Compromise' which means- 'to adjust or settle by
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) mutual concessions'.
Ans. (d) : All the above given options are correctly The other given options are correctly spelt–
spelt except option (d) 'Comemorate'. The correctly Sympathize– Commiserate, Scrutinize– Check,
spelt word is 'Commemorate' which means- 'to make Colonize– Resettle
people remember a special events'. Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
The other given options are correctly spelt– 150. Select the word the correct spelling.
Conjugate - Conjoint, (a) Capricious (b) Ecstacy
Corporate - Collective (c) Complasent (d) Avalaunche
Collaborate - Cooperate SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given
145. Select the wrongly spelt word. option is (a) 'Capricious' which means- 'Changing
(a) Courteous (b) Circueteous behaviour suddenly in a way that is difficult to predict.'.
(c) Momentous (d) Delicious The other correct options are-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) Ecstasy - Bliss,
Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given Complacent - Cheery,
option is (b) 'Circueteous'. The correctly spelt word is Avalanche - Icefall
'Circuitous' which means- 'Helicoid'. Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
The other given options are correctly spelt–
Courteous – Submissive 151. In the following question, a word has been
Momentous – Massive written in four different ways out of which only
Delicious – Yummy one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). word.
146. Select the wrongly spelt word. (a) Conservative (b) Conservetive
(a) Attacked (b) Clearify (c) Concervative (d) Conservrative
(c) Provision (d) Promote SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given
Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given option, is “Conservative” which means ‘pedantic’.
option is (b) 'Clearify'. The correctly spelt word is The remaining option are incorrectly spelt.
'Clarify' which means- 'explain'. Hence option (a) is correct answer.
The other given options are correctly spelt– 152. Select the correctly spelt word.
Attacked - Strike, Provision - Principle,
Promote - Upgrade (a) Comittee (b) Commite
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (c) Committee (d) Commitee
147. Select the correctly spelt word. SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) Changeable (b) Insigneficant Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
(c) Immpending (d) Unsustanable option, is “Committee” which means “Board/
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III) Commission”.
Ans. (a): The correctly spelt word from the given The remaining options are incorrectly spelt.
option is (a) 'Changeable' which means- 'Temporary'. Hence option (c) is correct answer.
The other correct options are- 153. Choose the correctly spelt word.
Insignificant–Frivolous, Impending – Adjacent, (a) Convenience (b) Konvenience
Unsustainable - Temporary (c) Convinience (d) Conveniense
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given 159. Choose the sentence with no spelling error.
options, is “Convenience” which means (a) The joy definitely lies in cooking for others.
“Facility/Vantage”. (b) The joy definitely lyes in cooking for others.
The remaining options are incorrectly spelt. (c) The joy defintely lies in cooking for others.
Hence option (a) is correct answer. (d) The joy definitely lies in cokking for others.
154. Select the correctly spelt word. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) Changeble (b) Changable
(c) Chageable (d) Changeable Ans. (a) : In the above options, option (a) "The joy
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II) definitely lies in cooking for others" is correct sentence.
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given Where in other options have spelling mistake.
options, is “Changeable” Which means “Unstable”. Correct Sentence– The joy definitely lies in cooking
The remaining options are incorrectly spelt. for others.
Hence option (d) is correct answer. 160. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Nascent (b) Malleable
D (c) Dissiminate (d) Obsequious
155. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II
(a) Thankful (b) Dutyful Ans. (c) : Out of the given options incorrect options is
(c) Merciful (d) Plentiful 'Dissiminate'. Its correct spelling is 'Disseminate'.
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV) Means 'Canvass'.
Ans. (b) : Out of the above options, option (b) Dutyful Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
is incorrectly spelt. Its correct spelling would be 161. Select the correctly spelt word.
'Dutiful' (Dedicated). (a) Disstract (b) Destarct
Meaning of the other options- (c) Distract (d) Distarct
Thankful - Grateful SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
Merciful - Indulgent
Plentiful - Bountiful, Abundant Ans. (c) :Out of the given (c) 'Distract' is spelt
correctly. While the remaining options have incorrect
156. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word from spelling.
the given sentence.
Drunkeness, riot and brawling were the order, Thus, the correct answer is option (c)
there, every night. 162. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Order (b) Drunkeness (a) Conscious (b) Opportunity
(c) Brawling (d) Riot (c) Disturbence (d) Genius
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II
Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word of the above Ans. (c) : The word 'Disturbence' is incorrect because
sentence is option (b) 'Drunkeness.' The correctly spelt the correct spelling is 'Disturbance' which means
word is 'Drunkenness' which means – 'the state of being disorder.
drunk.' The other words are -
Other options are correctly spelt. Conscious - Aware
Opportunity - Occasion
157. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Genius - Brillance
(a) Malleable (b) Nascent
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(c) Obsequious (d) Dissiminate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I) 163. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(a) Neutron (b) Decieve
Ans. (d) : In the above options, option (d) 'Dissiminate'
is spelt wrongly its correct spelling is "Disseminate" (c) Gothic (d) Frosty
(Expand). Other options are correct. SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III
Ans. (b) : The word 'Decieve' is incorrect because
158. Select the incorrectly spelt word. correct spelling is 'deceive' which means betray/
(a) Deliceous (b) Progress Hoodwink.
(c) Present (d) Approve The other words are -
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III Neutron - It is a kind of atoms
Ans. (a) : The word 'Deliceous' is incorrect because the Gothic - Strange/unusual
correct spelling is 'Delicious'. Frosty - very cold
The other words are- Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Progress - advancement
164. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
Present - current (a) Discipline (b) Delicious
Approve - favor. (c) Desparate (d) Dependence
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is option © Ans. (b): The wrongly spelt word is “Descern” and the
“Desparate” and it correct spelling is “Desperate” which correct spelling “Discern” is means “Identify”
means “Hopeless”. The remaining options are correct.
The other correct options are– Describe – depict
Discipline – Regimentation Descent – Touch-down /Ancestry
Delicious – Tasty Desert – Sands
Dependence – Support 171. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
165. Select the option which is correctly spelt. (a) despise (b) describe
(a) discpline (b) discipiline (c) desire (d) designe
(c) discipline (d) descripline SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d): The incorrectly spelt word is option (d)
Ans. (c) : Out of given options, option (c) “discipline’ “Designe” and its correct spelling is “Design” means
is spelt correctly it means “Regimentation”. “Taxture”.
While other options are incorrect.
The remaining options are correct.
Hence option (c) is the correct answer.
Despise – Hate/Disdain
166. Select the wrongly spelt word. Describe – Depict
(a) decease (b) decibel Desine – Wish
(c) decieve (d) decency
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) 172. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word is option (c) (a) illumination (b) discrimnation
“Decieve” and its correct spelling is “Deceive” it (c) hallucination (d) intimation
means “Hood wink” SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
The remaining option are spelt correctly. Ans. (b): The incorrectly spelt word is option (b)
Decease – Death “Discrimnation” and its correct spelling is
Decibel – The unit used to measure the intensity of 'Discrimination' means “Partiality”.
sound. The remaining options are correct.
Decency – Courtesy/Decorum Illumination - Light
167. Select the correctly spelt word. Hallucination - Phantasm
(a) desperete (b) disparat Intimation - Information
(c) desperate (d) desparate 173. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II) (a) orientation (b) disappointment
Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, option (c) (c) corroborate (d) disapprooval
“Desperate” is spelt correctly is means “Hopeless” SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
While the remaining options are incorrect. Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is
Hence option (c) is the correct answer. “Disapprooval” and its correct spelling is
“Disapproval” means “Rejection”.
168. Select the wrongly spelt word. The remaining options are correct.
(a) definate (b) define Orientation – Guideline
(c) deform (d) deflate Disappointment – Despair
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) Corroborate – Stand for
Ans. (a): The wrongly spelt word is “Definate” and the 174. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
correct spelling is “Definite” it means “Certain/Sure” (a) Dimention (b) Jostle
The remaining option are correct. (c) Ideology (d) Illiterate
Define – Declane SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Deform – Deface Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word is “Dimention”
Deflate – Negate and its correct spelling is “Dimension” means
169. Select the wrongly spelt word. “Amplitude”.
(a) devine (b) dive The remaining options are correct.
(c) deviate (d) divide Jostle – Jerk
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) Ideology – Dogma
Illiterate – Uneducated
Ans. (a): The wrongly spelt word is “Devine” and the
correct spelling is “Divine” it means “Heavenly” 175. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Fattening (b) Decieve
The remaining options are correct.
(c) Dessert (d) Business
Dive – Dip SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Deviate – Straggle
Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is “Decieve” and
Divide – Split its correct spelling is “Deceive” means “Hoodwink”.
170. Select the wrongly spelt word. The remaining options are correct.
(a) describe (b) descern Fattening – Thickness
(c) descent (d) desert Dessert – Confection
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176. Select the wrongly spelt word. 182. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Valediction (b) Selection (a) Definitly (b) Definitely
(c) Conviction (d) Defenition (c) Definetely (d) Definately
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word is “Defenition” and
its correct spelling is “Definition” means Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b)
“Explanation” “Definitely” is spelt correctly. It means “Absolutely”
The remaining options are correct. While the remaining options are incorrect.
Valediction- Farewell Hence option (b) is the correct answer.
Selection- Choice/Fleet 183. Choose the correctly spelt word.
Conviction- Nation/Belief (a) Dilema (b) Dilemma
177. Select the wrongly spelt word. (c) Dillema (d) Dielema
(a) Transparent (b) Deterent SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Different (d) Irreverent
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b)
Ans. (b) : The wrongly spelt word is “Deterent” and “Dilemma” is spelt correctly. It means “Doubt”.
its correct spelling is “Deterrent” means “Preventative” While the remaining options one incorrect.
The remaining options are correct. Hence option (b) is the correct answer.
Transparent – Pellucid 184. Choose the correctly spelt word.
Different – Apart/Various (a) Dominent (b) Disiase
Irreverent – Degrading (c) Deminish (d) Dependent
178. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) Harass (b) Heavenly Ans. (d) : Out of the given options, Option (d)
(c) Advisable (d) Disposeable “Dependent” is spelt correctly. It means “Incumbent”.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I) While the remaining options are incorrectly spelt.
Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is “Disposeable” Dominant – Chief
and its correct spelling is “Disposable” means Disease – Illness
“Castaway” Diminish – Mitigate
The remaining options are correct. Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
Harass – Molest/Vex 185. Select the correctly spelt word.
Heavenly – Celestial (a) Surrander (b) Priviledge
Advisable – Suitable/Proper (c) Fasinate (d) Desperate
179. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) Corruption (b) Discriminition
Ans. (d) : Out of the given options, option (d).
(c) Embodiment (d) Identification
'Desperate' is spelt correctly it means “Downcast”.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I)
While the remaining options are incorrectly spelt.
Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is Surrender - Capitulation
“Discriminition” and its correct spelling is Privilege - Charter
“Discrimination” means “Partiality”. Fascinate – Spellbind
The remaining options are correct. Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
Corruption – Malversation
Embodiment – Incarnation 186. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Identification – Recognition (a) Journey (b) Condemn
(c) Anxiety (d) Dimond
180. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) Diferently (b) Accidentally SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Evidently (d) Prudently Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word is “Dimond” and its
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) correct spelling “Diamond” it means “A precious
Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word is “Diferently” and stone”.
its correct spelling is “Differently” means Disparately. The remaining options are correct.
The remaining options are correct. Journey– Travel
Accidentally – Suddenly Condemn– Objurgating
Evidently – Certainly/Sure Anxiety– Concern
Prudently – Carefully 187. Select the correctly spelt word.
181. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (a) Discipline (b) Disatraus
(a) Vicious (b) Obvious (c) Diractory (d) Dormitery
(c) Deliceous (d) Courageous SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, option (a)
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is “Deliceous” “Discipline” is spelt correctly. It means
and its correct spelling is “Delicious” means “Tasty”. “Regimentation”.
The remaining options are correct. While the remaining options are incorrectly spelt.
Obvious – manifest/Undoubted Disastrous - Critical
Vicious – Cunning/Corrupt Directory - Book of the address and number
Courageous – Bold/Daring Dormitory - Hostel
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188. Select the correctly spelt word. 194. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Devlop (b) Diffrence (a) Unrravel (b) Equilibrium
(c) Discribe (d) Disappear (c) Compeling (d) Esctasy
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : Out of the given options, option (d) Ans. (b) : The correct spelt word 'Equilibrium' which
“Disappear” is “Vanish” means 'Balance'. The other options are incorrect.
While the remaining options are incorrectly spelt. Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
Develop - Evolve 195. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Difference - Distinction (a) Miscellaneous (b) Disciplinarian
Describe - Depict
(c) Exclaimation (d) Correspondence
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
E Ans. (c) : The word 'Exclaimation' is incorrect because
189. Identify the sentence with correct spellings. the correct spelling is 'Exclamation' it means
(a) There was not enough food in the beggar's 'Interjection'.
house. The other words are -
(b) There was not enouf food in the beggar's Miscellaneous - Diverse
house. Disciplinarian - pedant
(c) There was not enauf food in the beggar's Correspondence - mail /adjustment
house. Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(d) There was not enoufh food in the beggar's 196. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
house. (a) Environment (b) Encouregement
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) (c) Achievement (d) Advertisement
Ans. (a) : For the above given sentence, the correct SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
sentence is option (a). 'There was not enough food in Ans. (b) : The word 'Encouregement' is incorrect
the begger's house' because in this sentence no spelling because the correct spelling is 'Encouragement' which
error. Other options have incorrect spelling. means 'stimulus'.
190. Choose the correct spelling of the underlined The other words are -
word in the given sentence. Environment - atmosphere
We are going on a hiking expidition. Achievement - cognition
Advertisement - advertising
(a) ixpedition (b) expedetion
Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
(c) exhipidition (d) expedition
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I) 197. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(a) Equine (b) Equilateral
Ans. (d) : The correct spelling of the above underlined (c) Equilibrium (d) Equanimity
word is option (d) 'expedition' which means 'a long SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
journey for a special purpose;
Ans. (c) : The word 'Equilebrium' is incorrect because
Other given options are not correct.
the correct spelling is 'Equilibrium' which means
191. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. balance.
(a) Erode (b) Eraser Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(c) Erosion (d) Eratic
198. Select the misspelt word.
SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III (a) Endevour (b) Acknowledge
Ans. (d) : The word 'Eratic' is incorrect because the (c) Individual (d) Auspicious
correct spelling is Erratic which means 'Random'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
Ans. (a) : The misspelt word is “Endevour” and its
192. Select the correctly spelt word. correct spelling is “Endeavour” it means “Try/Effort”
(a) Exploitation (b) Conversatian The remaining options are correct.
(c) Reveneue (d) Pashion Individual - Personal
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I Acknowledge – Betake/admit
Ans. (a) : The correct word 'Exploitation' which means Auspicious - Providential
'Absorption'. The other options are incorrect. 199. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a) (a) Esscalator (b) Sanctity
(c) Automated (d) Refurbish
193. Select the correctly spelt word. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) Entirely (b) Entierely Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word is “Esscalator” and
(c) Entierly (d) Entyrely its correct spelling is “Escalator” it means “moving
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I staircase”.
The remaining options are correct.
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word 'Entirely' is correct
Sanctity - Purity
which means whole/completely. Automated – Working by itself
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). Refurbish – Renovarte
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200. Select the option which is correctly spelt. Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, option (c)
(a) exserssive (b) excesive “Exhibition” is spelt correctly it means
(c) excessive (d) exsesiv “Exposition/Show”
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I) The remaining correctly spelt words–
Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, option (c) affliction- Torment/Agony
“Excessive” spelt correctly it means “Intense” Tuition- Personal/Etching
While the remaining options are incorrectly spelt. violation- Breach/Infraction
Hence option (c) is the correct answer. 207. Select the wrongly spelt word.
201. Select the wrongly spelt word (a) expire (b) explain
(a) Expect (b) Exact (c) expereince (d) except
(c) Excess (d) Exept SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III) Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word is “Expereince” and
Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word is “Exept” and its correct spelling is Experience it means
correct spelling is “Except” it means “Besides”. “Sense/Intubation.
The remaining options are correct. The remaining options are correctly spelt
Expect – Need/Hope Expire - End/Cease
Exact – Appropriate Explain - Decode/Clarify
Excess – Extra/More Except - Besides/Barring
202. Select the wrongly spelt word. 208. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) exprimant (b) occurring
(c) sediment (d) umbrella (a) exploite (b) explode
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) (c) explicit (d) expire
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word is “Exprimant” and
its correct spelling is “Experiment” it means Ans. (a): The wrongly spelt word is “Exploite” and its
'Praxis/Test'. correct spelling is “Exploit” it means “Utilize”
The remaining options are correct. The remaining options are correctly spelt.
Occurring – Happening explicit - Fulminate
Sediment – Silt/Fag explode – Outspoken/Obvious
Umbrella – Brolly/Ciborium expire – End/ Finish
203. Select the misspelled word. 209. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) cautions (b) carriage (a) Examplify (b) Example
(c) explotion (d) descent (c) Exhale (d) Exempt
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : The misspelled word is “Explotion” and its Ans. (a): The wrongly spelt word is “Examplify” and
correct spelling is “Explosion” it means its correct spelling is “Exemplify” it means Illustrate”
“Blast/Eruption” The remaining options are correctly spelt.
The remaining options are correct. Example- Instance
cautions – Warning Exhale- Breathe out
carriage – Transport/Cart Exempt- Excul pated
descent – Touch-down/Landing 210. Select the wrongly spelt word.
204. Select the misspelled word. (a) exchange (b) exercise
(a) separate (b) existance (c) exclaim (d) exite
(c) proceed (d) dependent SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word is “Exite” and its
Ans. (b) : The misspelled word is “Existance” and its correct spelling is “Exit” it means “Egress/Out let”
correct spelling is “Existence” it means “Being/Entity The remaining options are correctly spelt
The remaining options are correct. Exchange – Reciprocation
separate – Distinct/Aloof Exercise – Practice
proceed – Step forward Exclaim – Cry/yell
Dependent – Incumbent 211. Select the wrongly spelt word.
205. Select the correctly spelt word. (a) effigy (b) effort
(a) exilarate (b) exhilerate (c) effect (d) effecient
(c) exilerate (d) exhilarate SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (d): The wrongly spelt word is “Efficient” and its
Ans. (d): Out of the given options, option (d) correct spelling is “Efficient” it means veteran/Versed”
“Exhilarate” is spelt correctly it means The remaining options are correctly spelt.
“Gladden/Delight” Effigy- Mannequin
While the remaining options are incorrectly spelt. Effort- Endeavor/Attempt
Hence option (d) is the correct answer. Effect - Impact
206. Select the correctly spelt word. 212. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) afliction (b) tuetion (a) economy (b) eclipse
(c) exhibition (d) voilation (c) echelon (d) ecsentricity
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Ans. (d): The incorrectly spect word is “Ecsentricity” Ans. (c): The wrongly spelt word is “Elemantery” and
and its correct spelling is “Eccentricity” it means its correct spelling is “Elementary” it means
“Mania/Vagary” “Primary/First”.
The remaining options are correctly spelt. The remaining options are correct spelt.
economy – Finance/Cheap Missionary- Promulgator
eclipse – Obscuration Jewellery- Ornament
echelon – Team/Department Hereditary- Patrimonial
213. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 219. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) diagnosis (b) accumulate (a) emphasis (b) emolument
(c) ecstacy (d) athlete (c) emporium (d) emmision
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c): The incorrectly spelt word is “Ecstacy” and its Ans. (d): The wrongly spelt word is “Emmision” and its
correct spelling is Ecstasy” it means “Bliss/Jubilance” correct spelling is “Emission” it means “Ejections.
The remaining options are correctly spelt.
The remaining options are correctly spelt.
Diagnosis – Pathology
Accumulate – Store/Collect emphasis – Determination/Force
Athlete – Gymnast emolument – Salary/Wage
emporium – Store-house
214. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) acquaintance (b) acquisition 220. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(c) aggregate (d) explaination (a) earn (b) eerie
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) (c) early (d) eagel
Ans. (d): The incorrectly spelt word is “Explaination” SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III)
and its correct “Explanation” it means Interpretation” Ans. (d): The wrongly spelt word is “Eagel” and its
The remaining options are correctly spelt. correct spelling is “Eagle” it means “bird”
Acquaintance – Familiarization The remaining options are correctly spelt.
Acquisition – Advantage/Gain Earn – Gain
Aggregate – Cumulous Eerie – Terrible
215. Select the wrongly spelt word. Early – Ratheripe
(a) Embarrass (b) Embelish 221. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(c) Embody (d) Embrace (a) Experiment (b) Extinct
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) (c) Extempore (d) Expidition
Ans. (b) : The wrongly is “Embelish” and its correct SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
spelling is “Embellish” it means “Adjust”. Ans. (d): The wrongly spelt word is “Expidition” and
The remaining options are correct spelt. its correct spelling is “Expedition” it means
Embarrass – Embroil/entangle “Campaign”
Embody – Incarnate The remaining options are correctly spelt.
Embrace – Hug/Enclasp Experiment–Test
216. Select the correctly spelt word Extinct–Destructed
(a) execption (b) ecseption Extempore – Uncontemplated
(c) exception (d) ecxeption 222. Select the wrongly spelt word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Envioronment (b) Solvent
Ans. (c): Out of the given options, option “Except” is (c) Residual (d) Pollutant
spelt correctly it means “Detraction” SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
While the remaining options are incorrect. Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word is “Envioronment”
Hence options (c) is the correct answer. its correct spelling is “Environment” it means
217. Select the wrongly spelt word. “Atmosphere”.
(a) extract (b) eligible The remaining options are correct spelt.
(c) extension (d) explaination Solvent – Merger
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I) Residual – Remaining
Ans. (d): The wrongly spelt word is “Explaination” and Pollutant – Substance that pollutes
its correct spelling is “Explanation” it means 223. Select the wrongly spelt word.
“Interpretation” (a) Embarassment (b) Announcement
The remaining options are correctly spelt. (c) Resettlement (d) Undergarment
Extract- Quotation SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Eligible- Able/Deserving Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word is “Embarassment”
its correct spelling is “Embarrassment” it means
Extension- Enhancement/Growth
“Anxiety/Turmoil”
218. Select the wrongly spelt word. The remaining options are correctly spelt.
(a) missionary (b) jewellery Announcement – Declaration
(c) elementery (d) hereditary Resettlement – Rehabilitation
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III) Undergarment – Inner clothes
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224. In the following question, a word has been Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option “Existence”
written in four different ways out of which only is spelt correctly it means “Entity/Being”
one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt While the remaining options are incorrect.
word. Bachelor – Celibate
(a) Eighth (b) Eaight Calendar – Almanack
(c) Aight (d) Eihght Antidote – Prohibitor
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I) 231. Choose the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (a): Out of the given options, option (a) “Eighth” (a) Anthusiasm (b) Enthusiesm
is spelt correctly it means “Eight is a sequence” (c) Enthusiasm (d) Entheusiasm
While the remaining options are incorrect. SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Hence option (a) is the correct answer. Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, option
225. Select the correctly spelt word. “Enthusiasm” is spelt correctly it means
(a) Engineer (b) Ingineer “Zeal/Rapture”.
(c) Injineer (d) Enginere While the remaining options are incorrect.
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) Hence option (c) is the correct aswer.
Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, option (a) 232. Select the correctly spelt word.
“Engineer” spelt correctly it means “Machinist” (a) Ettiquete (b) Etiquete
While the remaining options are incorrect. (c) Etiquette (d) Ettiquette
Hence options (a) is the correct answer. SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, option (c)
226. Choose the correctly spelt word.
(a) Axhilarate (b) Exhilarate “Etiquette” is spelt correctly it means
“Manners/Decorum”.
(c) Axilarate (d) Exilarate
While the remaining options are incorrect. Hence
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) option (c) is the correct answer.
Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b)
233. Select the correctly spelt word.
“Exhilarate” is spelt correctly it means "Delight/cheer" (a) Exhoustive (b) Exaustive
While the remaining options are incorrect. (c) Exhostive (d) Exhaustive
Hence options (a) is the correct answer. SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I)
227. Choose the correctly spelt word. Ans. (d) : Out of the given options, option (d)
(a) Peirce (b) Indevidual “Exhaustive” spelt correctly. It means “Entire/Overall”
(c) Extract (d) Luxeuries While the remaining options are incorrect.
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I) Hence options (d) is the correct answer.
Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, option “Extract” is 234. Select the correctly spelt word.
spelt correctly it means “Quotation”. (a) Essentail (b) Essencial
While the remaining options are incorrect. (c) Essential (d) Essensial
Pierce –Enter/Perforate SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Individual – Personal Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, option (c)
Luxuries – The state of great comfort “Essential” is spelt correctly it means “Necessary”.
228. Choose the correctly spelt word. While the remaining options are incorrect.
(a) Extravagant (b) Extrawagant Hence options (c) is the correct answer.
(c) Extravagent (d) Extrevagant 235. Select the correctly spelt word.
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) (a) Elimantry (b) Elementary
Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, option (a) (c) Elemantry (d) Elimentary
“Extravagant” is spelt correctly. It means SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III)
“Superfluous” Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b)
While the remaining options are incorrect. “Elementary” is spelt correctly it means “Primary”.
Hence option (b) is the correct answer. While the remaining options are incorrect.
Hence options (b) is the correct answer.
229. Choose the correctly spelt word.
236. Choose the correctly spelt word.
(a) Allert (b) Excead
(a) Explanation (b) Submision
(c) Emphasize (d) Equipped (c) Conquor (d) Confidense
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : Out of the given options, options Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, option (a)
“Equipped” is spelt correctly it means “Furnished”. “Explanation” is spelt correctly it means
While the remaining options are incorrect. “Interpretation”
Alert – Warning While the remaining options are incorrect.
Exceed – Outreach Submission - Presentment
Conquer - Win/Vanquish
Emphasize – Intone
Confidence - Assuredness
230. Choose the correctly spelt word. 237. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Bachelar (b) Existence (a) Energancy (b) Emergency
(c) Calender (d) Antedote (c) Emeregency (d) Emargency
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Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b) Ans. (d) : The correct spelling 'fifty and Police' are used
“Emergency” is spelt correctly it means “Exigency” in the sentence (d). While the remaining sentences have
While the remaining options are incorrect. incorrect spelling.
Hence option (b) is the correct answer. The correct sentence will be-
238. Select the correctly spelt word. Fifty people have been taken into police custody.
(a) Exaggeration (b) Exageration Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(c) Exeggeration (d) Exaggaration 243. Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) Practical (b) Glowing
Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, option (a) (c) Released (d) Frighter
“Exaggeration” is spelt correctly it means
“Hyperbole”. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
While the remaining options are incorrect. Ans. (d) : In the above options, option (d) "Fraighter"
Hence options (a) is the correct answer. spelt incorrectly. Hence its correct spelling is "frighter".
239. Select the correctly spelt word. Other options are spelt correctly.
(a) Embarrasment (b) Mebassassmment 244. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(c) Embarrassment (d) Embarassment (a) Segregation (b) Jingoistic
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Fecilitation (d) Resplendent
Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, option (c) SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
“Embarrassment” is spelt correctly it means Ans. (c) : The word 'Fecilitation' is incorrect because
“Anxiety/Trepidation”. the correct spelling is 'Facilitation' which means to
While the remaining options are incorrect. make esay.
Hence option (c) is the correct answer.
The other words are -
Segregation - Detachment
F Jingoistic - patriotism
240. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Resplendent - Shiny
(a) Philosophy (b) Horrendous Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(c) Passive (d) Farmaceutical 245. Select the misspelt word :
SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III) (a) intrigue (b) foreiner
Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is – (c) summon (d) conjure
Farmaceutical. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
The correct word is – 'Pharmaceutical' which means– Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b)
relating to pharmacy. “Foreiner” is spelt incorrectly and its correct spelling is
The meaning of other words is– “Foreigner” it means “Gringo/Alien”
Philosophy :- Any personal belief about how to live or Intrigue – Cabal/ Conspiracy
how to deal with a situation. Summon - Convene
Horrendous :- awful, dreadful. Conjure – Enchant
Passive :- inactive. 246. Select the misspelt word.
241. Select the wrongly spelt word. (a) florish (b) approach
(c) partner (d) slander
(a) Invulnerable (b) Intrepid
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(c) Litigation (d) Fortuous
Ans. (a) : The misspelt word is “Florish” and its
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I) correct spelling is “Flourish” it means “Effloresce”.
Ans. (d) : In the above options, option (d) ''Fortuous'' is The remaining options are correct.
wrongly spelt its correct spelling is 'Fortes' (stroby Approach – Views/Access
point) other option are correctly spelt. Partner – Fellow/Comrade
242. Select the option that corrects the incorrectly Slander – Infamy
spelt words in the given sentence. 247. Select the word with the correct spelling.
Fifty people have been taken into polise (a) favouret (b) favourite
custoudy. (c) favourate (d) favoirite
(a) Fivety people have been taken into polise SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
costody. Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b)
(b) Fiffty people have been taken into polis “Favourite” is spelt correctly it means “Pleasing”
custoudy. While the remaining options are incorrect.
(c) Fifity people have been taken into police Hence option (b) is the correct answer.
custoudy. 248. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(d) Fifty people have been taken into police (a) fascination (b) fashion
custody. (c) fascism (d) fastedious
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Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word “Fastedious” and its 255. Choose the correctly spelt word.
correct spelling is “Fastidious” it means “Touchy” (a) Foreign (b) Eddition
The remaining options are correct. (c) Forrward (d) Enfluence
fascism - Nazism SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III)
fashion – Style/Twig Ans. (a) : Out of the options, option (a) “Foreign” is
fascination – Spell/Glamor spelt correctly it means “outside”
249. Select the correctly spelt word. The remaining options are incorrect.
(a) fourtyeth (b) fourtieth Edition- Accomplishment
(c) fortieth forward- forth/Onward
(d) fortyth Influence – Effect/Impact
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I) 256. Choose the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (c): Out of the given options, option (c) (a) Financialy (b) Financially
“Fortieth” is spelt correctly it means “forty in number” (c) Finantially (d) Finencially
While the remaining options are incorrect SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Hence option (c) is the correct answer. Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b)
“Financially” is spelt correctly it means “Peculiarly”
250. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. While the remaining options are incorrect.
(a) generous (b) malicious Hence option (b) is the correct answer.
(c) victorious (d) fallicious
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) 257. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Feudal (b) Feudel
Ans. (d): The incorrectly spelt word is “Fallicious” and (c) Fuedal (d) Fudal
its correct spelling is “Fallacious” it means SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I)
“wrong/Incorrect”. Ans. (a) : Out of the options, option (a) “Feudal” is
The remaining options are correct. spelt correctly it means “Feudatory”
Generous – Liberal While the remaining options are incorrect.
Malicious – Malevolent/Spiteful Hence options (a) is the correct answer.
Victorious – Winner
258. Select the correctly spelt word.
251. Select the wrongly spelt word. (a) Foriegn (b) Foaurth
(a) Fourtieth (b) Seventeenth (c) February (d) Foward
(c) Fifteenth (d) Fourteenth SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, options (c)
Ans. (a): The wrongly spelt word is “Fourtieth” and its “February” is spelt correctly.
correct spelling is “Fortieth” it means “forty in number” While the remaining options are incorrect.
The remaining options are correct. Foreign - Outward
Hence option (a) is the correct. Fourth - Four in number
252. Select the correctly spelt word. Forward - Onward
(a) February (b) Janury
(c) Octuber (d) Novamber
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
G
Ans. (a): Out of the given options, option (a) 259. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the
“February” is spelt correctly while remaining options given sentence.
are incorrect. the gathering of gliterring dignitaries, sat in
Hence option (a) is the correct answer. their assigned rows and joked with vegetarian
253. Select the wrongly spelt word. Brahmin apprentices.
(a) Flower (b) Flour (a) gliterring (b) assigned
(c) Flevor (d) Floor (c) apprentices (d) beggars
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word is “Flevor” and its Ans. (a) : In the above sentence, the incorrectly spelt
correct spelling is “Flavour” it means “Guatatory”. word is ‘gliterring’, the correct spelling is ‘glittering;
The remaining options are correct. Hence option (a) is the correct answer .
Flower - Bloom 260. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Flour - Farina (a) Giant (b) Girdle
Floor – Ground part of a building
254. Select the wrongly spelt word. (c) Gingar (d) Giggle
(a) Awfully (b) Unduly SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
(c) Faithfuly (d) Unruly Ans. (c) : The word 'Gingar' is incorrect because the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) correct spelling 'Ginger'.
Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word is “ Fathfuly” and its The other options are -
correct spelling “faithfully” it means “Sincerely” Giant - Gigantic
The remaining options are correct
Awfully – Fearfully Girdle - waistband
Unduly – Extremely Giggle - Grin
Unruly – Rampant Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
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261. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 267. Select the correct spelt word.
(a) Guide (b) Guard (a) gayety (b) gaiety
(c) Geilty (d) Global (c) gaity (d) gaeity
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (b): Out of the given options option (b) Gaiety”
Ans. (c) : The word 'Geilty' is incorrect because the spelt correctly. It means “Enjoyment/Joy”
correct spelling is 'Guilty'. Which means vicious. While the remaining options are incorrect.
The other words are - Hence options (b) is the correct answer.
Guide - pilot 268. Select the correctly spelt word.
Guard - watchman (a) genuine (b) genaral
Global - universal (c) guillty (d) generus
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II)
262. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Ans. (a): Out of the given options, option (a) “genuine”
(a) Ground (b) Grind is spelt correctly. It means “Real/Actual”
(c) Greive (d) Groan The remaining options are incorrect.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I) General – Usual
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is “Greive” and its Guilty – Vicious
correct spelling “Grieve” it means “Mourn” Generous – Liberal
While the remaining options are correct. 269. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Ground – Land (a) glory (b) goggles
Grind – Chafe (c) gobbel (d) global
Groan – Moan SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
263. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word is “Gobbel” and its
(a) Reliant (b) Eliminate correct spelling is “Gobble” it means “Gormandize”
(c) Gluton (d) Allergy The remaining options are correct.
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) Glory – Majesty/Prestige
Ans. (c): The wrongly spelt word is “Gluton” and its Goggles – Spectacles
correct spelling is “Glutton” it means “Gourmand”. Global – Universal
While the remaining options are correct. 270. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Reliant – Trustful (a) Gallop (b) Gallary
Eliminate – Dismiss (c) Galley (d) Gallant
Allergy – Announce SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I)
264. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is “Gallary” and
(a) gadget (b) galaxy correct spelling is “Gallery” it means “Corridor”
(c) gaiety (d) gallary The remaining options are correct.
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) Gallop- Running/Pace
Ans. (d): The incorrectly spelt word “Gallary” and its Galley – Long-ship
correct spelling is Gallery” it means “Corridor” Gallant – Brave/Heroic
The remaining options are correct. 271. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Gadget – Device (a) Allegation (b) Disapprove
Galaxy – A system of millions stars (c) Permanent (d) Grammer
Gaiety – Enjoyment SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
265. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is “Grammer”
(a) miscellaneous (b) gregerious and its correct spelling is “Grammar”
(c) hilarious (d) multifarious The remaining options are correct.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) Allegation – Accusation
Ans. (b): The incorrectly spelt word “Gregerious” and Disapprove – Reject/Deny
its correct spelling is “Gregarious”. Permanent – Durable/Lasting
The remaining options are correct. 272. In the following question, a word has been
hilarious – Jubilant/Jolly written in four different ways out of which only
multifarious – Diverse one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt
miscellaneous – Diverse word.
266. Select the correctly spelt word. (a) Grammatoical (b) Grammatical
(a) genuine (b) genwin (c) Grammetical (d) Garammatical
(c) genuin (d) genune SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b)
Ans. (a): Out of the given options, option (a) “Grammatical” is spelt correctly it means “Related to
“Genuine” is spelt correctly it means “Real/Actual” grammar”
While the remaining option are incorrect. While the remaining options are incorrect.
Hence option (a) is the correct answer. Hence options (b) is the correct answer.
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273. In the following question, a word has been 279. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
written in four different ways out of which only (a) Seasonal (b) Hygeinic
one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt (c) Gymnastic (d) Celestial
word. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) Grammar (b) Grammer Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
(c) Grammured (d) Grammor option is (b) 'Hygeinic' The correctly spelt word is –
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I) 'Hygienic' which means – 'clean' without the bacteria
Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, option (a) that cause disease.'
“Grammar” is spelt correctly. The other options are correctly spelt–
While the remaining options are incorrect. Seasonal – Topical,
Hence option (a) is the correct answer. Gymnastic – Athletics,
274. Choose the correctly spelt word. Celestial – Astronomic,
(a) Genuine (b) Geniune Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
(c) Ganuine (d) Jenuine 280. Select the wrongly spelt word.
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) (a) hazard (b) hazy
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given (c) hasitate (d) hasty
options is (a) 'Genuine' which means- 'real; true; SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
The other options are not correctly spelt. Ans. (c) : The Wrongly spelt word from the given
Thus, the correct answer is option (a)'. options is (c) 'Hasitate' The correctly spelt word is –
275. Select the correctly spelt word. 'Hesitate' which means – 'not want to do something
(a) Gratefull (b) Greatfull because you are not sure that it is right or wrong.'
(c) Greatful (d) Grateful The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) Hazard - Danger
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given Hazy – Misty
options (d) 'Grateful' which means- 'feeling or Hasty – Restless
showing thanks to somebody.' Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
The other options are not correctly spelt.
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). 281. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) humour (b) homage
(c) hoarse (d) hinderence
H SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
276. Select the wrongly spelt word Ans. (d): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
(a) gauche (b) fallacious options is (d) 'Hinderence' The correctly spelt word is
(c) erudite (d) harange 'Hindrance' which means – 'a person or thing that makes
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) it difficult to do something.' (obstacle)
The other options are correctly spelt-
Ans. (d) : For the above options, option (d) 'harange' is Humour – Jocosity
wrongly spelt its correct spelling is 'harangue'. Other Homage – Tribute
options are correct. Hoarse – Gruff
277. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(a) Horror (b) Hostil 282. Select the correctly spelt word.
(c) Hospital (d) Huddle (a) humillated (b) humilated
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II (c) humelated (d) humiliated
Ans. (b) : The word 'Hostil' is incorrect because the SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
correct spelling is 'Hostile' which means 'Enemy'. Ans. (d): The correctly spelt word from the given
The other words are - options is (d) 'Humiliated' which means- 'to make
Horror - phobia somebody feel very embarrassed.'
Hospital - clinic The other options are incorrectly spelt.
Huddle - mass / Throng Thus, the correct answer in option (d).
Thus, the correct answer is options (b). 283. Select the wrongly spelt word.
278. Select the incorrectly spelt word. (a) Tranquility (b) Conscientious
(a) Resolute (b) Hautily (c) Hinderance (d) Quarrelled
(c) Discussion (d) Evidence SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word from the given
Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (b) optins is (c) 'Hinderance' The correctly spelt word is
'Hautily' and the correctly spelt word is 'Haughtily'
'hindrance' which means – 'a person or thing that
which means- 'unfriendly way and seeming to consider
yourself better than other people'. (Proudly) makes difficult to do something; (obstacle) The other
The other options are correctly spelt. options are correctly spelt –
Resolute – Determined, Tranquility- Serenity
Discussion – Debate, Conscientious – Honest
Evidence – Witness, Quarrelled – Brabble
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
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284. Select the wrongly spelt word. Meaning of other options–
(a) Homoepathy (b) Naturopathy Supply – Provide,
(c) Allopathy (d) Telepathy Optical – Ocular,
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III) Cares – Concern,
Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word from the given 290. Parts of the following sentence have been
options is (a) ' Homoepathy' and the correctly spelt underlined and given as options. Select the
word is 'Homeopathy'. option that contains a spelling error.
The other options are correctly spelt-
If more is desired than the instantanious
Naturopathy – Natural medicine
impact on the mind, the advertising value of
Allopathy – Heteropathy
the poster falls sharply, within limits of outdoor
Telepathy – senses communication
publicity, however it is at present unchallenged.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
(a) unchallenged (b) instantanious
285. In the following question, a word has been
(c) advertising (d) desired
written in four different ways out of which only
one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
word. Ans. (b) : The underlined parts of the above given
(a) Heinious (b) Heinies sentence 'instantanious' are incorrectly spelt. The
(c) Heinous (d) Hienous correctly spelt word is 'instantaneous' which means-
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I) 'quickly or prompt.'
Ans. (c) The correctly spelt word from the given Other options are correctly spelt.
options is (c) 'Heinous' which means- 'a person or 291. Select the correct spelling of the underlined
wrongful act, especially a crim. The other options are word in the given sentence.
incorrectly spelt. Incidently, I happened to bump into my
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). childhood friend at the airport yesterday.
286. Select the correctly spelt word. (a) Incidentaly (b) Incidentally
(a) Hijean (b) Higiene (c) Incidantly (d) Incidantally
(c) Hygene (d) Hygiene SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (b) : Option (b) Incidentally – (Desire To say
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given more on a topic or transition into a new subject ) is the
options is (d) 'Hygiene' which means– 'Sanitation' correct spelling of the underlined word in the given
The other options are incorrectly spelt. sentence. Have option (b) is found to have contained
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). immaculate spelling.
287. Choose the correctly spelt word. 292. Parts of the following sentence have been given
(a) Hotiness (b) Haughtyness as options. Select the option that contains an
(c) Haughtiness (d) Hautiness error.
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
You need to acknowledge the itinary and
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given accommodation details of your journey as per
options is (c) 'Haughtiness' which means – 'the the given calendar.
appearance of quality of being arrogantly.' (Pride) (a) acknowledge (b) itinary
The other options are not correctly spelt.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). (c) calendar (d) accommodation
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
288. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Hiearchy (b) Hierarky Ans. (b) : All the above given option are correct except
(c) Hierarchy (d) Hirarchy option (b) 'itinary'. The correctly spelt word is 'itinerary'
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III) which means –'a detailed plan or route of a journey;
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given Other options are correctly spelt.
options is (c) 'Hierarchy' which means – 'a system or 293. Select the incorrectly spelt word form the given
organization that has many levels from the lowest to sentence.
the highest'. The city had a hundred thousand inhabitents-
The other options are incorrectly spelt. some think double as many.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(a) Thousand (b) Hundred
(c) Double (d) Inhabitents
I SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV)
289. Choose the incorrectly spelt word. Ans. (d) : In the given sentence, Inhabitants has been
(a) insigt (b) Supply incorrectly spelt Its correct spelling will be – Inhabitants
(c) Optical (d) Cares – A person who occupies a particular place regularly,
SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I) routinely
Ans. (a) : All the above given options are incorrectly Correct sentence
spelt except option (a) ‘insigt’. The correctly spelt word The city had a hundred thousand inhabitants some think
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294. Select the wrongly spelt word 301. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Innocuous (b) Ingenous (a) Influnce (b) Influence
(c) Inimical (d) Invulnerable (c) Influance (d) Influennce
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : (b) In the above options, option (b) 'Ingenous' Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word 'Influence' which
is wrongly spelt its correct spelling is 'Ingenious'. Other means 'impact'. The other options are incorrect.
option are correct. Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
295. Choose the sentence with no spelling error.
302. From among the words given in bold, select the
(a) I take this issue very serisly incorrectly spelt word in the following
(b) I take this issue vary seriusly sentence.
(c) I take this issue very seriously And more than the muggings, the waiting to be
(d) I take this isue very seriously muggged, fearing the dark that transformed
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) shoddy innocous side streets into giant fangs
Ans. (c) : For the above options, option (c) I take this crouching, springing to demolish this one last
issue very seriously is correct sentence. Whereas in reminder.
other options have spelling mistakes. (a) shoddy (b) innocous
296. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (c) demolish (d) crouching
(a) Inaffectual (b) Authentic SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
(c) Authority (d) Illegitimate Ans. (b) : The word 'Innocous' is incorrect because the
SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV) correct spelling is 'Innocuous' which means unharmed.
Ans. (a) : In the above options, option (a) 'Inaffectual' is The other words are -
wrongly spelt. Its correct spelling is 'Inffectual'. Other Shoddy - insignificant
options are correct. Demolish - Bring down
297. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Crouching - Bend
(a) Imaculate (b) Impediment Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
(c) Immense (d) Immature 303. In the following question, four words have been
SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II given out of which one word is incorrectly
Ans. (a) : The word 'Imaculate' is incorrect because the spelt. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
correct spelling is 'Immaculate' which means 'pure'. (a) Irreprassible (b) Irrefutable
Impediment - hindrance (c) Irrevocable (d) Irresistible
Immense - Gigantic SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Immature - undeveloped Ans. (a): The incorrectly spelt word is option (a)
'Irreprassible' The correctly spelt word is 'Irrepressible'
298. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. which means – 'Stable/Stagnant'
(a) Accommodate (b) Intregue The other options are correctly spelt-
(c) Unique (d) Quarantine Irrefutable – Undeniable
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II Irrevocable – Unaltered'
Ans. (b) : The word 'Intregue' is incorrect because the Irresistible – Tireless
correct spelling is 'Intrigue' it means 'cabal'. Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
The other words are - 304. Identify the word that is misspelt.
Accommodate - Adapt (a) Immediate (b) Inosense
Unique - peerless (c) Special (d) Irrelevant
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
Quarantine - Isolation.
Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
299. Select the correctly spelt word. options is (b) 'Inosense' The correctly spelt word is –
(a) Innability (b) Inabilty 'Innocence' which means– 'the fact of not being guilty
(c) Inability (d) Inablity of a crime, (Guiltlessness)'.
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I The other options are correctly spelt –
Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, only 'Inability' is Immediate – Instant
spelt correctly. While other option are incorrect. Special – Peculiar
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). Irrelevant – absurd
300. Select the correctly spelt word. Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
(a) Institute (b) Insitute 305. Select the misspelled word.
(c) Instute (d) Insetute (a) irritible (b) enmity
(c) gallery (d) earnest
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, only 'Institute' is Ans. (a) : The misspelt word is option (a) 'Irritible'
spelt correctly. It means 'organization'. The correctly spelt word is ' Irritable' which means-
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). 'Fastidious'.
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The other options are correctly spelt- Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (b)
Enmity – Hostility 'Imigration.' the correctly spelt word is 'Immigration'
Gallery – Aisle which means – 'the process of coming to live
Earnest – Honest permanently in a country that is not your own.'
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). The other options are correctly spelt –
306. Select the misspelled word. Inadvertent – Heedless
(a) immediately (b) virtually Unsurpassable – Unique,
(c) infinitly (d) eventually Equivalent – Equal / Compeer
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (c) 311. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
'Infinitly' (a) Appreciation (b) Escalation
The correctly spelt word is 'Infinitely' which means – (c) Irritable (d) Irational
'very much'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)
The other options are correctly spelt – Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt is option (d) 'Irational'
Immediately – Quick the correctly spelt word is 'Irrotional' which means-
Virtually – Realy 'not based on reason or clear thought.'
Eventually –Lastly The correctly spelt options are-
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Appreciation – Gratitude,
307. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Escalation – Exacerbation
(a) equipment (b) paraphernalia Irritable – Jumpy
(c) apparatus (d) impliments Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) 312. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (d) (a) implicatted (b) pressurised
'Impliments'. (c) coercion (d) suppression
The correctly spelt word is 'Implements' which means SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)
– 'Tools/goods'. Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (a)
The other options are correctly spelt – 'Implicatted' The correctly spelt word is 'Implicated'
Equipment – Appliance which means – 'Decoy/Draw in'
Paraphernalia – Equipment The other options are correctly spelt –
Apparatus – stuff Pressurised – compressed
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Coercion – Outrage/Rape
308. Select the wrongly spelt word. Suppression – Subjugation
(a) Inefficent (b) Independence Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
(c) Influence (d) Inequality 313. Select the wrongly spelt word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Interfear (b) Electorate
Ans. (a): The incorrectly spelt word is option (a) (c) Acrimony (d) Selection
'Inefficent'. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
The correcttly spelt word is 'Inefficient' which means- Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word is option (a)
'Interfear;
'not working or producing results in the best way.' The correctly spelt word is 'Interfere' which means- 'to
The other options are correctly spelt – prevent something from succeeding.' (Intervene)
Independence – Freedom The other options are correctly spelt-
Influence – Impact Electorate – Constituency
Inequality – Inconformity Acrimony – sance
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). Selection – choice
309. Select the word with the correct spelling. Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
(a) Impresionable (b) Propencity 314. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(c) Impeccable (d) Suceptible (a) Irregular (b) Irradicate
(c) Irreverent (d) Irrational
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given Ans. (b) : The incrrectly spelt word is option (b)
option is (c) 'Impeccable' which means- 'without any 'Irradicate'
mistakes (Errorless).' The correctly spelt word is 'Eradicate' which means –
The other correct options are – 'to destroy or get rid of something completely.'
Impressionable – affectable, The other options are correctly spelt –
propensity – Tendency Irregular – Desultory
Susceptible – Emotional Irreverent – Degrading
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Irrational – Inanimate
Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
310. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 315. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Inadvertent (b) Imigration (a) Irritable (b) Irrilegious
(c) Unsurpassable (d) Equivalent (c) Irrigate (d) Irrelevant
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Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (b) Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given
'Irrilegious'. options is (d) 'Inquisitive' which means – 'too
The correctly spelt word is 'Irreligious' which means- interested in finding out, about what other people are
'indifferent or hostile to religion.' (Atheist) doing' (Curious)
The other options are correctly spelt- The other options are incorrectly spelt.
Irritable – jittery Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
Irrigate – Sparge/water 321. Select the correctly spelt word.
Irrelevant – Extraneous (a) Individual (b) Indivisual
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (c) Indevidual (d) Indeviduel
316. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) Separate (b) Symphony Ans. (a): The correctly spelt word from the given
(c) Marriage (d) Intriging options is (a) 'Individual' which means – 'considered
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II) separately rather than as part of a group.' (Personal)
Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given The other options are incorrectly spelt.
options is (d) 'Intriging' The correct spelling is Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
'Intriguing' which means – 'to make some body very 322. Select the correctly spelt word.
interested and wanting to know more.' (Attractive) (a) Infrastracture (b) Infrastructure
The other options are correctly spelt- (c) Imfrastructure (d) Infrastructur
Separate – Distinct SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I)
Symphony – Harmony Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given
Marriage – Nuptials options is (b) 'Infrastructure' which means – 'the basic
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). systems and services that are necessary for a country
317. Select the correctly spelt word. or an organization.'
(a) Intention (b) Transishion The other options are incorrectly spelt.
(c) Fassion (d) Injecshun Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word is option (a) J
'Intention' which means – 'what somebody intends or
means to do; (motive)'. 323. Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
The other correct options are – (a) Helpful (b) Energetic
Transition – Epidemic, (c) Juorney (d) Possible
Fashion – Twig, SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
Injection – The act of inject Ans. (c) : The most appropriate answer is option (c)
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). because the incorrectly spelt word is 'Journey' The
318. Select the correctly spelt word. correct spelt word 'Journey' which means 'travel'.
(a) Independent (b) Independant 324. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(c) Indipendent (d) Indepindent (a) jumble (b) junior
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) journy (d) jovial
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
option is (a) 'Independent' which means – 'free from Ans. (c): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
and not controlled by another person, country etc. option is (c) 'Journy' The correctly spelt word is
The other options are not correctly spelt. 'Journey' which means – 'Travel'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). The other options are correctly spelt-
319. Choose the correctly spelt word. Jumble - Chaos,
(a) Exausted (b) Intelligent Junior – Inferiar,
(c) Equaly (d) Amigrate Jovial – Glad/Happy
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word is option (b) 325. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
'Intelligent' which means – 'having or showing the (a) Luxury (b) Jugler
ability to understand.' (wise) (c) Boundary (d) Elementary
The other correct options are – SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Exhausted – tired, Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
Equally – Uniformly, option is (b) 'Jugler' The correctly spelt is 'Juggler'
Emigrate – Migrate which means– 'Sorcerer / Warlock'
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). The other options are correctly spelt –
320. Select the correctly spelt word. Luxury – Pleasure,
(a) Inqusitive (b) Inqustive Boundary – Limit/Range,
(c) Inqisitive (d) Inquisitive Elementary – Primitive
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
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326. Select the incorrectly spelt word. 331. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(a) Jelous (b) Labour (a) Rogue (b) Blunt
(c) Leisure (d) Measure (c) Knak (d) Dull
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
opions is (a) 'Jelous'. The correctly spelt word is options is (c) 'knak'. The correctly spelt word is 'knack'
'Jealous' which means- 'Envious, Green-eyed' which means – 'skill or ability to do something difficult
The other options are correctly spelt- that you gave naturally or you can learn.' (Habit)
Labour – Exertion, The other options are correctly spelt-
Leisure – Vacation, Rogue – Cunning,
Measure – Gauge Blunt – Obtuse,
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Dull – Sluggard
327. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(a) Endurance (b) Elite
(c) Juniar (d) Tolerance L
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word form the given 332. Parts of the following sentence have been
options is (c) 'juniar'. The correctly spelt word is 'junior' underlined and given as options. Select the
which means – 'having a low or lower position in an option that contains a spelling error.
organization.' Most hobbies are to some extent constructive,
The other options are correctly spelt- but that they may be useful is of secondary
Endurance – Hardiment, significance, and that they may be lucreative is
Elite – Noble, a minor consideration.
Tolerance – Patience (a) constructive (b) consideration
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). (c) significance (d) lucreative
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
K Ans. (d) : In the above given underlined words are
correct except the word in option (d) 'Lucreative'
328. Choose the correctly spelt word. because the correct spelt is 'Lucrative' which means
(a) knowledge (b) Patner 'Profitable.'
(c) Lisence (d) Neice Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) 333. Select the option with the correct spelling that
Ans. (a) : The correctly spalt word is option (a) can replace the underlined word in the given
'Knowledge' which means – 'Understanding or skill sentence.
gained by experience.' Kasturi acts as a liason between patients and
The other correct options are – staff.
Partner – Fellow, (a) liaisan (b) laision
Licence – Rights, (c) liaison (d) liaision
Niece – The daughter of your brothre or sister,
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
329. Select the correctly spelt word. Ans. (c) : The underlined word 'liaison' is
(a) Knowlege (b) Knowledge incorrectly spelt. The correctly spelt word is option (c)
'liaison' which means ' a communication between two or
(c) Knoledge (d) Knowdedg more people or groups that together;
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I)
The other options are incorrectly spelt.
Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word is option (b)
'knowledge' which means – 'Understanding or skill 334. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
gained by experience.' (a) Judicial (b) Zealous
The other options are incorrectly spelt- (c) laxuryous (d) Innocent
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III
330. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Ans. (c) : 'Laxuryous' is incorrect because the correct
(a) Knav (b) Stop spelling is 'Luxurious' which means 'Epicure'.
(c) Eager (d) Leisure The other words are-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) Judicial – Juridical, Zealous – enthusiastic, Innocent –
gullible, Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
options is (a) 'knav'. The correctly spelt word is 'knave' 335. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(a) Licenced (b) Aesthetic
which means – ' a dishonest or shifty man'. (c) Haphazard (d) Chandelier
The other options are correctly spelt- SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Stop – Gorge, Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
Eager – Intent, options is (a) 'Licenced'. The correctly spelt word is
Leisure – Recess 'Licensed' which means – 'to give someone official
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). permission to do or have something.'
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The other options are correctly spelt- 341. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Haphazard – Disorganized, (a) Syllabi (b) Aggravate
Aesthetic – Elegant, (c) Zoologist (d) Luxurient
Chandelier – Pendant SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
336. Select the wrongly spelt word. option is (d) 'Luxurient'. The correctly spelt word is –
(a) boundary (b) olfactory 'Luxuriant' which means – 'Joyful/Copious'.
(c) elementary (d) laboratary The other options are correctly spelt–
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) Syllabi – Briefs,
Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given Aggravate – Provoke,
options is (d) 'Laboratary'. The correctly spelt word is Zoologist –a person who scientifically studies animals,
'Laboratory' which means – 'a room or building that is Thus, the correct answer is option (d),
used for scientific research, testing, experiments etc.' 342. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
The other options are correctly spelt- (a) Liason (b) Magisterial
Boundary – Extent, (c) Maintain (d) Jurist
Olfactory – Aromatic, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Elementary –seminal Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). option is (a) 'Liason'. The correctly spelt word is
337. Select the correctly spelt word. 'Liaison' which means- ' communication between two
(a) Roberry (b) Leisure or more people or groups that work together'.
(c) Restaurent (d) Meazure The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) Magisterial – Judicial,
Ans. (b): The correctly spelt word from the given Maintain – Preserve,
options is (b) 'Leisure' which means- 'the time when ' jurist – a person who is an expert in law,
you do not have to work; free time.' Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
The other options are incorrectly spelt, the correctly 343. In the following question, a word has been
spelt word is –
Robbery- Mugging, written in four different ways out of which only
Restaurant – Mess, one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt
Measure – Scale, word.
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (a) Livaeble (b) Lieivable
(c) Livable (d) Liveble
338. Select the correctly spelt word. SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
(a) luxery (b) luxry
(c) lugzury (d) luxury Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) optins is (c) 'Livable' wich means – 'Suitable to live in.'
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given The other options are not correctly spelt.
options is (d) 'Luxury' which means 'a very hence, the correct answer is option (c).
comfortable and enjoyable situation.' 344. Select the correctly spelt word.
The other options are incorrectly spelt. (a) Luminescent (b) Luminscent
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). (c) Luminscent (d) Luminascent
339. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) laboratery (b) labour Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given
(c) lantern (d) literature options is (a) 'Luminescent' which means – 'emission
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) of light by certain materials when they are relatively
Ans. (a): The incorrectly spelt word from the given cool.
options is (a) 'Laboratery'. The correctly spelt word is The other options are incorrectly spelt.
'laboratory' which means – 'a room or building that is Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
used for scientific research, testing, experiments etc.' 345. Select the correctly spelt word.
The other options are correctly spelt- (a) Lubrisent (b) Lubricant
Labour – Effort, Lantern – Taillight, Literature – Letter, (c) Bubrecant (d) Lubricent
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
340. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given
(a) Palliative (b) Representative options is (b) 'Lubricant' which means – ' a substance
(c) Lucretive (d) Productive (such as grease) capable of reducing friction, heat. and
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III) wear.'
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given The other options are incorrectly spelt.
options is (c) 'Lucretive'. The correctly spelt word is Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
'Lucrative' which means – 'allowing somebody to earn
a lot of money.'
The other options are correctly spelt-
M
Palliative – Abator, 346. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Representative – Delegate, (a) Spiteful (b) Rotational
Productive – Fertile (c) Magnificient (d) Debatable
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (c) : Among the given options, option (c) 352. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Magnificient is incorrectly spelt. It's correct spelling is (a) Hover (b) Monark
'Magnificent' (Splendid). (c) Adorn (d) Dreary
Meaning of the other options- SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
Spiteful - Malicious Ans. (b) : The word 'Monark' is incorrect because the
Rotational - Circulating correct spelling is 'Monarch' it means 'king'.
Debatable - Disputable The other words are -
347. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Hover - Haunt
(a) Anticipate (b) Calculate Adorn - Decorate
(c) Menipulate (d) Instigate Dreary - Deserted
SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III) Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Ans. (c) : 'Menipulate' is the incorrectly spelt word 353. Select the correctly spelt word.
'Manipulate' is the correct word which means :- (a) Maintenance (b) Refree
influence or control shrewdly or deviously. (c) Restaraunt (d) Millienum
Hence options (c) is correct answer. SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
348. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt world. Ans. (a) : Out of the given options only 'Maintenance'
(a) Naturally (b) Laundry which means 'conservation'.
(c) Maintenance (d) Jeweller The other words are -
SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II) Referee - umpire
Ans. (c) : In the given options, The spelling of Restaurant - porterhouse
'Maintainace' is incorrect. Millennium - one thousand years
The correct spelling is 'Maintenance' which means :- Thus the correct answer is options (a).
the act of keeping something in good condition by 354. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
checking or repairing it regular.
(a) Acquaint (b) Guarantee
The meaning of other options is–
(c) Monotonous (d) Mamorial
Naturally :- normal manner
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
Laundry :- washing, washhouse.
Jeweller :- someone who makes jewelry. Ans. (d) : The word 'Mamorial' is incorrect because the
correct spelling 'memorial' which means 'Monument'.
349. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Which means 'Monument'.
(a) Miscelleneous (b) Misalliance The other words are -
(c) Miscreant (d) Misrepresent Acquaint - Familiarize
SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I Guarantee - Warranty
Ans. (a) : The word 'Miscellenous' is incorrect because Monotonous - Prosaic
the correct spelling is 'Miscellaneous' which means Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
'various'. 355. Select the correctly spelt word.
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). (a) momentery (b) mommentary
350. Select the option that corrects the misspelt (c) momentory (d) momentary
words in the given sentence. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Surely, he now has earned the repsect 'mastr'. Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given
(a) Surely, he now has earned the 'muster'. options is (d) 'Momentary' which means – 'lasting for
(b) Surely, he now has earned the 'masterr'. a very short time.'
(c) Surely, he now has earned the 'masteer'. The other options are incorrectly spelt.
(d) Surely, he now has earned the respect Hence, the correct answer is option (d).
'master'. 356. Select the misspelled word.
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I (a) magnificient (b) mediocre
(c) millionaire (d) miraculous
Ans. (d) : The correct spelling of 'respect and master' is SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
given in the sentence (d). While the remaining options
have incorrect spelling. Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
options is (a) 'Magnificient.' The correctly spelt word
Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
is 'Magnificent' which means – 'extremely impressive
Correct Sentence– and attractive.'
Surely, he now has earned the respect 'master'. The other options are correclty spelt-
351. Select the correctly spelt word. Mediocre – Normal,
(a) Mechenism (b) Mechanisum Millionaire – a very rich person,
(c) Mechanism (d) Machanism Miraculous – Prodigious
SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
357. Select the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (c) : Out of the given words, only 'Mechanism' is (a) mantion (b) mentoin
spelt correctly. "While other options are incorrect. (c) mension (d) mention
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (c)
options is (d) 'Mention' which means – 'to say or write 'Messanger' The correctly spelt word is 'Messenger'
something about somebody.' which means – 'a preson who carries the message.'
The other given options are incorrectly spelt. The other options are correctly spelt-
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Immediate – Instant,
358. Select the correctly spelt word. Amass – collect,
(a) manipulate (b) menipulate Massage – Friction
(c) manepulate (d) manipulete Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) 364. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given (a) Eradication (b) Manipulation
options is (a)' Manipulate' which means – 'to control or (c) Menifestation (d) Regularization
influence somebody/something, often in a dishonest SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III)
way so that they do not realize it .' Ans. (c) : All the above given options are correct
The other options are incorreclty spelt. except option (c) 'Menifestation. the correctly spelt
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). word is 'Manifestation' which means - 'The public
359. Select the correctly spelt word. display of emotion or feeling, or something theoretical
(a) maintainence (b) maintenence made real. The other options are correctly spelt.
(c) maintenance (d) mentainance 365. Select the word with the INCORRECT
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I) spelling.
Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word from the given (a) Medetative (b) Appended
options is (c) 'Maintenance' which means – 'keeping (c) Apprehansive (d) Pensive
something in good condition.' SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
The other given options are incorrectly spelt. Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt words from the given
Thus, the correct answer is option (c) option is a 'Medetative'. The correctly spelt word is
360. Select the wrongly spelt word. 'Meditative' which means 'relating to or absorbed in
(a) megre (b) meadow meditation or considered thought'.
(c) matter (d) measure The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II) Appended - Enclosed,
Ans. (a): The incorrectly spelt word from the given Apprehensive - Frightened,
options is (a) 'Megre'. The correctly spelt word is Pensive - Joyless,
'Meagre' which means – 'very small or not enough.' Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
The other options are correctly spelt – 366. In the following question, a word has been
Meadow – Grassland, written in four different ways out of which only
Matter – Affair one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt
Measure – Scale. word.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). (a) Micsellaneous (b) Miscelaneous
361. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (c) Miscelanious (d) Miscellaneous
(a) ridiculous (b) mischivious SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
(c) humorous (d) mysterious Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word, from the given
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) options is miscellaneous which means "Diverse". The
Ans. (b): The incorrectly spelt word from the given other options are incorrectly spelt.
options is (b) 'Mischivious'. The correctly spelt word is Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
'Mischievous' which means – 'Rogue/Wicked. 367. In the following question, a word has been
The other options are correctly spelt written in four different ways out of which only
Ridiculous- laughable, one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt
Humorous – Comic, word.
Mysterious – Occult, (a) Maintane (b) Maintain
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (c) Muntain (d) Maintein
362. Select the correctly spelt word. SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III)
(a) Manegeable (b) Managable Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given
(c) Manageble (d) Manageable options is 'Maintain' which means - 'to make
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I) something continue at the same level standard.'
(Sustain)
Ans. (d) The correctly spelt word from the given The other options are incorrectly spelt.
options is (d) 'Manageable' which means –' capable of Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
being managed.' (Administrable) 368. Choose the correctly spelt word.
The other options are incorrectly spelt. (a) Jelousy (b) Corupt
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). (c) Intrest (d) Miniature
363. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) Immediate (b) Amass Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word form the given
(c) Messanger (d) Massage options is 'miniature' which means - 'a small copy of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I) something which is much larger'.
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The other correct options are - Other options are correctly spelt.
Jealousy - Envy, 375. From among the words given in bold, select the
corrupt - vicious incorrectly spelt word in the following
Interest - zest, sentence.
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). The Imitations of Horace raise issues of
369. Select the correctly spelt word. political nautrality, partisanship and moral
(a) Maintnance (b) Medival satire and as such are key texts of the Augustan
(c) Millenium (d) Moustache age.
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) (a) satire (b) partisanship
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given (c) Augustan (d) nautrality
options is (d) 'Moustache' which means - hair that
grows on a man's top lip, between the mouth and nose. SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
The other correct options are - Ans. (d) : The word 'Nautrality' is given in bold letter,
Maintenance - conservation, in the sentence is incorrect because the correct spelling
medieval-obsolete. is 'Neutrality' which means 'Impartiality'.
Millennium - a period of one thousand years. The other words are -
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). satire - Innuendo/Irony
370. Select the correctly spelt word. Partisanship - Discrimination/Bias
(a) Modern (b) Moddern Augustan - Spacifie age of english Literature.
(c) Modrran (d) Modren Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given 376. Select the most appropriate spelling that can
options is (a) 'modern' which means - 'present or recent substitute the underlined word in the given
time.' sentence.
The other options are incorrectly spelt. We love to play with our neighboar's children
Hence, the correct answer is options (a). (a) neighbours (b) naighbour's
371. Select the correctly spelt word. (c) neighboars (d) neighbour's
(a) Mathmetics (b) Mathamatics SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
(c) Mathametics (d) Mathematics
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : 'Neighbours' is incorrect because the correct
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given spelling is 'Neighbours'. The correct sentence will be -
options is (d) 'mathematics' which means 'study of 'We love to play with our neighboar's children.
numbers, quantities or shapes. Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
The other options are incorrectly spelt- 377. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). (a) Nervous (b) Never
372. Select the correctly spelt word. (c) Nature (d) Nuetral
(a) Milennium (b) Millenium SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
(c) Millenniumm (d) Millennium Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II) options is (d) 'Nuetral'. The correctly spelt word is
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given 'Neutral' which means - 'not supporting or belonging to
options is (d) 'Millennium' which means - 'a period of either side in an argument, war, etc.
one thousand years'. Other options are correctly spelt-
The other options are incorrectly spelt. Nervous - Jittery, never = Not ever,
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). Nature - Ethos,
Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
N 378. Select the misspelt word.
(a) ingenuity (b) committee
373. Choose the incorrectly spelt word. (c) jeopardy (d) neglegible
(a) Neweset (b) Drape SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) Vibe (d) Surround Ans. (d) : The misspelt word form the given options is
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) (d) 'Neglegible'. The correctly spelt word is 'negligible'
Ans. (a) : For the above given options, option (a) which means - 'very small and therefore not important.'
'Neweset' is in correctly spelt because correctly spelt is The other options are correctly spelt -
'Newest' which means 'Novel',Recent Ingenuity - simplicity, committee - Board,
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Jeopardy - Menace,
374. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
(a) Niece (b) Father 379. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(c) Nefew (d) Uncle (a) notification (b) necessity
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) (c) negociation (d) negligence
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : In the above options, option (c) 'Nefew' is
wrongly spelt, its correct spelling is 'nephew' Ans. (c): The wrongly spelt word form the given
options is (c) 'Negocitation'. The correctly spelt word is
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'Negotiation' which means - 'discussions at which Combination - conjunction,
people try to decide or agree something'. Condonation - Exemption,
The other options are correctly spelt - thus, the correct answer is options (c).
Negligence - Untidiness, 385. Choose the correctly spelt word.
Necessity - need, (a) Noticable (b) Nauticable
Notification - Reportage, (c) Noticeable (d) Noteceable
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
380. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt words form the given
(a) negligible (b) nuisance options is (c) 'Noticeable' which menas - 'easy to see or
(c) noticable (d) neighbouring notice.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) The other options are incorrectly spelt.
Ans. (c): The wrongly spelt word form the given Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
options is (c) 'Noticable'. The correctly spelt word is 386. Select the correctly spelt word.
'Noticeable; which means - 'Noteworthy'. (a) Newclear (b) Nuclere
The other options are correctly spelt- (c) Neuclear (d) Nuclear
Negligible - Potty, SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Nuisance - obstacle, Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given
Neighbouring - Vicinal options is (d) 'Nuclear' which means - 'relating to
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). energy from changing atom's structure, relating to
381. Select the correctly spelt word. central part of atom.
(a) necassery (b) nesessary The other options are incorrectly spelt.
(c) necessary (d) necessery Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) 387. Select the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word from the given (a) Ninetteen (b) Nineteen
options is (c) 'Necessary' which means - 'that is needed (c) Ninteen (d) Ninneteen
for a purpose of a reason'. SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
The other given options are incorrectly spelt. Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given
Hence, the correct answer is options (c). options is (b) Nineteen', which means - 'next after the
382. Select the wrongly spelt word. eightieth'. The other options are incorrectly spelt.
(a) Neither (b) Nibble Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
(c) Nightingale (d) Ninteenth 388. Select the correctly spelt word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Nocturenal (b) Nocturnal
Ans. (d) The wronghly spelt word from the given (c) Nocternal (d) Nocturnel
options is (d) 'Ninteenth'. The correctly spelt word is - SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II)
'Nineteenth' which means- 'Nineteen in number'. Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given
The other options are correctly spelt- options is (b) 'Nocturnal' which means - 'Nightly'.
Neither - Not either, Thus, the correct option is (b).
Nibble - Bite off, 389. Select the correctly spelt word.
Nightingale - a small brown bird, (a) Priorety (b) Jelous
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). (c) Disgise (d) Nourish
383. Select the wrongly spelt word. SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) nerve (b) neglect Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word form the given
(c) negative (d) nerveous options is (d) 'Nourish' which means - ' to provide
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) people or living things with food in order to make
Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word from the given them grow and keep them healthy.
options is (d) 'nerveous'. The correctly spelt word is The other correct options are -
'Nervous' which means - 'anxious about something or Priority - Precursory,
afraid of something'. Jealous - Envious,
The other options are correctly spelt- Disguise - Mummery
Nerve - vein, Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
Neglect - disregard, 390. Choose the correctly spelt word.
Negative - Privative, (a) Peirce (b) Necessary
Thus, the correct options is (d) (c) Noticeing (d) Permmit
384. Select the wrongly spelt word. SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) Molestation (b) Combination Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word is 'Necessary'
(c) Navigetion (d) Condonation means 'Essential'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I) The other correctly options are-
Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word form the given Purse - Wallet
options is (c) 'Navigetion'. The correctly spelt word is Noticing - Attending
'Navigation' which means - 'the act of directing a ship, Permit - Ordain
aircraft, etc. Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
The other options are correctly spelt -
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The other options are correctly spelt-
O Occurred - happen,
accommodate Adapt,
391. Identify the INCORRECTLY spelt word from Oppressed - Aggrieved,
the given options. Thus, the correct answer is options (a).
(a) Sieve (b) Heave
397. Select the correctly spelt word.
(c) Weave (d) Obssess (a) omelette (b) omelete
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) (c) omelate (d) omlate
Ans. (d) : From the above options, option (d) 'obssess' SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
is wrongly spelt. His correct spelling is 'obsess'. Other Ans. (a) The correctly spelt word from the given
options are correctly spelt. options is (a) 'Omelette' which means - a dish made of
392. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. eggs that have been mixed together very fast and fried.'
(a) Persistent (b) Repetition The other options are incorrectly spelt.
(c) Overwelming (d) Audacious Thus, the correct answer is options (a).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III) 398. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Ans. (c) : All the above given options are corrctly spelt (a) violence (b) fierce
except option (c) 'Overwelming'. The correctly spelt (c) resemblance (d) occassion
word is 'Overwhelming.' SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Hence, the correct option is (c). Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
options is (d) 'Occassion'. The correctly spelt word is
393. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 'Occasion' which means - 'a Particular time when
(a) Submitted (b) Ommitted something happens.
(c) Committed (d) Remitted The other options are correctly spelt -
SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III Violence - Disaster,
Ans. (b) : The word 'Ommitted' is incorrect because the Fierce - Frightful,
correct spelling is 'Omitted', while other options are Resemblance - Congruence,
correct. Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
Thus, the correct answer is options (b). 399. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) Opulence (b) Oppression
394. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(c) Oppurtunity (d) Opposition
(a) Ascetic (b) Boasting
(c) Overide (d) Evidence SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) The wrongly spelt word from the given
options is (c) 'Oppurtunity'. The correctly spelt word is
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word form the given
'Opportunity', which means- a good chance for
options is (c) 'overide'. The correctly spelt word is
advancement or progeness.
'Override' which means - 'to prevail or have dominance
The other options are incorrectly spelt.
over; put own.
The other options are correctly spelt. Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
Ascetic- Hermit, 400. Select the correctly spelt word.
Boasting - Splurge, (a) oppertunity (b) opportunity
Evidence - 'Testimony' (c) oppurtunity (d) oportunity
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
395. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (b) The correctly spelt word from the given
(a) difficult (b) supporting options is (b) 'Opportunity' which means - the
(c) optsion (d) easier possibility of doing something'.
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) The othe options are incorrectly spelt.
Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word from the given Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
options is (c) 'optsion'. The correctly spelt word is- 401. Choose the correctly spelt word.
'Option' which means - 'something that you can choose (a) obbstacle (b) Obctacle
to do'. (c) Obstacal (d) Obstacle
The other options are correctly spelt - SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Difficult - Arduous, Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given
Supporting - Helpful, options is (d) 'Obstacle' which means - 'something that
Easier - comfortable, stands in the way of progress or achievement;
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). The other options are incorrectly spelt.
396. Select the misspelled word. Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(a) ommission (b) occurred 402. Select the correctly spelt word.
(c) accommodate (d) oppressed (a) Occassion (b) Ommision
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) (c) Occurrence (d) Occupasion
Ans. (a) : The misspelt word from the given options is SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) 'Ommission'. The correctly spelt word is - Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
'Omission' which means - 'Something that has not been options is (c) 'Occurrence' which means - 'something
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The other correct options are - 408. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Occasion - chance, Omission - Annihilation, (a) Passage (b) Pancake
Occupation - Remunerative, (c) Pasion (d) Modern
Thus, the correct options is (c). SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
403. Select the correctly spelt word. Ans. (c) : Among the given options, option (c) 'Pasion'
(a) Godess (b) Villian is incorrectly spelt. Its correct spelling is 'Passion'.
(c) Obedient (d) Truely Meaning of the other options-
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II) Passage - Path, Route
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given Pancake - Muffin
options is (c) 'Obedient' which means - 'doing what
Modern - Recent, Stylish
you are told to do?
The other correct options are - 409. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Goddess - Deity, villain - scoundrel, (a) Maladjusted (b) Stakeholder
Truly - candidly, (c) Permenent (d) Longitude
Thus, the correct options is (c). SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
404. Choose the correctly spelt word. Ans. (c) : Among the above options, option (c)
(a) Knoledge (b) Jealusy 'permenent' is incorrectly spelt. Its correct spelling is
(c) Odour (d) Langauge 'Permanent'
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) Meaning of the other options-
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given Maladjusted - Unbalanced, disturbed
options is (c) 'Odour' which means - 'a smell, often one Stokeholder - Shareholder
that is unpleasant'. Longitude - Vertical segment
The other correct options are -
Knowledge - Intellect, Jealousy - Envy, 410. Identity the correct spelling of the underlined
Language - speech, word.
Hence, the correct answer is options (c). It is considered a great phenamina in the field
405. Select the correctly spelt word. of economics.
(a) Occation (b) Occassion (a) phynamena (b) fenomena
(c) Occasion (d) Ocassion (c) phinomina (d) phenomena
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : All the above given options are incorrect Ans. (d) : In the above sentence, the underlined word
except option (c) 'Occasion' which means - 'a particular 'phenamina' is incorrectly spelt , the Correctly spelt
time, especially when something happens or has word is 'phenomena' which means 'a fact or an event in
happened'. The other given options are incorrectly nature, especially one that is not fully understood.
spelt. Other options are not Correct.
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). 411. Choose the correctly spelt word.
(a) TEMPORERY (b) CAMOFLAGUE
P (c) PSEUDONYM (d) TABBOO
406. Select the wrongly spelt word. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
(a) Activity (b) Protesion Ans. (c) : In the above sentence option (c)
(c) Inactivity (d) Unshielded "Pseudonym" is correctly spelt. Other options are not
correct.
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : The above given options are correctly spelt 412. Parts of the following sentence have been
except option (b) ‘protesion’. Its correct spelling is underlined and given as options. Select the
'protection'. option that contains a spelling error.
In the unscientific age or community, there are
Meaning of other options –
official repositories of wisdom, such as
Activity – Stir, Agility Egyptian preists and Tibetan Lamas.
Inactivity – Indolence, Sloth (a) repositories (b) Egyptian
Unshielded – Defenseless
(c) preists (d) unscientific
407. Choose the INCORRECTLY Spelt word. SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
(a) Falcon (b) Tailor Ans. (c) : In the above sentence, the underlined word
(c) Talon (d) Palour 'preists' is incorrectly spelt. The correctly spelt word is
SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II) 'priests' which means 'a person who performs religious
Ans. (d) : Among the given options, option (d) 'Palour' ceremonies in some religions;
is incorrectly spet. Its correct spelling is 'parlor'. Other options are correctly spelt.
Meaning of the other options- 413. Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
Falcon - Hawk (a) Prepaer (b) Mushy
Tailor - Dressmaker, Clothier (c) Busiest (d) Matter
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Ans. (a) : In the above options, option (a) is incorrect Ans. (b) : The word 'Prononuciation' is incorrect
spelling. Its correct spelling is 'Prepare'. Other options because the correct spelling is 'Pronunciation'.
are correct. Proactivity - preemptive
414. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Procrastination - Dither
(a) Palace (b) Peddle Prolong - Amplify
(c) Pecket (d) Paint 420. Select the correctly spelt word.
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I (a) Domicille (b) Penninsula
Ans. (c) : The word 'Pecket' is incorrect because the (c) Canibal (d) Pharmacy
correct spelling is 'packet' which means parcel. SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). Ans. (d) : Out of the given options, only 'pharmacy' is
415. Select the incorrectly spelt word. seplt correct. While other option are incorrect.
(a) Private (b) Priviledge Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
(c) Prevalent (d) Previous 421. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III (a) Defiance (b) Pretanse
Ans. (b) : The word 'Previledge' is incorrect because the (c) Reliance (d) Alliance
correct spelling is 'privilege' means 'special rights'. SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Ans. (b) : The word 'Pretanse' is incorrect because the
416. Select the incorrectly spelt word. correct spelling is 'Pretence' which means 'show/veneer'.
(a) Procastination (b) Alliteration The other words are –
(c) Superintendent (d) Hallucination Defiance - Disobedience
SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I Reliance - Dependency
Ans. (a) : The word 'Procastination' is in correct Alliance - Treaty
because the correct spelling is 'procrastination' which Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
means 'Delay'. 422. Select the correctly spelt word.
The other words are - (a) Promenant (b) Prominent
Alliteration - A figure of speech (c) Promneant (d) Prominant
superintendent - president SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II
Hallucination - Reverie/Phantosm
Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, option (b)
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). 'prominent' is spelt correctly which means 'famous'.
417. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. While other options are incorrect.
(a) Commitment (b) Bouquet
Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
(c) Proceedure (d) Quarantine
SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III 423. Select the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (c) : The word 'Proceedure' is incorrect because (a) Envisaige (b) Psychologist
the correct spelling is 'procedure' which means (c) Emergense (d) Trancition
.process'. SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
The other words are- Ans. (b) : Out of the given options, only 'Psychologist'
Commitment - Handover is spelt correctly. While the remaining options have
Bouquet - Epergne incorrect spelling.
Quarantine - Isolation Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
424. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
418. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (a) Perterb (b) Perceive
(a) Recession (b) Remission
(c) Pigeon (d) Passive
(c) Precission (d) Omission
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (a) : The word 'perterb' is incorrect because the
Ans. (c) : The word 'Precission' is incorrect because the
correct spelling is 'perturb' which means 'stun'. While
correct spelling is 'Precision' which means 'chastity'.
the remaining options are correct.
The other words are -
Thus, the correct answer is option (a)
Recession - Repayment
Remission - Forgiveness 425. Select the correctly spelt word.
Omission - Absence (a) Bezarre (b) Infatuaition
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). (c) Fortiunate (d) Perfection
419. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
(a) Proactivity (b) Pronounciation Ans. (d) : Out of the given options, only 'perfection' is
(c) Procrastination (d) Prolong spelt correctly. The other options are incorrect.
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426. Select the sentence which has no spelling error. Ans. (c) : The word ' Plataue' is the incorrect spelt word
(a) Dusty is a prodegious novelist of the present from the given options. The correct spelt is 'plateau'
era. which means a large high area of flat land.
(b) His business gives him cash in prodigeous The other options are -
amounts. Plantain - A tropical fruit similar to banana with green
(c) Beethoven is known to be a prodigious skin. Plaque - Bladed.
musician of all times. Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(d) Ashley caught the spectators by his 431. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
prodigiuous tricks. (a) Possesions (b) Irritation
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III (c) Invitation (d) Protection
Ans. (c) : There is no spelling error in the option (c). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
The word 'prodigious' is correct it means 'Bizarre' while Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
the remaining options are incorrect. options is (a) 'Possesions'. The correctly spelt word is
427. Select the incorrectly spelt word. 'Possessions' which means - 'something that is owned or
(a) Believe (b) Conscious possessed by someone'.
(c) Previlege (d) Discipline The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III Irritation - Exasperation,
Invitation - Invite
Ans. (c) : The words 'Previlege' is incorrect because the Protection - Tutelage,
correct spelling is 'privilege' which means special right. Thus, the correct options, is (a).
The other words are -
432. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
Believe - Presume (a) Endurance (b) Tolerance
Conscious - Aware (c) Insistence (d) Parsistance
Discipline - Regimentation SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
428. From among the words given in bold, select the options is (d) 'Parsistance'. The correctly spelt word is
INCORRECTLY spelt word in the following 'Persistence' which means- 'the quality that allows
sentence. someone to continue doing something'.
Almost all the governors of Bengal strongly The other options are correctly spelt-
resented the special privileges enjoyed by Endurance - Patience,
English company as it meant a huge loss to the Tolerance - Durability,
provinciel exchequer. Insistence - Exaction,
(a) provinciel (b) privileges Thus , the correct answer is options (d).
(c) exchequer (d) resented 433. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III (a) Concrete (b) Elite
Ans. (a) : The word 'provinciel' is incorrect because (c) Petete (d) Secrete
correct spelling is 'provincial'. which means regional SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
The other words are - Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
Privileges - special right options is (c) 'Petete'. The correctly spelt word is 'Petite'
Exchequer - Treasury which means - 'relating to women who is small and thin
in an attractive way.' (Beautiful)
Resented - Take offense/Rage
The other options are correctly spelt -
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). Concrete - solid,
429. Select the sentence which has no spelling error. Elite - Noble,
(a) The pharmaetuical company develops and Secrete - Hide,
market drugs. Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(b) Many phramaeutical companies supplied 434. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
vaccines in pandemic. (a) Specified (b) Decrease
(c) My elder brother works in a pharmaceutical (c) Creature (d) Pieceful
company. SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(d) Geet runs a pharmasutical chemist shop at Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
New Delhi. options is (d) 'Pieceful'. the correctly spelt word is
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I 'Peaceful' which means - 'Tranquil/Calm'.
Ans. (c) : The word 'Pharmaceutical' is the correct The other options are correctly spelt-
spelling which is given in the options (c). Specified - Extensive,
Thus, correct sentence will be - Decrease - Reduction,
My elder brother works in a pharmaceutical company. Creature - Being,
Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
430. Select the wrongly spelt word. 435. Select the word with the correct spelling.
(a) Plantain (b) Platinum (a) permmited (b) plesent
(c) Plataue (d) Plaque (c) pungant (d) punctuation
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Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given 441. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
options is (d) 'Punctuation' which means - the marks (a) puddel (b) pigeon
used in writing to separate the sentences and phrases. (c) pillion (d) pioneer
The other correct options are - SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Permitted - Allow, Ans. (a): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
Pleasant- Charming options is (a) 'Puddel'. The correctly spelt word is
Pungent - Bitter, 'Puddle' which means - 'a very small pool of usually
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). dirty or muddy water'.
436. In the following question, four words have been The other options are correctly spelt-
given out of which one word is incorrectly Pillion - Back seat
spelt. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Pigeon - A bird
(a) Declension (b) Labyrinth Pioneer - Precursor,
(c) Quintessence (d) Pandemonious Thus, the correct answer is options (a)
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 442. Select the wrongly spelt word
Ans. (d): The incorrectly spelt word from the given (a) presidential (b) preferential
options is (d) 'Pandemonuous'. The correctly spelt word (c) profeslonal (d) proverbial
is 'Pandemonium' which means - 'any place or scene of SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II)
wild disorder, noise, or confusion'. Ans. (c): The wrongly spelt word from the given
The other options are correctly spelt - options is (c) 'Profeslonal'. The correctly spelt word is -
Declension - Decadence, 'Professional' which means - 'connected with a job that
Labyrinth - Maza needs a high level of training or education'.
Quintessence - Summary, The other option are correctly spelt-
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
437. Select the wrongly spelt word. 443. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) central (b) electric (a) persue (b) persoue
(c) presure (d) irrigation (c) pursue (d) purseue
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word from the given Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word from the given
options is (c) 'Presure'. The correctly spelt word is options is (c) 'Pursue' which means - 'to follow
'Pressure' which means - the action of a force against somebody in order to catch him'.
an opposing force. (Stress) The other options are incorrectly spelt.
The other options are correctly spelt - Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
Central - Pivotal,
Electric - Power, 444. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Irrigation - Watering, (a) Migrant (b) Precedent
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). (c) Permanant (d) Adamant
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
438. Select the correct spelt word.
(a) propotion (b) proportion Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word from the given
(c) preportion (d) proporsion options is (c) 'Permanant'. The correctly spelt word is
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I) 'Permanent' which means - 'lasting for a long time or
Ans. (b): The correctly spelt word from the options is forever, that will not change'.
(b) 'Proportion' which means a part or share of a whole'. The other options are correctly spelt -
The other options are incorrectly spelt. Migrant - Expatriate,
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Precedent - Case law,
Adamant - corneous,
439. Select the correctly spelt word. Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(a) peivailege (b) previledge
(c) previllage (d) privilege 445. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Alligator (b) Privilage
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given (c) Alimony (d) Judicious
options is (d) 'privilege' which means - ' a special right SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
or advantage that only one person or group has'. Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
The other options are incorrectly spelt. options is (b) 'Privilage'. The correctly spelt word is
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). 'Privilege' which means - 'a special right or advantage
440. Select the correct spelt word. that only one person or group has'.
(a) perticular (b) particuler The other options are correctly spelt-
(c) particular (d) perticuler Alligator - Crocodile,
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) Alimony - Sustenance,
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given Judicious - Right,
options is (c) 'Particular' which means - 'used to Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
emphasize that you are talking about one person, thing 446. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
time, etc. (a) Preamble (b) Miscellaneous
The other options are incorrectly spelt. (c) Deviation (d) Pnemonia
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word from the given
option is (d) 'Pnemonia'. The correctly spelt word is options is (d) 'Providance'. The correctly spelt word is
'Pneumonia' which means - 'an infection that affects 'Providence' which means - 'divine guidance or care'.
one or both lungs'. The other options are correctly spelt-
The other options are correctly spelt- Consequence - Result,
Preamble - Preface, Fixation - Assessment,
Deviation - Departure, Musician - Melodist,
Miscellaneous - diverse, Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). 452. In the following question, a word has been
447. Select the word with the correct spelling. written in four different ways out of which only
(a) Vizibility (b) Certanity one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt
(c) Piety (d) Notoreity word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) (a) Procedger (b) Procedure
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given (c) Proceadure (d) Proceger
options is (c) 'piety' which means - a way of behaving SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
that shows a deep respect for God and religion'. Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given
The other correct options are - options is (b) 'Procedure' which means 'the usual or
Visibility - Pretense, correct way for doing something'. The other given
Certainty - Certitude, options are incorrectly spelt.
Notoriety - Infamy, Thus, correct answer is option (b).
Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
448. Select the wrongly spelt word. 453. In the following question, a word has been
(a) Profuse (b) Protrude written in four different ways out of which only
(c) Profesional (d) Professor one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I) word.
Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word from the given, (a) Parllel (b) Paralell
options is (c) 'Profesional'. The correctly spelt word is (c) Parallel (d) Parralel
'Professional' which means - 'connected with a job that SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
needs a high level of training or education'. Ans. (c) The correctly spelt word from the given
The other options are correctly spelt - options is (c) 'Parallel' which means - 'with the same
Profuse - Abundant, distance between them for all their length'. The other
Protrude - Expand, options are incorrectly spelt.
Professor - Instructor, Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). 454. In the following question, a word has been
449. Select the wrongly spelt word. written in four different ways out of which only
(a) Privilige (b) Mileage one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt
(c) Gait (d) Truism word.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) (a) Proceed (b) Proced
Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt words is options (a) (c) Prroceed (d) Procede
'Privilige'. The correctly spelt word is 'Privilege' which SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
means - 'a special right or advantage that only one Ans. (a): The correctly spelt word from the given
person or group has. options is (a) 'Proceed' which means - 'to start doing the
The other options are correctly spelt- next thing after finishing the last one'.
Mileage - Distance/Advantage, The other options are incorrectly spelt.
Gait - Demeanor/Speed, Hence, the correct answer is options (a).
Truism - True statement
Thus, the correctly answer is options (a). 455. Choose the correctly spelt word.
(a) Passengger (b) Pasenger
450. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Boutique (b) Lacquer (c) Passenger (d) Passinger
(c) Placque (d) Rouge SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given options is (c) 'Passenger' which means - 'a person who
options is (c) 'Placque'. The correctly spelt word is is traveling from one place to another in a car, bus, etc'.
'plaque' which means - 'a flat thin piece (as of metal) The other options are incorrectly spelt.
used for decoration'. Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
The other options are correctly spelt- 456. Choose the correctly spelt word.
Boutique - Retrospect, (a) Philosophy (b) Phelosophy
Lacquer - shellack, (c) Philosophie (d) Filosophy
Rouge - Chrism, SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given
451. Select the wrongly spelt word. options is (a) 'Philosophy' which means - 'the study of
(a) Consequence (b) Fixation ideas and beliefs about the meaning of life'.
(c) Musician (d) Providance The other options are incorrectly spelt.
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457. Select the wrongly spelt word. Ans. (c) : In the above sentence 'quarrantine' is wrongly
(a) Vessel (b) Kettle spelt. Its correct spelling is 'quarantine'. Other options
(c) Brittle (d) Parellel have no spelling error. Hence option (c) will be correct.
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
462. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word from the given (a) Rascal (b) Antibodies
options is (d) 'Parellel'. The correctly spelt word is -
'Parallel' which means- 'with the same distance (c) Brag (d) Quear
between them for all their length'. SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
The other options are correctly spelt- Ans. (d) : The word 'Quear' is the incorrect because the
Vessel - Pot, correct spelling is 'Queer' which means 'strange'.
Kettle - Kettledrum, The other words are -
Brittle - Fragile, Rascal - scoundrel
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). Antibodies - Antigen
458. Select the correctly spelt word. Brag - Boast
(a) posibilty (b) pompus Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(c) potantial (d) possession 463. Select the correctly spelt word.
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Qiete (b) Queit
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given (c) Quiet (d) Quiete
options is (d) 'Possession' which means - 'the state of SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II)
having or owning something'. Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word from the given
The other correct options are - options is (c) 'Quiet' which means - 'the state of being
Possibility - Probability, calm and without much noise or activity'. The other
Pompous - claptoap, options are incorrectly spelt.
Potential - Probable/Capacity Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
464. Select the correctly spelt word.
459. Select the wrongly spelt word. (a) queiten (b) questionnaire
(a) Perseverence (b) Probable (c) quallification (d) quantefy
(c) Politician (d) possession SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (b): The correct spelt word from the given options
Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word from the given is (b) 'Questionnaire' which means - 'a list of Questions
options is (a) 'Perseverence'. The correctly spelt word The other correct options are-
is 'Perseverance' which means - 'the quality of Quatrain - Tetrapody,
continuing to try to achieve a particular aim despite Qualification - Ability,
difficulties. Quantify - Admeasure,
The other options are correctly spelt- Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
Probable - Feasible,
465. Select the word with the incorrect spelling.
Politician - statesman, (a) Quantity (b) Argument
Possession - Rights (c) Aisle (d) Quarrell
460. Select the correctly spelt word. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
(a) Permanant (b) Permanent
(c) Pirmenent (d) Perminent Ans. (d): The incorrectly spelt word from the given
option is (d) 'Quarrell'. The correctly spelt word is
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I)
'Quarrel' which means - argument or disagreement.
Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given The other are correctly spelt -
options is (b) 'Permanent' which means - 'lasting for a Quantity - Amount,
long time or forever, that will not change. The other Argument - Reason,
options are incorrectly spelt. Aisle - Gallery
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
466. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
Q (a) Pious (b) Reckless
(c) Quary (d) Nibble
461. The following sentence has been split into four SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
segments. Identify the segment that contains an
INCORRECTLY spelt word. Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
options is (c), 'Quary'. The correctly spelt word is -
Since the health hazards have reduced, / the 'Query' which means - 'a question'.
ministry has relaxed the earlier regulations / The other options are correctly spelt-
and has suggested only a short period / of Pious - Holy,
quarrantine for the affected people. Reckless - Careless,
(a) the ministry has relaxed the earlier Nibble - Scrabble.
regulations Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(b) Since the health hazards have reduced 467. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(c) of quarrantine for the affected people (a) Vague (b) Qoutidian
(d) and has suggested only a short period (c) Doubt (d) Identical
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Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given 473. From among the words given in bold, select the
options is (b). Qoutidian'. The correctly spelt word is INCORRECTLY spelt word in the following
'Quotidian' which means - 'Occurring every day or sentence.
daily. The popular ridikule of Puritanism in
The other options are correctly spelt. burlesque and doggerel is best exemplified in
Vague - obscure, Butler’s Hudibras.
Doubt - Suspicion, (a) burlesque (b) doggerel
Identical - Similar, (c) exemplified (d) ridikule
Thus, the correct answer is options (b). SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : The word 'Ridikule' is incorrect because the
R correct spelling is 'Ridicule' which means 'mock'.
The other words are-
468. Select the correctly spelt word. Burlesque - caricature
(a) resind (b) rescind Doggerel - comic verse composed in irregular rhythm.
(c) recsind (d) recind Exemplified - Illustrate
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
Ans. (b) : The above given options are incorrect except 474. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
option (b) 'Rescind' which means – 'to officially state (a) Rifel (b) Ride
that a law, contract, decision, etc. is no longer valid.' (c) Right (d) Ridge
The other option are incorrectly spelt. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
469. Select the correctly spelt word. options is (a) 'Rifel'. The correct spelling is 'Refill'
(a) Ricipit (b) Reicipit which means - 'to fill something again.
(c) Reciept (d) Receipt The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV) Ridge - Braid,
Ans. (d) : Out of the above options, option (d) Receipt Right - correct.
(Quittance, fee) is correctly spelt. Ride - Journey,
Thus, the correct answer is options (a).
470. Select the correctly spelt word. 475. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) Recemmend (b) Reccommend (a) solution (b) beaker
(c) Reccomend (d) Recommend (c) brakes (d) refrence
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : Option (d) Recommend – ( To tell somebody Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word from the given
that something is good or To suggest favorably as options is (d) 'Refrence'. The correctly spelt word is -
suited for some use) has been correctly spelt. 'Reference' Which means - 'a written or spoken
comment that mentions somebody'.
Hence, option (d) is correct answer.
The other options are correctly spelt-
471. Select the correctly spelt word. Solution - Settlement,
(a) Rudimentory (b) Concious Beaker - Glass,
(c) Coalece (d) Reliant Brakes - slow down,
SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
476. Select the misspelled word.
Ans. (d) : Out of the given options, only 'Reliant' is (a) pierce (b) riegn
spelt correctly and it means trustful'. (c) relieve (d) deceive
The other words are - SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Rudimentary - Basic Ans. (b) : The misspelled word from the given options
Conscious - Aware is (b) 'Riegn'. The correctly spelt and word is 'Reign'
which means - 'To rule a country.
Coalesce - Partake The other options are correctly spelt-
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). Pierce - Prick,
472. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Relieve - Help,
(a) Retrieve (b) Return Deceive - Hoodwink,
(c) Retort (d) Revange Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II 477. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) richeous (b) riteous
Ans. (d) : The word 'Revange' is incorrect because the (c) righteous (d) rightious
correct spelling. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
'Revenge' which means 'vendetta'. Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
The other words are - options is (c) which means - 'that you think is morally
Retrieve - Rectify good or fair.'
Return - Comeback The other options are incorrectly spelt.
Retort - Defensive Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
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478. Select the correctly spelt word. Ans. (c): The correctly spelt is option (c)
(a) recommend (b) reccommend 'Remunerative' which means - 'Profitable'.
(c) recommened (d) recomend The other correct options are-
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) Tentative - Test,
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given Substantive - Original,
options is (a) 'Recommend' which means - 'to suggest speculative - Imaginary,
that someone would be good for a particular job'. Hence, the correct answer is option (c).
The other options are incorrectly spelt. 484. Select the correctly spelt word
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). (a) reeciet (b) reciept
479. Select the wrongly spelt word. (c) receipt (d) reiceit
(a) rendezvous (b) renassaince SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) remuneration (d) remonstrate Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word from the given
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II) options is (c) 'Receipt' which means- 'a piece of paper
Ans. (b): The wrongly spelt word from the given that is given to show that you have paid for something'.
options is (b) 'renassaince'. The correctly spelt word is The other options are incorrectly spelt.
'Renaissance' which means - 'a revival of classical Hence, the correct answer is options (c).
learning and wisdom'. 485. Select the correctly spelt word.
The other options are correctly spelt. (a) compitition (b) distruction
Rendezvous - Appointment, (c) contruction (d) repetition
Remuneration - Return/Reward, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Remonstrate - Resist,
Ans. (d): The correctly spelt word is options (d)
Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
'Repetition' which means - 'doing something again'.
480. Select the wrongly spelt word. The other correct options are -
(a) remembrance (b) reminascant Competition - contest,
(c) remnant (d) remittance Destruction - Annihilation,
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) Construction - Build
Ans. (b) : The wrongly spelt word from the given Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
options is (b) 'Reminascant'. The correctly spelt word 486. Select the wrongly spelt word.
is 'Reminiscent' which means - 'awakening memories (a) reproduce (b) reverse
of something similar'. (c) require (d) resembel
Remittance - Dispatch, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Remembrance - Souvenir,
Remnant - Relics, Ans. (d) : The wrongly spelt word is options (d)
Thus, the correct answer is options (b). 'Resembel'. The correctly spelt word is 'Resemble
which means - ' to be or look like somebody or
481. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. something else'.
(a) reliable (b) realm
The other options are correctly spelt -
(c) resemble (d) redius
Reproduce - Facsimile,
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) Reverse - Inverse,
Ans. (d): The incorrectly spelt word from the given Require - Need
options is (d) 'Redius'. The correctly spelt word is Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
'Radius' which means - 'the distance from the centre of a
circle to the outside edge'. 487. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Advantageous (b) Tedious
The other options are correctly spelt -
Reliable - Credible, (c) Victorious (d) Rebelleous
Realm- Region, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Resemble - Harmonize, Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is options (d)
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). 'Rebelleous'. The correctly spelt word is 'Rebellious'
482. Select the wrongly spelt word. which means- 'fighting against a government'.
(a) Relagate (b) Residue (Mutinous)
(c) Refurbish (d) Retrospect The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Advantageous - profitable,
Tedious - Bored.
Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word from the given
options is (a) 'Relagate'. The correctly spelt word is Victorious - Successful,
'Relegate' which means - 'to assign to a lower position'. Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
The other options are correctly spelt- 488. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Residue - Remnant, (a) Esteem (b) Respectfull
Refurbish - Renovate, (c) Subtle (d) Mimic
Retrospect - Enquiry, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Thus, the correct answer is options (a).
Ans. (b) : The wrongly spelt word is options (b)
483. Select the correctly spelt word. 'Respectfull'. The correctly spelt word is 'Respectful'
(a) Tantative (b) Substentive
(c) Remunerative (d) Speculetive which means - 'marked by or showing respect or
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II) deference'.
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The other options are correctly spelt- The other options are correctly spelt-
Esteem - Veneration, Independent - free,
subtle - meticulous, characteristic - specialty,
Mimic - Imitator, Beneficial - profitable,
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
489. Select the correctly spelt word. 495. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) Rupangence (b) Repugnance (a) Reception (b) Recommend
(c) Repungance (d) Repungence (c) Ridicullous (d) Representative
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word from the given
options is (c 'Ridicullous'. the correctly spelt word is
options is (b) 'Repugnance' which means - 'Causing a
'Ridiculous' which means - 'very silly or unreasonable.
feeling of dislike or disgust'. The other options are correctly spelt-
The other options are incorrectly spelt. Reception -Greeting,
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Recommend - Petition,
490. Select the correctly spelt word. Representative - Delegate,
(a) Restaurant (b) Restorant Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(c) Restaurent (d) Restorent
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I) S
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word fromt he given
options is (a) 'Restaurant' which means - 'a place where 496. Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
you can buy and eat a meal'. (a) Structurere (b) Havoc
The other options are incorrectly spelt. (c) Recently (d) Brush
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
491. Select the correctly spelt word. Ans. (a) : The above given options are correctly spelt
(a) Reverence (b) Reverense except option (a) 'structrure'. The correctly spelt word is
(c) Revernce (d) Revernece 'structure'.
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Ans. (a): The correctly spelt word from the given 497. Identify the MISSPELT word in the following
options is (a) 'Reverence' which means - a feeling of sentence.
great respect'. In some regions of the world, child poverty
The other options are incorrectly spelt. remains a serious issue, significently in relation
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). of the geospatial and living standards in which
492. Select the correctly spelt word. children grow up.
(a) Revenue (b) Ravanue (a) Issue (b) Significently
(c) Ravenue (d) Reveanu (c) Geospatical (d) Regions
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given Ans. (b) : In the following sentence the word
options is (a) 'Revenue' which means - 'money 'significently' is misspelt. It's correct spelling is
regularly receive by a government'. 'Significantly'.
The other options are incorrectly spelt. Meaning of other options-
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). Issue - Matter, Controversy
493. Select the correctly spelt word. Geospatical - Geographically
(a) Recommend (b) Repitition Regions - Area, Territory
(c) Referance (d) Reciept
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I) 498. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Nutrient (b) Sitable
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word is options (a)
(c) Seperate (d) Permanent
'Recommend' which means - 'to advice someone to do
something'. (Petition) SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
The other correct options are - Ans. (c) : Among the given options, option (c) seperate
Repetition - Reiterate, is incorrectly spelt. Its correct spelling is 'separate'.
Reference - context, Meaning of the other options-
Receipt - Quittance, Nutrient - Nutritious, alible
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Suitable - appropriate
494. Select the wrongly spelt word. Permanent - Stable, durable
(a) Resistence (b) Independent 499. Identify and correct the INCORRECTLY spelt
(c) Characteristic (d) Beneficial word in the given sentence.
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III) Sometimes failure is the steping stone to
Ans. (a) : The wrongly spelt word from the given success.
options is (a) 'Resistence' The correctly spelt word is (a) Succes (b) Stepping
'Resistance' which means - 'to stop somebody from (c) Failuire (d) Stown
doing something'. SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
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Ans. (b) : 'Steping' is the incorrectly spelt word in the 504. Parts of the following sentence have been given
given sentence. as options. Select the option that contains an
The correct word will be stepping which means :- to error.
move a short distance. The lack of mutual bonding was conspicuous
from their shody body language in the
The other options– marriage party.
Success :- An attainment that is successful. (a) marriage (b) conspicuous
Failure :-lack of success. (loser) (c) shody (d) mutual
Stown :- stown a scotch form of stolen. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
500. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the Ans. (c) : Error lies is in part (c) 'shody' of the sentence.
given sentence. It's correct spelling will be- 'Shoddy' which means
To achieve somthing gigantic, you have to 'showing little respect, thought or core.
grind for a considerable amount of time. marriage – Nuptial knot
Mutual – Shared by two/involving two people
(a) considerable (b) gigantic
Conspicuous – Easily seen or noticed–
(c) achieve (d) somthing Correct Sentence
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II) The lack of mutual funding was Conspicuous from their
Ans. (d) : The correct answer is option (d) 'Somthing' shoddy body language in the marriage party
because the correctly spelt word is 'something'. other 505. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
options are correctly spelt. (a) Drastic (b) Surrugocy
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (c) Cryptic (d) Obdurate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
501. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word of the above given
(a) Sufficiant (b) Syrup
options is (b) 'surrugocy.' The correctly spelt word is
(c) Superior (d) Shubbery 'surrogacy' which means 'an arrangement by which a
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III) women gives birth to a baby on behalf of some who is
Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word of the above given physically unable to have babies themselves.'
options is (a) 'Sufficiant'. The correctly spelt word is- Other options are correctly spelt.
'Sufficient'? 506. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Other given options are correctly spelt. (a) Though (b) Psychic
502. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (c) Suddeness (d) Truthfully
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) Anxiety (b) Stetionery
Ans. (c) : In the above options, option (c) "Suddeness"
(c) Preparation (d) Voluntary is wrongly spelt. Its correct spelling is "Suddenness".
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) Other options are correctly spelt.
Ans. (b) : All the above given option are correctly spelt 507. Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
except option (b) 'Stetionery.' The correct word is (a) Cream (b) Sleam
'stationary.' (c) Beam (d) Steam
Meaning of other options - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II)
Anxiety - Impatience, Ans. (b) : (b) In the above options, 'sleam' is incorrectly
spelt. Its correct spelling is slim. Other options are
Preparation - Dispositon, correct.
Voluntary - Spontaneous, 508. Choose the sentence with no spelling error.
503. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (a) We can never solvve our problems.
(a) Souvenir (b) Suseptible (b) We can never solve our problems.
(c) Symbolise (d) Sympathetic (c) We can never solve our problams.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) (d) We can nver solve our problems.
Ans. (b) :Option (b) Suseptible is incorrectly spelt. its SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
correct spelling will be 'susceptible'– (Easily influenced Ans. (b) : In the above options, option (b) is correct
, damaged or affected by something/somebody). sentence. Other options have incorrect word.
Given options contain following meaning – 509. Select the correctly spelt word.
Souvenir – Something kept or serving as a reminder of a (a) Suddenly (b) Sudenly
place, person or occasion. (c) Sudenlly (d) Suddenlly
Symbolise – The use of symbols to represent ideas or SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II
qualities Ans. (a) : Out of the given options, only 'suddenly' is
Sympathetic – Showing that you understand other spelt correctly. It means 'Abruptly'.
peoples feeling , especially their problems. Thus, the correct answer is options (a).

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510. Select the incorrectly spelt word. 516. Select the option that corrects the misspelt
(a) Injury (b) Thrust words in the given sentence.
(c) Sheild (d) Attach A number of measres have been sugested by
SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II her.
(a) A number of measrues have been sugessted
Ans. (c) : The word 'sheild' is incorrect because the by her.
correct spelling is 'shield' which means 'armor'. (b) A number of measures have been sujjested by
Thus the correct answer is option (c). her.
511. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. (c) A number of measures have been suggested
(a) Sumpteus (b) Summary by her.
(c) Suffering (d) Sundry (d) A number of mesures have been suggested by
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II her.
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : The word 'Sumpteus' is incorrect. Its correct
spelling is 'Sumptuous' which means 'magnificent'. Ans. (c) : There is no error in the option (c) because
spelling of suggested' and measures are correct while
The other options are - other options are incorrect.
Summary - Essence Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
Sundry - various 517. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). (a) Tongue (b) Heartbeat
512. Select the correctly spelt word. (c) Secratariat (d) Performance
(a) Spacifying (b) Specifing SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
(c) Specifying (d) Specefying Ans. (c) : The word 'Secratariat' is incorrect because the
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II correct spelling is 'Secretariat' It means 'administrative
office'.
Ans. (c) : Out of the given options, only 'specifying' is The other words are-
spelt correctly while other options are incorrect. Thus, the Performance – Execution
correct answer is options (c). Heartbeat – Sound of heart
513. Select the correctly spelt word. Tongue – Accents
(a) Magestic (b) Flexibal Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(c) Stringent (d) Faltoring 518. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I (a) Chauffeur (b) specielist
Ans. (c) : Out of the given words, only stringent, is (c) Anchor (d) Compere
spelt correctly. It means stiff. The other options are SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
incorrect. Ans. (b) : The word 'Specielist' is incorrect because the
Thus, the correct answer is option (c) correct spelling 'specialist' which means expert.
The other words are -
514. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Chauffeur - motor Driver
(a) Symtoms (b) Pilgrim Compere - familiarization
(c) Progress (d) Mystery 519. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I (a) Autopsy (b) Anonymous
Ans. (a) : The word 'symtoms' is incorrect because the (c) Indefatigable (d) Supercede
correct spelling is 'symptoms' which means SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
characteristics. Ans. (d) : 'Super cede' is incorrect spelt because the
The other words are - correct spelling is 'supersede', which means transgress.
Pilgrim - Traveler of holy place The other words are-
Progress - development Autopsy postmortem / anonymous - Nameless.
Mystery - Enigma In defatigable Tireless.
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
515. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 520. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(a) Stationery (b) Stratagy (a) superior (b) superstition
(c) Statutory (d) Stationary (c) superflous (d) supreme
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (c)
Ans. (b) : The word 'stratagy' is incorrect because the 'superflous'. The correctly spelt word is - Superfluous
correct spelling is 'Strategy' means politics. means - 'more than is sufficient or required'.
The other words are - The other options are correctly spelt.
Stationery - writing goods Superior - Elevated,
Statutory - legal Superstition - Vagary,
Stationary - stagnant / stable Supreme - Uppermost,
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Hence, the correct answer is option (c).

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521. Select the incorrectly spelt word. 526. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Suspicion (b) Saspence (a) taelant (b) cleaver
(c) Suppress (d) Secrecy (c) centiment (d) serenity
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Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given Ans. (d): The correctly spelt word is option (d)
options is (b) 'saspence'. The correctly spelt word is 'serenity' which means - 'a state of being calm,
'suspense' which means - 'a feeling of worry or peaceful a untroubled.
easement that you have when you feel that something is The other correct options are -
going to happen'. Talent - Genius, Clever - Crafty,
The other options are correctly spelt - Sentiment - Emotion,
Suspicion - Doubt, Thus, the correct option is (d)
Suppress - Stifle, 527. Select the correctly spelt word.
Secrecy - Stealthiness, (a) scissors (b) sweatter
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (c) clattering (d) teribble
522. Select the incorrectly spelt word. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) Chameleon (b) Caterpillar Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word is option (a)
(c) Lizard (d) Scorpeon 'scissors' which means - a small cutting tool with two
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I) sharp blades that are screwed together.
Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (d) The other correct options are -
'Scorpeon'. The correctly spelt word is - 'Scorpion' Sweater - Pullover, cluttering - Huddle,
which means 'a creature which looks like a large insect Terrible - Dire,
and lives in hot countries'. Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
The other options are correctly spelt
528. Select the correctly spelt word.
Chameleon - Chrysotile,
(a) jewlry (b) defnition
Caterpillar - Butterfly.
(c) scramble (d) acceptence
Lizard - Pangolin,
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word is options (c)
523. Select the misspelt word.
(a) strech (b) swallow 'Scramble' which means - 'to fight or move quickly to
(c) sense (d) survey get something which a lot of people want'.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) The other correct options are -
Jewellery - Ornament,
Ans. (a) : The misspelt word is option (a) 'strech'. The Definition - Term,
Correctly spelt word is 'stretch' which means 'to pull Acceptance - Assent,
something so that is becomes longer or wider.
Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
The other options are correctly spelt -
Swallow - Ingest, 529. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Sense - Spirit, (a) Sacrelegious (b) Millennium
Survey - Record, (c) Connoisseur (d) Manoeuvre
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
524. Select the misspelled word. Ans. (a): The wrongly spelt word from the given
(a) lustrous (b) succint options is (a) 'sacrelegious'. The correctly spelt word is
(c) dilemma (d) enigmatic 'Socrilegious' which means - an act of treating a holy
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) thing or place without respect.
Ans. (b) : The misspelt word from the given options is Millennium - Millenary,
(b) 'succint'. The correctly spelt word is 'Succinct' Connoisseur - Sampler
which means - 'said clearly' in a few words'. Manoeuvre - Proficiency,
The other options are correctly spelt - Thus, the correct options is (a).
Lustrous - Shiny, 530. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Dilemma - Doubt, (a) whimsical (b) contiguous
Enigmatic - Mysterious, (c) spectaculer (d) adjacent
Thus, the correct answer is options (b). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I)
525. Select the misspelled word. Ans. (c): The wrongly spelt word is option (c)
(a) acquaint (b) spectacles 'spectaculer' the correct spelling is 'spectacular' which
(c) superceed (d) restaurant means - 'very impressive to see.
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) The other options are correctly spelt -
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given Whimsical - Freak,
options is (c) 'Superceed'. The correct spelling is Contiguous - Embodied,
'Supercedes' which means - 'to cause to be set aside'. Adjacent - Imminent,
The other options are correctly spelt - Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
Acquaint - Deputize, 531. Select the correctly spelt word.
Spectacles - Eyeglasses, (a) saprate (b) separete
Restaurant - Canteen, (c) saperate (d) separate
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d): The correctly spelt word from the given The other options are correctly spelt -
options is (d) 'Separate' which means - ' to keep people Succumb - Truckle,
or things apart'. Success - Prosperity,
The other options are incorrectly spelt. Succulent - Lush,
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
532. Select the wrongly spelt word. 537. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(a) Scenary (b) Scarce (a) Popularly (b) Sincearly
(c) Scheme (d) Scanty (c) Beggarly (d) Jocularly
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): The wrongly spelt word is options (a) Ans. (b) : The wrongly spelt word is option (b)
'Scenary'. The correctly spelt word is 'scenery;' which 'Sincearly'. the correctly spelt word is 'sincereley'
means 'The natural beauty that you see around you in which means 'honestly and without pretending or
country'. lying'.
Scarce - Short, The other options are correctly spelt-
Scheme - Plan, Popularly - Famously,
Scanty - Meager, Beggarly - Indigent,
thus, the correct answer is option (a). Jocularly - Humorous,
533. Select the wrongly spelt word. Thus, the correct answer is option is options (b).
(a) settle (b) satallite 538. Select the word with the incorrect spelling
(c) satiate (d) session (a) Ascertain (b) Denounce
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Systemetic (d) Combination
Ans. (b): The wrongly spelt word from the given SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
options is (b) 'satallite'. The correctly spelt word is Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (c)
'satellite' which means - 'a moon, planet ro machine that 'systemetic'. The correctly spelt word is 'systematic'
orbits a planet or star'. which means - 'doing using a fixed plan or method.
The other options are correctly spelt. The other options are incorrectly spelt-
Settle - Dwell, Ascertain - Ensure,
Satiate - Satisfy, Denounce - Impute,
Session - sitting, Combination - Annexation,
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
534. Select the wrongly spelt word. 539. In the following question, a word has been
(a) Simulation (b) Synthetic written in four different ways out of which only
(c) Simultaneoues (d) Stylistics one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I) word.
Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word is option (c) (a) Secratary (b) Secretery
'simultaneoues'. The correctly spelt word is (c) Secratery (d) Secretary
'simultaneous' which means - 'happening or done at SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I)
exactly the same time as something else. Ans. (d) The correctly spelt word from the given
The other options are correctly spelt - options is (d) 'Secretary' which means - an officer of an
Simulation - Fake, organization or society responsible for its records and
Synthetic - Artificial, correspondence.
Stylistics - Bombastic, The other options are incorrectly spelt
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
535. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 540. In the following Question, a word has been
(a) Excess (b) Supportors written in four different ways out of which only
(c) Inclusion (d) Discriminatory one is correctly spelled. Select the correct
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III) spelled word
Ans. (b): The incorrectly spelt word from the given (a) Sicondary (b) Secondiry
options is (b) 'Supportors' which means - 'a person who (c) Secondary (d) Secondory
gives supports to someone or something'. SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III)
Excess - Spare, Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word from the given
Discriminatory - Electoral, options is (c) 'secondary' which means - 'less important
Inclusion - meeting than something else?
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). The other options are incorrectly spelt-
536. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(a) Succumb (b) Success 541. In the following Question, a word has been
(c) Surender (d) Succulent written in four different ways out of which only
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III) one is correctly spelled. Select the correct
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (c) spelled word
'Surender'. The correctly spelt wond is 'Surrender', (a) Strength (b) Strenth
Which means' to stop fighting and admit that you have (c) Stringth (d) Strentgh
lost'. SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (a): The correctly spelt word from the given 547. Select the correctly spelt word.
options is (a) 'strength' which means -' the quality or (a) Supplimantry (b) Supplimentry
state of being strong'. (c) Supplementary (d) Supplemantry
The other options are incorrectly spelt. SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt, word from the given
542. In the following question, a word has been options is (c) 'supplementary' which means - 'provided
written in four different ways out of which only in addition to something else in order to improve or
one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt complete it'. The other options are incorrectly spelt.
word. Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(a) Sukceed (b) Succed 548. Select the wrongly spelt word.
(c) Sucede (d) Succeed (a) Secretary (b) Suspicous
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III) (c) Sustain (d) Schedule
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
options is (d) 'Succeed' which means 'to manage to Ans. (b) : The wrongly spelt word from the given
achieve what you want to do'. The other option..... options is (b) 'suspicous', the correctly spelt word is
543. In the following question, a word has been 'suspicious' which means - 'that makes you full that
written in four different ways out of which only something is wrong, dishonest or illegal.
one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt The other options are correctly spelt -
word. Secretary - Front Bencher,
(a) Sponsor (b) Esponsor Sustain - keep
(c) Sponser (d) Sponcer Schedule - curriculum,
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Ans. (a) : The correct spelt word from the given
options is (a) 'Sponsor' which means- a person or an T
organization that helps to pay for a special sports
event. 549. Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
The other options are incorrectly spelt. (a) Locker (b) Rift
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). (c) Tihgt (d) Stock
544. In the following question, a word has been SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
written in four different ways out of which only Ans. (c) : For the above given options, the incorrectly
one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt spelt word is 'Tihgt' because it correct form is 'Tight'
word. which means 'narrow'
(a) Satelite (b) Sattelite
(c) Satellite (d) Sattellite Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II) 550. Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given (a) Molest (b) Called
options is (c) 'Satellite' which means - an electronic (c) Reflect (d) Temparory
device that is sent into space and moves around the SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
earth or another planet for a particular purpose'.
The other options are incorrectly spelt. Ans. (d) : The above given options are correctly spelt
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). except options (d) 'Temparory'. The correctly spelt word
545. Select the correctly spelt word. is 'Temporary.'
(a) Separate (b) Succesful Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(c) Seige (d) Superfisial 551. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Sentence (b) Artificial
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word is option (a) (c) Tendancy (d) Matrimony
'Separate' which means - 'to set or keep apart'.
The other correct options are- SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
Successful - Prosperous, Ans. (c) : In the given options, 'Tendancy' is the
Siege - Blockade, incorrectly spelt word.
Superficial - Flimsy, The correct spelling is– Tendency which means– an
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). inclination to do something.
546. Select the correctly spelt word. The meaning of other options is–
(a) Scienctific (b) scientific Sentence :- pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a
(c) Scientefic (d) Sceintific court of law.
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I) Artificial :- unread, counterfeit.
Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt from the given options is Matrimony :- spousal relationship.
(b) 'scientific' which means - 'relating' to science, or 552. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
using the organized methods of science'. The other (a) Thretened (b) Thermometer
options are incorrectly spelt. (c) Thanksgiving (d) Throughout
Thus, the correct answer is options (b). SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (a) : The word 'Thretened' is incorrect because the 558. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
correct spelling is 'Threatened' which means (a) aggravate (b) titilate
'menace/Bluster'. (c) mediate (d) initiate
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (b)
553. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Fatal (b) Taccal 'titilate'. The correctly spelt word is 'Titillate' which
(c) Brutal (d) Metal means -
'to excite or interest somebody deliberately, especially
SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III in a sexual way'.
Ans. (b) : The word 'Taccal' is incorrect because the The other options are correctly spelt-
correct spelling is 'Tackle' it means 'deal with'. Aggravate - Foment,
Other words are- Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
Fatal - Deadly 559. Select the misspelt word.
Brutal - Ferocious (a) tyrrany (b) vicious
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (c) resistance (d) pursue
554. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(a) Tution (b) Manners Ans. (a): The misspelt word from the given options is
(c) Circuit (d) Genuine (a) 'Tyrrany'. The correctly spelt word is 'Tyranny' a
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I person or small group to control a country or state.
Ans. (a) : The word 'Tution' is incorrect because the The other options are correctly spelt -
correct spelling is 'Tuition' which means teach/preach. Vicious - Roguish,
The other words are - Resistance - Opposition,
Manners - Decorum Pursue - Follow,
Circuit - circle Thus, the correct options is (a).
Genuine - original 560. Select the correctly spelt word.
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). (a) tuetion (b) tuttion
(c) tuition (d) tution
555. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Longitude (b) Manners SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) Contrary (d) Terribal Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II options is (c) 'Tuition' which means - 'teaching'
especially to a small group of people.
Ans. (d) : The word 'Terribal' is incorrect because the The other options are incorrectly spelt.
correct spelling is 'Terrible' which means horrible'. Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
The other words are -
561. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Longitude - compass
(a) trenquility (b) schedule
Manners - courtesy / Decorum
(c) acceleration (d) vacuum
Contrary - protest
Thus the correct answer is option (d). SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a): The incorrectly spelt word is option (a)
556. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt work. 'Trenquility'. The correctly spelt word is 'Tranquility'
(a) Temprate (b) Cooperate which means - 'a feeling of calm'.
(c) Syndicate (d) Contemplate The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III Schedule - Program,
Ans. (a) : The word 'Temprate' is incorrect because the Acceleration - Rapidity,
correct spelling is 'Temperate' mean 'Sober'. Vacuum - Void,
The other words are - Thus, the correct answer is options (a).
Cooperate - collaborate 562. Select the correctly spelt word.
Syndicate - organization (a) turbulance (b) turbulense
(c) turbulence (d) terbulence
Contemplate - ponder SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Ans. (c): The correctly spelt word from the given
557. Select the incorrectly spelt word. options is (c) 'Turbulence' which means - 'great
(a) disappear (b) until commotion or agitation'.
(c) twelth (d) temperature The other options are incorrectly spelt.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given 563. Select the wrongly spelt word.
options is (c) 'Twelth'. The correctly spelt word is (a) trivial (b) tution
'Twelfth'. (c) tyranny (d) typical
The other options are correctly spelt- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Disappear - Evanesce, Ans. (b): The wrongly spelt word is option (b) 'Tution'.
Until - During, The correctly spelt word is 'Tuition' which means -
Temperature - Climate, 'teaching' especially to a small group of people'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). The other options are correctly spelt-
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Trivial - niggard, 569. Choose the correctly spelt word.
Tyranny - Victimization (a) lgnorence (b) Interupt
Typical - Tentative, (c) Thriller (d) Colaborate
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II)
564. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Ans. (c) : The correctly spelt word from the given
(a) Tumulttous (b) Trousseau options is (c) 'thriller' which means - 'a type of mystery
(c) Belligerent (d) Pharmaceutical with a few key differences'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) The other correct options are-
Ans. (a) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (a) Ignorance - Insensibility,
'Tumulttous'. The correctly spelt word is 'Tumultuous'. Interrupt - Hindrance,
Which means - 'very noisy' because people are excite'. Collaborate - Cooperate,
The other options are correctly spelt. Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
Trousseau - attire,
Belligerent - Truculent, U
Pharmaceutical - medicine,
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). 570. Select the correct spelling of the underlined
565. Select the correctly spelt word. word from the options.
(a) Tution (b) Tuition She is the most underated cricketer in the
(c) Tiution (d) Tuetion country.
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) underateed (b) underrated
Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given (c) undderated (d) underatted
option is (b) 'Tuition' which means- 'the activity of SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
teaching, especially to small groups of students'. Ans. (b) : The correct spelling of the above undrlined
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). word is option (b) 'Underrated' which means
566. Select the correctly spelt word. 'Undrvalue;
(a) Tendency (b) Tyeranny Spelling of other options are not correct.
(c) Twelth (d) Tommorow 571. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III) (a) Incriminating (b) Embodiment
Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word from the given (c) Unpretensious (d) Cancellation
options is (a) 'Tendency' which means - 'a typical or SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
repeated habit, action, or belief'. Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
The other correct options are - options is (c) 'unpretensious'. The correctly spelt word is
Tyranny - Enormity, - 'Unpretentious' which means - 'not trying to appear
Twelfth - Twelve in number more special or important than you really are'. (simple)
Tomorrow - The next day The other options are correctly spelt-
Thus, the correct answer is options (a). Incriminating - Impeach,
567. Select the correctly spelt word. Embodiment - Incarnation,
(a) Temparary (b) Threshold Canclelation - Rescission,
(c) Temparature (d) Tachnique thus, the correct answer is options (c).
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II) 572. Select the misspelled word.
Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given (a) userp (b) unique
option is (b) 'Threshold' which means - 'the ground at (c) impeach (d) implore
the entrance to a room or building'. SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
The other options are incorrect, the correct spelling is -
Temporary - Mutable, Ans. (a) : The misspelt word is options (a) 'Userp'. The
Temperature - heat, correctly spelt word is 'Usurp' which means ' to seize
Technique - method, and hold in possession by force or without right'.
Thus, the correct answer is options (b). The other options are correctly spelt -
568. Select the wrongly spelt word. Unique - peerless,
(a) Rogue (b) Argue impeach - charge,
(c) Toungue (d) Vague Implore - Beseech/Prey,
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is options (a).
Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word from the given 573. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
options is (c) 'Toungue'. The correctly spelt word is (a) Recurrent (b) Unpretensious
'Tongue' which means - 'the soft, movable part in the (c) Dilemma (d) Excellence
mouth that is used for tasting food. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II)
The other options are correctly spelt- Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (b)
Rogue - Rascal, 'Unpretensious'. The correctly spelt word is
Argue - Infer/Debate, 'Unpretentious' which means- 'not trying to appear
Vague - Obscure, more special or important than you really are'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). (Simple)
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The other options are correctly spelt- The other options are correctly spelt.
Recurrent - Periodic, Anxious - Curious,
Dilemma - Doubt, Moisture - Humidity,
Excellence - Superiority, Mimic - Imitator,
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
574. Select the correctly spelt word. 579. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Undoutedly (b) Uniique (a) wengence (b) vengance
(c) Unforgatable (d) Unfortunately (c) wengeance (d) vengeance
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word is opiton (d) Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given
'Unfortunately' which means - 'with bad luck'. options is (d) 'vengeance'; which means - ' a desire for
The other correct options are - revenge. (Vendetta)
Undoubtedly - certainly, The other options are incorrectly spelt.
Unique - Rare, Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
Unforgettable - Memorable, 580. Select the wrongly spelt word.
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). (a) eager (b) beggar
(c) Violance (d) value
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III)
V Ans. (c): The wrongly spelt word is options (c)
575. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 'Violance'. The correctly spelt word is 'Violence' which
(a) Consonant (b) Similar means - 'the use of physical force so as to injure, abuse
(c) Treasure (d) Vaccenation or destroy'.
SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I) The other options are correctly spelt-
Eager - Avid,
Ans. (d) : In the above options, option (d) 'vaccenation' Beggar - mendicant,
is used incorrectly spelt word. Value - Cost/Price,
The correct word is– vaccinations which means– Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
'inoculation'. 581. Select the wrongly spelt word.
The meaning of other options is– (a) video (b) voluntary
Consonant :- harmonic (c) voracous (d) valour
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Treasure :- a collection of precious things. Ans. (c) : The wrongly spelt word is option (c)
576. The given sentence has an error which has been 'Voracous'. The correctly spelt word is 'voracious'
underlined. The underlined word is given as which means 'eating or wanting large amounts of food'.
options with some changes. The other options are correctly spelt -
Select the option that rectifies the error. Video - Television,
Voluntary - unbidden/Spontaneous,
She vaccillates a lot while making any decision. Valour - Bravery,
(a) vacillattes (b) vasillates Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
(c) vacilates (d) vacillates 582. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) (a) Exterminated (b) Voilence
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence 'vacillate' will be used (c) Unmongeable (d) wilderness
in place of underlined word vacillates. Other options SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
spelling is wrongly spelt. Hence option (d) will be Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is options (b)
correct. 'Voilence'. The correctly spelt word is 'Violence' which
Correct Sentence - means - 'the use of physical force so as to injure, abuse
She vacillates a lot while making any decision. or destroy.
The other options are correctly spelt -
577. Select the correctly spelt word. Exterminated - destruct,
(a) Metalic (b) Vigorously Unmanageable - Awkward,
(c) Crystalisation (d) Carying Wilderness - Forest
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
Ans. (b) : Out of the given option only 'vigorously' is
spelt correctly while other options are incorrect. W
Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
583. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the
578. Select the incorrectly spelt word. given sentence.
(a) Anxious (b) Moisture It is wierd to overreact on the consequences
(c) Mimic (d) Vishious like this, it didn’t even matter at the end of the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) day.
Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (d) (a) Matter (b) Wierd
'Vishious'. The correctly spelt word is 'vicious' which (c) Consequences (d) Overreact
means - 'Cunning/sly''. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word of the above given Ans. (b) : The word 'Whitan' is incorrect because the
sentence is option (b) 'Wierd'. The correctly spelt word correct spelling 'whiten' means to make white.
is 'wired'. The other words are -
584. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Hasten - rush / Hurry up
(a) Cradle (b) Fruitful Enlighten - Notify / Glitter
(c) Wilfull (d) Unction Brighten - glisten
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) Thus, the correct answer is options (b).
Ans. (c) : In the above options, option (c) 'wilfull' is 591. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
wrongly spelt its correct spelling will be 'willful' . other (a) governor (b) conductor
option is correct. (c) inspector (d) waitor
585. Choose the incorrently spelt word. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) WASSE (b) FITTER Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (d)
(c) COURIET (d) COURSE 'waitor'. The correctly spelt word is 'waiter' which
means - a man whose job is to serve customers at their
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I) tables in a restaurant'.
Ans. (a) : In the above options, option (a) 'wasse' is the other options are correctly spelt-
incorrectly spelt. Its correct spelling is 'wisse'. Other Inspector - Investigator,
options are not correct. Governor - ruler,
586. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Conductor - Check taker,
(a) Develop (b) Occur Thus, the correct answer is options (d).
(c) Regulate (d) Writting 592. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II (a) Cerebral (b) Scrutinize
(c) Withdrawl (d) Arbitrary
Ans. (d) : The word 'writting' is incorrect because the SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
correct spelling 'writing'.
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is options (c)
Develop - Progress/Evolve 'withdrawl'. The correctly spelt word is 'withdrawal'
Occur - Happen which means - 'moving or being moved back or away
Regulate - Govern from a place'
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). The other options are correctly spelt-
587. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Cerebral - Medullary,
(a) Complaint (b) Worried Scrutinize - Check,
(c) Warior (d) Passenger Arbitrary - Licentious,
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
593. Select the correctly spelt word.
Ans. (c) : The word 'warior' is incorrect because the (a) Witness (b) Wisdum
correct spelling is 'Warrior' it means 'Fighter'. Thus, the (c) Wimper (d) Welth
correct answer is option (c) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I)
588. Select the correctly spelt word. Ans. (a) : The correctly spelt word in option (a)
(a) Recieive (b) Prepair 'witness' which means - 'a person who sees something
(c) Cansel (d) Weird happen and who can tell other people about it later'.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III The other correct options are -
Ans. (d) : The word 'weird' is correct spelt which means Wisdom - Sagacity,
'peculiar'. The other options are incorrect. Whimper - crying softly,
Thus, the correct answer is options (d). Wealth - money,
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
589. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
594. In the following question, a word has been written
(a) Deceive (b) Leisure
in four different ways out of which only one is
(c) Wellfare (d) Believe
correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III (a) Woolen (b) Woollen
Ans. (c) : The word 'Wellfare' is incorrect because the (c) Wollen (d) Wolen
correct spelling is 'welfare' means 'well being'. SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III)
The other words are - Ans. (b) : The correctly spelt word from the given
Deceive - Betray options is (b) 'Woollen' which means - 'Clothes, made
Leisure - vacation of wool'.
Believe - trust The other options are incorrectly spelt.
Thus, the most appropriate answer is option (c). Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
590. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 595. Select the correctly spelt word.
(a) Hasten (b) Whitan (a) Welfare (b) Wellfare
(c) Enlighten (d) Brighten (c) Wellfair (d) Welfair
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Ans. (a): The correctly spelt word from the given The other options are correctly spelt.
options is (a) 'welfare' which means - 'the general Ceiling - Roof,
health, happiness of a person, (Prosperity)'. The other Grief - Mourning,
options are incorrectly spelt. Niece - Cousin,
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Thus, the correct answer is options (c).
596. Select the correctly spelt word. 601. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(a) Wadnesday (b) Worthwile (a) Victimize (b) Veteran
(c) Wayther (d) Weird (c) Commotion (d) Yern
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : The correctly spelt word from the given Ans. (d) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (d) 'yern'.
options is (d) 'weird' which means - 'strange and The correctly spelt word is 'yearn' which means - 'to
different from anything natural or ordinary'. The other want somebody or something very much, especially
options are incorrect something that you con not have'. (Sulk)
The other correct answer is option (d). The other options are correctly spelt-
Victimize - Excruciate,
X Veteran - Adept,
Commotion - clutter,
597. Select the incorrectly spelt word. Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
(a) Wan (b) Veteran 602. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
(c) Xanial (d) Vie (a) Arena (b) Journal
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Yall (d) Visual
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is options (c) SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
'Xanial'. the correctly spelt word is 'Xenial' which Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is options (c)
means; 'hospitable, especially to visiting strangers or 'Yall'. The correctly spelt word is 'yell' which means- 'to
foreigners'. say something very loudly especially because you are
The other options are correctly spelt - angry, surprised, or trying to get someone's attention.
Veteron - Efficient, (cry)
Wan - washy, The other options are correctly spelt -
Vie - compete Arena - Amphitheater,
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). Journal - Magazine,
598. Select the incorrectly spelt word. visual - Scene,
(a) Climax (b) Vicious Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(c) Xanophobia (d) Adorn
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is options (c)
Z
'Xanophobia'. The correctly spelt word is 'Xenophobia' 603. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
which means - 'a fear or hatred of foreign people and (a) Clutch (b) Zelot
cultures'. (c) Precise (d) Cause
The other options are correctly spelt- SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Climax - Zenith, Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word from the given
Vicious - Impaired, option is (b) 'zelot'. The correctly spelt word is 'zealot'
Adorn - Spruce, which means - 'one who is passionately devoted to
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). cause'. (Bigot)
The other options are correctly spelt-
Y Clutch - Hold,
Precise - Appropriate,
599. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Cause - Reason,
(a) Batch (b) Catch Hence, the correct answer is option (b).
(c) Yatch (d) Snatch
604. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II (a) Kudos (b) Zeast
Ans. (c) : The word 'yatch' is incorrect because the (c) Acute (d) Rare
correct spelling is 'yacht'. SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Thus, the correct answer is options (c). Ans. (b) : The incorrectly spelt word is option (b)
600. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 'zeast'. The correctly spelt word is 'zest' which means -
(a) ceiling (b) grief 'a feeling of enjoyment, excitement and enthusiasm'.
(c) yeild (d) niece The other options are correctly spelt-
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) Kudos - Glory,
Ans. (c) : The incorrectly spelt word is options (c) Acute Intense,
'yeild'. the correctly spelt word is 'yield' which means - Rare - Scantily,
'to produce or provide crops, profits or results'. Hence, the correct answer is option (b).
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09.
ONE WORD SUBSSTITUTION
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(Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 12
CGL (Tier-2) 5
A CHSL (Tier-1) 17
CHSL (Tier-2) 8
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 6 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 11
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
2 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
B CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
3 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 5
CHSL (Tier-1) 8
C CHSL (Tier-2) 6
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 7
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
4 CGL (Tier-1) 4
CGL (Tier-2) 3
D CHSL (Tier-1) 8
CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
5 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 4
E CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 7
6 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 3 (2017–2023)
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F Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 3
7 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
G Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 2
8 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
H Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
9 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 4
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4 (2017–2023)
I SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 3
SSC CPO SI 3
10 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
J Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
11 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
K Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
12 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
L CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 3
13 CGL (Tier-1) 4
CGL (Tier-2) 3
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M CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 3 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
14 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
N CHSL (Tier-2) -
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
15 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
O CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
16 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
P CHSL (Tier-1) 4
CHSL (Tier-2) 8
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 2
17 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
Q CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
18 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
R Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 3
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
19 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 13
CHSL (Tier-2) 5 (2017–2023)
S Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 4
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CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 3
T Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
21 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
U SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
22 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
V Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
23 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
W Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
24 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
X Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI -
25 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
Y SSC MTS -
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI -
26 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Z Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
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Analysis of Questions topicwise from CGL (Pre & Mains) CHSL
(Pre & Mains) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI, SSC MTS, SSC GD &
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09.
ONE WORD SUBSTITUTION
Ans. (c) : 'Atheist' is the suitable word for the above
A given group of words – A person who does not believe
in God'.
1. Choose the word that can substitute the given Meaning of other options –
group of word. A person appointed by two Iconoclast - One who breaks the established traditions
parties to solve a problem. and image.
(a) Jury (b) Advocate Highbrow - A person who is only interested in serious
(c) Judge (d) Arbitrator art or complicated subject.
SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III) Lecher - A man who engage in lechery.
Ans. (d) : For the above given group of words 'A 5. Select the most appropriate word for the given
person appointed by two parties to solve a problem' is group of words.
known as ' Arbitrator'. Open to more than one interpretation, not
Meaning of the other words are – having one obvious meaning
Jury – A body of person appointed to hear evidence and (a) Altercation (b) Ambiguous
give their verdict in trails. (c) Alchemy (d) Amateur
Advocate – A lawyer who defends somebody in court SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
of law. Ans. (b) : For the given group of words, the most
Judge - A person who presides over court proceedings, appropriate option is 'Ambiguous' which means –
either or as a part of a panel of judges. 'having or expressing more than one possible meaning
2. Select the most appropriate word for the given of interpretations; equivocal.
group of words. Altercation - A noisy, heated, angry disputed also
Extreme physical or mental sufferings Alchemy - A form of chemistry in the middle age which
(a) Aviary (b) Autonomy involved trying to discover how to change ordinary
(c) Autocracy (d) Agony metals into gold.
Amateur - An unprofessional who is unqualified or
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
insufficiently skilled for a task or job.
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate word for the given
group of words 'Extreme physical or Mental sufferings 6. Select the option that can be used as a one-
is 'Agony'. word substitute for the given group of words.
Aviary - A place where birds are kept. Life history written by oneself.
Autocracy - A country that is ruled by one person who (a) Autobiography (b) Autocracy
has complete power. (c) Autography (d) Autophagy
Autonomy - The state of being self governing. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II)
3. Choose the word that can substitute the given Ans. (a) : The most appropriate one word substitute for
group of words. the given group of words 'Life history written by one
A government run by a single person self' is 'autobiography'.
(a) Anocracy (b) Gerontocracy Autocracy - A system of government & country in
(c) Bureaucracy (d) Autocracy which one person has complete power.
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II) Autography - A persons own handwriting
Ans. (d) : The meaning of the above given group of Autophagy - A natural process in which body's cell
words is 'Autocracy.' clean ou any danaged or unnecessary components.
Meaning of other options- 7. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Gerontocracy- a state or group or group governed by word substitute for the given group of words.
old people. A large cage, building, or enclosure to keep
Bureaucracy- a system of government by a large birds
number of officials who are not elected. (a) Apiary (b) Burrow
4. Choose the word that can substitute the given (c) Aviary (d) Dormitory
group of words. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
A person who does not believe in God Ans. (c) : The most appropriate ‘one-word substitute for
(a) Iconoclast (b) Highbrow the given group of words ‘A large cage, building , or
(c) Atheist (d) Lecher enclosure to keep birds’ is Aviary.
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Apiary - A place where bees are kept and managed for 12. Select the option that can be used as a one-
the purpose of raising bees. word substitute for the given group of words.
Burrow - Excavation, Hole. A fictional being from another world
Dormitory - Living quarters. (a) Foreigner (b) Alien
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). (c) Stranger (d) Native
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
8. Choose the word that can substitute the given
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘A fictional
group of words. being form another world’. Option (b) Alien is
A person who given up their beliefs appropriate one word.
(a) Misanthrope (b) Versatle Foreigner - A person who belongs to a country that is
(c) Apostate (d) Crusade not your own.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I) Stranger - A person that you do not know
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words "A person who Native - A person who was born in a particular place.
has given up their beliefs", option (c) 'Apostate' is 13. Select the option that can be used as a one-
appropriate one word. word substitute for the given group of words.
9. Select the most appropriate 'one word' for the Sharpness and accuracy of judgment
expression given below. (a) Experience (b) Estimation
Study of human being and their ancestors (c) Knowledge (d) Acumen
through time. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
(a) Anthropology (b) Physiology Ans. (d) : For the above group of the words ‘ Sharpness
and accuracy of Judgment’. Option (d) acumen is
(c) Biology (d) Ethnology
appropriate one word. Other options have different
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I) meaning.
Ans. (a) : In the above group of word 'Study of human Experience - The knowledge and skill that you have
being and their ancestors through time' is option (a) gained through doing something for a period of time.
'Anthropology' gives an appropriate meaning. Other Estimation - Opinion of someone or something.
options give different meaning. Knowledge - A state of knowing about a particular
Biology → the scientific study of living things fact or situation.
Ethnology → the scientific study and comparision of 14. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Human races. word substitute for the given group of words.
To walk aimlessly
Physiology → the scientific study of Low living things (a) Slither (b) Amble
function. (c) Crawl (d) Sprint
10. Select the option that can be used as a one- SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
word substitute for the given group of words. Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘To walk
A tank for fish or water plants aimlessly’ option (b) Amble is appropriate one word.
(a) Aquarium (b) Museum Other options have different meaning.
(c) Reservoir (d) Aviary Slither – To move by sliding from side to side along the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III ground like a snake
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words ‘A tank for fish Crawl – To move slowly with your body on or close to
the ground, or on your hands and knees.
or water plants’, option (a) Aquarium is appropriate one
word. 15. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words.
11. Select the option that can be used as a one- A glass container to keep fish
word substitute for the given group of words. (a) Atrium (b) Vase
A remedy to counteract the effects of poison (c) Aquarium (d) Beaker
(a) Antibody (b) Antidote SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
(c) Antiseptic (d) Antibiotic Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘ A glass
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II container to keep fish’, option (C) Aquarium is
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words ‘A’ remedy to appropriate one word.
counteract the effects of poison’, option (b) Antidote is Atrium - A large open central area in public or
appropriate one word. Other options have different commercial building.
Vase - A container that is used for holding cut flowers.
meaning. Aquarium - A glass container filled with water in which
Antibody - A protective protein produced by the fish and water animals are kept.
immune system in response to the presence of a foreign
substance. 16. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words.
Antiseptic - A liquid or cream prevents a cat etc from One who is not sure about God's existence
becoming infected. (a) Agnostic (b) Anchor
Antibiotic - A medicine which is used for destroying (c) Pantheist (d) Haggard
bacteria and caring infections. SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II
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Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, one who is not Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, option (b)
sure about God’s existence, option (a) Agnostic is Arson is appropriate one word. Other options have
appropriate one word. different meaning.
Anchor - To fix something firmly so that it cannot move Agrarian – Connected with farming and the use of land
Pantheist - A person who belives in many or all gods. for farming.
Haggard - Looking very tired because of illness. Ambush – A surprise attack from a hidden position.
17. Select the option that can be used as a one- Apex –The top or highest part of something.
word substitute for the given group of words. 21. Select the option that can be used as a one-
A person who believes in or tries to bring about word substitute for the given group of words.
a state of lawlessness One who is hostile and violent
(a) Ephemeral (b) Deluge (a) Idle (b) Aggressive
(c) Gazette (d) Anarchist (c) Legendary (d) Agreeable
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (d): For the above group of words, ‘A person who Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘one who is
believes in or tries to bring about a state of lawlessness’, hostile and violent’, option (b) Aggressive is
option (d) Anarchist is appropriate one word. appropriate one word.
Ephemeral - Lasting or used for only a short period of Idle - Not working or being used
time. Legendary - Very famous and admired or spoken about
Deluge - A sudden very heavy fall of rain. Agreeable - Able to be accepted by everyone
Gazette - A word used in the titles of some newspaper. 22. Select the option that can be used as a one-
18. Select the option that can be used as a one- word substitute for the given group of words.
word substitute for the underlined group of A place where government records are kept
words. (a) Cloakroom (b) Cache
Several literary pieces of the Old English (c) Hangar (d) Archive
period are written by authors whose names are SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
not known. Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, options (d)
(a) Anonymous (b) Undercover Archive is appropriate one word.
(c) Anomalies (d) Renowned Cloakroom - A room near the entrance to building
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I where you can leave your coat, bags, etc.
Cache - A hiding place especially one in the ground, for
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined group of words
ammunition, food, treasures.
‘whose names are not known’, option (a) Anonymous is
appropriate one word. Other options have different Hangar - A big building where planes are kept.
meaning 23. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Undercover - Working done secretly in order to find out word substitute for the given group of words.
information for the police. Become less intense or widespread
Anomalies - something that is different from what is (a) Ablaze (b) Abate
normal or usual. (c) Abide (d) Abode
Renowned - Famous for something. SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
19. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘Become less
word substitute for the given group of words. intense or widespread’ , option (b) Abate is appropriate
Formally put an end to a system, practice, or one word.
institution Ablaze - In the process of burning on fire
(a) Kill (b) Destroy Abide - Be able to tolerate (someone or something)
(c) Abolish (d) Stop Abode - The place where you live
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I 24. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, option (C) word substitute for the given group of words.
Abolish is appropriate one word. Person who is not an expert in a field of art or
Kill - To make somebody die. music
Destroy - To damage something so badly that it can no (a) Amateur (b) Patron
longer be used. (c) Eccentric (d) Pariah
Stop - To finish doing something that you were doing. SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
20. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘ Person who
word substitute for the given group of words. is not an expert in a field of art or music’ option (a)
Deliberately and maliciously set something Amateur is appropriate one word.
(buildings usually) on fire Patron - A person who support with money, gifts,
(a) Agrarian (b) Arson efforts etc.
(c) Ambush (d) Apex Eccentric - Strange or unusual behavior of somebody.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I Pariah - A person who is not accepted by a social group.
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25. Select the option that can be used as a one- (a) programmer (b) disc jockey
word substitute for the given group of words. (c) anchor (d) actor
Lack of feeling SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) Empathy (b) Apathy Ans. (c) : The above group of words' A person who
(c) Telepathy (d) Sympathy presents and acts as a link in a radio or news
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III programme called - Anchor
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words’, ‘Lack of The meaning of the other options is -
feeling option (b) ‘Apathy’ is appropriate one word. Disc jockey - person who plays popular music
Other options have different meaning. Programmer - A person whose job is writing programs
Empathy - The ability to understand and share the for computers.
feeling of another. Actor- A person who performs on the stage, on the
Telepathy - The ability to know what is in someone television or in films movies.
else's mind. 30. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Sympathy - An Understanding of other people's feeling word substitute for the given group of words.
especially their problems. A person who presents a radio/television
26. Select the option that can be used as a one- programme.
word substitute for the given group of words. (a) Idol (b) Anchor
The branch of physics concerned with the (c) Speaker (d) Star
properties of sound SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) Optics (b) Photonics Ans. (b) : Above group of words 'A person who
(c) Mechanics (d) Acoustics presents a radio/television programme would be -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) 'Anchor (displayer)'.
The meaning of other options -
Ans. (d) : Above group of word's The branch of physics
Star- A large ball of burning gas in space that we see as
of sound means - Acoustics. a point of light in the sky at night.
Hence option (d) 'Acoustics' would be oppropirate other Idol- A person or thing that is loved and admired very
options- much.
Machanics- A person whose job is repairing machines,
especially the engines of vehicles. 31. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Photonics - It is the physical science of light waves. word substitute for the given group of words.
Optics - the scientific study of sight and light. One who does not believe in the existence of
God.
27. Select the option which means the same as the (a) Atheist (b) Cynic
group of words given. (c) Anarchist (d) Egotist
Animal that can live both on land and in water SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) Arboreal (b) Amphibian Ans. (a) : Above group of words, 'One who does not
(c) Vertebrate (d) Mammal believe in the existence of god' - 'Atheist' (Atheist).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I) Other options have different meaning-
Ans. (b) : Above group of word's Animal that can live Cynic- A person who does not believe that something
both on land and in water' would be ambhibian. good will happen.
The meaning of the other options is- Anarchist - A person who believes that laws and
Vertebrate - (of an animal) having bone. government are not necessary.
Arboreal - relating to tree; living in trees. 32. Select the most appropriate one-word
Mammal - Any animal of which the female feeds her substitution for the given words.
young on milk from her own body. A government by the nobles
28. Select the option that can be used as a one- (a) Democracy (b) Oligarchy
word substitute for the given group of words. (c) Aristocracy (d) Monarchy
One who disbelieves the existence of God SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(a) Polytheist (b) Atheist Ans. (c) : The above group of word's A government by
(c) Monotheist (d) Theologist nobles' - Aristocracy.
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III Aristocracy would be appropriate one word.
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘ One who Other options have different meaning-
disbelieves the existence of God’ option (b) Atheist is Democracy - A system of government in which all the
appropriate one word. Other options have different people of a country can vote to elect their
meaning. representative.
Polytheist - Someone who believes in many god. Oligarchy - A form of government in which only a
Monotheist - Someone who believes that there is only small group of people hold all the power.
one god. Monarchy - The system of government or rule by a
king or queen.
Theologist - Someone who is learned in theology or
who speculates about theology. 33. Select the most appropriate one-word
substitution for the given words.
29. Select the word which means the same as the A partner in crime
group of words given. (a) Accomplice (b) Alibi
A person who presents and acts as a link in a (c) Amateur (d) Agent
radio or news programme SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
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Ans. (a) : Above group of words- Ans. (c) Given group of words, 'A person who is
'A partner in crime' - Accomplice. trained for travelling into space' is - Astronaut.
Hence, option (a) 'Accomplice' will be appropriate. The meaning of other options-
Other options have different meaning- Scientist - A person who studies one or more of the
Amateur - A person who is not skilled. natural science (for e.g. physics, chemistry)
Alibi - An excuse for something that you have done Physicist - A scientist who studies physics.
wrong. Pilot - A person who operates the controls of an
Agent - A person whose job is to act for, or manage aircraft, especially as a job.
the affairs of other people in business etc. 38. Select the most appropriate word which means
34. Select the word which means the same as the the same as the group of words given.
group of words given. Extreme mental or physical suffering
A person who does not believe in God (a) agony (b) acute
(a) spiritualist (b) atheist (c) rapture (d) ecstasy
(c) hypocrite (d) sceptic SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Ans. (a) : Given group of words, 'extreme mental or
Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'A person who physical suffering, is - Agony. The meaning of the
does not believe in god - Atheist Hence, option (b) other options is -
Atheist would be appropriate. Acute - intelligent and quick to notice and understand
Other options have different meaning- things.
Hypocrite - A person who pretends to have moral Rapture - a feeling of extreme pleasure and happiness.
standards or opinion that they do not actually have. (delight)
Sceptic - A person who usually doubts that claims or Ecstasy - bliss, a feeling or state of very great
statements are true, especially those that other people happiness.
believe in.
39. Select the word which means the same as the
35. Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
group of words given. A person appointed by two parties to resolve a
Branch of physics dealing with the properties dispute
of sound (a) broker (b) valuer
(a) mechanics (b) radiation (c) auditor (d) arbitrator
(c) acoustics (d) audition SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ans. (d) : Given group of words, 'A person appointed
Ans. (c) : The above group of words, branch of by two parties to resolve a dispute is - Arbitrator.
physics dealing with the properties of sound' - The meaning of the other options-
Acoustics. Valuer - a person whose job is to estimate how much
One word 'acoustics' would be appropriate. Other property, land, etc is worth.
options have different meaning. Auditor - A person who officially examines the
Mechanics - A person whose job is repairing business and financial records of a company.
machines, especially the engines of vehicles. Broker - A person who buys and sells things for other
Radiateion - powerful and very dangerous rays that are people.
sent out from radioactive substances.
Audition - A short performance given by an actor, a 40. Select the word which means the same as the
singer etc. group of words given.
A place for storing guns and military
36. In the following question, out of the four
equipment
alternative, select the alternative which is the (a) apiary (b) arsenal
best substitute of the phrase.
(c) archive (d) aviary
Killing of birds
(a) Herbicide (b) Avicide SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Vulpicide (d) Matricide Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'a place for
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 storing guns and military equipment is - Arsenal. The
Ans. (b) The above group of words 'killing of birds meaning of other options-
means - Avicide. Apiary - A place where bees are kept.
The meaning of the other words- Archive - A collection of historical documents or
Herbicide- a chemical that is poisonous to plants, used records of a government.
to kill plants that are growing where they are not aviary - A large building for keeping birds.
wanted. 41. Select one word substitution for the given
Vulpicide - A person killing a fox by means other than words.
those of hunting with hounds. To give up the throne
Matricide - the crime of killing your mother. (a) bequeath (b) usurp
37. Select the most appropriate one-word (c) consign (d) abdicate
substitution for the given group of words. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
A person who is trained for travelling into space Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'To give up the
(a) scientist (b) physicist throne' is - Abdicate.
(c) astronaut (d) pilot Meaning of other options-
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Consign- to give or send something to somebody.
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Usurp - to take somebody's position and or power 46. Select the most appropriate option that can be
without having the right to do this. used as a one-word substitute for the given
Bequeath - to say in will that you want somebody to group of words.
have your property, money etc after you die. (leave). A list of items to be discussed at a formal
42. Select the word which means the same as the meeting.
group of words given. (a) topics (b) programme
An enclosure to keep the birds in (c) agenda (d) timetable
(a) stable (b) apiary SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) sanctuary (d) aviary Ans : (c) One-word substitution for the given group of
SSC CGL (Tier-I)–06/06/2019 (Shift-I) words. A list of items to be discussed at a formal
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'An enclosure to meeting is - Agenda.
keep the birds in' is - Aviary. The meaning of other words is -
the meaning of the other options- Topic - a subject that you talk, write or learn about.
Stable - a building in which horses are kept. Programme - a plan of things that will be done.
Apiary - a place where bees are kept. Timetable - A detailed plan showing when events or
Sanctuary - an area where wild birds or animals are activities will happen.
protected and encouraged to bread. 47. Select the most appropriate option that can be
43. Select the option which is the most appropriate used as a one-word substitute for the given
one word substitution for the given group of group of words.
words. A sea or stretch of water having many islands.
One who devotes one's life to the welfare of (a) ocean (b) harbour
other people. (c) bay (d) archipelago
(a) alchemist (b) altruist SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) ambassador (d) martyr Ans : (d) One word substitution for the given group of
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) words, 'A sea or stretch of water having many islands' is
Ans : (b) One word substitution for the given group of - Archipelago.
words' one who devotes one's life to the welfare of other Ocean - The mass of salt water that covers most of the
people is - Altruist. earth's surface.
The meaning of the other words- Harbour - A sheltered port where ships can take on or
Alchemist - a person who studied alchemy. discharge cargo.
Ambassador - an official who lives in a foreign country Bay- a part of the sea or of a large lake, partly
as the senior representative. surrounded by a wide curve of the land.
44. Select the option which is the most appropriate 48. Select the option which is the most appropriate
one word substitution for the given group of one word substitution for the given group of
words. words.
One who denies oneself ordinary bodily Statement open to more than one
pleasures. interpretation.
(a) ascetic (b) aesthetic (a) ambidextrous (b) ambushed
(c) atheist (d) theist (c) ambiguous (d) ambrosial
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (a) One word substitution for given group of the Ans : (c) One word substitution of the given group of
words, 'One who denies oneself ordinary bodily words, 'statement open to more than one interpretation
pleasure is 'Ascetic'. is - Ambiguous.
Other words- The meaning of the other words is -
Aesthetic- concerned with beauty and art and the Ambidextrous - able to use the left hand or the right
understanding of beautiful things. hand equally well.
Atheist - A person who believes that god does not exist. Ambushed- to make a surprise attack on somebody/
Theist - A person who believes in the existence of a something from a hidden position.
god. Ambrosial - Having a very pleasant taste or smell.
45. Select the option which is the most appropriate 49. Select the option which is the most appropriate
one word substitution for the given group of one word substitution for the given group of
words. words.
A shortened form of a word or phrase A place where weapones and ammunitions are
(a) abbreviation (b) pseudonym
stored
(c) precis (d) summary
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Godown (b) Museum
Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'A shortened form (c) Arsenal (d) Hangar
of a word or phrase is - Abbreviation. SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
The meaning of the other words - Ans. (c) : One word substitution for the given group of
Precis - A short version of a speech or a piece of writing words, 'A place where weapones and ammunitions are
that gives the main points or idea. stored' is - Arsenal. The meaning of the other words.
Summary - A short statement that gives only the main Godown - a warehouse (building where goods are
points of something, not the detail. stored).
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Hangar - a large building in which aircraft are kept. 54. Select the most appropriate word for the group
Museum - a building in which objects of artistic of words.
cultural historical or scientific interest are kept and An official pardon
shown to the public. (a) regicide (b) redemption
50. Select the option which is the most appropriate (c) amnesty (d) amnesia
one word substitution for the given group of SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
words. Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'An official pardon
Giving up one's authority or throne is - 'Amnesty'.
(a) Abdication (b) Abjection The meaning of other options is -
(c) Abduction (d) Abjuration Regicide - The crime of killing a king or queen
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Redemption - the act of saving or state of being saved
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'Giving up one's from the power of evil.
authority or throne is - Abdication. The meaning of Amnesia - a medical condition in which somebody
other options is - partly or completely loses their memory.
Abjection - a low or downcast state. 55. Select the most appropriate word for the group
Abduction - the act of taking somebody away of words.
illegally, especially using force. Willing to be guided or controlled
Abjuration - giving up, renunciation. (a) abominable (b) amenable
(c) adamant (d) adorable
51. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II)
One who can use both hands efficiently. Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'willing to be
(a) Ambidextrous (b) Skillful guided or controlled is - 'Amenable'.
(c) Genius (d) Ambivalent The meaning of other options is-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) Abominable - Extremely complaisant and causing
disgust.
Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'One who can use
Adamant - determined not to change air mind.
both hands efficiently' is - Ambidextrous. the meaning Adorable - very attractive and easy to feel love for.
of other options is -
Skillful - (of a person) good at doing something 56. Select the word which means the same as the
especially something that a particular ability. group of words given.
Genius - Showing unusually great intelligence. Living in air
Ambivalent - Having or showing both good and bad (a) heavenly (b) feathery
felling about somebody something. (c) aerial (d) visual
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
52. Select the word which means the same as the
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'Living in air' is -
group of words given.
Aerial.
The original inhabitants of a country
(a) slaves (b) immigrants The meaning of the other options is-
Heavenly - Connected with the heaven.
(c) aborigines (d) residents
Feathery - Light and soft.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III) Visual - Connected with seeing or sight.
Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'the original in
57. Select the word which means the same as the
habitants of a country is 'Aborigines'.
group of words given.
The meaning of the other options is-
The study of human history and prehistory
Slaves - a person who is owned by another person and
through the excavation of sites
is forced to work for them. (a) archaeology (b) psephology
Immigrant - a person who has come to live permanently (c) anthropology (d) geology
in a country that is not these own. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Residents - A person who is staying in a hotel or who
has their home there. Ans. (a) : The given group of words, the study of
human history and prehistory through the excavation
53. Select the most appropriate word for the given of sites' is - archaeology. The meaning of other options
group of words. is -
A word formed from the initial letters of other Psephology - The study of how people vote in
words and pronounced as a word elections.
(a) ellipsis (b) precise Anthropology - The study of the human race,
(c) epitome (d) acronym especially of its origin, development, custom and
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I) beliefs.
Ans : (d) The given words, 'A word formed from the Geology - The scientific study of the earth, including
initial letter of others words and pronounced as a word the origin and history of rocks and soil.
is Acronym. 58. Select the word which means the same as the
Ellipsis - The act of leaving out a word or words from a group of words given.
sentence deliberately, when the meaning can be A person belonging to a foreign country
understood without them. (a) native (b) resident
Epitome - a perfect example of something. (c) alien (d) inhabitant
Precise - Very careful and accurate. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'A person Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'Repetition of an
belonging to foreign country' is Alien. The meaning of initial sound in two or more words of a line' is
other options is- Alliteration.
Resident - A person who lives in a particular place or The meaning of other options is -
who has their home there. Assonance - it is a figure of speech that is
Native - A person who was born in a particular country characterized by the use of words having similar vowel
or area. sounds consecutively. It can be said to be a variation of
Inhabitant - A person or animal that lives in a alliteration.
particular place. Rhyme - a words that has the same sand or ends with
59. Select the word which means the same as the the same sound as another words.
group of words given. rhythm - a strong regular respected pattern of sounds
A person who is neither well experienced nor or movements.
professional 63. Select the most appropriate segment to
(a) Veteran (b) Expert substitute the underlined segment of the given
(c) Amateur (d) Proficient sentence.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) In the jungle, I saw a group of lions.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'A person who is (a) a pride (b) a school
neither well experienced nor professional is - Amateur. (c) a herd (d) a flock
The meaning of other options is - SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Veteran - a person who has a lot of experience in a Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A group of lions'
particular area or activity. is 'A pride'. The meaning of other options is -
Expert - A person with special knowledge, skill or Herd - a herd of cows, a herd of great, a herd of deer.
training in something. School - a school of fish.
Proficient - able to do something well because of Flock - a flock of sheep/bird.
training and practice. 64. Select the word which means the same as the
60. Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
groups of words given. One who tells future form the stars
The life history of a person written by himself. (a) Miser (b) Personification
(a) Travelogue (b) Essay (c) Astrologer (d) Philanthropist
(c) Biography (d) Autobiography SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'One who tells
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'The life history future form the stars' is - Astrologer'
of a person written by himself, is - Autobiography The meaning of other words is -
The meaning of the other options is - Miser - a person who loves money and hates spending
Travelogue - a film/movie, broadcast or piece of it.
writing about travel. Personification- the proactive of representing objects
Essay - a short piece of writing on a particular subject, qualities etc as human in art and literature; an object
writing in order to be published. quality etc.
Biography - the story of a person's life written by Philanthropist - a rich person who helps the poor and
somebody else. those in need, especially by giving money.
61. Select the word which means the same as the 65. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given. group of words given.
One who examines accounts officially Something that is genuine
(a) Collector (b) Radiator (a) Authentic (b) Unreal
(c) Auditor (d) Aviator (c) Academic (d) Majestic
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'One who Ans. (a) : the given group of words, something that is
examines accounts officially - is 'Auditor' genuine' is - Authentic.
The meaning of the other options is - The meaning of other options is -
Collector - a person who collects things, either as a Unreal - not related to reality.
hobby or as a job. Academic - a person who teaches and/or does research
Radiator - a device for cooling the engine of a vehicle at a university or college.
or an aircraft. Majestic - impressive because of size or beauty.
Aviator - a person who flies an aircraft. 66. In the following question, out of the four given
62. Select the word which means the same as the alternatives, select the alternatives which is the
group of words given. best substitute of the phrase.
Repetition of an initial sound in two or more A diplomatic representative in another
words of a line. country.
(a) Rhyme (b) Assonance (a) Spy (b) Spinster
(c) Alliteration (d) Rhythm (c) Bureaucrat (d) Ambassador
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Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'A diplomatic Ans. (c) : The given of words, 'the lack of government
representative in another country' is 'ambassador'. control or rule of law' is 'Anarchy'.
The meaning of other options is - the meaning of the other options is -
Spy - a person who fries to get secret information about Monarchy - A system of government by a king or a
another country, organization of person, somebody who queen.
is employed by a government or the police. Autocracy - A system of government of a country in
Spinster - a women who is not married bureaucrat - an which one person has complete power.
official working in an organization. Dictatorship - government by dictator.
Bureaucrat - An administrative official who works for 71. Choose the most appropriate word that can
the government. substitute the given group of words.
67. In the following question, out of the four given Medicine given to counteract a poison.
alternatives, select the alternative which is the (a) Antibiotic (b) Antiseptic
best substitute of the phrase. (c) Antigen (d) Antidote
A place where arms are kept. SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) Auditory (b) Armoury Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'Medicine given
(c) Apiary (d) Actuary to counteract a poison is - 'Antidote'.
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I) The meaning of the other options -
Ans : (b) The given group of words 'A place where Antibiotic - Penicillin, that can destroy or prevent the
arms are kept' is - Armoury. The meaning of other growth of bacteria and cure infections.
options is - Antiseptic - able to prevent infection.
Apiary - A place where bees are kept. Antigen - a substance that enters the body and starts a
Actuary - A person whose job involves calculating process that can cause disease.
insurance risks and payments. 72. Choose the most appropriate word that can
Auditory - Connected with hearing. substitute the given group of words.
68. In the following question out of the four given Yearly celebration of a date or an event
alternatives, select the alternative which is the (a) Gala (b) Anniversary
best substitute of the phrase. (c) Carnival (d) Bash
Words which are opposite in meaning SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) Synonym (b) Antonym Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'Yearly
(c) Homonym (d) Pseudonym celebration of a date or an event' is 'anniversary'.
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II) The meaning of the other options is -
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'words which are Gala - A special public festival usually one that
opposite in meaning is 'Antonym'. happens at a regular time each year.
The meaning of other options is- Carnival - a public festival usually one that happens at
Synonym - a word or expression that has the same or a regular time each year.
nearly the same meaning. Bash - to hit somebody/something very hard /or/A
Hononym - a word that is spelt like another word but large party or celebration.
which has a different meaning. 73. Choose the word that can substitute the given
Pseudonym - A name used by somebody especially a sentence.
writer instead of their real name. A building where an audience sits
69. Select the most appropriate word for the given (a) Aisle (b) Hanger
group of words. (c) Gymnasium (d) Auditorium
The study of stars and planets SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) Archeology (b) Astrology Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'A building
(c) Anatomy (d) Astronomy where an audience sits or A large public building
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III) where meetings, concerts are held' is - 'Auditorium'.
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'The study of The meaning of other options is -
stars and planets, is - 'Astronomy'. Aisle - a passage between rows of seats in a church,
The meaning of the other options is - theater train etc.
Archeology - The study of cultures of the past, and of Hangar - a large building in which aircraft are kept.
periods of history by examining the remains of Gymnasium - a room or hall with equipment for doing
buildings and objects found in the ground. physical exercise.
Astrology - The study of the positions of the stars and 74. Select the most appropriate word for the given
the movements of the planets. group of words.
Anatomy - the scientific study of the structure of A person who rules without consulting the
human or animal bodies. opinion of others.
70. Select the most appropriate word for the given (a) Aristocrat (b) Arbitrator
group of words. (c) Atheist (d) Autocrat
The lack of government control or rule of law SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) Monarchy (b) Autocracy Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'A person who
(c) Anarchy (d) Dictatorship rules without consulting the opinion of others is
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II) 'Autocrat'.
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The meaning of the other options is - The meaning of other options is -
Aristocrat - People born in the highest social class, Infancy - the time when a child is a body or very
who have special titles. youth.
Arbitrator - a person who is chosen to settle a Childhood - the period of somebody life when they are
disagreement. child.
Atheist - A person who believes that god does not Adulthood- the state of being an adult.
exist. 79. Select the most appropriate word for the given
75. Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.
group of words. The branch of science concerned with the
An institution for the care of people who are bodily structure of humans, animals and other
mentally ill living organisms
(a) Aviary (b) Apiary (a) Anatomy (b) Astronomy
(c) Arsenal (d) Asylum (c) Botany (d) Gastronomy
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'An institution Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'the branch of
for the care of people who are mentally ill' is- science concerned with the bodily structure of humans
'Asylum'. animals, and other living organisms' is - 'Anatomy'.
The meaning of other options is - The meaning of the other option is -
Aviary - A large cage or building for keeping birds in. Astronomy - the scientific study of the sun, moon,
Apiary - A place where bees are kept. stars, planets etc.
Arsenal - A building where military weapons and Botany - the scientific study of plants and their
explosives are made or stored. structure.
Gastronomy - the art and practice of cooking and
76. Select the most appropriate word for the given eating good food.
group of words :
An account of a person's life written by self 80. Select the most appropriate word for the given
(a) Autobiography (b) cartography group of words.
(c) Biography (d) Calligraphy One who studies the evolution of mankind
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III) (a) Sociologist (b) Archaeologist
(c) Dermatologist (d) Anthropologist
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'An account of a SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
person's life written by self' is - 'Autobiography'.
Meaning of the other options is - Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'One who studies
Cartography - The art of process of drawing or making the evolution of mankind' is Anthropologist.
maps. The meaning of the other options is-
Biography - The story of a person's life written by Sociologist - A person who studies sociology.
somebody. Archeologist - A person who studies archeology.
Dermatologist - A doctor who studies and treats skin
Calligraphy - Beautiful handwriting that you do with a
diseases.
special pen or brush.
81. Choose the most appropriate word that can
77. Select the most appropriate word for the given
substitute the given group of words.
group of words.
The state of growing to maturity.
Policy of racial discrimination (a) Immigrant (b) Innocence
(a) Inequality (b) Segregation (c) Adolescence (d) Apartheid
(c) Apartheid (d) Supremacy
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'the state of
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'Policy of racial growing to maturity' is - 'Adolescence'.
discrimination' is - 'Apartheid'. The meaning of the other options is -
The meaning of the other option is - Immigrant - a person who has come to live
Inequality - the unfair difference between groups of permanently in a country that is not their own.
people in society, when some have more wealth, status Innocence - the lack of knowledge and experience of
than others. the world, especially of evil or unpleasant things.
Segregation - the act or policy of separating people of Apartheid - the former political system in south Africa
different races, religions or sexes. in which only white people had full political forced to
Supremacy - a position in which you have more power, live away from white people.
authority or states than anyone else.
82. Select the word which means the same as the
78. Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words given.
group of words. A person who presents a radio/television
The stage of growth between boyhood and programme.
youth (a) Reporter (b) Anchor
(a) Infancy (b) Childhood (c) Alchemist (d) Anarchist
(c) Adulthood (d) Adolescence SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (b) : The given group of words, A person who
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'The stage of presents a radio/television programme' would be -
growth between boyhood and youth' is - Adolescence. 'Anchor'.
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The meaning of other options is - Ans. (d) : For the above group of words,’ A hole or
Reporter - a person who collects and reports news for tunnel dug by a small animal to live in’, option (d)
newspapers, radio or television. Burrow is appropriate one word.
Alchemist - a person who studies alchemy Cave - A natural void in the ground specially a space
Anarchist - a person who believes that laws and large enough for a human to entre.
government are not necessary. Den - The place where certain wild animal live
83. Select the word which means the same as the Shade - An area that is out of direct sunlight and is
group of words given. darken and Cooler than areas in the sun.
A place where fights take place 87. Select the option that can be used as a one-
(a) Arsenal (b) Arena word substitute for the given group of words.
(c) Asylum (d) Aquarium An arrangement of flowers that is usually given
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I) as a present.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'a place where (a) Boutique (b) Bracket
fight take place, would be 'Arena'. (c) Basket (d) Bouquet
The meaning of the other options is - SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Arsenal - a collection of weapons such as guns and Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'An arrangement
explosives. of flowers that is usually given as a present would be -
Asylum - protection that a government gives to people 'Bouquet'.
who have left their own country, casually because they The meaning of other options is -
were in danger for political reasons. Boutique - (of a business) small products or services of
Aquarium - a large glass container in which fish and a high quality to a small number of customers.
other water creatures and plants are kept. Bracket - either of a pair of marks, (+), placed around
extra information in a piece of writing or part of a
B problem in mathematics.
Basket - a container for holding or carrying things.
84. Select the options that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words. 88. Select the option that can be used as a one-
A group of guns or missile launchers operated word substitute for the given group of words.
together at one place Life history of a person written by someone else
(a) Psaltery (b) Skittery (a) Autobiography (b) Biography
(c) Cemetery (d) Battery (c) Biodata (d) Resume
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘A group of Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, Life history of
guns or missile launchers operated together at one a person written by someone else’ , option (b)
place’, option (d) Battery is appropriate one word. biography is appropriate one word.
Psaltery - An ancient musical instrument like a Autobiography - The story of persons' life written by
dulcimer. that person.
Skittery - Moving very quickly and lightly or in a way Biodata - A collection of basic information about a
that is unexpected or irregular. person and their career.
Cemetery - A place where dead people or buried. Resume - A short written description of your education,
qualifications and previous job.
85. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given. 89. Select the option that can be used as a one-
a large single detached house with single or word substitute for the given group of words.
double story The sound made by bees
(a) Suite (b) Apartment (a) Hiss (b) Coo
(c) Bungalow (d) Penthouse (c) Buzz (d) Moo
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (c) : For the above group of word, ‘ a large single Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, The sound
detached house with single or double story’, option (c) made by bees’, option (c) Buzz is appropriate one word.
Bungalow is appropriate one word. Hiss - to make a sound like a very longs to show that
Suit – A set of clothing worn for a particular activity. you are angry or do not like something.
Apartment – A set of rooms rented for a holiday. Coo - To make a soft low sound like a bird.
Pent house – An expensive a partment or set of rooms at Moo - The sound the a cow makes.
the top of a hotel or tall building. 90. Select the word which means the same as the
86. Select the option that can be used as a one- group of words given.
word substitute for the given group of words. An underground hole dug by a small animal as
A hole or tunnel dug by a small animal to live in a dwelling
(a) Cave (b) Den (a) drain (b) pit
(c) Shed (d) Burrow (c) cave (d) burrow
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Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'An underground Wreath - an arrangement of flowers and leaves
holl dug by a small animal as a dwelling' would be - especially in the shape of a circle.
(burrow). Garland - a circle of flowers and leaves that is worn an
The meaning of other options is - the head or around the neck.
Drain - a pipe that carries away dirty water. Bundle - A number of things tied or wrapped together.
Pit - A large deep hole in the ground. 95. Select the word which means the same as the
Cave - a large hole in the side of a hill or under the group of words given.
ground. A cylindrical container bulging out in the
91. Select the word means the same as the group of middle, traditionally made of wooden staves for
words given. keeping oil, beer etc.
a family of young animals (a) bushel (b) bale
(a) nest (b) clutch (c) barrel (d) bin
(c) brood (d) offspring SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, option (c)
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'A family of barrel is appropriate one word.
young animates would be 'brood'. Bale - a large amount of a light material pressed tightly
The meaning of other options is - together and tied up.
Nest - a place where insects or other small creatures Bushel - a unit for measuring grain and fruit or a large
live and produce their young. amount of something.
clutch - power or control. Bin - a container that you waste in.
Offspring - a child of a particular person or couple. 96. Select the most appropriate word which means
92. Select the word which means the same as the the same as the group of words given.
group or words given. A list of the books referred to in a scholarly
work
An instrument for measuring the atmospheric
(a) bibliography (b) calligraphy
pressure (c) holography (d) bibliophile
(a) thermometer (b) altimeter
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) barometer (d) ammeter
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III) Ans : (a) The given group of words' A list of the books
referred to in a scholarly work' is - bibliography'.
Ans : (c) An instrument for measuring the atmospheric Calligraphy - beautiful handwriting that you do with a
pressure - is 'barometer'. special pen or brush.
The meaning of other options is - Holography - the process or technique of making
Thermometer - an instrument used for measuring the holograms.
temperature of the air, a person body etc. Bibliophile - a person who loves or collects book.
Altimeter - an instrument for showing height above sea
level used especially in an aircraft. 97. Select the most appropriate option that can be
used as a one-word substitute for the given
Ammeter - an instrument for measuring the strength of
group of words.
an electric current.
A large building or group of buildings used to
93. Select the word which means the same as the house soldiers
group of words given. (a) fort (b) dormitory
One who is a great lover of books (c) quarters (d) barracks
(a) bibliophile (b) pedophile SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) xenophile (d) hemophile Ans : (d) The given group of works, 'A large building
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I) or group of buildings used to house soldiers is -
Ans. (a) : The given group of words 'One who is a 'barracks'.
great lover of books' is - bibliophile. The meaning of other options is -
The meaning of other options is - Fort- a building built in order to defend an area against
Pedophile - a person who is sexually attracted to attak.
children. Quarter - one of four equal parts of something.
Xenophile - One attracted to foreign things (such as 98. Select the word which means the same as the
style or people) group of words given.
Hemophile - someone who has hemophilia and is A person who can speak only two languages.
subjected to uncontrollable bleeding. (a) Monolingual (b) Multilingual
94. Select the word which means the same as the (c) Linguist (d) Bilingual
group of words given. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
An arrangement of flowers that is usually given Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'A person who can
as a present speak only two languages' is - 'Bilingual'.
(a) bouquet (b) wreath The meaning of other options is -
(c) garland (d) bundle linguist - a person who knows several foreign language
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) well.
Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'An arrangement of Multilingual - speaking or using several different
flowers that is usually given as a present' is 'bouquet'. languages.
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99. Select the word which means the same as the Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'One who loves
group of words given books' is - 'Bibliophile'.
A rabbit's dwelling. The meaning of other options is -
(a) lair (b) burrow Orator - a person who makes formal speeches in public
(c) sty (d) den or is good at public speaking.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I) Altruist - a person unselfishly concerned for or devoted
Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'a rabbit's to the welfare of others.
dwelling' is - 'burrow'. Librarian - a person who is in charge of or works in
The meaning of other options is - library.
Lair - den (a place where a wild animal sleeps or hides) 104. Select the most appropriate word for the given
Sty - any filthy place or abode. group of words.
Den - the hidden home of some types of wild animal. A large bundle bound for storage or transport
100. Select the word which means the same as the (a) Bunch (b) Bale
group of word given. (c) Bevy (d) Barrel
An instrument used for measuring atmospheric SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
pressure Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A large bundle
(a) thermometer (b) voltmeter bound for storage or transport' is - 'Bale'.
(c) altimeter (d) barometer The meaning of other options is -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) Bunch - a large amount of something; a large number
Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'An instrument of things or people.
used for measuring atmospheric pressure' is - Bevy - a large group of people or things of the same
Barometer kind.
The meaning of other options is - Barrel - a large round container, usually made of wood
Thermometer - an instrument used for measuring the or metal.
temperature of the air, a person's body, etc.
Voltmeter - an instrument for measuring voltage. (a
unit for measuring the farce of an electric current)
C
Altimeter - an instrument for showing height above sea 105. Select the most appropriate word for the given
level, used especially in an aircraft. group of words.
101. Select the word that means the same as the A local meeting of party members to select
given group of words. candidates, elect convention delegates, etc
Happening every two years (a) Claque (b) Caravan
(a) Biannual (b) Centennial (c) Clique (d) Caucus
(c) Biennial (d) Triennial SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : For the above given, group of words 'A local
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'Happening every meeting of party members to select candidates elect
two years' is - Biennial. convertion delegates' is known as 'caucus'.
The meaning of other options is - other words are____
Biannual - happening twice a year.
Claque means- a group of sycophantic followers.
Centennial - the 100th anniversary of an event.
Triennial - happening every three years. Caravan means- A group of people and animals that
travel together.
102. In the following question, out of the given
alternatives, the alternative is the best Clique means- An exclusive circle of people with a
substitute of the phrase. common purpose.
A man who remains unmarried 106. Choose the word that can substitute the given
(a) Vidoved (b) Councilor group of words.
(c) Bachelor (d) Propeller Someone who knows a lot about the arts, food,
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III) drink, or some other subject
Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'A man who (a) Connoisseur (b) Gourmand
remains unmarried' is - 'Bachelor'. (c) Cynic (d) Pacifist
The meaning of other options is - SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Widowed - a women whose husband has died and who
gas not married again. Ans. (a) : For the above given group of words,
Councilor - a member of a council. Someone who knows a lot about the arts, food, drink, or
Propeller - a device that causes a ship or aircraft to some other subject the word is 'Connoisseur' is suitable.
move. Meaning of other options–
103. Select the most appropriate word for the given Gourmand :- A person who enjoy eating and eat large
group of words. amount of food.
One who loves books Cynic :- A person who believe that people only do
(a) Orator (b) Altruist things for themselves.
(c) Librarian (d) Bibliophile Pacifist :- Someone who oppose war or violence.
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
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107. Select the option that can be used as a one- other options have following meanings
word substitute for the given group of words. Reactant – A substance that takes part in and undergoes
A person who draws or produces maps change during a reaction
(a) Chauffeur (b) Choreographer Enzyme – proteins that act as biological catalysts
(c) Calligrapher (d) Cartographer Solute – The minor component in a solution, dissolved
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) in the solvent.
Ans. (d) : One-word substitute for the above given 111. Select the option that can be used as a one-
group of words 'A person who draws or produces maps' word substitute for the given group of words.
is option (d) 'cartographer'. A person who conforms to accepted behaviour
Other options give different meanings - Chauffeur - or established practices.
Someone whose job is to drive a car for a rich person. (a) Psychologist (b) Rebelist
Choreographer - Someone who creates new dances. (c) Socialist (d) Conformist
Calligrapher - The art of writing beautifully with a SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II)
special pen. Ans. (d) : The most appropriate one-word substitute of
108. Select the option that can be used as a one- the given group of words 'A person who conforms to
word substitute for the given phrase. accepted behavior or established practices' is
Gradual recovery of health and strength 'Conformist'.
(a) Potency (b) Rejuvenation Psychologist - A scientist who studies the mind and the
(c) Convalescence (d) Benefaction way that people behave.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I) Rebelist - A person who refuses to accept the
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate one-word substitute for governments power.
the given phrase ‘Gradual recovery of health and Socialist - Someone who supports a political or
strength’ is ‘Convalescence’. economic philosophy.
The meaning of the other words is– 112. Choose the word that can substitute the given
Potency – The power that somebody/something has to group of words.
affect your body or mind. A fall of water from a great height
Rejuvenation – The act or process of making somebody (a) River (b) Stream
look or feel younger. (c) typhoon (d) Cascade
Benefaction – The act of doing good or helping others. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II)
109. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (d) : For the above group of words "A fall of water
word substitute for the given group of words. from a great height", option (d) 'Cascade' is appropriate
Collection of written or spoken texts one word. Other options are not correct.
(a) Data bank (b) Dictionary River - A large, natural flow of water that goes across
(c) Circa (d) Corpus land and into the sea.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) 113. Choose the word that can substitute the given
Ans. (d) : For the given group of words, 'collection of group of words.
written or spoken texts', option (d) corpus, is Compulsory enlistment for military service
appropriate one word substitution. (a) Militaristic (b) Conscription
other options means the following – (c) Armament (d) Abdication
circa – (used with dates) about or approximately. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II)
Data bank - A repository of information about one or Ans. (b) : For the above group of words "Compulsory
more subjects. enlistment for military service" option (b) Conscription
Dictionary – A book or digital resource giving is an appropriate word. Other options give different
information on a particular subject or on a particular meaning.
class of words. Armament – The process of increasing the amount of
110. Select the option that can be used as a one- weapons an army or a country
word substitute for the underlined group of Abdication – To leave the position of being a king or
words. queen.
Kidney beans were boiled quickly when Nisha militaristic – A person skilled in the conduct of war.
added a substance that speeds up a chemical 114. Select the most appropriate one-word
reaction without being consumed by the substitution for the given group of words.
reaction itself. One who is a center of attraction
(a) catalyst (b) reactant (a) Exposure (b) Cynosure
(c) enzyme (d) solute (c) Commissure (d) Censure
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : One word substitution for the underlined Ans. (b) : The above group of words, "one who is a
group of words, 'Substance that speeds up a chemical centre of attraction" is option (b) "Cynosure" gives
reaction without being consumed by the reaction itself' appropriate meaning. Other options gives different
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Exposure - The act of making something public Hedonist - A person who believes that pleasure is the
Commissure - The joint between two bones most important thing in life.
Censure - To tell somebody, in a strong and formal way Stoic - Suffring pain or difficulty without complaining
that he/she has done something wrong. Samaritan - A charitable or helpful person.
115. Select the option that can be used as a one- 119. Select the word which means the same as the
word substitute for the given group of words. group of words given.
A style of cooking food, characteristic of a a doctor who specializes in heart diseases
particular country of region (a) Urologist (b) Cardiologist
(a) Antique (b) Cuisine (c) Nephrologist (d) Dermatologist
(c) Menu (d) Creche SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II Ans. (b) : For the above group of words’ a doctor who
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, option (b) specializes in heart diseases’, option (b) Cardiologist is
Cuisine is appropriate one word. Other options have appropriate one word. Other options have different
different meaning. meaning.
Antique – A work of art, piece of furniture made at an Urologist – Specialist of Urine diseases.
earlier period Nephrologists – Specialist of kidney diseases.
Menu – A list of the food that you can choose at a Dermatologist – Specialist of skin diseases.
restaurant
120. Select the word which means the same as the
Creche - A place where small children are looked after group of words given.
while their parents are working. A person who draws or produces maps
116. Select the option that can be used as a one- (a) Chauffer (b) Cartographer
word substitute for the given group of words. (c) Calligrapher (d) Choreographer
Made in imitation so as to be passed off SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
fraudulently as genuine Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A person who
(a) Counterfeit (b) Staunch draws or produces maps' is - 'Cartographer'.
(c) Authentic (d) Deliberate The meaning of other options is -
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I Chauffeur - a person whose job is to drive a can
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘Made in especially for somebody rich or important.
imitation so as to be passed off fraudulently as genuine’, Choreographer - a person whose job involves designing
option (a) counterfeit is appropriate one word. and arranging the steps and movements in dances,
Staunch - Very devoted or loyal to a person. especially in ballet.
Calligrapher - a person who practices calligraphy the art
Authentic - That you know is real or genuine.
of writing beautifully with a special pen or bush.
Deliberate - To think about or discuss something fully
before making a decision. 121. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words.
117. Select the option that can be used as one-word Relating to the present time
substitute for the given group of words. (a) Preceding (b) Ancient
A Person who makes maps (c) Corollary (d) Contemporary
(a) Sinecure (b) Anarchist SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(c) Cartographer (d) Polyglot Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'Relating to the
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I present time' is - 'Contemporary'.
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘ A person The meaning of other options is -
who makes maps,’ option (C) cartographer is Preceding - existing or happening before someone or
appropriate one word. something.
Sinecure - An office or position requiring little or no Ancient - belonging to a period of history that is
work thousands of years in the past.
Anarchist - A person who rebels against any authority Corollary - a situating, an argument or a fact that is the
or ruling power. natural and direct result of another one.
Polyglot - Someone who can speak or use several 122. Select the option that can be used as a one-
different languages. word substitute for the given group of words.
118. Select the option that can be used as a one- A corporation made up of a number of
word substitute for the given group of words. different companies that operate in diversified
fields.
One who feeds on human flesh
(a) Agreement (b) Association
(a) Cannibal (b) Hedonist
(c) Correlation (d) Conglomerate
(c) Stoic (d) Samaritan
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'A corporation
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words ‘ one who
feeds on human flesh’, option (a) cannibal is made up of a number of different companies that
appropriate one word. Other options have different operate in diversified fields is - 'conglomerate'.
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Agreement - an arrangement, a promise or a contract Charter - A written statement describing the rights that
made with somebody. a particular group of people.
Association - an official group of people who have Calendar - a page or series of pages showing the days,
joined together for a particular purpose. weeks and months of a particular year.
Correlation - a connection between two thinks. 127. Select the word which means the same as the
123. Select the most appropriate one-word group of words given.
substitution for the given words. One who plans the steps and moves in a dance
A group of starts that make a pattern (a) composer (b) choreographer
(a) Planet (b) Constellation (c) producer (d) director
(c) Horizon (d) Comet SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'One who plans
Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'A group of the steps and moves in a dance' is - choreographer'.
starts that make a pattern' is 'constellation'. The meaning of other options is -
Planet - a large round object in space that moves Composer - a person who writes music, especially
around a star and receives light from it. classical music.
comet - a mass of ice and dust that moves around the Producer - a person, a company or a country that
sun and dooms like a bright start with a tail. grows or makes food, goods or materials.
Horizon - the line at the farthest place that you can Director - One of a group of senior managers who run
see, where sky seems to touch the land or see. a company.
124. Select the most appropriate one-word 128. In the following question, out of the four
substitution for the given words. alternative, select the alternative which is the
A place where gambling games are played best substitute of the phrase.
(a) Casino (b) Gymnasium Love for dogs
(c) Arena (d) Stadium (a) Pedophilia (b) Sinophobe
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) Canophilia (d) Zoophilia
Ans. (a) : The above group of words, 'a place where SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
gambling games are played' is - 'casino'. Ans. (c) The above group of words, 'Love for dogs' is -
The meaning of other options is - 'canophilia'. Other options given different meaning.
Arena - a place with a flat open area in the middle and Pedophilia - the condition of being sexually attracted to
seats around it where people can watch and children; sexual activity with children.
entertainment. Zoophilia - a sexual attraction to animals.
Gymnasium - A large room with equipment for 129. In the following question, out of the four
exercing. alternative, select the alternative which is the
Stadium - a large sports ground surrounded by rows of best substitute of the phrase.
seats and usually other buildings. Mutual discourse
(a) Soliloquy (b) Obloquy
125. Select the word which means the same as the (c) Colloquy (d) Eloquence
group of words given. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Extreme fear of confined places
Ans. (c) The above group of words, 'Mutual discourse'
(a) cellophobia (b) claustrophobia
is - 'colloquy'.
(c) chronophobia (d) centrophobia
The meaning of other options is -
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Soliloquy - a speech in a play in which a character, who
Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'Extreme fear of is alone on the stage, speaks his or her thoughts.
confined places' is 'claustrophobia'. Obloquy - strong public criticism
The meaning of other option is - Eloquence - the ability to use language and express your
Chronophobia - fear of time. opinion well.
Centrophobia - a dislike of being in the centre. 130. Select the most appropriate word for the given
Cellophobia - To feel stressed and anxious and when group of words.
your mobile phone runs out of battery. A disease which spreads with contact
126. Select the word which means the same as the (a) Poisonous (b) Contagious
group of words given. (c) Endemic (d) Contractual
An arrangement of events or dates in the order SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
of their occurrence Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'A disease which
(a) chronometry (b) charter spreads with contact' is - 'contagious'.
(c) chronology (d) calendar The meaning of other words is -
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Poisonous - causing death or illness if swallowed or
Ans. (c) : The above group of words, 'An arrangement absorbed into the body.
of events of dates in the order of their occurrence' is - Endemic - regularly found in a particular place or
'chronology'. among a particular group of people and difficult to get
The meaning of other options is - rid of.
Chronometry - The science of accurate time Contractual - connected with the conditions of a legal
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131. Select the most appropriate word for the given 135. Select the most appropriate one word
group of word. substitution for the given group of words.
A factual written account of important or A person who believes everything easily.
historical events in the order of their (a) plaussible (b) creditor
occurrence. (c) reliable (d) credulous
(a) chronology (b) journal SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) chronicle (d) register Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'a person who
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) believes everything easily' is - 'credulous'.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words ' A factual written The meaning of other options is -
account of important or historical events in the order of Plausible - reasonable and likely to be true.
their occurrence' is - 'chronicle'. Creditor - a person, company, etc that somebody owes
The meaning of other options is - money to.
Chronology - the order in which a series of events Reliable - That can be trusted.
happened. 136. Select the word which means the same as the
Journal - a newspaper or magazine that deals with a group of words given.
particular subject or profession. A person who draws or produces maps
Register - an official or recorded of names, items etc. (a) calligrapher (b) cartographer
(c) lexicographer (d) choreographer
132. Select the most appropriate one-word SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
substitution for the given group of words.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'a person who
Arrangement of events according to the dates draws or produce maps' is - cartographer.
of occurrence The meaning of other options is -
(a) analogy (b) chronology Lexicographer - a person who writes and edits
(c) theology (d) trilogy dictionaries.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Calligrapher - a person who practices calligraphy, the
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'a factual written art of writing beautifully with a special pen or brush.
account or historical events in the order of their Choreographer - a person whose job involves
occurrence - 'chronology'. designing and arranging the steps and movement in
The meaning of other options is- dances.
Analogy - a comparison of one thing with another 137. Select the word which means the same as the
thing that has similar features. group of words given.
Theology - the study of religion and beliefs. A large, deep, metal pot used for cooking over
Trilogy - a group of three books, films/moves etc. open fire
133. Select the most appropriate one-word (a) barrel (b) kettle
substitution for the given group of words. (c) skillet (d) cauldron
Harsh or discordant sound SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) monotony (b) harmony Ans : (d) The given group of words, ' a large, deep,
(c) symphony (d) cacophony metal pot used for cooking over open fire, is -
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) 'cauldron'.
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'Harsh or The meaning of other options is -
discordant sound' is - 'cacophony'. Barrel - a large round container, usually made of wood
The meaning of other options is- or metal with flat ends and usually curved sides.
Monotony - boring lack of variety. Kettle - a container with a lid, handle and a spout, used
Harmony - a state of peaceful existence and for boiling water.
agreement. Skillet - frying pan.
Symphony - a long complicated piece of music for a 138. Select the word which means the same as the
large orchestra, in three or four main parts. group of words given.
a large, deep pot used both in the oven and as a
134. Select the most appropriate word which means
serving vessel.
the same as the group of words given. (a) sauce-pan (b) casserole
A place where games are played for money (c) skillet (d) cauldron
(a) casino (b) church SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) university (d) gymnasium
Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'A large deep pot
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) used both in the over and as a serving vessel' is -
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A place where 'casserole'.
games are played for money' is - 'casino'. The meaning of the other options is -
The meaning of other options is - Sauce pan - a deep round metal pot with a lid and one
Church - a building where Christians go to worship. long handle.
University - an institution at the highest level of Caluldron - a large deep pot for boiling liquids or
education where you can study for a degree or do cooking food over a fire.
research. 139. Select the word which means the same as the
Gymnasium - A large room with equipment for group of words given.
exercising. Persons living at the same time
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(a) cosmopolitans (b) compatriots Artist - a person who creates woks of art, especially
(c) colleagues (d) contemporaries paintings or drawings.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II) Painter - a person whose job is painting buildings,
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'Persons living at walls, etc.
the same time', is - 'contemporaries'. Cartoonist - A person who draws cartoons
The meaning of other options is - 144. Select the most appropriate word for the group
Compariot - a person who has experiences of many of words.
different parts of the world. The state of remaining unmarried
Compatriot - countryman. (a) monogamy (b) polygamy
Colleague - a person that you work with, especially in (c) feminism (d) celibacy
a profession or a business. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'the state of
140. Select the word which means the same as the
remaining unmarried' is 'celibacy'.
group of words given. The meaning of other options -
The sound of a crow Monogamy - the fact or custom of being married to only
(a) cackle (b) creak one person at a particular time.
(c) caw (d) cluck Polygamy - the custom of having more than one wife at
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) the same time.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'the sound of a Feminism - the belief and aim that woman should have
crow' is - 'caw'. the dame rights and opportunities as men.
The meaning of other options is - 145. Select the most appropriate word for the group
Cackle - the loud noise that a chicken makes of words.
Creak - a sound, for example that sometimes made by a One who is in charge of a museum or art
door when it opens or shut. gallery
Cluck - the low, short sounds that a chicken makes. (a) monitor (b) curator
141. Select the word which means the same as the (c) instructor (d) collector
group of words given. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
People living at the same time Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'One who is in
(a) comrades (b) cosmopolitans charge of a museum or art gallery' is - 'curator'.
(c) friends (d) contemporaries The meaning of other options is -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) Monitor - a person whose job is to check that something
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'People living at is done fairly and honestly.
the same time' is - 'contemporaries'. Instructor - a person whose job is to teach somebody a
practical skill or sport.
The meaning of other options is - Collector - a person who collects things, either as a
Comrade - a person who is a member of the same hobby or as a job.
communist or socialist political party
Cosmopolitans - a person who has experience of many 146. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given.
different part of the world. A group of singers in a church
142. Select the most appropriate word for the given (a) choir (b) band
group of words. (c) host (d) troop
One who makes and sells sweets and pastries SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) grocer (b) confectioner Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A group of
(c) cobbler (d) barber singers in a church' is - 'choir'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) The meaning of other options is -
Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'One who makes band - a small group of musician who play popularly
and sells sweet and pastries' is - 'confectioner'. music together.
The meaning of other options is - Host - a person who invites guests to a meal, a party
Grocer - a person who owns, manages or works in a etc.
shop/store salting food and other things used in the Troops - soldiers, especially in large groups.
home. 147. Select the word which means the same as the
Cobbler - a person who repairs shoes. given group of words.
Barber - a person whose job is to cut men's hair and Arrangement of events or dates in the order in
sometimes to shave them. which they happen
143. Select the most appropriate word for the given (a) Geology (b) Chronology
group of words (c) Archaeology (d) Ecology
A person who is skilled at writing beautifully SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) calligrapher (b) artist Ans. (b) : The given group of words, ' Arrangement of
(c) painter (d) cartoonist events or dates in the order in which they happen' is -
'Chronology'.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III) Geology - the scientific study of the earth.
Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'A person who is Archaeology - the study of cultures of the past.
skilled at writing beautifully' is - 'calligrapher'. Ecology - the relation of plants and living creatures to
The meaning of other options is - each other and to their environment.
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148. Select the word which means the same as the Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'A group of
group of words given. people who have come together in a religious building
Persons or thing that is the centre of attention for worship and prayer' is - 'congregation'
(a) Organiser (b) Cynosure The meaning of other options is -
(c) Politician (d) Leader Throng - a crowd of people.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) Multitude - an extremely large number of things or
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'Person or thing people.
that is the centre of attention' is - 'cynosure'. Crowd - A large number of people in one place.
The meaning of other options is - 153. Select the word which means the same as the
Organiser - a person who makes the arrangement for group of words given.
something. A small compartment in an aircraft for the
pilot
Politician - a person whose job is concerned with (a) Canopy (b) Chassis
politics. (c) Cockpit (d) Fuselage
Leader - a person who leads a group of people. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
149. Select the word which means the same as the Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A small
group of words given. compartment in an aircraft for the pilot' is - 'Cockpit'.
Something which is considered to be very The meaning of other options is -
important Canopy - a cover that is fixed or hangs above a bed,
(a) Scanty (b) Cardinal seat etc.
(c) Supplementary (d) Meagre Chassis - the frame that a vehicle is built an.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I) Fuselage - the main part of a plane
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'something which 154. Select the word which means the same as the
is considered to be very important' is - 'Cardinal'. group of words given.
The meaning of other options is - A deep fissure in the earth's surface
Scanty - too little amount for what is needed. (a) Chasm (b) Earthquake
Supplementary - Add to something else in order to (c) Tremor (d) Valcano
improve it. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Meagre - paltry (small in quantity and poor in quality) Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A deep fissure in
150. Select the word which mean the same as the the earth's surface' is - 'chasm'.
group of words given: The meaning of other options is -
To make perfect or complete Earthquake - a sudden, violent shaking of the earth's
(a) Deportment (b) Attainment surface.
Tremor - a small earthquake in which the ground
(c) Impediment (d) Complement shakes slightly. (quiver)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) Volcano - a mountain with a large opening at the top
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'to make perfect through which gases and lava rare forced out into the
or complete' is - 'complement'. air.
The meaning of other options is - 155. Select the word which means the same as the
Deportment - the way in which a person stands and group of words given.
moves. A person living in the same age with another
Attaniment - success in achieving something. (a) Confidant (b) Collaborator
Impediment - obstacle (stop the progress of (c) Partner (d) Contemporary
something). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II)
151. Select the which means the same as the group Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'A person living
of words given: in the same age with another' is - contemporary.
Satisfied, with no desire to change or improve The meaning of other options is -
(a) Adolescent (b) Complacent Confident - Feeling that you are sure about your own
(c) Beneficent (d) Innocent abilities.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) Collaborator - cooperator, get together.
partner - better half, mate.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'satisfied with no 156. Choose the most appropriate word that can
desire to change or improve' is - 'complacent'. substitute the given group of words.
The meaning of other options is - The art of creating and arranging dances
Adolescent - a young person who is developing from a (a) Geology (b) Choreography
child into an adult. (c) Seismology (d) Calligraphy
beneficent - generous (giving help). SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Innocent - not guilty of a crime.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'The art of
152. Select the word which means the same as the creating and arranging dances' is choreography.
group of words given. The meaning of other options is -
A group of people who have come together in a Geology - the origin and history of the rocks and soil
religious building for worship and prayer of a particular area.
(a) Throng (b) Crowd Seismology - the scientific study of earthquakes.
(c) Multitude (d) Congregation Calligraphy - beautiful handwriting that you do with a
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157. Choose the most appropriate word that can Ans. (c) : The given group of words, ' the fear of being
substitute the given group of words. enclosed in a small space or room, is called -
Group of singers 'claustrophobia'.
(a) Jury (b) Choir The meaning of other options is -
(c) Orchestra (d) Council Hydrophobia - a morbid fear of water.
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) Acrophobia - a morbid fear of great heights.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'Group of Aerophobia - a morbid fear of air.
singers' is called - choir. 162. Select the most appropriate word for the given
The meaning of other options is - group of words.
Jury - a committee appointed to judge (panel) A list of names or things in a special order
Orchestra - a large group of people who play various (a) Atlas (b) Catalogue
musical instruments tougher. (c) Dictionary (d) Directory
Council - administrative body. SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
158. Choose the most appropriate word that can Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A list of names
substitute the given group of words. or things in special order' is called - 'catalogue'.
A place where nuns live and work The meaning of other things is -
(a) Convent (b) Dormitory Atlas - a collection of maps in books form (book of
(c) Hostel (d) Quarter maps).
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I) Dictionary - a reference book containing an
Ans. (a) The given group of words, 'A place where alphabetical list of words with information about them.
nuns live and work' is called - 'convent'. Directory - an alphabetical list of names and addresses.
The meaning of other options is - 163. Select the word which means the same as the
Dormitory - bedchamber, bedroom, sleeping room. group of word given.
Hostel - inn, lodge, student lodging. Persons living at the same time
Quarter - fourth, one fourth. (a) Colleagues (b) Contemporaries
(c) Comrades (d) Companions
159. Select the most appropriate word for the given SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
group of words.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'persons living at
A critical judge of any art and craft
the same time' is called 'contemporaries.
(a) Connoisseur (b) Curator
The meaning of other options is -
(c) Crusader (d) Cynic Colleagues - co- worker, fellow worker.
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I) Comrade - companion, fellow
Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'A critical judge of Companions - a person or an animal that travel with
any art craft' is called 'Connoisseur'. you or spends a lot of time with you.
The meaning of the other options is - 164. Select the word which means the same as the
Curator - a person whose job is to be in charge of the group of words given.
objects or works of art in a museum. The dead body of an animal
Crusader - a person who takes parta in a crusade (a) Skull (b) Skeleton
(campaign) (c) Vesper (d) Carcass
Cynic - someone who is critical of the motives of other. SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
(faultfinder) Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'The dead body
160. Select the most appropriate word for the given of an animal' is called 'carcass'.
group of words. The meaning of other animals -
A person who is recovering after an illness or Skull - the head or the brain. (cranium)
medical treatment. Skeleton - frame (a very thin person or animal)
(a) Athlete (b) Convalescent Vesper - the service of evening prayer in some
(c) Senile (d) Altruist Christian churches.
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Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A person who is D
recovering after an illness or medical treatment is
called - 'convalescent'. 165. Select the option that can be used as a one-
The meaning of other options is- word substitute for the given group of words.
Athlete - a person trained to compete in sports. A person who enjoys doing dangerous things,
Senile - mentally or physically infirm with age. in a way that other people may think is stupid.
Altruist - philanthropist, donor. (a) Cavalier (b) Lunatic
161. Select the most appropriate word for the given (c) Gallant (d) Daredevil
group of words. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
The fear of being enclosed in a small space or Ans. (d) : The most appropriate one - word substitute
room. for the given group of words 'A person who enjoys
(a) Hydrophobia (b) Acrophobia doing dangerous things, in a way that other people may
(c) Claustrophobia (d) Aerophobia think is stupid' is 'Daredevil'. Other options give
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) different meaning.
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Cavalier - A person trained in horsemanship Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘The study of
Lunatic - A person who behaves in stupid way different skin diseases’, option (b) Dermatology is
Gallant - A man who flirt with women appropriate one word.
Neurology - The medical field that deals with nervous
166. Select the option that can be used as a one- system disorder.
word substitute for the given group of words.
Psychology - The study of mind and behavior
The place that a person treats as his permanent
Radiology - The branch of medicine that deals with
home, or lives in and has a substantial radiant energy
connection with
170. Select the option that can be used as a one-
(a) Domicile (b) Embarkment word substitute for the given group of words.
(c) Oasis (d) Resort Something that is strong and lasts a long time
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II) without breaking or becoming weaker.
Ans. (a) : The correct one-word substitute for the given (a) Durable (b) Harsh
group of words 'The place that a person treats as his (c) Secure (d) Pliable
permanent home, or lives in and has a substantial' is SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
'Domicile'. Other options give different meaning. Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, option (a)
Meaning of other options - Durable is appropriate one word. Other options have
Embarkment - an artificial slope mode of stone. different meaning.
Oasis - a fertile or green area in a desert region. Harsh - Very strict and unkind
Resort - a place were a lot of people go to on holiday.Secure - Free from worry or doubt
167. Select the option that can be used as a one- Pliable – easy to bend or shape
171. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words.
Capable of being bent or pulled into different word substitute for the given group of words,
shapes Causing a mood of gloom and depression
(a) Lissome (b) Lithe (a) Apprehensive (b) Devastated
(c) Willowy (d) Ductile (c) Dismal (d) Desolate
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Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘Causing a
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate one-word substitute for
mood of gloom and depression option (c) 'Dismal' is
the given group of words ‘Capable of being bent or appropriate word. Other options have different meaning.
pulled into different shapes’ is ‘Ductile’ Apprehensive - feeling worried about something that
Other options are – you are going to do or that is going to happen
Lissome– Moving or able to move with grace and ease.
Devastated - Extremely shocked and upset
Lithe– Moving or bending easily. Desolate - Extremely sad and feeling alone.
Willowy - A person who tall and slim. 172. Select the option that can be used as a one-
168. Select the option that can be used as a one- word substitute for the given group of words.
word substitute for the given group of words. To throw an event into confusion or disorder
The wide variety of shared and different (a) Detonate (b) Disrupt
(c) Explode (d) Erupt
personal and group characteristics among
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I)
human beings
Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'To throw an
(a) Community (b) Intensity event confusion or disorder' is called 'Disrupt'.
(c) Viscosity (d) Diversity The meaning of other options is -
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Detonate - To explode or to make a bomb
Explode - to brust with a loud noise.
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate one-word substitute for
the above group of words is option (d) 'Diversity'.Erupt - to start something suddenly.
Other options give different meaning– 173. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Community – A group of people who live in a particular word substitute for the given group of words.
A herd or flock of animals being driven in a
area or place.
body
Internsity – The quality or state of being intense: (a) Throng (b) Cluster
extreme strength or force. (c) Crowd (d) Drove
Viscosity – The quality that some liquids have of being SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
thick and sticky. Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'A herd or flock
169. Select the option that can be used as a one- of animal being driven in a body' is called - 'Drove'.
word substitute for the given group of words. The meaning of other options is -
Throng - a large tethering of people (Mob)
The study of different skin diseases Cluster - a grouping of a number of similar things.
(a) Neurology (b) Dermatology (bunch, climb).
(c) Psychology (d) Radiology Crowd - a large number of things or people considered
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I together.
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174. Select the most appropriate one-word 178. Select the word which means the same as the
substitution for the given words. group of words given.
A doctor who treats skin diseases A person, animal or plant much below the
(a) Ophthalmologist (b) Orthodontist usual height
(c) Dermatologist (d) Cardiologist (a) creature (b) witch
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) wizard (d) dwarf
Ans. (c) : The above group of words, 'A doctor who SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
treats skin diseases, is called - 'Dermatologist'. Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'A person, animal
The meaning of other option is - or plant much below the usual height' is - 'dwarf'.
Ophthalmologist - a medical doctor specializing in the The meaning of other option is -
diagnosis an treatment of diseases of the eye (oculist) creature - a human being.
Orthodontist - a dentist specializing in the prevention witch - a female sorcerer or magician (enchantress).
or correction of irregularities or the teeth. Wizard - a person who skilled in magic
Cardiologist - heart specialist. 179. Select the word which means the same as the
175. Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words given.
group of words. That which can be drawn into a thin wire
A particular form of a language which is (a) brittle (b) ductile
peculiar to a specific region (c) flexible (d) smooth
(a) dialect (b) lingo SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) jargon (d) slang Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'That which can
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) be drawn into a thin wire' is called 'ductile'.
The meaning of the other options is -
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'a particular form
Brittle - breakable, having little elasticity.
of a language which is peculiar to a specific region' is -
Flexible - able to bend easily (yielding)
'dialect'. Smooth - having a surface free from roughness.
The meaning of other options is -
Lingo - a characteristic language of a particular group. 180. Select the most appropriate word for the given
Jargon - words or expressions that are ages by a group of words.
particular profession or group of people. A game in which no one wins
(a) Conquest (b) Draw
Slang - very informal words and expression that are
(c) Triumph (d) Feat
more common is spoken language.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
176. Select the most appropriate word for the given Ans : (b) The given of words, 'A game in which no
group of words. one wins' is called - 'draw'.
A young person tending to commit crime, The meaning of other options is -
particularly minor crime. Conquest - the act of conquering. (Subjugation)
(a) crime (b) derelict Triumph - a great success or victory
(c) delinquent (d) convict Feat - a notable achievement (effort)
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) 181. Select the most appropriate word for the given
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A young person group of words
tending to commit crime, particularly minor crime' is - The statistical study of the population
delinquent. (a) anthropology (b) demography
The meaning of other options is - (c) sociology (d) psychology
Crime - criminal offense. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Derelict - a person without a home, job or property. Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'the statistical
Convict - a person who has been convicted of a study of the population' is called - 'demography'.
criminal affence. The meaning of other options is -
177. Select the most appropriate one-word Anthropology - the study of the human race especially
substitution for the given group of words. of its origin, development, custom and beliefs.
A large bedroom for a number of people in an Sociology - the scientific study of the nature and
institution development of society and social behavior.
(a) chamber (b) apartment Psychology - the scientific study of the mind and how it
(c) auditorium (d) dormitory influences behavior.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) 182. Select the word that means the same as the
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'A large bedroom given group of words.
for a number of people in an institution' is called Unable to think clearly because of a mental
'Dormitory'. illness
The meaning of other options is- (a) Deranged (b) Eccentric
Chamber- a natural or artificial enclosed space. (c) Whimsical (d) Balanced
Apartment - flat (a set of rooms used for a SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
holiday/vacation) Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'unable to think
Auditorium - the area of a theater or concert hall where clearly because of a mental illness' is called -
the audience sits. 'Deranged'.
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The meaning of other options is - 187. Choose the word that can substitute the given
Eccentric - no concentric (not cantered) sentence.
Whimsical - capricious, impassive. A book of names and addresses
Balanced - being in a state of proper equilibrium. (a) Diary (b) Directory
183. Select the word which means the same as the (c) Dictionary (d) Journal
group of words given. SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
To laugh at something in a cruel way Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A book of names
(a) Deprive (b) Decide and addresses' is called - 'Directory'.
(c) Defy (d) Deride Diary - a daily contrite recorded of experiences and
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II) observations.
Dictionary - Lexicon
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'to laugh at
Journal - daybook, a news paper or magazine that
something' is called - 'deride'. deals with a particular subject or profession.
The meaning of other options is -
Deprive - to take away possessions from someone. 188. Select the word which means the same as the
decide - determine, come to a decision about group of words given.
something. A contest between two people to settle a point
Defy - hold up, resist. of honour
(a) dual (b) duel
184. Select the word which means the same as the (c) duo (d) duet
group of words given. SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
A ruler with total power over a country, Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A contest
typically one who has obtained control by force between two people settle a point of honour' is called
(a) Traitor (b) Dictator 'duel'.
(c) Democrat (d) Protector The meaning of other options are-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I) Dual - double, multiple.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, ' A ruler with Due - couple (pair, span)
total power over a country, typically one who has Duet - two performers or singers who performs
obtained control by force' is called - Dictator'. together.
The meaning of other options is -
Traitor - a person who says one thing and does E
another. (betrayer)
Democrat - an advocate of democratic principles. 189. Choose the word that can substitute the given
Protector - a person who cares from person or group of words. A person who believes in the
property. (defender). equality of all people.
185. Select the word which means the same as the (a) Philodendron (b) Philologist
group of words given. (c) Philander (d) Egalitarian
A situation requiring a choice between equally SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
undesirable alternatives or confusions Ans. (d) : For the above given group of words. A
(a) Sophistication (b) Complication person who believes in the equality of all people, the
(c) Instability (d) Dilemma most appropriate option is (d) Egalitarian '
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) Meaning of other options –
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'A situation Philodendron – A tropical climbing plant that is
requiring a choice between equally undesirable evergreen and is often grown indoors.
alternatives or confusions' is called - 'Dilemma'. Philologist – The study of language, especially its
The meaning of other options is - history and development.
Sophistication - mundanely (the quality of being
Philander – To have casual or illicit sex with a person or
sophisticated)
many people.
Instability - a lack of balance or state of
disequilibrium. (imbalance) 190. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Complication - the act or process of complicating word substitute for the given group of words.
puzzling complexity. A thing fit to eat.
186. Choose the most appropriate word that can (a) Digestible (b) Edible
substitute the given group of words. (c) Eligible (d) Curable
One who can't speak SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I)
(a) Bevy (b) Quiet Ans. (b) : For the above group of word, “A thing fit to
(c) Orphan (d) Dumb eat’ option (b) edible is appropriate word. Other options
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I) give different meaning.
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'One who can't Digestible – suitable for use a food
speak' is called - 'Dumb'. Eligible – Having the right to do or having something
The meaning of other options are - Curable – that can be made better
Bevy - a flock of birds. 191. Choose the word that can substitute the given
Quiet - peaceful. group of words. A speech made without
Orphan - a child who has lost both parents. preparation
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(a) Parable (b) Eulogy 195. Select the options that can be used as a one-
(c) Extempore (d) Chronicle word substitute for the given group of words.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) A book that contains information on various
Ans. (c) : For the above group of word, 'A speech made subjects
without Preparation' is option (c) 'Extrmpore' gives an (a) Encyclopaedia (b) Manuscript
appropriate meaning. Other options give different (c) Thesaurus (d) Dictionary
meaning. SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
Eulogy - A speech or piece of writing the praises Ans. (a) : For the above group of word ‘A book that
someone or something very much. contains information on various subjects’ option(a)
Chronicle - An account or record of a series of events. Encyclopedia is appropriate one word.
Parable - A short that uses familiar events to illustrate a Manusript- A copy of a book before it has been printed.
religious or ethical point. Thesaurus- A book that lists words in group that hare
192. Choose the word that can substitute the given similar meaning.
group of words. Dictionary- A book that explains the words that are
A lover of oneself, of one's advancement used in a particular subject.
(a) Philistine (b) Mercenary 196. Select the option that can be used as a one-
(c) Cynic (d) Egoist word substitute for the underlined group of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) words.
Ans. (d) : In the above group of words, "A lover of Mohan frequently wastes his money on
oneself, of one's advancement" is option (d) Egoist luxurious objects such as cars and digital
gives an appropriate meaning. Other options give devices.
different meaning. (a) Capitalist (b) Extravagant
Mercenary– A person hired to fight for a foreign army (c) Businessman (d) Consumer
etc. SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III
Cynic– Someone who believes that people always act Ans. (b) : For the above underlined group of words, ‘
selfishly. wastes his money on luxurious objects’ option (b)
Philistine– A person who does not like, understand or extravagant is appropriate one word. Other options have
enjoy the beauty of art, literature, music. different meaning.
193. Choose the word that can substitute the given Capitalist – A person who invests large amounts of
group of words. money in a business or businesses.
Book giving information about everything Consumer – A person who buys things are uses
(a) Dictionary (b) Encyclopedia services.
(c) Phonebook (d) Thesis 197. Select the option that can be used as a one-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) word substitute for the given group of words.
Ans. (b) : For the above group of word, "Book giving Study of insects
information about everything" option (b) (a) Entomology (b) Biology
"Encyclopedia" is appropriate word. Other options give (c) Geology (d) Ecology
different meaning. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I
Dictionary–A similar reference work giving equivalent Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘Study of
words in two or more languages. insects’ option (a) entomology is appropriate one word.
Thesis–A dissertation resulting from original research, Biology - The scientific study of living things.
esp. When submitted by a candidate for a degree or Geology - The study of rocks and of the way they are
diploma. formed.
194. Select the most appropriate one word Ecology - The study of the relationships between plants,
substitution for the given group of words. animals, people and their environment.
A man who is womanish in his habits 198. Select the word which means the same as the
(a) Effeminate (b) Indictment group of words given.
(c) Hooch (d) Infidel a book or set of books giving information on
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) many subjects or on many aspects of one
Ans. (a) : In the above group of words "A man who is subject and typically arranged alphabetically.
womanish in his habits" is option (a) Effeminate is an (a) Glossary (b) Dictionary
appropriate word. Other options gove different (c) Encyclopedia (d) Thesaurus
meaning. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
Indictment– A written paper that officially accuses Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘a book or set
somebody of a crime. of books giving information on many subjects or on
Infidel– Somebody who reject a theory of doctrine. many aspects of one subject and typically arranged
Hooch– A strong alcoholic drink, especially something alphabetically’, option (c) Encyclopedia is appropriate
that has been made illegally. one word other options have different meaning.
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Glossary– A list of special or unusual word and their Ans. (c) : For the above group of words,’ The art of
meanings, usually at the end of a text or book. effective speaking’, option (c) Elocution is appropriate
Dictionary–A book or electronic resource that gives a one word.
list of the words of a language in alphabetical order and Impromptu - Without being prepared or organized.
explains what they mean or gives a word for them in a Elocution - The ability to speak clearly, correctly and
foreign language. without a strong accent.
Thesaurus–A book that contains lists of words and Extempore - Spoken or written without any prior
preparation or thought.
phrases with similar meanings.
203. Select the option that can be used as a one-
199. Select the option that can be used as a one- word substitute for the given group of words.
word substitute for the given group of words. A person who listens to someone's private
Release someone from a duty or obligation conversation without them knowing.
(a) Banish (b) Exonerate (a) Secret agent (b) Spy
(c) Dismiss (d) Expel (c) Eavesdropper (d) Infiltrator
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : The above group of words, 'A person who
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words ‘Release listens to someone's private conversation without them
someone from a duty or obligation’, option (b) knowing' is called eavesdropper.
Exonerate is appropriate one word. The meaning of other options is -
Banish- To send somebody away (especially out of the secret agents - intelligence officer.
country, usually as a punishment. Spy - undercover agent.
Expel- To force somebody to leave a country, school, Infiltrator - someone who takes a position
club etc. surreptitiously for the purpose of espionage.
Dismiss- To order an employee to leave his job. 204. Select the most appropriate one-word
substitution for the given words.
200. Select the option that can be used as a one- Speech made without preparation
word substitute for the given group of words. (a) Extempore (b) Statement
A change which is the result of an act or some (c) Speech (d) Debate
cause SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
(a) Effect (b) Affect Ans. (a) : The above group of words, 'speech made
(c) Product (d) Addition without preparation' is called - 'extempore'.
SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I The other options give different meaning.
Debate - argument, public debate.
Ans. (a) : For the above group of word, A change Statement - the act of affirming or asserting.
which is the result of an act or some cause, option (a)
205. Select the most appropriate one-word
effect is appropriate one word. substitution for the given group of words.
Affect- A person or thing, it influences them or causes The dates when days and nights are of equal
them to change in some way. length
Product- A product is something that is produced and (a) equinox (b) solstice
sold in large quantities. (c) stellar (d) eclipse
Addition- A person or thing that is added to something. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
201. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'The dates when
days and night are of equal length' is called - 'Equinox'.
word substitute for the given group of words.
The meaning of other options is -
Study of insects Solstice - either of the two times of the year when the
(a) Entomology (b) Ornithology seen is at its greatest distance from the celestial
(c) Geology (d) Terminology equator.
SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I Stellar - being or relating to stars. (Astral).
Eclipse - occultation
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘Study of
insects’ option (a) Entomology is appropriate one word. 206. Select the most appropriate one-word
substitution for the given group of words.
Ornithology - The branch of zoology that deals with the Study of environment
study of birds. (a) radiology (b) pathology
Geology - The study of rocks and of the way they are (c) ecology (d) cosmology
formed. SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Terminology - Sepecial words or expressions used in Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'Study of
relation to a particular subject or activity. environment' is called - 'ecology'.
202. Select the option that can be used as a one- The meaning of other options is -
word substitute for the given group of words. Radiology - The branch of medical science dealing
with medical of x-ray or other penetrating radiation.
The art of effective speaking Pathology - the branch of medical science that studies
(a) Impromptu (b) Allocation the causes and nature and effects of diseases.
(c) Elocution (d) Extempore Cosmology - the metaphysical study of the origin and
SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I nature of the universe.
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207. Select the word which means the same as the Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'All the people in
group of words given. country or area who are entitled to vote in an election' is
Something which is fit to be eaten. called - 'electorate'.
(a) Unpalatable (b) Delicious The meaning of other options is -
(c) Edible (d) Tasty Inhabitants - dweller, denizen.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) Resident - occupies, living in a particular place.
Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'Something which Settlers - colonist (a person who settle in a new colony
is fit to be eaten, is called - 'Edible'. or moves into new country)
The meaning of other options is - 212. Select the word which means the same as the
Unpalatable - not pleasant or acceptable. group of words given.
Delicious - extremely pleasing to the sense of taste. Soon passing out or of a short duration
Tasty - palatable, having a strong and pleasant flavor. (a) Frostbite (b) Evanescent
208. Select the word which means the same as the (c) Extempore (d) Fluke
group of words given. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I)
An inscription on a tombstone written in Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'Soon passing out
memory of the deceased or of a short duration' is called 'Evanescent'.
(a) slab (b) basilica The meaning of other options is -
(c) epitaph (d) pillar Frostbite - cryopathy
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) extempore - impromptu
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'An inscription on Fluke - good luck
a tombstone written in memory of the deceased' is 213. Select the word which means the same as the
called 'Epitaph'. group of words given.
The meaning of other options is - Painless death given to patients to relieve
Slab - block consisting of a thick piece of something. suffering.
Basilica - a roman building used for public (a) Euphemism (b) Euthanasia
administration. (c) Euphoria (d) Euphorbia
Pillar - column. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'Painless death
209. Select the option that can be used as a one- given to patients to relieve suffering' is called -
word substitute for the given group of words. Euthanasia'.
Words written on a tombstone in the memory The meaning of other options is -
of the person who has died Euphemism - the substitution of an agreeable or
(a) prologue (b) epilogue inoffensive expression.
(c) stela (d) epitaph Euphoria - Euphony (a feeling of great elation.
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) Euphorbia - Genus euphorbia.
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'Words written on 214. Select the word which means the same as the
a tombstone in the memory of the person who has died' group of words given.
is called 'epitaph'. A person who speaks always in praise of
The meaning of other options is - himself
Prologue - an introductory section of a novel or other (a) Conventionalist (b) Evangelist
literary work. (c) Egotist (d) Nationalist
Epilogue - a short speech addressed directly to the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
audience by an actor at the end of a play. Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A person who
210. Select the most appropriate word which means speaks always in praise of himself' is called 'Egotist'.
the same as the group of words given. The meaning of other options is-
To prepare written material for publication by Conventionalist - following accepted customs and
correcting or modifying it proprietes.
(a) summarise (b) abridge Evangelist - a preacher of the christian gospel.
(c) edit (d) crop Nationalist - patriot.
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) 215. Select the word which means the same as the
Ans : (c) The given group of words 'To prepare written group of words given.
material for publication by correcting or modifying it' is A situation in which many people leave a place
called 'edit'. at the same time
Summarise - give a summary of (resume) (a) Navigation (b) Immigration
Abridge - lessen, diminish or curtail. (c) Mitigation (d) Exodus
Crop - harvest. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
211. Select the most appropriate option that can be Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'A situation in
used as a one-word substitute for the given which many people leave a place at the same time' is
group of words. called 'Exodus'.
All the people in a country or area who are The meaning of other options is -
entitled to vote in an election. Navigation - the guidance of ships or airplanes from
(a) electorate (b) inhabitants place to place.
(c) residents (d) settlers Immigration - in-migration (a country of which you are
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) not a native in order to settle there).

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216. Select the word which means the same as the 221. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given. group of words given.
Lasting for a very short time Someone who leaves one's country to settle in
(a) Ephemeral (b) Endless another country.
(c) Illusory (d) Infinite (a) Tourist (b) Emigrant
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) Foreigner (d) Explorer
Ans. (a) The given words, 'Lasting for a very short SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II)
time' is called 'Ephemeral'. Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'Someone who
The meaning of other options is - leaves one's country to settle in another county' is
Endless - infinite, dateless. called - 'Emigrant'.
illusory - based on or having the nature of an illusion.
The meaning of other options is -
Infinite - limitless, bound less.
Foreigner - alien, outlander.
217. Select the word which means the same as the Explorer - adventurer.
group of words given. Tourist - someone who travels for pleasure.
Steal or misappropriate money
(a) Overcharge (b) Raid 222. Select the word which means the same as the
(c) Embezzle (d) Manipulate group of words given.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III) A poem that expresses lament for the dead
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'Something which (a) Lyric (b) Ode
lasts forever' is called 'Embezzle'. (c) Elegy (d) Sonnet
The meaning of other options is - SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I)
Overcharge - surcharge (ask an unreasonable price) Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A poem that
Raid - a sudden short attack around) expresses lament for the dead' is called 'Elegy'.
Manipulate - control shrewdly or deviously. The meaning of other option is -
218. Choose the most appropriate word that can Lyric - of or related to a category of poetry that
substitute the given group of words. expresses emotions.
Something which lasts forever Ode - a lyric poem with complex stanza form a poem
(a) Eternal (b) Temporal that speaks to a person or thing.
(c) Annual (d) Peripheral Sonnet - a poem that has 14 lines, each containing 10
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I) syllables, and a fixed pattern of rhyme.
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'Something 223. Select the word which means the same as the
which lasts forever' is called Eternal'. group of words given.
The meaning of other options is - A short speech at the end of a play.
Temporal - not eternal, temporary. (a) Eulogy (b) Prologue
Annual - occuring or payable every year. (c) Epilogue (d) Chorus
Peripheral - circumferential.
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219. Select the word which means the same as the
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A short speech at
group of words given.
A person who wastes his money on luxury the end of a play' is called 'Epilogue'.
(a) Monarch (b) Expensive The meaning of other options is -
(c) Frugal (d) Extravagant Eulogy - a formal expression of praise for someone
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III) who has died recently.
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'A person who Prologue - an introductory section of a novel or other
wastes his money on luxury' is called - 'Extravagant'. literary work.
The meaning of other options is - Chorus - a group of people assembled to sing together.
Monarch - crowned head, sovereign. 224. Select the word which means the same as the
Expensive - high in price (costly) group of words given.
Frugal - economical, thrifty. A disease that is prevalent in a particular area.
220. Select the word which means the same as the (a) Genetic (b) Contagious
group of words given. (c) Endemic (d) Viral
A poem of serious reflection, typically a lament SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
for the dead. Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A disease that is
(a) Hymn (b) Elegy prevalent in a particular area' is called 'Endemic'.
(c) Ballad (d) Sonnet The meaning of other options is -
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II) Genetic - relating to the science of genetics.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A poem of Contagious - contractible, transmissible.
serious reflection, typically a lament for the dead' is Viral - caused by a virus.
called 'Elegy'. 225. Select the word which means the same as the
The meaning of other options is -
Hymn - a song of praise (to god or to a saint) group of words given.
One who studies and cares about environment
Ballast - a narrative poem of popular origin (lay)
(a) Archeologist (b) Ecologist
Sonnet - a verse from consisting of 14 lines with a (c) Anthropologist (d) Biologist
fixed rhyme scheme. SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'One who studies Ans. (a) : In the above sentence underlined, group of
and cares about environment' is called 'Ecologist'. word the quality of being faithful option (a) "fidelity"
The meaning of other options is - gives appropriate meaning. Other options give different
Archeologist - one who studies prehistoric people and
their culture. meaning.
Anthropologist - a person who studies anthropology. Creditability - Of a quite good standard and deserving
Biologist - a scientist who studies living organ. (life praise or approval.
scientist). Honesty - The quality of being honest.
Genuineness - The quality of being honest and sincore.
F 230. Select the most appropriate one word
substitution for the given words.
226. Choose the word that can substitute the given a period of two weeks
group of words. Destruction of a fetus (a) month (b) century
(a) Ellipse (b) Abhor (c) decade (d) fortnight
(c) Fratricide (d) Feticide SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'A period of two
Ans. (d) : The one-word of the given group of words- weeks' is called 'fortnight'.
‘Destruction of a fetus’ is ‘Feticide’. The meaning of other options is -
Meaning of other options- Century - a period of 100 years.
Ellipse – A regular oval shape. Decade - a period of 10 years (decennary).
Abhor – To hate something very much. Month - one of the twelve divisions of the calendar
Fratricide – The killing of one's brother. year.
227. Select the option that can be used as a one- 231. Select the option that can be used as one-word
word substitute for the given group of words. substitute for the given group of words.
Being careful that every detail of something is A person who arranges and sells cut flowers
correct (a) Grocer (b) Flautist
(a) Squeamish (b) Fastidious (c) Florist (d) Gardener
(c) Impregnable (d) Stubborn SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘ A person
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate one-word substitute of who arranges and sells cut flowers, option (c) florist is
the above group of word 'Being careful that every appropriate one word. Other options have different
detail of something is correct' is option (b) 'Fastidious' meaning.
(irritable). Grocer - A shop that sells food and other things.
Meaning of other options- Flautist - A person who plays a musical instrument.
Squeamish- Easily shocked as by the sight of blood. Gardener - A person whose job is to work in a garden.
Impreganble - not able to be captured by attack very 232. Select the option that can be used as a one-
strong? word substitute for the given group of words.
Stubborn - 'Performed or carried on in an unyieleding, Something that is to your advantage but
obstinate manner'. happened by chance
228. Select the option that can be used as a one- (a) Deliberate (b) Fortuitous
word substitute for the given group of words. (c) Occidental (d) Purposeful
The constitutional right to vote SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) Voting (b) Buttoning Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'Something that is
(c) Polling (d) Franchise to your advantage but happened by change' is called -
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) 'fortuitous'.
Ans. (d) : A one word substitute for the given group of The meaning of other options is -
words 'the constitutional right to vote' is option (d) Deliberate - carefully thought out in advance.
'Franchise'. Occidental - denoting or characteristic of chantries of
Meaning of other options - Europe and western hemisphere.
Voting - To choose somebody for a particular position Purposeful - meaningful (having a meaning).
or prize. 233. Select the most appropriate word for the given
Buttoning - To choose somebody for a particular group of words.
position or prize. A group of birds of one kind
Polling - To propel a boat or raft with a pole. (a) Crowd (b) Bevy
229. Select the option that can be used as a one- (c) Band (d) Flock
word substitute for the underlined part of the SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
given sentence. Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'A group of birds
Dogs are known for possession of the quality of of one kind' is called 'Flock'.
being faithful. Crowd - gang, posse.
(a) fidelity (b) creditability Bevy - a flock of birds (especially when gathered close
(c) honesty (d) genuineness together on the ground)
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) Band - an unofficial association of people or group.
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234. Select the word which means the same as the The meaning of other options is -
group of words given. Vessels - an object used as a container (especially for
easily broken liquids)
(a) fragile (b) pliable Navy - naval forces.
(c) malleable (d) ductile Cruisers - pleasure boat
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III) 239. Choose the most appropriate word that can
Ans. (a) : The given group of words 'easily broken' is substitute the given group of words.
called - 'fragile'. A group of ships
The meaning of other options is - (a) Fleet (b) Suite
Pliable - ductile, tensile. (c) Army (d) Bevy
Malleable - capable of being shaped or bent. SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ductile - pliant, given a form. Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A group of ships'
235. Select the word which means the same as the is called 'Fleet'.
group of words given. The meaning of other options is -
Someone who believes that people cannot Suite - the group following and attending to some
change the way events will happen important person (cortege).
(a) prophet (b) fatalist Army - regular army (a permanent organization of the
(c) fanatic (d) seer military, land forces of nations)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II) Bevy - a flock of birds.
Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'Someone who 240. Select the most appropriate word of the given
believes that people cannot change the way events will group of words.
happen' is called 'fatalist'. An act of murdering one's brother
Prophet - someone who speaks by divine inspiration (a) Fratricide (b) Regicide
Fanatic - a person who motivated by irrational (c) Genocide (d) Patricide
enthusiasm. SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Seer - a person with unusual powers of foresight. Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'An act of
236. Select the most appropriate word for the given murdering one's brother' is called 'Fratricide'.
group of words. The meaning of other options is -
A person who sells and arranges cut flowers. Regicide - the act of killing a king.
(a) Nutritionist (b) Agriculturist Genocide - systematic killing of a crucial (race
(c) Florist (d) Botanist murder)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I) Patricide - the murder of your father.
Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'A person who 241. Select the most appropriate word for the given
sells and arranges cut flowers' is called 'Florist'. group of words.
The meaning of other options is - Something which leads to death
Nutritionist - a specialist in the study of flood, (a) Fatal (b) Trial
nourishment and health. (Dietician) (c) Penal (d) Vital
Agriculturist - cultivator, grower SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Botanist - a biologist specializing in the study of Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'Something
plants. which leads to death' is called 'Fatal'.
237. Select the most appropriate word for the group The meaning of other option is -
of words. Trial - test
One who is difficult to please Penal - Pemishable
(a) fastidious (b) fanatic Vital - life sustaining essential.
(c) fatalist (d) feminist 242. Select the most appropriate word for the given
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I) group of words :
Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'One who is A person motivated by irrational enthusiasm
difficult to please' is called - 'fastidious'. (a) Infidel (b) Fanatic
The meaning of other options is - (c) Atheist (d) Polytheist
Fanatic - a person motivated by irrational enthusiasm. SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(fiend) Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A person
Fatalist - predestinations. motivated by irrational enthusiasm' is called 'Fanatic'.
Feminist - a supporter of feminism. The meaning of other options.
Infidel - a person who does not acknowledge your god.
238. Select the word which means the same as the Atheist - someone who denies the existence of god.
group of words given. Polytheist - one who believes in a plurality of gods.
A group of ships sailing together 243. Select the word which means the same as the
(a) Fleet (b) Vessels group of words given.
(c) Navy (d) Cruisers A period of two weeks
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) (a) Quarter (b) Decade
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A group of ships (c) Fortnight (d) Weekend
sailing together' is called 'Fleet'. SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A period of two 247. Select the option that can be used as a one-
weeks' is called 'Fortnight' (two weeks). word substitute for the given group of words.
The meaning of other options is - Drawings or writing on a wall in a public place
Quarter - One of four equal parts. (Three months) (a) Graffiti (b) Caricature
Decade - a period of 10 years (c) Collage (d) Portrait
Weekend - Saturday and Sunday or slightly longer. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, 'Drawings or
G writing on a wall in a public place' option (a) Graffiti is
appropriate one word.
244. Select the most appropriate word for the given Caricature - A representation of a person that is
group of words. exaggerated for comic effect.
Tending to associate with others of one's kind Collage - The art of making a picture by sticking pieces
(a) Pungent (b) Venial of colored paper, cloth or photographs onto a surface.
(c) Gregarious (d) Pedantic Portrait - A portrait is a painting, drawing or
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) photograph of a particular person.
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate word for the group of 248. Select the option that can be used as a one-
words 'Tending to associate with others of one's kind' is word substitute for the given group of words.
'Gregarious' Science of heredity
other words are ____ (a) Orthopedics (b) Pathology
pungent- Smelling or testing very strong and sharp. (c) Genealogy (d) Genetics
Venial- That may be forgiven, pardonable. SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
Pedantic - Too worried about rules or details. Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, Science of
245. Select the option that can be used as a one- heredity’, option (d) Genetics is appropriate one word.
word substitute for the underlined part of the Orthopedics - The treatment or study of bones.
given sentence. Pathology - The scientific study of diseases of the body.
There is a place for grains in the backyard of Genealogy - A record or account of the ancestry and
this house. descent of a person, family or group.
(a) dormitory (b) apiary 249. Select the word which means the same as the
(c) archive (d) granary group of words given.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) A room or building with equipment for doing
Ans. (d) : In the above sentence underlined group of physical exercise
word 'place for grains' is granary. Other options give (a) dormitory (b) convent
different meaning. (c) infirmary (d) gymnasium
Dormitory – A room for several people to sleep in, SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
especially in school Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'A room or
Apiary - A place where bees are kept. bulging with equipment for doing physical exercise is
called 'gymnasium'.
Archive - Collection of historical record of a
The meaning of other options is -
Government.
Dormitory - residence hall, student residence.
246. Select the option that can be used as a one- Infirmary - a health facility where patients receive
word substitute for the given group of words. treatment (hospital)
The murder of a large number of people from a Convent - a religious residence especially for nun.
particular nation or ethnic group. 250. Select the most appropriate word which means
(a) Genocide (b) Honour killing the same as the group of words given.
(c) Geronticide (d) Mariticide One who is easily deceived
(a) delible (b) gullible
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II) (c) incorrigible (d) infallible
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate one word substitute for SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
the given group of words 'The murder of a large number Ans : (b) The given group of words 'One who is easily
of people from a particular nation or ethnic group ' is ' deceived' is called 'Gullible'.
Genocide'. The meaning of other options is -
The meaning of the other words is– Delible - Able to be deleted.
Honour Killing means – the Killing of a relative Infalliable - Never making mistakes or being wrong.
especially a girl. 251. Select the option which is the most appropriate
Geronticide means – The killing or euthanasia of the one word substitution for the given group of
elderly. words.
Animals living in flocks
Mariticide means – The act of Killing one's spouse,
(a) gregarious (b) bohemian
especially the murder of a husband by his a life.
(c) social (d) herbivorous
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans : (a) 'Animals living in flocks' is called Suburb - a residential district located on the act skirt of
'Gregarious'. a city.
Bohemian - unconventional Colony - a group of organism of the same type living
Herbivorous - feeding only on plants (baccivorous) or growing together.
252. Select the most appropriate word for the group 257. Select the most appropriate word for the given
of words. group of words.
people who enjoy social company An extremely large mass of ice which moves
(a) gregarious (b) unanimous very slowly, often down a mountain valley
(c) gorgeous (d) herbivorous (a) Mirage (b) Glacier
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Island (d) Ocean
Ans : (a) The given group of words 'people who enjoy SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
social company' is called 'gregarious'. Ans. (b) : The given words, 'An extremely large mass
The meaning of other options is - of ice which moves very slowly, often down a
Unanimous - in complete agreement. mountain valley' is called 'Glacier'.
Gorgeous - beautiful. The meaning of other options is -
Herbivorous - feeding an grasses. Mirage - illusion
253. Select the most appropriate word for the group Island - a land mass that is surrounded by water.
of words. Ocean - sea.
One who eats too much
(a) overweight (b) glutton H
(c) corpulent (d) obese
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) 258. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Ans : (b) The given group of words 'One who eats too word substitute for the given group of words.
much' is called 'Glutton'. A place where airplanes are kept for
Overweight - fleshy, heavy, fat. maintenance
Corpulent - excessively large obese, weighty) (a) Scullery (b) Hangar
Obese - corpulent, fat. (c) Hanger (d) Aviary
254. Select the word which means the same as the SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
group of words given. Ans. (b) : The most appropriate one-word substitute for
A person who studies the structure of the earth the above given group of words 'A place where
(a) Geographer (b) Gemologist airplanes are kept for maintenance' is 'Hangar'.
(c) Gynaecologist (d) Geologist
Meaning of other option-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III)
Scullery- A small room or kitchen in an old house.
Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'a Person who
Hanger- A metal or plastic object with a look that is
studies the Structure of the earth' is called 'Geologist'.
used for hanging up cloths in a cupboard.
The meaning of other options is -
Aviary- A large cage in which birds are kept.
Geographer - an expert on geographer.
Gemologist - One who works in the field of gemology. 259. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Gynaecologist - woman's doctor. word substitute for the underlined segment.
255. Select the word which means the same as the The company was known for its deserving
group of words given. respect or admiration business practices and
Tending to associate with others of ones kind honest and fair ethical standards.
(a) Congruous (b) Harmounious (a) honourable (b) decent
(c) Gregarious (d) Genial (c) respectable (d) trustworthy
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) The given group of words 'Tending to
associate with others of ones kind' is called 'Gregarious'. Ans. (a) : The most appropriate one – word for the
The meaning of other options is - underlined segment 'know for its deserving respect or
Congruous - suitable or appropriate admiration business practices and honest and fair ethical
Harmonious - balanced standards' is option (a) 'honourable'.
Genial - affable, amiable, cordial Decent - Socially acceptable or good.
256. Select the word which means the same as the Respectable - Having or deserving the respect of other
group of words given: people, estimable, worthy.
A part of the city especially the slum area Trustworthy - Able to be trusted.
(a) Ghetto (b) Metropolis 260. Choose the word that can substitute the given
(c) Suburb (d) Colony group of words.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) Exaggerated claims, not meant to be taken
Ans. (a) : The given group of words 'A part of the city seriously
especially the slum area' is called 'Ghetto'. (a) Hyperpyrexia (b) Hyperbole
The meaning of other options is - (c) Hypergamy (d) Hyperreal
metropolis - Urban city, city. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
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Ans. (b) : For the above group of word, "Exaggerated 265. In the following question, out of the four
claims, not meant, to be taken seriously" is option (b) alternative, select the alternative which is the
'Hyperbole' is given appropriate meaning. Other options best substitute of the phrase.
give different meaning. Preferring or attracted to sunlight
Hypergamy – Marrying a spouse of higher caste (a) Lithophilous (b) Heliophilous
Hyperpyrexia – High fever (c) Topophilia (d) Homophile
Hyperreal – Exaggerating reality SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
261. Select the most appropriate word for the given Ans. (b) The above group of words, 'Preferring or
group of words. attracted to sunlight' is called 'Heliophilous'.
A cage for small animals The meaning of other options is -
(a) Cave (b) Hutch Lithophilous - growing or living in stony places.
(c) Shed (d) Hut Topophilia - the lover of or emotional connections with
place or physical environment.
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II
Hemophile - bleeder (someone who has hemophilia and
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words ‘A cage for is subject to uncontrollable bleeding).
small animals’, option (b) Hutch is appropriate one
word. 266. Select the correct one – word substitution for
the given words.
Cave - A hollow in the earth, especially one opening Work for which no salary is paid
more or less horizontally into a hill, mountain etc.
(a) Optional (b) Honorary
Shed - A small building that is used for keeping things (c) Mandatory (d) Bonus
or animal in. SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II)
Hut - A small building with one room, usually made of Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'Work for which
wood or metal. no salary is paid' is called 'Honorary'.
262. Select the option that can be used as a one- The other options give different meanings.
word substitute for the given group of words. Optional - not compulsory (elective)
A person exhibiting excessive worry about Mandatory - compulsory, required.
one's health Bonus - incentive.
(a) Intellectual (b) Hypochondriac 267. Select the most appropriate word which means
(c) Megalomaniac (d) Expert the same as the group of words given.
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I One who holds a post without any salary
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words ‘A person (a) volunteer (b) samaritan
exhibiting worry about one’s health’, option (b) (c) honorary (d) highbrow
Hypochondriac is appropriate one word. SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Intellectual - Connected with or using a person's ability Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'One who holds a
to think in a logical way and understanding things. post without any salary' is called 'Honorary'.
Megalomaniac - A person suffering from megalomania. The meaning of other options is -
Expert - A person who has a lot of special knowledge or Volunteer - unpaid worker.
kill. Samaritan - a person who gives help and sympathy to
people who need it.
263. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words. 268. Select the most appropriate word which means
The sound of owls the same as the group of words given.
(a) Moo (b) Caw To spend winter in a dormant state
(c) Cluck (d) Hoot (a) hoist (b) hibernate
SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III (c) convalesce (d) connote
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words ‘The sound of
owls’ option (d) Hoot is appropriate one word. Other Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'To spend winter
options have different meaning. in a dormant state' is called - 'hibernate'.
264. Select the option that can be used as a one- The meaning of other options is -
word substitute for the given group of words. Convalesce - recover, recuperate.
A large building with an extensive floor area, Connote - express or state indirectly. (Imply).
typically for housing aircraft 269. Select the word which means the same as the
(a) Barn (b) Hangar group of words given.
(c) Shed (d) Airport A box or cage for rabbits or small animals
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) (a) lair (b) hutch
Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'A large building (c) menagerie (d) kennel
with an extensive floor area typically for housing SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
aircraft' is called 'Hangar'. Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A box or cage
The meaning of other options is - for rabbits or small animals' is called 'hutch'.
Barn - a large farm building for storing grain or keeping The meaning of other options is -
animals in. Lair - den (The habitation of wild animals)
Shed - disgorage, spill. Menagerie - zoo, zoological garden
Airport - aerodrome, drome. Kennel - dog house.

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270. Select the word which means the same as the Ans. (a) : The given group of words 'Things which are
group of words given. of the same kind and of the same dimensions.' is called
The therapeutic use of sunlight 'Homogenous'.
(a) psephology (b) heliotherapy The meaning of other options is -
(c) dactylology (d) generalogy Homophony - the same pronunciation for words of
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) different origins.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words 'The therapeutic Homosexual - having a sexual attraction of persons of
use of sunlight' is called 'heliotherapy'. the same sex. (gay woman)
Psephology - the branch of sociology that studies Homonymous - having the same designation.
election trends (as by option polls) 275. Select the word which means the same as the
Dactylology - the method of using manual sign group of words given.
language, as in communicating with deaf people. Come in the way of
Genealogy - the study or investigation of ancestry and (a) Indulge (b) Deprive
family history. (c) Hamper (d) Facilitate
271. Select the most appropriate word for the given SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)
group of words Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'come in the way
Place for collection of dried plant specimens of' is called 'Hamper'.
(a) green house (b) nursery The meaning of other options is -
(c) warehouse (d) herbarium Indulge - enjoy to excess (luxuriate)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I) Deprive - take away (impoverish)
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'Place for Facilitate - make easier (alleviate, ease)
collection of dried plant specimens' is called 276. Select the word which means the same as the
'herbarium'. group of words given:
The meaning of other options is - Making one feel very sad
Green house - a building with glass walls and roof. (a) Heart-to-heart (b) Heart-searching
(glasshouse) (c) Heart-stopping (d) Heart-wrenching
Nursery - a child's room for a baby or greenhouse SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Warehouse - a storehouse for goods and merchandise. Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'Making one feel
272. Select the word which means the same as the very sad' is called 'Heart-wrenching'.
group of words given. The other options is not a suitable answer.
Condition of sleep certain parts of the year 277. Select the word which means the same as the
(a) Somnambulism (b) Constipation group of words given.
(c) Dehydration (d) Hibernation Something that is extremely unpleasant
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III) (a) Heightened (b) Humane
(c) Humorous (d) Horrendous
Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'Condition of
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sleep during certain parts of the year' is called
'Hibernation'. Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'Something that is
The meaning of other options is - extremely unpleasant' is called 'Horrendous'.
Somnambulism - walking by a person who is asleep. Heightened - make more extreme.
(sleepwalking) Humane - civilised
Constipation - the act of making something futile and Humorous - full of or characterized by human
useless. (mirthful)
Dehydration - the press of extracting moisture. 278. In the following question, out of the four given
273. Select the word which means the same as the alternatives, select the alternative which is the
group of words given. best substitute of the phrase.
A song or music in praise of God A woman who entertains guests.
(a) Hymn (b) Epic (a) Nurse (b) Waiter
(c) Elegy (d) Ode (c) Hostess (d) Maid
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A song or music in Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A woman who
entertains guests' is called 'Hostess'.
praise of god' is called 'Hymn'.
The meaning of other options is -
The meaning of other options is -
Nurse - a person whose job is to take care of sick.
Epic - a long narrative poem telling of a hero's deeds. Waiter - a person whose job is to serve customers at
Elegy - a mournful poem; a lament for the dead. their table in a restaurant, etc.
Ode - a lyric poem with comply stanza forms. Maid - a female servant in a house or hotel.
274. Select the word which means the same as the 279. In the following question, out of the four given
group of words given.
Things which are of the same kind and of the alternatives, select the alternative which is the
best substitute of the Phrase.
same dimensions. That which eats grass.
(a) Homogenous (b) Homophony (a) Carnivore (b) Omnivore
(c) Homosexual (d) Homonymous (c) Herbivore (d) Photovore
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Ans : (c) The given group of words ' That which eats Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A person
grass.' is called 'Herbivore' pretending to be some body the isn't' is called
The meaning of other options is - 'hypocrite'.
Carnivore - any animal that eats meat. The meaning of other options is -
Omnivore - an animal or a person that eats all types of Aristocrat - a member of change (blimpish)
food. Bureaucrat - an official of a bureaucracy
280. Choose the most appropriate word that can 285. Select the word which means the same as the
substitute the given group of words. group of words given.
One who pretends to be what he is not A song written in the praise of God
(a) Director (b) Hypocrite (a) Hymn (b) Elegy
(c) Creator (d) Acrobat (c) Ode (d) Epic
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I) SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : The given Group of words 'One who Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A song written
pretends to be what he is not' is called 'hypocrite'. in the praise of god' is called 'Hymn'
The meaning of other options is - The meaning of the options is -
Director - one of a group of senior managers who run a elegy - a mournful poem; a lament for the deal.
company. ode - a lyric poem with complex stanza forms.
Creator - God Epic - a long narrative poem telling of a hero's deeds.
Acrobat - an entertainer who performs difficult acts (heroic poem)
such as balancing on high ropes, especially at a circus.
281. Select the most appropriate word for the given I
group of words.
286. Select the option that can be used as a one-
An abnormal fear of water
(a) Cacophobia (b) Hydrophobia word substitute for the given group of words.
(c) Algophobia (d) Pyrophobia Too strong to be defeated or changed
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Invincible (b) Sovereign
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'An abnormal (c) Vigorous (d) Headstrong
fear of water' is called 'Hydrophobia'. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
The meaning of other options is -
Cacophobia - an intense fear of ugliness. Ans. (a) : The above given group of words 'Too strong
Algophobia - a morbid fear of pain to be defeated or changed,' a one word substitute is
Pyrophobia - a morbid fear of fire. 'invincible'.
282. Select the most appropriate word for the given Meaning of other options -
group of words. Sovereign - A king, queen or other ruler of a country.
Friendly and welcoming to visitors. Vigorous - Very forceful or energetic.
(a) Hostile (b) Hostel Headstrong - A person who is determined to do things
(c) Hospital (d) Hospitable their own way refuses to listen to advice.
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'Friendly and 287. Select the option that can be used as a one-
welcoming to visitors' is called 'Hospitable'. word substitute for the given group of words.
The meaning of other options is - Certain to happen
Hostile - characterized by enmity or ill will. (a) Inevitable (b) Convertible
Hostel - a hotel providing overnight lodging for (c) Indispensable (d) Justifiable
travelers. (Inn, lodge). SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Hospital - a health facility where sick or injured people Ans. (a) : For the above group of word, "certain to
are given medical. happen' option (a) 'inevitable' gives appropriate
283. Select the word which means the same as the meaning other options gives different meaning
group of words given. Convertible – Able to changed into another form
One who loses temper very soon Indispensable – very important
(a) Temporal (b) Argumentative Justifiable – Reasonable and acceptable
(c) Tampered (d) Hot-headed
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III) 288. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words.
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'One who loses Done without conscious control; unintentional
temper very soon, is called - 'hot-heated'.
The meaning of other options is - (a) Invincible (b) Involuntary
Temporal - not eternal (temporary) (c) Invitro (d) Invoke
Argumentative - quarrelsome. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Tampered - interfere with. Ans. (b) : The most appropriate one–word for the given
284. Choose the most appropriate word that can group of words 'Done without conscious Control;
substitute the given group of words. unintentional' is option (b) 'Involuntary'.
A person pretending to be somebody he isn't. Invincible - Too strong or power to be defeated.
(a) Aristocrat (b) Hypocrite Invitro - Taking place outside a living body, in scientific
(c) Conservative (d) Bureaucrat apparatus.
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) Invoke - To appeal to or cite in support or justification.
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289. Choose the word that can substitute the given 293. Select the options that can be used as a one-
group of word. word substitute for the given group of words.
One who does not express oneself freely A thing or substance that is liable to catch fire
(a) Skeptic (b) Erudite easily
(c) Introvert (d) Pessimist (a) Inaudible (b) Inflammable
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I) (c) Incombustible (d) Extinguishable
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words "One who does SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
not express oneself freely" option (c) "Introvert" is Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘A thing or
appropriate one word. substance that is liable to catch fire easily’, option (b)
Skeptic - A person who doubts that something is true, inflammable is appropriate one word.
right.
Inaudible - Unbale to be heard.
Erudite - Showing a lot of knowledge.
Pessimist - Thinking that bad things are more likely to Incombustible - Unable to be burn easily.
happen. Extinguishable - Capable of being extinguished or
killed.
290. Choose the word that can substitute the given
group of words. 294. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Travelling from place to place word substitute for the given group of words.
(a) Recluse (b) Arcane One who supervises students in an examination
(c) Reverent (d) Itinerant hall
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV) (a) Inspector (b) Examinee
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words 'Travelling (c) Invigilator (d) Teacher
from place to place' option (d) 'Itinerant' is appropriate SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II
one word. Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, option (c)
Recluse - A person who lives alone and deliberately invigilator is appropriate one word.
avoids other people. Inspector - Someone who looks into, observes and
Arcane - Mysterious and know only by a few people. examines things.
Reverent - Feeling or showing profound respect. Examinee - A person who is examined.
291. Select the option that can be used as a one- Teacher - A person whose job is to teach.
word substitute for the underlined group of 295. Select the option that can be used as a one-
words in the given sentence. word substitute for the given group of words.
Adversity always presents opportunities for the An image of a God used for worship
examination of one's own conscious thoughts (a) Temple (b) Model
and feelings. (c) Icon (d) Idol
(a) evaluation (b) cognition SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III
(c) judgement (d) introspection
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘An image of a
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God used for worship’ option (d) Idol is appropriate one
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate one-word for the above word.
underlined group of words is option (d) 'introspection'. Temple - A building where people pray to a god or
Other options give different meanings– gods.
Evaluation – To judge the value or condition of Model - To work or act as a fashion or art model.
someone or something. Icon - A person or thing that is considered to be a
Cognition – The use of conscious mental processes. symbol of something.
Judgement – The ability to form valuable opinions and
make good decisions. 296. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of
292. Select the option that can be used as a one-
words.
word substitute for the given group of words.
The examination or observation of one's own
Someone who attacks cherished ideas or
traditional institutions mental and emotional processes
(a) Believer (b) Iconoclast (a) Inspection (b) Valuation
(c) Humanitarian (d) Misanthrope (c) Introspection (d) Assessment
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words ‘someone who Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, option (c)
attacks cherished ideas or traditional institutions’, introspection is appropriate one word. Other options
option (b) Iconoclast is appropriate one word. have different, meaning.
Believer - A person who has religious beliefs. Inspection - A careful and critical examination.
Humanitarian - A person concerned with the welfare of Valuation – The act of deciding how much money
all humankind. something is worth.
Misanthrope - A person who hates or avoids other Assessment - To judge or decide the amount, value,
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297. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, Not to pay
word substitute for the given group of words. attention to someone or something’ option (b) Ignore is
A sound that cannot be heard appropriate one word.
(a) Inedible (b) Audible Argue - To present reasons for or againts a thing.
(c) Indelible (d) Inaudible Attract - To have a romantic interest in somebody.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III Rebel - To fight against authority, society, a law etc.
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, option (d) 302. Select the option that can be used as a one-
inaudible is appropriate one word. Other options have word substitute for the given group of words.
different meaning. Matter which is against moral values
Inedible - Not suitable to eat. (a) Immortal (b) Mortal
Audible - Able to be heard. (c) Amorous (d) Immoral
Indelible - Impossible to remove or forget. SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘Matter which
298. Select the option that can be used as a one- is against moral values’, option (d) Immoral is
word substitute for the given group of words. appropriate one word.
Unable to express feeling clearly Immortal - Living or lasting forever.
(a) Inarticulate (b) Eloquent Mortal - Unable to continue living for ever.
(c) Affluent (d) Verbose Amorous - Having strong feelings of love, especially
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II romantic love.
303. Select the word which means the same as the
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words ‘unable to group of words given.
express feeling clearly’, option (a) inarticulate is That which is incapable of being read or
appropriate one word. understood
Eloquent - Able to use language and express your (a) Indelible (b) Illegible
opinions well. (c) Illegal (d) Intelligible
Affluent - Having a lot of money or property. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'that which is
Verbose - Using move words than are necessary. incapable of being read or understand' is called '
299. Select the option that can be used as a one- Illegible'.
word substitute for the given group of words. The meaning of other options is -
Pictures given in a book for the purpose of Intelligible - capable of being apprehended or
explaining things understand.
(a) Illustration (b) Demonstration Illegal - prohibited by law or by official or accepted
(c) Decoration (d) Ornamentation rules. (unlawful).
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III 304. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words.
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘ Picture given Certain to happen
in a book for the purpose of explaining things’ option (a) Inevitable (b) Predicted
(a) Illustration is appropriate one word. (c) Necessary (d) Avoidable
Demonstration - The act of presenting something to
SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
sight or view.
Decoration - The act of decorating. Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, Certain to
Ornamentation - The use of objects, designs to decorate happen’ option (a) Inevitable is appropriate one word.
something. Predicted - To state that something is true.
Necessary - That is needed for a purpose or a reason.
300. Select the option that can be used as a one- Avoidable - Possible to avoid.
word substitute for the given group of words.
One who supervises in an examination hall 305. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words.
(a) Examinee (b) Teacher Having no boundaries or limits
(c) Invigilator (d) Inspector (a) Infinite (b) Colossal
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III (c) Enormous (d) Tremendous
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘ one who SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
supervises in an examination hall’ option (c) invigilator Ans. (a) : The above group of words 'Having no
is appropriate one word. bandaries or limits is called 'Infinite'.
Examinee - A person taking an examination or test. The meaning of other options is -
Teacher - A person whose job is to teach. Colossal - big, large, prodigious.
Inspector - A person who looks into, observes and Enormous - tremendous (extraordinarily large in size or
examines things. extent.)
Tremendous - Great in amount, size or degree.
301. Select the option that can be used as a one- 306. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words. word substitute for the given group of words.
Not to pay attention to someone or something Eskimo’s house that is made of ice blocks
(a) Argue (b) Ignore (a) Burrow (b) Cave
(c) Attract (d) Rebel (c) Den (d) Igloo
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Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘Eskimo’s 311. Select the word which means the same as the
house that is made of ice blocks’ , option (d) Igloo is group of words given.
appropriate one word. Impossible to satisfy
Burrow - A hole or tunnel dug in the ground by a rabbit, (a) contented (b) satisfiable
fox or other small animal. (c) satisfactory (d) insatiable
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Cave - A hollow in the earth, especially more or less
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'Insatiable to
horizontally into a hill mountain etc. satisfy' is called 'Insatiable'.
Den - A secret place where wild animals live. The meaning of other options is -
307. Select the option that can be used as a one- Contented - satisfied or showing satisfaction with
word substitute for the given group of words. things as they are. (self-satisfied)
Something that cannot be avoided Satisfiable - capable of being sated (satiate)
(a) Inevitable (b) Impossible Satisfactory - giving satisfaction (acceptable).
(c) Irreparable (d) Intolerable 312. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given.
SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I One who does not tire easily
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words ‘Something (a) indelible (b) indefatigable
that cannot be avoided,’ , option (a) Inevitable is (c) inflatable (d) indestructible
appropriate one word. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Impossible - Unable to be done, performed, effected etc. Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'One who does
Irreparable -Impossible to repair. not tire easily' is called - 'Indefatigable'.
Intolerable - Unpleasant or difficult to bear or accept. The meaning of other options is -
Indelible - not able to be for gotten, removed.
308. In the following question, out of the four Inflatable - designed to be filled with air or gas.
alternative, select the alternative which is the (expansive)
best substitute of the phrase. Indestructible - not easily destroyed (undestroyable)
Lack of civic-mindness or of patriotism 313. Select the word which means the same as the
(a) Iconomachy (b) Incivism group of words given.
(c) Shag (d) Clergy Incapable of being read
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (a) vague (b) eligible
Ans. (b) The group of words, 'lack of civil mindness or (c) unseen (d) illegible
of patriotism' is called 'Incivism'. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
The meaning of other options is - Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'Incapable of
Iconomacy - opposition to the worship of image or being read' is called 'Illegible'.
Icons. The meaning of other options is -
Shag - a matted tangle of hair or fiber Vague - lacking clarity, Indistinct.
Clergy - gn Christianity Eligible - qualified for or allowed or worthy of being
309. Select the most appropriate one-word chosen. (worthy)
substitution for the given words. Unseen - unobserved.
A quiet person who prefers to spend time alone 314. Select the word which means the same as the
(a) Introvert (b) Narcissist group of words given.
(c) Extrovert (d) Braggart That which cannot be satisfied.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I) (a) incredible (b) insatiable
(c) improbable (d) impossible
Ans. (a) : The above group of words, 'a quiet person SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
who prefers of spend time alone' is called 'Introveert'.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'that which
The meaning of other options is -
cannot be satisfied' is called 'Insatiable'.
Extrovert - a person concerned more with practical The meaning of other options is -
realities than with inner thoughts and feelings. Incredible - extraordinarily good or great used
Narcissist - someone who is excessively self centered. especially as intensifiers. (wonderful)
310. Select the most appropriate one-word Impossible - hopeless, unworkable.
substitution for the given group of words. Improbable - unbelievable unconvincing.
Travelling under a name other than one's own 315. Select the word which means the same as the
(a) incredible (b) invisible group of words given.
(c) incognito (d) impromptu Something which cannot be understood.
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) (a) illegible (b) incomprehensible
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'Travelling under (c) inexplicable (d) infallible
a name other than one's own' is called 'Incognito'. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II)
The meaning of other options is - Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'something which
Incredible - extraordinarily good great. (marvellous) or cannot be understood' is called 'Incomprehensible'.
beyond belief (unbelievable) The meaning of other options is -
Invisible - Impossible to see. Illegible - unreadable, not legible.
Impromptu - Without earlier planning or preared. Infallible - incapable of failure or error. (fool proof).
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316. Select one word substitution for the given Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'something that
words. catches fire easily' is called - 'inflammable'.
A trade that is prohibited by law The meaning of other options is -
(a) incredible (b) illusive Inflatable - designed to be filled with air or gas.
(c) inapt (d) illicit Incredible - beyond belief or understanding.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) 321. Select the most appropriate word for the group
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'A trade that is of words.
prohibited by law' is called 'Illicit'. That which cannot be heard
The meaning of other options is - (a) inaudible (b) invisible
Incredible - Something is very difficult to believe. (c) incorrigible (d) incredible
Illusive - Not real and based on illusion. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Inapt - Not suitable for the situation. Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'That which can
317. Select the most appropriate word which means not be heard' is called inaudible'.
the same as the group of words given. The meaning of other options is -
That cannot be approached easily Invisible - unseeable hidden.
(a) inevitable (b) invincible Incorrigible - uncorrectable, unmanageable.
(c) inaudible (d) inaccessible 322. Select the word which means the same as the
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) group of words given.
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'that can nto be One who does not tire easily
approached easily' is called 'Inaccessbile'. (a) infallible (b) indefatigable
The meaning of other options is - (c) inevitable (d) indelibe
Inevitable - Incapable of being avoided (necessary) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Invincible - Incapable of being conquered, overcome or Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'One who does
subdued. not tire easily' is called 'Indefatigable'.
Inaudible - Unable to be heard. The meaning of other options is -
318. Select the option which is the most appropriate Indelible - not able to be forgotten, removed.
one word substitution for the given group of Inevitable - incapable of being avoided or prevented.
words. 323. Select the word which means the same as the
A detailed plan for a journey especially a list of group of words given.
places to visit. Impossible or extremely difficult to understand
(a) inventory (b) directory (a) inaudible (b) incomprehensible
(c) trajectory (d) itinerary (c) incompatible (d) inevitable
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans : (d) 'A detailed plan for a journey especially a list Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'Impossible or
of places to visit' is called 'Itinerary'. extremely difficult to understand' is called -
The meaning of other options is - Incomprehensible'.
Inventory - stock-taking, making an itemized list of The meaning of other options is -
merchandise or supplies an hand. Incompatible - not compatible
Trajectory - the path followed by an object moving Inaudible - impossible to near.
through space. (flight) 324. Select the word which means the same as the
Directory - an alphabetical list of names and addresses. group of words given.
319. Select the option which is the most appropriate A type of dome-shaped shelter built from
one word substitution for the given group of blocks of solid snow
words. (a) chalet (b) wigwam
A decision which cannot be taken back (c) hut (d) igloo
(a) indelible (b) irrational SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) irrevocable (d) infallible Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'A type of dome-
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) shaped shelter built from blacks of solid snow' is called
Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'A decision which 'Igloo'.
cannot be taken back' is called 'irrevocable'. The other options given different meaning.
The meaning of other options is - 325. Select the word which means the same as the
Indelible - not able to be forgotten, removed or erased. group of words given.
Irrational - not consistent with or using reason. That which cannot be taken by force
(Illogical) (a) Impregnable (b) inapprehensible
(c) inaccessible (d) immutable
Infallible - unerring, unfailing. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III)
320. Select the most appropriate word for the group Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'That which cannot
of words. be taken by force' is called 'Impregnable'.
Something that catches fire easily The meaning of other options is -
(a) intallible (b) inflammable Inapprehensible - not intelligible (beyond understand)
(c) inflatable (d) incredible Inaccessible - remote, inaccessible.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I) Immutable - changeless.
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326. Select the word which means the same as the 331. Select the word that means the same as the
group of words given. given group of words.
Something that cannot be avoided A person weak and disabled by illness
(a) indelible (b) infallible (a) Invalid (b) Petitioner
(c) inevitable (d) invincible (c) Activist (d) Athlete
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'something that Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A person weak
cannot be avoided is called 'inevitable'. and disabled by illness' is called 'Invalid'.
The meaning of other options is -
The meaning of other options is -
Indelible - not able to be forgotten. (ceneradicable)
Infallible - incapable of failure or error. Petitioner - requester, suppliant.
Invincible - incapable of being overcome or subdued. Activist - a reformer who works to achieve social or
political change.
327. Select the word which the same as the group of
words given. Athlete - a person trained to compete in sports.
Covered with a material or substance in order 332. Select the word which means the same as the
to stop heat, sound etc. From entering or group of words given.
escaping Combine to form a whole
(a) Hydrated (b) Insulated (a) Scatter (b) Create
(c) Assimilated (d) Calibrated (c) Integrate (d) Disjoin
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'covered with a Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'combine to form
material or substance in order to stop heat, sound etc a whole' is called 'Integrate'.
from entering or esc aping, is called 'Insulated'. The meaning of other options is -
The meaning of other options is - seatter - break up disperse.
Hydrated - containing combined water (hydrous) create - bring into existence (make)
Assimilated - absorb, take in Disjoin - become separated
Calibrated - marked with or divided into.
333. Select the most appropriate word of the given
328. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given. group of words.
Something that is expressed in a confusing way One who does not express himself freely
(a) Eccentric (b) Inaudible (a) Extrovert (b) Introvert
(c) Gullible (d) Incoherent (c) Narcissist (d) Lunatic
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'Something that is Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'One who does
expressed in a confusing way' is called 'Incoherent'. not express himself freely' is called 'Introvert'.
The meaning of other options is - Extrovert - being concerned with the social and
Eccentric - bizarre, freakish. physical environment.
Inaudible - impossible to hear Narcissist - someone who is excessively self centered.
Gullible - easily tricked because of being too trusting Lunatic -madman
(Naive) 334. Select the word which means the same as the
329. Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
group of words given. Resistant to a particular infection
Incapable of making mistakes (a) Innocent (b) Immune
(a) Ineligible (b) Negligible (c) Immortal (d) Innocuous
(c) Inevitable (d) Infallible SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'Resistant to a
Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'Incapable of
making mistakes' is called 'Infallible'. particular infection' is called 'Immune'.
Ineligible - disqualified. The meaning of other options is -
Negligible - paltry, trifling, worthless. Inocent - free from sin (virtuous)
Inevitable - necessary (an unavoidable event) Immortal - deathless, infinite.
330. Select the word which means the same as the Innocuous - harmless, innoxicus.
group of words given. 335. Choose the most appropriate word that can
One whom it is impossible to defeat substitute the given group of words.
(a) Dissatisfied (b) Cowardly One who is unable to read or write.
(c) Invincible (d) Inimitable (a) Illiterate (b) Incomprehensible
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I) (c) Frugal (d) Illegible
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'One whom it is SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I)
impossible to defeat' is called - 'Invincible'. Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'One who is
The meaning of other options is - unable to read or write' is called 'Illiterate'.
Dissatisfied - in a state of sulky dissatisfaction. The meaning of other options is -
(discontent) Incomprehensible - difficult to understand.
Cowardly - lacking courage. Frugal - economical, thrifty.
Inimitable- matchless, irreproducible. Illegible - not legible' unreadable.
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336. Select the word which means the same as the 340. Select the most appropriate one-word
group of words given. substitution for the given group of words.
One who works very hard To cross streets on foot carelessly
(a) Labourer (b) Industrious
(a) stroll (b) wander
(c) Exploited (d) Exhausted
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III) (c) jaywalk (d) catwalk
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'One who works SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
very hard is called 'Industrious'. Ans. (c) : The given group of word; 'To cross streets
The meaning of other options is - on foot carelessly' is called 'jaywalk'
Labourer - someone who works with their hands. The meaning of other options is -
Exploited - developed or used to greatest advantage. Stroll:- A leisurely walk (usually in some public place)
Exhausted - depleted of energy, force. Wander:- Meander, weave, (a short walk in)
337. Select the word which means the same as the Catwalk:- The long stage that models walk on during a
group of words given.
A place in a large institution for the care of fashion show.
those who are ill. 341. Select the word which means the some as the
(a) camp (b) shelter group of words given.
(c) infirmary (d) clinic The part of a country's government responsible
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I) for its legal system
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A place in large (a) judiciary (b) legislature
institution for the care of those who was ill' is called (c) police (d) executive
'Infirmary'.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III)
The meaning of other options is -
Camp - cantonment, bivouac. Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'the part of a
Shelter - temporary housing for homeless or displace country's government responsible for its legal system' is
persons. called- 'judiciary'
Clinic - a medical establishment run by a group of The meaning of other options is-
medical specialists. Legislature:- A group of people who have the power to
make and change laws, (Exec dive)
J Police:- The force of policemen and officers.
338. Select the option that can be used as a one- Executive:- Administrator.
word substitute for the underlined segment. 342. Select the word which means the same as the
The music filled the room with a lot of group of words given.
happiness, expressing joyful melodies that The science or philosophy of law
brought smiles to everyone's faces. (a) justice (b) archive
(a) fear (b) excitement (c) infirmary (d) jurisprudence
(c) joy (d) surprise SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'The science or
Ans. (c) : The correct one – word substitute for the philosophy of law' is called- 'Jurisprudence'
above underlined segment 'a lot of happiness' is option The meaning of other options is-
(c) 'Joy'
Justice:- The quality of being fair or reasonable.
Meaning of other options – Archive:- A depository containing historical records
Fear– 'to be frightened of something of someone and documents.
unpleasant.' Infirmary:- A health facility where patients receive
Excitement– The state of being excited. treatment.
Surprise – An unexpected event. 343. Select the most appropriate word for the given
339. Select the option that can be used as a one- group of words.
word substitute for the given group of words. A person who rides in horse races, especially as
Merry, convivial, hearty and good humoured a profession
(a) Jowl (b) Jovial (a) Jockey (b) Chauffer
(c) Jubilee (d) Joyous (c) Champion (d) Cowboy
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words ‘ Merry, Ans. (a) : The given group of word, 'a person who
convivial, hearty and good humored’ , option (b) Jovial rides in bores races. Especially as a profession' is
is appropriate one word. Other options have different
meaning. called - 'Jockey'
Jowl - The lower part of a person's or animals check The meaning of other options is-
Chauffer :- A portable stove usually with a great at the
especially when it is fleshy or dropping.
bottom.
Jubilee - The celebration of the anniversary of a special Champion:- Someone who has won the first place in a
event. competition.
Joyous – A very happy or full of joy. Cowboy:- Cattleman, cowhand.
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Ans. (a) : The above group of words, 'Praise given for
K achievement' is called- 'kudos'
344. Select the most appropriate one-word The meaning of other options is-
substitution for the given group of words. Acute:- Ending in a sharp point
Irresistible impulse to steal Anxiety:- A vague unpleasant emotion that is
(a) plunder (b) megalomania experienced in anticipation of some misfortune.
(c) kleptomania (d) sabotage (anxiousness)
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : The give group of words, 'Irresistible L
impulse to steal' is called- kleptomania' 349. Choose the word that can substitute the given
The meaning of other options is- group of words.
Plunder:- Steal gods, loot
Megalomania:- A psychological state characterized by The editor for dictionary
delusions of grandeur. (a) Stenographer (b) Hagiographer
Sabotage:- Destroy property or hinder normal (c) Lexicographer (d) Scenographer
operations. SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
345. Select the word which means the same as the Ans. (c) : For the above given group of words 'The
group of words given. editor for a dictionary' is known as 'Lexicographer'
A natural skill at doing something Meaning of the other words are –
(a) Snack (b) Stack Hagiographer means – A writer of the live of the saints.
(c) Knack (d) Quack Stenographer means – A professional who transcriber
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I) the spoken word into coded language.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A natural skill at Scenographer means – the art of perspective
doing something' is called- 'knack' representation especially as applied to the design and
The meaning of other options is- painting of stage scenery.
Snack:- A light in formal meal, 350. Choose the word that can substitute the given
Stack:- A pile of something group of words. A unit to measure light
Quack:- Unqualified.
(a) Watt (b) Lumen
346. Select the most appropriate one word (c) Horse-power (d) Ampere
substitution for the given group of words.
The sounds of funeral bell is called - SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I)
(a) acute (b) acoustics Ans. (b) : The meaning of the group of words – ‘A unit
(c) knell (d) mechanics to measure light’ is ‘Lumen’.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III) Meaning of other options –
Ans. (c) : The above group of words, 'the sounds of Watt – A unit of electrical power,
funeral bell is called- 'knell' Ampere – The SI base unit of electrical current,
The meaning of other options is- Horse-power – A measurement of the power of an
Acute:- Extremely sharp engine.
Acoustics:- Relating to music or musical instrument 351. Select the option that can be used as a one-
where sound is not electronic all enhanced. word substitute for the given group of words.
Mechanics:- The branch of physics concerned with the One who can read and write
motion of bodies in a frame of inference. (a) Illiterate (b) Eligible
347. Select the most appropriate one word (c) Illegible (d) Literate
substitution for the given group of words. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
A small open fronted shop where things are Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘one who can
sold- read and write, option (d) ‘Literate’ is appropriate one
(a) Kiosk (b) Precis word.
(c) Godown (d) Museum Illiterate - Unable to read or write.
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I) Eligible - Fit or proper to be chosen; worthy of choice.
Ans. (a) : The above group of words, ' A small open Illegible - Difficult to read.
fronted shop where things are sold' is called - 'Kiosk' 352. Select the option that can be used as a one-
The meaning of other options is- word substitute for the given group of words.
Précis :- Abstract, synopsis. That which is lawful
Godown:- A warehouse. (a) Valid (b) Illegal
Museum:- A building in which objects of artistic, (c) Proper (d) Legal
cultural, historical or scientific interest are Kept. SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III
348. Select the most appropriate one word
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘That which
substitution for the given group of words.
Praise given for achievement is lawful’, option (d) legal is appropriate one word.
(a) Kudos (b) Acute Valid - Having some foundation, based on truth.
(c) Anxiety (d) Rare Illegal - Not allowed by law.
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353. In the following question, out of the four Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'one who speaks
alternative, select the alternative which is the many languages is called- 'linguist'
best substitute of the phrase. The meaning of other options is-
Eating mud Monolingual:- Using or knowing only one language.
(a) Equivorous (b) Limivorous bilingual:- using or knowing two languages.
(c) Calcivorous (d) Fructivorous
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Ans. (b) The above group of words, 'Eating mud' is
called- 'limivorous' 358. Select the option that can be used as a one-
The meaning of other options is- word substitute for the given group of words.
Equivorous:- Feeding or subsisting on horse-flesh. Any female animal which feeds its young on
Calciveorous:- Lixing on and eroding lime stone. milk from her own body
Fructivorous:- Fruit eating or feeding on fruit.
(a) Vertebrate (b) Fauna
354. Select the most appropriate word which means (c) Parasite (d) Mammal
the same as the group of words given.
Two lengths of rope, bamboo or wood with SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II)
rungs used for climbing up and down walls, Ans. (d) : For the above group of word, 'Any female
sides of ships etc. animal which feeds its young on milk from her own
(a) bridge (b) steps body' option (d) 'Mammal' is appropriate meaning. other
(c) staircase (d) ladder options give different meaning.
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) vertebrate – Related to spinal
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'two lengths of Fauna – Related to Animal for any special region
rope, bamboo or wood with rungs used for climbing up Parasite – Drone
and down walls, sides of ships etc, is called - 'ladder'
The meaning of other options:- 359. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Bridge:- The link between two lenses; rests on the nose word substitute for the given group of words.
Step:- Footstep, pace. A book or paper written by hand
Staircase:- A way of access consisting of a set of steps. (a) Edition (b) Periodical
355. In the following question, out of the four given (c) Manuscript (d) Paperback
alternatives, select the alternative which is the SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
best substitute of the phrase. Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘ A book or
A Place where clothes are washed and pressed.
(a) Foundry (b) Sundry paper written by hand’, option (C) manuscript is
(c) Husbandry (d) Laundry appropriate one word.
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II) Edition - A particular version of a book, magazine or
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'A place where news paper.
clothes are washed and pressed' is called- 'laundry' Periodical - A publication that is released at regular
The meaning of other options is- intervals, usually weekly or monthly.
Foundry:- Factory where metal castings are produced. Paperback - A book with a paper ever, rather than a soft
Sundry:- miscellaneous, mixed. cover.
Husbandry:- agriculture, farming 360. Select the option that can be used as a one-
356. Select the most appropriate word for the given word substitute for the given group of words.
group of words. One who dies for a noble cause
A gentle song to put a child to sleep. (a) Martyr (b) Heretic
(a) Lullaby (b) Lyre
(c) Lyric (d) Laurel (c) Butcher (d) Narcissist
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A gentle song to Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘One who dies
but a child to sleep' is called- for a noble cause’, option (a) martyr is appropriate one
Lullaby' word.
The meaning of other options is- Heretic - A person whose religious beliefs are belived to
Lyre:- A harp used by ancient Greeks for be wrong or evil.
accompaniment Butcher - A person who sells meat.
Lyric:- Expressing deep emotion. Narcissist - A person who extremely self centered with
Laurel:- any of various aromatic tress of the laurel
an exaggerate sense of self importance.
family.
357. Select the word which means the same as the 361. Select the option that can be used as a one-
group of words given. word substitute for the given group of words.
One who speaks many languages. One who hates mankind
(a) Multilingual (b) Monolingual (a) Altruist (b) Compere
(c) Bilingual (d) Linguist (c) Malevolent (d) Misanthrope
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Ans. (d) : For the above group of words ‘one who hates Resort - A place designed to provide recreation,
mankind’, option (d) misanthrope is appropriate one entertainment and accommodation especially to
word. vacationers.
Altruist - A person who is unselfishly convened for the orphanage - A home for children whose percents are
dead.
welfare of others.
Hanger - A building where planes are kept.
Malevolent - Wishing evil or harm to others.
366. Select the option that can be used as a one-
363. Select the option that can be used as a one- word substitute for the given group of words.
word substitute for the given group of words. Imitate someone's action or words in order to
Place where objects of importance are entertain or ridicule
exhibited (a) Repeat (b) Duplicate
(a) Museum (b) Treasury (c) Copy (d) Mimic
(c) Fair (d) Exhibition SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘Imitate
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words ‘Place where someone’s action or words in order to entertain or
ridicule’ option (d) Mimic is appropriate one word.
objects of importance are exhibited’, option (a) museum
is appropriate one word. Repeat - To express or present (oneself) again in the
same words, terms or form.
363. Select the option that can be used as a one- Duplicate - To make an exact copy of something.
word substitute for the given group of words. Copy - Something that is made to took exactly live
Lacking interest or excitement something else.
(a) Hostile (b) Mundane 367. Select the option that can be used as a one-
(c) Miserly (d) Despot word substitute for the given group of words.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III Woman who is the head of the family
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words ‘Lacking (a) Patriarch (b) Monogamy
interest or excitement’, option (b) mundane is (c) Polygamy (d) Matriarch
appropriate one word. Other options have different SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
meaning. Ans. (d) : For the above group of words ‘ Woman who
Hostile – Having very strong feeling against somebody is the head of the family’, option (d) matriarch is
appropriate one word.
/something. Patriarch - A man who is the head of a family or social
Miserly– A person who loves to have a lot of money group.
but hates to spend it. Monogamy - The fact or custom of being married to
Despot – A ruler or other person who has a lot of only one person at a particular time.
power and who uses it unfairly. Polygamy - The custom of having more than one wife at
the same time.
364. Select the word which means the same as the 368. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given. group of words given.
person who move from one place to another, Killing of one's mother
with intentions of finding work and settling, (a) infanticide (b) patricide
permanently or temporarily, at a new location. (c) regicide (d) matricide
(a) Nomad (b) Migrant SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(c) Tramp (d) Vagrant Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'killing of one's
mother' is called- 'Matricide'
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II The meaning of other options is-
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, option (b) Regicide:- The act of killing a king
migrant is appropriate one word. Other options have Infanticide:- murdering an in font.
different meaning. Patricide:– the murder of your father.
Nomad – A member of a people that has no fixed home 369. Select the option that can be used as a one-
but wanders from place to place. word substitute for the given group of words.
Tramp – Maverick A place where money is coined
Note - Nomad, Tramp and Vagrant are synonyms (a) Mint (b) Factory
(c) Industry (d) Store
365. Select the option that can be used as a one- SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
word substitute for the given group of words. Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘ A place
A place where antiques are kept where money is coined’, option (a) Mint is appropriate
(a) Resort (b) Orphanage one word.
(c) Museum (d) Hangar Factory - A building or group of buildings where goods
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I are made in large quantities by machine.
Ans. (c) : For the above, group of words, ‘ A place Industry - A specific branch of economic activity,
where antiques are kept’ , option (c) Museum is typically in factories with machinery.
appropriate one word. Store - A large shop

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370. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'The state of
word substitute for the given group of words. being married to one person at a time' is called
Belonging to the middle ages 'Monogamy.'
(a) Ancient (b) Primitive The meaning of other options is-
(c) Medieval (d) Modern Bigamy:- Honing two spouses at the same time.
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II Polygamy:- Having more than one spouse at a time.
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, 'Belonging to Homogamy:-Marriage between people from similar
the middle ages', option (c) medieval is appropriate one sociological or educational backgrounds.
word. 375. Select the word which means the same as the
Ancient - Belonging to a period of history that is group of words given.
thousands of years in the past. Sound of horses
Primitive - Connect with a very early stage in the (a) grunt (b) screech
development of humans or animals. (c) squeak (d) neigh
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Modern - Present or recent times.
Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'sound of horses'
371. Select the option that can be used as a one- is called- 'neigh'.
word substitute for the given group of words. The meaning of other options is-
The state of being subject to death Grant:- Sound of pigs.
(a) Morbidity (b) Immortality Squeak:- Make a shout whirls Cory or noise
(c) Mortality (d) Deadly Screech:- Sound of bats.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
376. Select the word which means the same as the
Ans. (c) : The above group of words, 'the state of being
subject to death' is called- 'Mortality' group of words given.
The meaning of other options is- One who embraces voluntary death for the
Morbidity:- the quality of being unbeautiful and sake of one’s country
generally bad for you (a) martyr (b) diplomat
Immortality:- the quality or state of being immortal. (c) fanatic (d) patriot
Deadly:- mortal, deathly, fetal. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
372. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans : (a) The given group of words 'One who
word substitute for the given of words. embraces voluntary death for the sake of one' is called -
A musical composition made up of a series of 'martyr.'
songs or short pieces. The meaning of other options is-
(a) Orchestra (b) Lyric Diplomat:- An official engaged in international
(c) Medley (d) Band negotiations.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) Fanatic:- A person motivated by irrational enthusiasm.
Ans. (c) : The above group of words, 'A musical Patriot :- One who loves and defends his or her
composition made up of a geris of songs or short pieces' Country.
is called - 'medley' 377. Select the most appropriate word which means
The meaning of other options is- the same as the group of words given.
Orchestra:- A musical organization consisting of a A government run by a king or a queen
group of instrumentalists including string placer. (a) oligarchy (b) aristocracy
Lyric:- Expressing deep emotions. (c) monarchy (d) plutocracy
Band:- an unofficial association of people or group. SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
373. Select the most appropriate one-word Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'A government
substitution for the given words.
A very large impressive residence run by a king or a queen' is called- 'Monarchy'.
(a) Igloo (b) Mansion The meaning of other options is-
(c) Cabin (d) Cottage Oligarchy:- A political system governed by a few
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) people.
Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'Avery large Aristocracy:- A privileged class holding hereditary
impressive residence' is called- 'mansion' titles.
The meaning of offer options is- Plutocracy:- A Political system governed by the wealthy
Igloo:- A small round haves or shelter beret from people.
blocks of hard snow. 378. Select the most appropriate word for the given
Cottage:- A small house with a single story. group of words.
a short statement of a general truth or rule of
374. Select the most appropriate one-word conduct
substitution for the given words. (a) instance (b) illustration
The state of being married to one person at a (c) maxim (d) parable
time SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) Bigamy (b) Homogamy Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'A short statement
(c) Polygamy (d) Monogamy of general truth or rule of conduct is called 'maxim'
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) The meaning of other options is-
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Parable:- A short moral story (often with animal 383. Select the word which means the same as the
barraters) group of words given.
Illustration:- Artwork that helps make something clear A period of one thousand years
or attractive. (a) Decade (b) Millennium
Instance:- An item of information that is typical of a (c) Centenary (d) Century
closes or group. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
379. Select the word which means the same as the Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A period of one
group of words given. thousand years' is called- 'Millennium'.
A large impressive house The meaning of other options is -
(a) mansion (b) shack Decade:- A period of 10 years.
(c) cabin (d) fort Century:- A period of 100 years.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) Centenary:- The 100th anniversary
Ans : (a) The given group of words, ' A lave impressive 384. Select the word which means the same as the
house' is called- 'mansion' group of words given.
The meaning of other options is- Movement of people or animals from one area
Shack:- Small crude shelter used as a dwelling. (but) to another
Cabin:- A small house built of wood. (a) Migration (b) Diversification
Fort:- A fortified defensive structure. (c) Acclimatisation (d) Population
380. Select the word which means the same as the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
group of words given. Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'movement of
Government by a king or a queen people or animals from once area to another' is called-
(a) Oligarchy (b) Monarchy 'migration'
(c) Plutocracy (d) Aristocray The meaning of other options is-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II) Diversification:- The condition of being varied.
Acclimatisation:- Adaptation to a new climate.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'Government by
Population:- A group of organisms of the same species
a king or a queen' is called 'Monarchy'
inhabiting a given area.
The meaning of other options is -
Oligarchy:- A poetical system governed by a few 385. Select the word which means the same as the
people group of words given.
Plutocracy:- A political system governed by the A place where wild animals live
wealthy people. (a) Lair (b) Hutch
Aristocracy:- Nobility. (c) Kennel (d) Cage
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
381. Select the word which means the same as the
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A place where wild
group of words given.
Animal live' is called- 'Lair'.
Very careful and precise
(a) Tremulous (b) Tumultuous The meaning of other options is-
Hutch:- A cage for small animals, (hovel, hut)
(c) Meticulous (d) Garrulous
Kennel:- A small shelter for a dog to pleep in.
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Cage:- Something that confine in a cage.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'very careful and
386. In the following question, out of the given
precise' is called 'Meticulous'.
alternatives, the alternative is the best
The meaning of other options is -
substitute of the phrase.
Tremulous:- Quivering as from weakness or fear.
A supreme ruler
Tumultuous:- Riotous, troubled, turbulent.
(a) Patriarch (b) Anarchic
Garrulous:- Loquacious, talkative.
(c) Monarch (d) Matriarch
382. Select the word which means the same as the SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III)
group of words given. Ans : (c) The given of words, 'A supreme ruler' is
An unforseen happening which creates some called- 'Monarch'
damage The meaning of other options is
(a) Magical (b) Mishap Patriarch:- The male head of family or tribe.
(c) Menace (d) Mystery Anarchic:- Having no government, order or control.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) Matriarch:- A women who is the head of a family or
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'An unforeseen social group.
happening which creates some damage' is called 387. In the following question, out of the four given
mishap'. alternatives, select the alternative which is the
The meaning of other options is- best substitute of the phrase.
Magical:- Possessing or using or characteristic of or A reminder of something.
appropriate to supernatural powers. (magic, wizard) (a) Information (b) letter
Menace:- Something that is a source of danger. (c) Brochure (d) Memento
Mastery:- Enigma, secret. SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d) : The given of words, 'A reminder of The meaning of other options is-
something ' is called 'Memento'. Procession:- The act of moving forward. (Advance)
The meaning of other options is- Spectator:- Someone who looks at something
Information:- Knowledge acquired through study or Audience:- A gathering of spectators or listener at
experience or instruction. performance.
letter:- A written message addressed to a person or 392. Select the word which means the same as the
organization. group of words given.
Brochure:- A small book casually having a paper A person who loves money and hates spending
cover. it
388. In the following question, out of the four given (a) Investor (b) Miser
alternatives, select the alternatives which is the (c) Banker (d) Lender
best substitute of the phrase. SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Something that serves as a reminder. Ans. (b) : The given group of words, ' A person who
(a) Moderato (b) Obbligato loves money and hates spending it.' is called 'miser'
(c) Memento (d) Crypto The meaning of other options is-
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III) Investor:- Someone or a person or an organization that
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'something that invests money in something.
hares as a reminder' is called 'memento' Bankers:- A person who owns a bank or has an
The meaning of other options is important job at a bank.
Moderato:- (used as an instruction) not very quickly or Lender:- Someone who lends money or gives credit in
very slowly business matters.
Obbligato:- A part of the score that must be performed
without change or omission. N
Crypto:- Secret.
393. Choose the word that can substitute the given
389. In the following question, out of the four given group of words.
alternatives, select the alternative which is the Beginning to exist; recently formed or
best substitute of the phrase. developed
A building which is constructed to keep alive
(a) Herald (b) Blasphemy
one's memory.
(a) Monument (b) Fort (c) Knave (d) Nascent
(c) Kingdom (d) Statue SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III) Ans. (d) : The most appropriate group of words
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A building 'Beginning to exist, recently formed or developed' will
which is constructed to keep alive one's memory' is 'Nascent' other words are ___
called 'Monument' Herald- an official announce or messenger.
The meaning of other options is- Blasphemy- writting or speaking about God in a way
Fort:- A fortified defensive structure. that shows a lack of respect.
Kingdom:- The domain reeled by a king or queen. Knave - a dishonest man
Statue:- A sculpture representing a human or animal. 394. Select the most appropriate option that can be
390. Choose the word that can substitute the given used as a one-word substitute for the
sentence. underlined segment in the following sentence.
An area of grassland where animals graze As I walked through the old town, I couldn’t
(a) Forest (b) Park help but feel a sentimental longing for the
(c) Meadow (d) Garden simpler times of my childhood.
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) (a) homesickness (b) nostalgia
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'An area of (c) affection (d) inertia
grassland where animals ' is called - 'Meadow' SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II)
The meaning of other optics is- Ans. (b) : One word substitution for the underlined
Forest:- The trees and other plants in a large densely segment of the sentence 'a sentimental longing' will be
wooded area. option (b) Nostalgia – ( A wistful desire to return in
Park:- A large area of land presented in its natural state thought or in fact to a former time in one's life.)
as public property. Meaning of other option are –
Garden:- A plot of ground where plants are cultivated.
Homesickness – The feeling of being unhappy because
391. Select the most appropriate word for the given of being away from home for a longer period
group of words. Affection – A feeling of loving or liking somebody
A large crowd of people intent on causing
trouble or violence Inertia – An inability to move or change
(a) Mob (b) Procession 395. Select the option that can be used as a one-
(c) Spectators (d) Audience word substitute for the given group of words.
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) One who is new to some trade or profession
Ans. (a) : The given group of words. 'A large crowd of (a) Novice (b) Martyr
people intent on causing trouble or violence' is called- (c) Omnipresent (d) Philistine
mob. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a) : "Novice" (a person new to and inexperienced Ans. (a) : The above group of words, 'One who studies
in a job) will be the one word substitution of given the occult meanings of numbers and their supposed in
group of words 'one who in new to some trade or fluency on human life' is called 'numerologist'
profession'. The meaning of other options is-
Meaning expressed by other words – Astrologer:- Someone who predicts the future by the
martyr – a person who sacrifices something of great positions of the planets and sun and moon:
value and especially life for the sake of principle. Prophet:- Someone who is an interpreter of the will of
Omnipresent – Present everywhere/universal god.
Philistine – A person who refuses to as the beauty or the Astronomer:- A physicist who studies astronomy.
value of art or culture. 400. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given.
396. Choose the word that can substitute the given
A person having the same name as the other.
group of words.
(a) sibling (b) surname
A specialist of kidney (c) namesake (d) pseudonym
(a) Obstetrician (b) Nephrologist SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
(c) Pathologist (d) Primatologist Ans. (c) : The above group of words, a person having
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) the same name as the other is called - 'namesake'
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words "A specialist of The meaning of other options is
kidney" option (b) Nephrologist is appropriate word. Sibling:- A person's brother or sister.
Other options give different meaning. Pseudonym:- A fictitious name used when the person
Obstetrician – A physician specialzes in onbsetetsics performs a particular social role.
Pathologist – An expert in the study of diseases. Surname:- Family name, last name.
397. Select the option that can be used as a one- 401. Select the most appropriate one-word
word substitute for the underlined group of substitution for the given group of words.
words : Downfall that satisfies natural justice
(a) paradox (b) climax
Geeta is doubtful about getting hired as she is
(c) nemesis (d) catharsis
inexperienced at this job.
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) Ace (b) Expert
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'Downfall that
(c) Novice (d) Professional
satisfies natural justice' is called- nemesis.
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III The meaning of other options is-
Ans. (c) : For the above underlined group of words’ Paradox:- A statement that contradicts itself.
inexperienced at this job’ option (C) Novice is Climax:- The most exciting or important event or point
appropriate one word. Other options have different in time. (orgasm)
meaning. Catharsis:- Purging the body by the use of a cathartic
Ace - a service that the person playing against you to stimulate evacuation of the bowels. (Purgation)
connot lit back. 402. Select the most appropriate one-word
Expert - A person who has a lot of special knowledge. substitution for the given group of words.
Professional - A person who works in a job that needs a A person with the same name as another
high level of training. (a) imposter (b) namesake
398. Select the option which means the same as the (c) ancestor (d) alias
group of words given. SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
So small or unimportant as to be not worth Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'a person with the
considering same name as another' is called - 'namesake'
(a) Feasible (b) Negligible The meaning of other options is-
(c) Invincible (d) Plausible Imposter:- A person who makes deceitful pretenses.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I) (pretender)
Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'so small Ancestor:- A person in your family who lived a long
Unimportant as to be not worth considering' is called time before you.
'negligible'. Alias:- False name use to conceal one's identity.
The meaning of other options is- 403. Select the most appropriate one-word
Feasible:- Executable, possible substitution for the given group of words.
Invincible:- Unconquerable, unvanquishable. A person of evil reputation.
Plausible:- Apparently reasonable, valid, or truthful. (a) notorious (b) famous
399. Select the option that can be used as a one- (c) icon (d) renowned
word substitute for the given group of words. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
One who studies the occult meanings of Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'Adperson of evil
numbers and their supposed influence on reputation' is called - 'Notorious'
human life the meaning of other options is-
(a) Numerologist (b) Astrologer Famous:- A person who well known to many people.
(c) Prophet (d) Astronomer Icon:- A small picture on a computer screen
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I) Renowned:- Famous for something
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404. Select the word which means the same as the 408. Choose the most appropriate word that can
group of words given. substitute the given group of words.
A person, animal or plant belonging originally Person with no fixed abode
to a place (a) Artist (b) Crusader
(a) occupant (b) alien (c) Nomad (d) Tourist
(c) native (d) resident SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'person with no
fixes abode' is called 'Nomad'
Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'A person, animal The meaning of other options is
or plant belonging originally to a place' is called- Artist:- A person whose creative work shows
'native' sensitivity and imagination
The meaning of other options is- Crusader:- A disputant who advocates reform.
Occupant:- A person who lives or works in a particular (reformist)
house room, building, etc. (resident) Tourist:- Someone who travels for pleasure.
Alien:- A creature that comes from another planet.
Resident:- Occupier (living in a particular place) O
405. Select the most appropriate word for the given
group of words. 409. Select the word from the options which is
similar in meaning to the bracketed part given
A person or thing that has the same name as in the sentence below.
another I suppose I was looking for (a work that would
(a) pseudonym (b) namesake give me income) and that was going to be an
(c) relative (d) successor adventure.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Calling (b) Activity
Ans : (b) The given of words, 'A person or thing that (c) Occupation (d) Pursuit
has the same name as another' is called - 'namesake' SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I)
The meaning of other persons is - Ans. (c) : For the above given bracked part of the
Pseudonym:- A fictitious name used when the person sentence similar meaning is 'occupation' which means
performs a particular social role. Trade. The meaning of other words is-
Relative - A member of your family. Calling - a strong urge towards a particular way of life
Successor - Someone that comes after another person or career
406. Select the word which means the same as the Activity - A situation in which there is a lot of action
group of words given. pursuit - the action of trying to achieve or get something
Guide the course of a ship especially by using 410. Choose the word that can substitute the given
instruments or maps. group of words. A person holding
(a) anchor (b) sail conversational belief especially in matter of
(c) travel (d) navigate religion.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I) (a) Prodent (b) Orthodox
Ans : (d) The given group of words 'Guide the course (c) Compare (d) Arsonist
of a ship especially by using instruments or maps' is SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
called 'Navigate' Ans. (b) : For the above group of words ‘A person
The meaning of other options is - holding conversational belief especially in matter of
Sail:- A trip in a boat or ship religion’ the word in ‘Orthodox’.
Travel:- Change location, move, travel. Meaning of other options-
Anchor:- A mechanical device that prevents a vessel Prodent – showing good judgment in avoiding risks and
from moving. uncertainties.
407. Select the most appropriate word for the given Compare – Difference between two or more things.
group of words. Arsonist – A person who deliberately fire to a building.
A sentimental longing or wistful affection for a 411. Select the option that can be used as a one-
period in the past word substitute for the given group of words.
(a) Nostalgia (b) Paradise One who knows all
(c) Recollection (d) Harmony (a) Topper (b) Bully
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I) (c) Anarchist (d) Omniscient
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A sentimental SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I
longing or wistful affection for a period in the past' is Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, one who
called- 'Nostalgia' knows all option (d) omniscient is appropriate one
The meaning of other options is- word.
Paradise:- Any place of complete bliss and delight Topper- Someone or somthing excellent
and peace. Bully - A person who use his strength power to hurt
Recollection:- Recall, reminiscence people who are weaker
harmony:- Agreement of opinions. Anarchist - A person who rebels against any authority
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412. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘ That through
word substitute for the underlined group of which light cannot pass’, option (a) opaque is
words. appropriate one word.
Human beings are usually ones who are Cloudy - Full of or overcaste by clouds
naturally able to eat both, plants and flesh. Lucid - Something that is said or written clear and easy
(a) Herbivorous (b) Cannibals to understand.
(c) Omnivorous (d) Carnivorous Gloomy - Dark in way that makes you feel sad.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
417. Select the word which means the same as the
Ans. (c) : For the above underlined group of words ‘ group of words given.
naturally able to eat both, plants and flesh”, option (C) One who has the power to do anything
omnivorous is appropriate one word. (a) omnipresent (b) multifaceted
Herbivorous - An animal eating plants. (c) omnipotent (d) multilingual
Cannibals - An animal that eats the flesh of another SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
animal Ans. (c) : The above group of words, 'one who has the
Carnivorous - An animal that eats meat. power to do anything is called (Omnipotent)
413. Select the option that can be used as a one- The meaning of other options is
word substitute for the given group of words. Omnipresent:- Being present everywhere at once.
A person who tends to be hopeful and confident Multisided:- Having many aspects.
about the future or the success of something. Multilingual:- Knowing more than one language
(a) Fanatic (b) Pessimist 418. Select the most appropriate one-word
(c) Optimist (d) Opportunist substitution for the given words.
SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I A word or law no longer in use
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, A person who (a) Absolute (b) Obsolete
tends to be hopeful and confident about the future or the (c) Vintage (d) Venerable
success of something.’, option (c) optimist is SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
appropriate one word. Ans. (b) : The above group of words, 'A word or law
Fanatic - A person who is very enthusiastic about no longer in use is called 'obsolete'
something. The meaning of other options is-
Pessinist - A person who always thinks that bad things Absolute:- Perfect or complete or pure.
will happen Venerable:- Profoundly honored.
Opportunist - A person who see a chance to gain some Vintage:- Out of fashion.
advantage from a situation 419. In the following question, out of the four
414. Select the option that can be used as a one- alternatives, select the alternative which is the
word substitute for the given group of words. best substitute of the phrase.
One who has unlimited power Obsession for wine
(a) Omnipresent (b) Omnipotent (a) Ethnomania (b) Oenomania
(c) Omnivore (d) Omniscient (c) Egomania (d) Idolomania
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘one who has Ans. (b) The above group of words, obsession for
unlimited power’, option (b) omnipotent is appropriate wine, is called 'Oenomania'
one word. The meaning of other options is-
Omnipresent - One who present everywhere at the same Ethromania:- Excessive desire about religion
time. Egomania:- An intense and irresistible love for yourself
omnivore - An animal that eats both plant and meat (yourself) and concern for your own needs.
Omniscient - one who knowing everything. Idol mania:- A devotion to idols.
415. Select the option that can be used as a one- 420. In the following question, out of the four
word substitute for the given group of words. alternative, select the alternative which is the
A piece of land where fruit trees are grown best substitute of the phrase.
(a) Pasture (b) Barnyard Study of snakes
(c) Meadow (d) Orchard (a) Philology (b) Phrenology
SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III (c) Ophilogy (d) Apology
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘ A place of SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
land where fruit trees are gown’ , option (d) orchard is Ans. (c) The above group of words, 'study of snakes' is
appropriate one word. called 'ophilogy'
416. Select the option that can be used as a one- The meaning of other options is-
word substitute for the given group of words. Philology:- The humanistic study of language.
That through which light cannot pass (linguistics)
(a) Opaque (b) Cloudy Phrenology:- the study of the shape of the human head,
(c) Lucid (d) Gloomy which some people think is a guide to a person's
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II character.
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421. Select the most appropriate word which means Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'That which
the same as the group of words given. cannot be seen through' is called 'opaque'
Be more successful than someone The meaning of other opaque is-
(a) succeed (b) beat Transparent:- Transmitting light, able to be seen
(c) win (d) outdo through with clarity.
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) Impervious:- Not admitting of passage or capable of
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'be more being affected.
successful than someone' is called 'outdo' Translucent:- Semitransparent.
The meaning of other options is 426. Select the word which means the same as the
Succeed:- Attain success or reach a desired goal. group of words given.
Beat:- Hit repeatedly. Something like an opening, particularly one in
Win:- A victory. the body such as a nostril
422. Select the most appropriate word for the given (a) obscure (b) oblique
group of words. (c) orifice (d) obtuse
Government run by a small group of people SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
(a) aristocracy (b) monarchy Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'something like an
(c) plutocracy (d) oligarchy opening particularly one in the body such as a nostril is
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) caused 'orifice'
Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'Government run The meaning of other options is-
by a small group of people' is called 'Oligarchy' Obscure:- Not cleanly understood or expensed.
The meaning of other options is- Obliges:- Convergent.
Monarchy:- An autocracy governed by a monarch who Obtuse:- Lacking in insight.
usually inherits the authority. 427. Select the word which means the same as the
Plutocracy:- A political system governed by the group of words given.
A garden with fruit trees
wealthy people. (a) Vineyard (b) Orchard
Aristocracy:- A privileged class holding hereditary (c) Grove (d) Nursery
titles. (Nobility) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
423. Select the word which means the same as the Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'a garden with
group of words given. fruit tree' is called 'orchard'.
A place where fruit trees are grown The meaning of other options is-
(a) garden (b) plantation Vineyard:- A form of grapevines where wine grapes
(c) orchard (d) farm are produced.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II) Grove:- A small growth of trees without underbrush.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'a place where Nursery:- A chides room for a body.
free it tree are grown' is called 'orchard' 428. In the following question, out of the four given
The meaning of other options is- alternatives, select the alternative which is the
Plantation:- an area of land where trees are grown to best substitute of the phrase.
produce wood
Farm:- Cultivate by growing. One who see bright side of things.
Garden:- A plot of ground where plants are cultivated. (a) Optimist (b) Superspecialist
424. Select the option which is the most appropriate (c) Conventionalist (d) Educationalist
one word substitution for the given group of SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
words. Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'One who see
One who holds established opinions bright side of things' is called 'optimist'
(a) missionary (b) orthodox The meaning of other options is-
(c) monotheist (d) atheist Super specialist:- A highly skilled specialist.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) Conventionalist:- Regularity.
Ans : (b) The given group of words, 'One who holds Educationalist:- A specialist in the theory of education
established opinions' is called 'Orthodox'.
The meaning of other options is 429. Select the most appropriate word for the given
Missionary:- Someone sent on a mission especially a group of words.
religious or charitable mission to a foreign country. Something no longer in use.
Monotheist:- Believing that there is only one god. (a) Obdurate (b) Odious
Atheist:- Someone who denies the existent of god. (c) Obsolete (d) Ominous
425. Select the option which is the most appropriate SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
one word substitution for the given group of Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'something no
words. longer in use' is called 'absolute'
That which cannot be seen through the meaning of other options is-
(a) transparent (b) opaque Obdurate:- Stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing.
(c) impervious (d) translucent Odious:- Acorn enable, detestable, hateful.
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Ominous:- its, inauspicious.
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430. Choose the most appropriate word that can 434. Select the option that can be used as a one-
substitute the given group of words. word substitute for the underlined group of
A polygon with eight sides and eight angles. words in the following sentence.
(a) Triangle (b) Hexagon Denmark has a type of government where
(c) Octagon (d) Pentagon power is held by the wealthiest members of
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II) society.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A polygon with (a) democracy (b) plutocracy
eight sides and eight angles' is called 'octagon'. (c) monarchy (d) oligarchy
The meaning of other options is- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Triangle:- A three sided polygon.
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate one - word substitute
Hexagon:- A six, sided polygon.
for the above given underlined group of words 'a type of
Pentagon:- A five, sided polygon.
government ............society' is option (b) 'plutocracy'.
431. Select the word which means the same as the Meaning of other options –
group of words given.
One who is present everywhere Democracy – Government by the people.
(a) Omnipotent (b) Omniscient Monarchy –The system of government by a king or
(c) Omnipresent (d) Omnivorous queen.
SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II) Oligarchy – county governed by small groupof people.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'one who is 435. Select the most appropriate ‘one word’ for the
present everywhere' is called 'omnipresent'. expression given below.
The meaning of other options is- A person who can speak multiple languages.
Omnipotent:- Having unlimited power. (almighty) (a) Minaret (b) Polyglot
Omnivorous:- Feeding on both plants and animals. (c) Spire (d) Intestate
Omniscient:- Infinitely wise. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words "A person who
P can speak multiple languages", option (b) 'Polyglot' is
432. Choose the word that can substitute the given appropriate one word.
group of words. A living organism that steals Minartate - a tall thin tower
nourishment from other living beings Spire - A tall pointed tower on the top of a church
(a) Insect (b) Co - Dependent Intestate - to die without leaving instructions about who
(c) Vector (d) Parasite should be given your property.
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II) 436. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Ans. (d) : For the above given group of words, the one word substitute for the given group of words.
word is option (d) 'Parasite'. A remedy for all diseases
Meaning of other options- (a) Medicine (b) Panacea
Insect- A small animal that has six legs. (c) Treatment (d) Diagnosis
Vector- A measurement or a quantity that has both size SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
and direction. Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘A remedy for
Co-Dependent- A circular relationship in which one all diseases’ , option (b) Panacea is appropriate one
person, who in turn needs to be needed. word.
433. Select the option that can be used as a one- Medicine - the science of preventing and treating
word substitute for the given group of illness.
words. Treatment - the way that you behave towards somebody
A formal agreement between two or more or deal with something
nations or peoples Diagnosis - The act of saying exactly what illness a
(a) Bond (b) Charter person has or what the cause of a problem
(c) Pact (d) Concord 437. Select the option that can be used as a one-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) word substitute for the given group of words.
Ans. (c) : For the above group of word, 'A formal A large number of things placed one on top of
agreement between two or more nations or peoples' another
option (c) 'pact' is appropriate meaning. Other options (a) Group (b) Batch
give different meaning. (c) Load (d) Pile
Bond - a certificate that you can buy from a government SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
that promises to pay you interest on the money you have Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘A large
given number of things placed one on top of another’, option
Charter - a written statement of the rights, beliefs and (d) Pile is appropriate one word.
purpose of an organization Group - A number of people or thing
Concord - the fact of having to have a particular from Batch - A group of similar objects
according to other words in the phrase. Loa - the quantity of something that can be carried.
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438. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, the science or
word substitute for the given group of words. art of political government’, option (a) politics is
A person who loves his/her country and, if appropriate one word.
necessary, will fight for it Sociology - the study of human societies and social
(a) Patriot (b) Patriarch behaviour.
(c) Patron (d) Expatriate Economics - the study of the way money, business
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II Theology - the study of religion
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, option (a) 443. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Patriot is appropriate one word. word substitute for the given group of words.
439. Select the option that can be used as a one- An imaginary name assumed by an author
word substitute for the given group of words. (a) Nomenclature (b) Almanac
The love of man or mankind (c) Pseudonym (d) Platonic
(a) Philology (b) Philanthropy SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
(c) Philosophy (d) Phylactery Ans. (c) : For the above group of words An imaginary
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III name assumed by an author , Option (C) pseudonym is
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words,’ the love of appropriate one word.
man or mankind’ option (b) philanthropy is appropriate Nomenclature - a system of naming things
one word. Other options have different meaning. Almanac - a book published every year that contains
Philology – Study of the history of the language. information about the movement of the planets.
Philosophy – the study of ideas and beliefs about the Platonic - a relationship that is purely spiritual and not
meaning of life. physical.
Phylactery – a small leather box containing hebrew 444. Select the option that can be used as a one-
texts on vellum word substitute for the underlined group of
440. Select the option that can be used as a one- words.
word substitute for the given group of words. Ravi got the job easily because he speaks many
One who collects stamps languages.
(a) Numismatist (b) Narcissist (a) Polynomial (b) Polyglot
(c) Philatelist (d) Collector (c) Polycenric (d) Polysyllabic
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words ‘one who Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘speaks many
collects stamps’, option (C) philatelist is appropriate language’ option (b) 'polyglot' is appropriate one word.
one word. Polynomial – an expression which consist of single or
multiple terms.
Numismatist - A person who collects or studies coins
Polycentric - Having more than one centre
Narcissist - A person who has an excessive interest in or
Polysyllabic - A word having more than one syllable.
admiration of themselves
Collector - A person who collects things as a hobby. 445. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words.
441. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Showing great attention to detail and correct
word substitute for the given group of words.
behaviour
The state of being full or complete
(a) Disciplined (b) Punctilious
(a) Plebiscite (b) Plunder
(c) Punctual (d) Zealous
(c) Pliability (d) Plenitude
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, option (b)
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘The state of Punctilious is appropriate one word.
being full or complete, option (d) plenitude is
Disciplined - to train somebody to obey and to behave
appropriate one word. Other options have different
in controlled way
meaning.
Punctual - doing something or happening at the right
Plebiscite - a vote by the people of a country or a region
time.
on question that is very important
Zealous - Feeling upset or angry because you thing that
Plunder - the action of stealing from people or places somebody you like or love is showing interest in
Pliability - the quality of being easily bent. somebody else.
442. Select the options that can be used as a one- 446. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words. word substitute for the given group of words.
The science or art of political government Eternal; lasting forever or indefinitely
(a) Politics (b) Sociology (a) Perplex (b) Permissive
(c) Economics (d) Theology (c) Peristyle (d) Perpetual
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Ans. (d) : For the above group of words ‘Eternal lasting Ans. (d) : The above group of words- 'A solution for
forever or indefinitely ; option (d) perpetual is all difficulties or diseases is called 'panacea'
appropriate one word. The meaning of other options is-
Perplex – make someone feel completely baffled Medication:- Medicine
Permissive – having allowing a lot of freedom Treatment:- Something that is done to cure an illness
Peristyle – a space such as a court that is surrounded by or injury.
a peristyle. Remedy:- Cure, curative.
452. Select the most appropriate one-word
447. Select the option which means the same as the substitution for the given group of words.
group of words given. To go around an area to keep a watch
A government runs by the wealthy people (a) patrol (b) cruise
(a) oligarchy (b) monarchy (c) campaign (d) explore
(c) plutocracy (d) aristocracy
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, ' To go around an
Ans. (c) : The above group of words, 'A government area to keep a watch' is called 'patrol'
runs by the wealthy people' is called 'plutocracy'. The meaning of other options is-
The meaning of other options is- Cruise:- An ocean trip taken for pleasure.
Oligarchy:- A political system governed by a few Campaign:- Several related operations aimed at
people. achieving a particular goal.
Monarchy:- An autocracy governed by a monarch who Explore:- Inquire into, search
usually inherits the authority.
Aristocracy:- Nobility. 453. Select the word which means the same as the
group of words given.
448. Select the most appropriate one-word A fictitious name used by an author
substitution for the given words. (a) homonym (b) alibi
Safe to drink (c) pesudonym (d) anonymous
(a) Feasible (b) Delectable
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) Potable (d) Edible
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'a fictitious name
used by an author' is called 'pseudonym'
Ans. (c) : The above group of words 'safe to drink' is The meaning of other options is
called 'potable' Homonym:- A word that is spelt like another word but
The meaning of other options is- which has a different meaning e.q- can:- be able can:-
Feasible:- Capable of being done with at hand and put something in a container
circumstances as they are. Alibi:- A defense of some offensive behavior or some
Delectable:- Extremely pleasing to the sense of taste. failure to keep a promise etc.
Edible:- Eatable. Anonymous:- Unknown, unnamed.
449. Select the most appropriate one-word
454. Select the word which means the same as the
substitution for the given words.
A group of lions group of words given.
(a) Pride (b) Pack One who is indifferent to art and culture
(c) Colony (d) Herd (a) philanderer (b) cynic
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (c) philistine (d) scientist
Ans. (a) : The above group of words, 'A group of lions' SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
is called 'pride' Ans : (c) The given group words, 'one who is
The meaning of other options is- indifferent to art and culture' is called- 'philistine'
Pack:- Group of dogs. The meaning of other options is-
Colony:- Group of ants. Philanderer:- A man who likes many women and short
Herd:- Group of cattle. sexual relationship with them.
450. Select the most appropriate one-word Cynic:- Faultfinder.
substitution for the given words : Scientist:- A person with advanced knowledge of one or
One who does not care for art or literature more sciences.
(a) Philatelist (b) Plagiarist 455. Select the word which means the same as the
(c) Pessimist (d) Philistine group of words given.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Sole right to make and sell some invention
Ans. (d) : The above group of words, 'one who does (a) copyright (b) inheritance
not care for art or literature' is called 'philistine' (c) patent (d) heirloom
The meaning of other options is- SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Pessimist:- A person who expects the worst. Ans. (c) : The given group words, 'sole right to make
Philatelist:- Literary pirate. and sell some invention, is called 'patent'
451. Select the word which means the same as the The meaning of other options is-
group of words given. Inheritance:- Hereditary succession to a title or an
A solution for all difficulties or diseases : office or properly.
(a) medication (b) treatment Copyright:- Right of first publication
(c) remedy (d) panacea Heirloom:- Something that has been in a family for
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) generations.
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456. Select the option that can be used as a one- 460. Select the most appropriate word for the group
word substitute for the given group of of words.
words. A previous case that might serve as an example
A person who believes that war and violence or guide in subsequent situations
are unjustifiable (a) president (b) predecessor
(a) pessimist (b) anarchist (c) precursor (d) precedent
(c) optimist (d) pacifist SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'A previous case
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'A person who that might serve as an example or guide in subsequent
believes that war and violence are unjustifiable' is called situations' is called 'precedent'
The meaning of other options is-
'pacifist'
President:- The chief executive of a republic.
The meaning of other options is- Predecessor:- One who precedes you time.
Pessimist:- A person who always expects bad things to Precursor:- Forerunner.
happen.
461. Select the most appropriate word for the group
Anarchist:- A person who believes that laws and
of words.
government are not necessary. A remedy for all diseases
Optimist:- A person who always expects good things to (a) panacea (b) antibiotic
happen. (c) antidote (d) patent
457. Select the option that can be used as a one- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II)
word substitute for the given group of words. Ans : (a) The given group of words, 'A remedy for all
A person who held a job or office before the diseases' is called 'panacea'
current holder The meaning of other options is-
(a) successor (b) ancestor Antibiotic:- Containing or using a substance.
(c) descendant (d) predecessor Antidote:- A substance that controls the effects of a
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) poison or disease.
Ans : (d) The given group of words, 'A person who Patent:- A document granting an inventor sole rights to
hold a job or office before the current holder' is called an invention.
'predecessor' 462. Select the most appropriate word for the group
The meaning of other options is- of words.
Successor:- A person who follows next in order One whose hobby is stamp collection.
Ancestor:- A person considered as descended from (a) phonologist (b) philanthropist
some ancestor. (c) philatelist (d) panegyrist
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
458. Select the option which is the most appropriate
one word substitution for the given group of Ans : (c) The given group of words 'one whose hobby
is stamp collection' is called philatelist.
words.
The meaning of other options is
One who travels on foot Philologist:- A specialist in phonology.
(a) propagandist (b) paediatrician Philanthropist:- Altruist.
(c) pedestrian (d) protagonist Panegyrist:- An orator who delivers eulogies or
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) panegyrics.
Ans : (c) The given group of words, 'one who travels 463. Select the word which means the same as the
on foot' is called ' pedestrian' group of words given.
The meaning of other options is rapid increase in the number or amount of
Propagandist:- A person who disseminates message something
calculated to assist some cause. (a) proliferation (b) promotion
Pediatrician:- A specialist is the care of babies. (c) propensity (d) paucity
protagonist:- The principal character in a work of SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
fiction. Ans. (a) : The given group of word, 'rapid increase in
459. Select the option which is the most appropriate the number or amount of something is called
one word substitution for the given group of 'proliferation'
words. The meaning of other options is
Careful in performing duties promotion:- The act of raising in rank or position.
(a) Sincere (b) Punctual Propensity:- A natural inclination. (Leaning,
(c) Obedient (d) Punctilious Proclivity)
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) Paucity:- Dearth.
Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'careful in 464. Select the word which means the same as the
given group of words.
performing duties' is called 'punctilious' Someone who freely gives money and help to
The meaning of other options is- people who need it
Sincere:- Honest, genuine (a) Philologist (b) Philanthropist
Punctual:- Timely, prompt. (c) Impressionist (d) Receptionist
Obedient:- compliant. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'someone who The meaning of other options is-
freely gives money and help to people who need it' is Dossier:- File
Profile:- A description of somebody/something that
called 'philanthropist' gives useful in for motion.
The meaning of other options is Sketch:- Study Retort descriptive summary
Philologist:- A humanist specializing in classical 469. In the following question, out of the four given
scholarship. alternatives, select the alternative which is the
Impressionist:- Relating to or characteristic of best substitute of the phrase.
impression. One who loves own country
Receptionist:- A secretary whose main duty is to (a) Chariot (b) Adroit
answer the telephone (c) Idiot (d) Patriot
465. Select the word that means the same as the SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
given group of words. Ans. (d) : The given group of words, 'one who loves
A person working on a trial period own country' is called 'patriot'
(a) Probationer (b) Petitioner The meaning of other options is-
(c) Practitioner (d) Professional Chariot:- A two wheeled horse drawn battle vehicle
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) Adored:- Quick or skillful or adept in action or thought.
Idiot:- A person of subnormal intelligence.
Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'A person
working on a trial period' is called 'probationer' 470. In the following question, out of the four given
The meaning of other options is- alternatives, select the alternative which is the
Petitioners:- Requester, suppliant best substitute of the phrase.
A medical examination of a dead body.
Practitioner:- Someone who practices a learned
(a) Premortem (b) Postmortem
profession. (c) Prenatal (d) Postnatal
professional:- Rerating to a profession. SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I)
466. Select the word which means the same as the Ans : (b) The given group of word 'medical
groups of words given. examination of a dead body' is called 'postmortem'
A remedy for all diseases The meaning of other options is
(a) Tablet (b) Syrup premortem- Existing or taking place immediately before
(c) Panacea (d) Nectar death.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I) Prenatal:- Occurring or existing before birth.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A remedy for all postnatal:- Occurring immediately after birth.
diseases' is called 'panacea' 471. Choose the most appropriate word that can
The meaning of other is substitute the given group of words.
Tablet:- A small hat compressed cake of some Killing of pests
substances. (a) Patricide (b) Herbicide
Syrup:- A thick sweet sticky liquid. (c) Pesticide (d) Suicide
Nectar:- A sweet lingered secretion that is attractive to SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III)
pollinations. Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'killing of pests'
467. Select the word which means the same as the is called 'pesticide'
group of words given. The meaning of other options is-
One who studies the elections and voting trends Patricide:- The murder of your father.
(a) Reviewer (b) Sociologist Herbicide:- A chemical agent that destroys plants or
(c) Psephologist (d) Reseacher inhibits their growth.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III) Suicide:- The act of killing yourself.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'one who studies 472. Select the most appropriate word for the given
the auction and voting trends' is called 'psephologist' group of words.
The meaning of other options is A set of 52 playing cards
Review:- Reexamine, retrospect. (a) Bundle (b) Parcel
Sociologist:- A social scientist who studies the (c) Pack (d) Packet
institutions and development of human. SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Researcher:- A scientist who devotes himself. Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A set of 52
(investigator) playing cards' is called 'pack'
The meaning of other options is-
468. Select the word which means the same as the Bundle:- Package, parcel
group of words given. parcel:- A collection of things wrapped or boxed
A collection of drawings, documents, etc. That together.
represent a person's. especially an artist's work Packet:- A small package or bumble.
(a) Dossier (b) Profile 473. Select the most appropriate word for the given
(c) Portfolio (d) Sketch group of words.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) One who collects stamps
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'A collection of (a) Curator (b) Geologist
drawings, oddments, etc that represent a persons (c) Philatelist (d) Conjurer
especially an artist's work is called 'portfolio' SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'One who collects 478. Select the word which means the same as the
stamps' is called 'philatelist' group of words given.
The meaning of other options is- An animal that lives by killing and eating other
Curator:- The custodian of a collection (as a museum animal
or library) (a) Predator (b) Amphibian
Geologist:- A specialist in geology. (c) Biped (d) Quadruped
Conjurer:- Magician. SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
474. Select the most appropriate word for the given Ans. (a) : The given group of words, 'An animal that
group of words : lives by killing and eating other animal' is called
An introduction to a literary work 'predator'
(a) prologue (b) Blurb The meaning of other options is-
(c) Epilogue (d) Sequel Amphibian:- An airplane designed to take off and land
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I) on water.
Ans. (a) : The given group of words 'An introduction Biped:- An animal with two feet.
to a literary work' is called 'prologue' Quadruped:- Having four beet.
The meaning of other other options is
Blurb:- A promotional statement 479. Select the word which means the same as the
Epilogue:- A short speech (often in yerse) addressed group of words given.
directly to the audience by an actor at the end of a play. An introduction made by the dramatist at the
Sequel:- Something that follows something else beginning of the play
(subsequence) (a) Dialogue (b) Epilogue
475. Select the most appropriate word for the given (c) Monologue (d) Prologue
group of words. SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
An animal that lives by killing and eating other Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'An introduction
animals made by the dramatist at the beginning of the play' is
(a) Amphibian (b) Prey called 'prologue'
(c) Predator (d) Quadruped The meaning of other options is
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I) Dialogue:- A conversation between two persons.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words, 'An animal that Epilogue:- A thorn section added at the end of a
lives by killing and eating other animals' is called literary work.
'predator' Monologue:- A dramatic speech by a single actor.
The meaning of other options is 480. Select the word which means the same as the
Predator:- Any animal that lives by preying on other group of words given.
animals. The method and practice of teaching
Amphibian:- A flat bottomed motor vehicle that can (a) Methodology (b) Psychology
travel on land or water.
(c) Pedagogy (d) Philosophy
Prey:- Animal hunted or caught for foot.
Quadruped:- Having four feet. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
476. Select the word which means the same as the Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'The method and
group of words given. practice of teaching' is called 'pedagogy'
An introduction to a book usually stating its The meaning of other options is
purpose Methodology:- The system of methods followed in a
(a) Bibliography (b) Preface particular discipline.
(c) Epilogue (d) Acknowledgment Psychology:- The science of mental life
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II) Philosophy:- The rational investigation of outstations
Ans. (b) : The group of words, 'An introduction to a about existence and knowledge and ethics.
book usually stating its purpose' is called 'preface'
The meaning of other options is- Q
Bibliography:- A list of the book referred to in a
scholarly work. 481. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Epilogue:- A short passage added at the end a work. Word substitute for the given group of words.
Acknowledgement:- The state of being recognizea. A four- footed animal
477. Choose the most appropriate word that can (a) Reptile (b) Mammal
substitute the given group of words.
A group of Lions (c) Biped (d) Quadruped
(a) Pack (b) Pride SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
(c) Herd (d) Flock Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘A four footed
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) animal’, option (d) Quadruped is appropriate one word.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words, 'A group of lions' Other options have different meaning.
is called 'pride'
The meaning of other options is Reptile – A group of animals which have scales on their
Pack:- A convenient package or parcel. skin and lay eggs.
Herd:- A group of cattle or sheep. Mammal – An animal that gives birth to live babies, nor
Flock:- A group of birds/ goats. eggs, and feeds its young on milk.

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482. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words. R
Reject as invalid, especially by legal procedure
487. Select the option that can be used as a one-
(a) Reiterate (b) Putrid
word substitute for the given group of words.
(c) Quash (d) Putrefy
The murder of a king
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
(a) Regicide (b) Sacrilege
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘ Reject as (c) Reticule (d) Rebel
invalid, especially by legal procedure’, option (c) Quash
is appropriate one word. Other options have different SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
meaning. Ans. (a) : One word substitution for the given group of
Reiterate - To repeat something that you have already words 'The murder of a king' will be option (a) regicide.
said. Meaning of other options are –
Putrid - Very unpleasant. Sacrilege – Treating a religious object or place without
Putrefy – Decays and produces a very unpleasant smell. the respect that it deserves,
483. Select the option that can be used as a one- Reticule – A woman small handbag having a drawstring
word substitute for the given group of words. and decorated with embroidery
Sound made by ducks Rebel – A person who fights against his country's
(a) Moo (b) Grunt government for the wants of change.
(c) Caw (d) Quack 488. Select the most appropriate option that can be
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II used as a one-word substitute for the
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘ Sound made underlined segment in the following sentence.
by ducks,’ option (d) Quack is appropriate one word. The king’s coronation ceremony was a grand
Moo - Sound made by a cow or bull. affair, with all the nobles and dignitaries
Grunt - A short, low sound from the throat. dressed in their finest insignia of royalty.
Caw - Sound made by crows. (a) spectres (b) regals
484. Select the most appropriate one word (c) regalia (d) ornaments
substitution for the given group of words. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
One who pretends to be a medical practitioner.
(a) Culprit (b) Quack Ans. (c) : The most appropriate one-word substitute for
(c) Adept (d) Vanity the above underlined segment 'insignia of royalty' is
SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I) 'regalia' (reward).
Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'one who pretends Meaning of other options –
to be a medical practitioner' is called 'Quack' Spectres – Ghost, Demon,
The meaning of other options is Regals – Very impressive, for a king or queen.
Culprit:- Someone who perpetrates wrongdoing Ornaments – The act of adorning or being adorned.
Adept:- Having or showing knowledge and skill and
aptitude. 489. Select the option that can be used as a one-word
Vanity:- Feeling of excessive pride. substitute for the given group of word.
Able to be happy, successful, etc. again after
485. Select the most appropriate one word
substitution for the given group of words. something difficult or bad has happened
Divided into four equal or cores pending parts. (a) Resilient (b) Remnant
(a) Tripod (b) Quarter (c) Reluctant (d) Resistant
(c) Half (d) Concrete SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, option (a)
Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'Divided into four Resilient is appropriate one word. Other options have
equal or corresponding parts' is called 'quarter' different meaning
The meaning of other options is Remnant - A small remaining part.
Tripod:- A tare legged stand (as for a camera) Reluctant - Feeling or showing hesitation or
Half:- One half unwillingness.
Concrete:- Tangible, touchable.
Resistant - Not wanting something and trying to
486. Select the most appropriate one word
substitution for the given group of words. prevent something happening.
Stop something especially by using force 490. Select the most appropriate one word to
(a) Soothe (b) Quell substitute the given group of words.
(c) Extinguish (d) Obtain Symbols of royalty
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (a) sceptre (b) relic
Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'stop something, (c) emblem (d) regalia
especially by using force' is called 'Quell'
The meaning of other options is SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
Soothe:- Calm/quiet Ans. (d) : For the above group of words ‘symbols of
Extinguish:- Blow out royalty’, option (d) regalia is appropriate one word.
Obtain:- Find, get, incur. Other options have different meaning.
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Sceptre – A decorated rod carried by a king or queen on 495. Select the most appropriate one-word
ceremonial occasions as a symbol of their power. substitution for the given group of words.
Relic – An object, a tradition, a system that has survived A deceased holy person’s remains or
from the past. belongings kept for reverence
(a) trophy (b) souvenir
Emblem – An object or symbol that represents
(c) memento (d) relic
something.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
491. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'A deceased holy
word substitute for the given group of words. person’s remains or belongings kept for reverence' is
One who has fixed opinions and beliefs called 'relic'
(a) Broad-minded (b) Flexible The meaning of other options is
(c) Rigid (d) Amiable Trophy:- Prize
SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II Souvenir:- Something of sentimental value or a
Ans. (c) : for the above group of words, ‘ one who has reminder of past events.
fixed opinions and beliefs’, option (C) ‘Rigid’ is Memento:- A reminder of past events.
appropriate one word. Other options have different 496. Select the word which means the same as the
meaning. group of words given.
Broad-minded - Willing to accept opinions, beliefs, that The act of looking back on past time
are unusual or different from your own. (a) retrospection (b) inspection
Flexible - Able to bend or easily without breaking. (c) introspection (d) circumspection
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Amiable - Good-natured and likable.
Ans. (a) : The given group of words 'The act of
492. Select the most appropriate one-word looking back on past time' is called 'retrospection'
substitution for the given group of words. The meaning of other options is
The act of thinking now about something in the Inspection:- A formal or official examination
past. Introspection:- Self examination
(a) Retrospection (b) Circumspection Circumspection:- Caution.
(c) Introspection (d) Inspection
497. Select the most appropriate word which means
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
the same as the group of words given.
Ans. (a) : The above group of words, 'The act of No revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily
thinking now about something in the past' is called (a) forthright (b) evaluative
'retrospection' (c) reticent (d) communicative
The meaning of other options is SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Introspection:- Self examination.
Ans : (c) The given group of words 'No revealing one's
Circumspection:- Caution
thoughts or feelings readily' is called 'reticent'
Inspection:- A formal or optical examination.
The meaning of other options is
493. Select the option that can be used as a one- Forthright:- Candid, frank.
word substitute for the given group of words. Evaluative:- Critical, appraising
Withdraw from a forward position in battle Communicative:- Able or tending to communicate.
(a) Retreat (b) Resort
498. Select the word which means the same as the
(c) Restore (d) Relocate
group of words given.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) A large natural or artificial lake as a source of
Ans. (a) : The above group of words, withdraw from a water supply
forward position in battle' is called 'retreat' (a) Pool (b) Pond
The meaning of other options is (c) Creek (d) Reservoir
Resort:- Fall back, recur. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
Restore:- Reestablish, reinstate. Ans. (d) The given group of words 'a large natural or
Relocate:- Become establish in a new location. artifical lake used as a source of water supply' is called
494. Select the most appropriate word which means 'reservoir'
the same as the group of words given. The meaning of other options is
An exact or a very close copy (of something) Pond:- A small lake
(a) substitute (b) artificial Geek:- A small river
(c) replica (d) forgery Polk:- A small body of standing water (rainwater) or
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) other livid.
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'An exact or a 499. Select the word which means the same as the
very close copy' is called 'replica' group of words given.
The meaning of other options is That which is no longer useful
Substitute:- Replacement (a) Redundant (b) Abundant
Artificial:- Contrived by art rather than nature. (c) Reluctant (d) Dominant
Forgery:- Counterfeit. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a) : The given group of words 'That which is no Ans. (b) : The most appropriate one word for the given
longer useful' is called 'redundant' group of words 'A person whose age is between 70 and
The meaning of other options is 79 years old' is 'septuagenarain'. Other options give
Abundant:- Abounding ample different meaning.
Reluctant:- Not eager. Aged - Geezer/very old
Dominant:- Most frequent or common. Oldie - An old person or thing
Pensioner - A person who is receiving a pension.
500. In the following question, out of the four given
alternatives, select the alternatives which is the 504. Select the most appropriate one word
best substitute of the phrase. substitution for the given group of words.
Amount paid to a man for his labour. The violation or profanation of anything sacred
(a) Incentive (b) Remuneration or held sacred
(c) Gratuity (d) Honorarium (a) Pious (b) Sacramental
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I) (c) Holy (d) Sacrilege
Ans : (b) The given group of words 'Amount paid to a SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III)
man for his lab our ' is called 'remuneration' Ans. (d) : In the above group of words, "The violation
The meaning of other options is or Profanation of anything sacred or held Sacred" is
Incentive:- A positive motivational influence option (d) Sacrilege give an appropriate meaning. Other
(motivator) option give different meaning.
Gratuity:- A positive small amount of money given for Pious - Having or showing a deep belief in religion.
services rendered. Sacramental- Relating to an important religious
Honorarium:- A fee paid for a nominally free service. ceremony in the Christian church.
501. In the following question, out of the four given Holy- Connected to a god or a religion.
alternatives, select the alternative which is the 505. Choose the word that can substitute the given
best substitute of the Phrase. group of words.
One who receives something. One who helps the needy and the helpless
(a) Gradient (b) Patient (a) Novice (b) Egotist
(c) Recipient (d) Lenient
(c) Samaritan (d) Highbrow
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans : (c) The given group of words ' One who receives
something' is called 'recipient' Ans. (c) : In the above group of words, ''one who helps
The meaning of other options is he needy and the helpless'' is option (c) Samaritan give
Gradient:- Slope proper meaning. Other option give different meaning.
Patient:- Long suffering Egotist → A conceited, boastful person.
Lenient:- Not strict. Highbrow → Highly cultured and sophisticated.
Novice → A person who is not experienced in a job or
S situation.
502. Select the word which means the same as the 506. Select the option that can be used as a one-
group of words underlined in the sentence. word substitute for the given group of words.
The study of earthquakes
Only the artists who make sculptures are (a) Seismology (b) Geography
allowed to take part in exhibitions. (c) Topography (d) Geology
(a) Sculptor (b) Painter
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
(c) Potter (d) Artisan
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘The study of
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II)
earth –quakes’, option (a) seismology is appropriate one
Ans. (a) : For the above group of word, only the artists word.
who make sculptures are allowed to take part in Geography - The scientific study of the earth's surface
exhibition, option (a) 'sculptor' gives appropriate physical features, divisions, population etc.
meaning. Topography - The study of the features and forms of
Painter - Someone who paints pictures. land surfaces.
Geology - The study of the rocks, and of the way they
Potter - A person who makes pots, bowls, plates etc.
are formed.
Artisan - A person skilled in making a product by hand.
507. Select the option that can be used as a one-
503. Select the option that can be used as a one- word substitute for the given group of words.
word substitute for the given group of Indifferent to pleasure and pain
words. (a) Lusty (b) Stoic
A person whose age is between 70 and 79 years (c) Cynic (d) Prudent
old SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I
(a) Aged (b) Septuagenarian Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘ Indifferent to
(c) Oldie (d) Pensioner pleasure and pain’, option (b) stoic is appropriate one
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) word. Other options have different meaning.
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Lusty - Full of strength and energy. 512. Select the most appropriate one-word
Cynic - A person who has negative opinions substitution for the given words.
about other people. A close-fitting cover for a sword
Prudent - Showing good judgment in avoiding (a) Quiver (b) Shank
risks and uncertainties. (c) Sheath (d) Dagger
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
508. Select the most appropriate one word to Ans. (c) : The above group of words 'A close-fitting
substitute the given group of words. cover for a sword' is called 'sheath'
One who speaks for others The meaning of other options is
(a) spokesperson (b) orator Quiver:- Cafe for holding arrows.
(c) verbose (d) talkative Shank:- The part of the human leg between the
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II Dagger:- A short knife with a pointed blade used for
Ans. (a) : For the above group of words ‘one who piercing or stabbing .
speaks for others, option (a) spokesperson is appropriate 513. Select the word which means the same as the
other options have different meaning. group of words given.
Orator – A person who is good at making public A large number of fish swimming together
speeches. (a) herd (b) shoal
(c) brood (d) cache
Verbose – Containing more words than are needed.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Talkative – To talk a lot. Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'A large number
509. Select the most appropriate one word to of fish swimming together' is called 'shoal'
substitute the given group of words. The meaning of other options is
a case for keeping a sword. Herd:- A group of cattle or sheep
(a) sleeve (b) sheath brood:- Group of fetching
(c) quiver (d) wrapper Cache:- A hidden storage space.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II 514. In the following question, out of the four
alternatives, select the alternative which is the
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words, ‘ a case for best substitute of the phrase.
keeping a sword’, option (b) sheath is appropriate one A government by the military class
word. Other options have different meaning. (a) Kratocracy (b) Pantisocray
Sleeve – A part of a garment covering an arm. (c) Stratocracy (d) Monocracy
Quiver – To shake slightly. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Wrapper – A piece of paper, plastic that is wrapped Ans. (c) The above group of words, a government by
around something. the military class' is called 'stratocracy'
510. Select the option that can be used as a one- The meaning of other options is
word substitute for the given group of words. Pantisocracy:- A form of utopian social organization in
A short rest or sleep taken aften lunch which all are equal in social position and responsibility.
Kratocracy:- Rule by the strong or those seize power
(a) Doze (b) Leisure
through force.
(c) Slumber (d) Siesta
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I) 515. In the following, out of the four alternatives,
select the alternative which is the best
Ans. (d) : The above group of words, A short rest or substitute of the phrase.
sleep taken aften lunch' is called 'siesta' A person's last performance
The meaning of other options is (a) Prognosis (b) Elegy
Doze:- A light fitful sleep (c) Memoir (d) Swan song
Leisure:- Time available for ease and relaxation. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Slumber:- be asleep Ans. (d) The above group of words, a person's last
511. Select the option that can be used as a one- performance is called 'swan song'
word substitute for the given group of words. The meaning of other options is
A person who walks in his/her sleep Prognoses:- A prediction of the course of a disease
(a) Exorcist (b) Atheist (forecast)
(c) Somnambulist (d) Ventriloquist Elegy:- A mournful poem, a lament for the dead.
SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II Memoir:- An account of the author's personal
experiences.
Ans. (c) : For the group of words ‘A person who walks
516. Select the most appropriate word for the given
in his/her sleep ‘ option (c) somnambulist is appropriate
group of words.
one word.
A nature reserve for birds of animals
Exorcist - A person who makes spirits leave a place by (a) retreat (b) asylum
prayers or ceremonies. (c) oasis (d) sanctuary
Atheist - A person who does not believe in the existence SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
of a god. Ans. (d) : The given group of words A nature reserve
Ventriloquist - Someone who can speak without moving for birds of animals' is called 'sanctuary'
their lips. The meaning of other options is
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Retreat:- Move back 521. Select the most appropriate word for the group
Asylum:- A hospital for mentally incompetent or of words.
unbalanced people. An office with high salary but no work
Oasis:- A shelter serving as a place of safety or (a) honorary (b) sinecure
sanctuary. (c) autocracy (d) bureaucracy
517. Select the word which means the same as the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
group of words given. Ans : (b) The given group of words 'An office with
One who helps a person in need high salary but no work' is called 'sinecure'.
(a) mercenary (b) veteran The meaning of other options is
(c) samaritan (d) collaborator Honorary- Given as an honor without the normal duties
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Autocracy- A political theory favoring unlimited
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'One who helps a authority by a single individual
person in need' is called 'samaritan' Bureaucracy- A system of government in which there
The meaning of other options is
Mercenary:- A person hired to fight for another are a large number of state officials who are not elected.
country than their own. 522. Select the most appropriate word for the group
Veteran:- A person who has served in the armed of words.
forces. (ex-serviceman) One who is indifferent to pleasure or pain
Collaborator:- Cooperator, partner. (a) wise (b) temperate
518. Select the option that can be used as a one- (c) brave (d) stoic
word substitute for the given group of words. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III)
A person who can endure pain or hardship Ans : (d) the given group of words 'One who is
without showing his feelings or complaining indifferent to pleasure or pain' is called 'stoic'
(a) stoic (b) agnostic The meaning of other options is -
(c) ascetic (d) pedant Wise- Prudent, omniscient
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) Temperate- Not extreme, moderate, mined.
Ans : (a) The given group of words 'A person who can Brave- Courageous
endure pain or hardship without showing his feelings or
523. Select the word which means the same as the
complaining' is called stoic.
The meaning of other options is group of words given.
Agnostic:- A person who claims that they cannot have Close fitting cover for a sword or knife
true knowledge about the existence of god. (a) Shield (b) Guard
Ascetic:- Someone who practice self denial as a (c) Screen (d) Sheath
spiritual discipline SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
pedant:- A person who pays more attention to formal Ans. (d) The given group of words 'closed fitting cover
rules and book learning than they merit. (scholastic) for a sured or knife' is 'sheath'
519. Select the option which is the most appropriate The meaning of other options is-
one word substitution for the given group of Shield–Armor carried on the arm to intercept blows
words. Guard – Watch over or shield from danger or harm,
A protected place for birds and animals protect.
(a) bunker (b) island Screen– Partition consisting of a decorative frame or
(c) sanctuary (d) estuary panel that serves to divide a space.
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) 524. Select the word which means the same as the
Ans : (c) The given group of words 'A protected place group of words given.
for birds and animals' is called 'sanctuary' A vertical passageway into a mine
The meaning of other options is-
(a) Lobby (b) Shaft
Bunker:- A large container for storing fuel.
(c) Canal (d) Aisle
Island:- A land mass that is surrounded by water.
Estuary:- The wide part of a river where et nears the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II)
sea, fresh ash and salt water. Ans. (b) : The given group of words 'a vertical
520. Select the option which is the most appropriate passageway into a mine' is called 'shaft'
one word substitution for the given group of The meaning of other options
words. Lobby – Antechamber, anteroom, hall.
One who is sixty years old Canal – Lang and narrow strip of water made for boats
(a) Nonagenarian (b) Sexagenarian or irrigating.
(c) Octogenarian (d) Septuagenarian Aisle – A passage between rows of seats in a church,
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) theatre, train etc.
Ans. (b) : The given group of words 'One who is sixty 525. Select the word which means the same as the
years old' is called 'sexagenarian'. group of words given.
The meaning of other options is Small room where dishes are washed.
Nonagenarian:- (90 - 99 years old) (a) Larder (b) Scullery
Octogenarian:- (80 - 89 years old) (c) Pantry (d) Ante-room
Septuagenarian:- (70 - 79 years old) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b) : The given group of words 'Small room 530. Choose the word that can substitute the given
where dishes are washed' is called 'scullery' sentence.
The meaning other options is- An internal or external framework of bones
Larder – A small storeroom for storing (a) Spine (b) Skull
(c) Skeleton (d) Skin
Pantry – Buttery SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ante-room – A large entrance or reception room or Ans. (c) : The given Group of words 'An internal or
area. external framework of bones' is called 'skeleton'
526. Select the word which means the same as the The meaning of options is-
group of words given. Spine - backbone, spinal
A person who is blamed for something that Skull - The bony skeleton of the head of vertebrates.
someone else has done Skin - A natural protective body covering and site of
(a) Competitor (b) Enemy the sense of touch
(c) Opponent (d) Scapegoat 531. Select the most appropriate word for the given
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) group of words.
Ans. (d) : The given Group of words 'A person who is A set of twenty
blamed for something that someone else has' is called- (a) Dozen (b) Score
scapegoat' (c) Quarter (d) Decade
The meaning options is- SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Competitor:- Challenger, contender. Ans. (b) : The given Group of words 'A set of twenty'
Enemy:- One who oppose someone. is called 'score'
Opponent:- Antagonist, oppose The meaning of other options is-
Dozen - A set of twelve.
527. In the following question, out of the four given Quarter - Each of four equal parts.
alternatives, select the alternative which is the Decade - A period of ten years.
best substitute of the phrase.
The bony framework of the body. 532. Select the most appropriate word for the given
group of words.
(a) Respiratory system (b) Skeleton
A large number of fish swimming together
(c) Neurons (d) Arteries (a) Pack (b) Shoal
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III) (c) Horde (d) Herd
Ans. (b) : The given group of words 'The bony SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II)
framework of the body' is called 'skeleton' Ans. (b) : The given group of words 'A large number
The meaning of other options is of fish swimming together' is called 'shoal'
Respiratory system - The system for taking in oxygen The meaning of other options is-
and giving off carbon dioxide. Pack - Bundle, compact
Neurons - A all that is specialized to conduct nerve Horde -A vast multitude, a nomadic community
impulses. Herd - A group of cattle or sheep
Arteries - A blood vessel that carries blood from the 533. Select the most appropriate word for the given
heart to the body. group of words.
528. Select the word which means the same as the Government not connected with religious or
group of words given. spiritual matters.
A speech made to oneself (a) Socialist (b) Republic
(a) Soliloquy (b) Solitary (c) Sovereign (d) Secular
(c) Eloquent (d) Dialogue SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) Ans : (d) The given group of words 'Government not
Ans. (a) : The given group of words 'A speech made to connected with religious or spiritual matters' is called
oneself' is called soliloquy' 'secular'
The meaning of options is- The meaning of other options is-
Solitary - Nonsocial Socialist - Advocating or following the socialist
Eloquent - Smooth , spoken. principles.
Dialogue - A conversation between two persons. Republic -A form of government whose head of state is
not a monarch
529. Choose the most appropriate word that can Sovereign - Crowned head, monarch.
substitute the given group of words.
Full of criticism and mockery 534. Select the word which means the same as the
(a) Cliche (b) Praise group of words given.
A building in which Jewish people worship and
(c) Satire (d) Eulogy
study their religion
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) Mosque (b) Temple
Ans. (c) : The given Group of words 'Full of criticism (c) Church (d) Synagogue
and mockery' is called 'satire' SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
The meaning of other options is- Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'A building in
Praise- An expression of approval and commendation. which Jewish people worship and study their religion'
Eulogy- A formal expression of praise. (paneguyric) is called 'synagogue'
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The meaning of other options is- Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, option (C)
Temple - Place of worship consisting of an edifice for truce is appropriate one word.
the worship of a deity. Unanimous - Agreed to everyone.
Church- A place for public (especially Christian) Graft - A piece cut from a living plant and fixed in a cut
worship. made in another plant.
Monastery - The residence of a religious community. Surplus - an extra amount or something.
535. Select the word which means the same as the 539. Select the option that can be used as a one-
group of words given. word substitute for the given group of words.
Not connected with religious or spiritual Connected with the sense of touch
matters. (a) Visual (b) Auditory
(a) Secular (b) Veteran (c) Tactile (d) Olfactory
(c) Communal (d) Atheist SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘connected
Ans. (a) : The given group of words ' Not connected with the sense of touch’, option (c) Tactile is
with religious or spiritual matters' is called 'secular' appropriate one word.
The meaning of other options is Visual - Connected with seeing.
Veteran - A person who has served in the armed Auditory - Relating to the sense of hearing.
forces. Olfactory - Connected with the sense of smell.
Communal - For or by a group rather than individuals 540. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Atheist - Someone who denies the existence of god. word substitute for the given group of words.
The sound an elephant makes
T (a) Bray (b) Grunt
536. Choose the word that can substitute the given (c) Low (d) Trumpet
group of words. SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II
The young of a frog Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘The sound an
(a) Tadpole (b) Kitten elephants makes’, option (d) trumpet is appropriate one
word.
(c) Antelope (d) Pup
Bray - The loud, harsh cry of a donkey or mule.
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Grunt - To make a short low sound in the throat.
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate group of the word for Low - Close to the ground.
'The young of a frog' will be 'Tadpole'.
541. Select the option that can be used as a one-
other words are___ word substitute for the given group of words.
kitten- The young of a cat. A group of three novels or plays, each complete
Antelope- An antelope is an animal that resembles a in itself.
deer, with four legs, hooves and antlers. (a) Triplet (b) Triumvir
Pup- The young one of a dog. (c) Trilogy (d) Trivet
537. Select the most appropriate word for the given SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
group of words. Quiet and peaceful. Ans. (c) : The above group of word, A group of three
(a) Inundate (b) Incessant novels or plays, each complete in itself is called 'trilogy'
(c) Introvert (d) Tranquil The meaning of other options is
Triplet - Triple, triad (a set of three similar things
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) considered as a unit)
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate word for the above Triumvir - One of a group of three sharing public
given group of word – ‘Quiet and peaceful’. Is administer ration
‘Tranquil’. Trivet - A stand, often with short feet used under a hot
Meaning of other options – wish on a table.
Inundate – To cover an area of lord with a large amount 542. In the following question, out of the four
of water. alternatives, select the alternative which is the
Incessant – Never stopping. best substitute of the phrase.
Introvert – A quiet, shy person who prefers to be alone A person who preserves skin of animals
than with other people. (a) Biloquist (b) Philologist
(c) Taxidermist (d) Oculist
538. Select the option that can be used as a one- SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
word substitute for the given group of words.
Ans. (c) The above group of words, a person who
An agreement between enemies or opponents to preserves skin of animals' is called 'taxidermist'
stop fighting, arguing, etc., for a certain period The meaning of other options is-
of time Biloquist – Person who can speak is two voices
(a) Unanimous (b) Graft Philologist – A humanist specializing in classical
(c) Truce (d) Surplus scholarship
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I Oculist – Specialist of eyes
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543. Select the most appropriate one-word Ans : (d) The given group of words 'The art of cleaning
substitution for the given group of words. and preserving animal skins' is called 'texidermy'
One who changes sides The meaning of other options is-
(a) novice (b) amateur Etymology- A history of a word
(c) invader (d) turncoat Taxonomy- A classification of organisms into groups
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) based on similarities of structure or origin.
Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'one who changes Dermatology- Dermatology the branch of medicine
sides' is called 'turncoat' dealing with the skin and its diseases.
The meaning of other options is- 548. Select the word which means the same as the
Novice - Beginner, initiate, tyro group of words given.
Amateur - Someone who pursue a study or sport as a Relating to the healing of diseases
pastime. (a) Preventive (b) Immunity
Invader - Someone who enters by force in order to (c) Inoculation (d) Therapeutic
conquer. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I)
544. Select the word which means the same as the Ans. (d) : The given group of word 'Relating to the
group of words given. healing of diseases' is called 'therapeutic'
Too unimportant to consider The meaning of other options is-
(a) dimunitive (b) trivial Immunity - Resistance
(c) nothing (d) noticeable Inoculation- Vaccination
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I) Preventive - Tending to prevent or hinder.
Ans : (b) The given group of words 'Too important to 549. In the following question, out of the four given
consider' is called 'trivial' alternatives, select the alternative which is the
The meaning of other options is- best substitute of the phrase.
Dimunitive - Very small A portable radio set.
Nothing - Nix, zero, nil. (a) transistor (b) transcription
Noticeable- Capable of being detected. (perceptible) (c) Transposition (d) Transaction
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III)
545. Select the most appropriate option that can be
Ans. (a) : The given group of words 'A portable radio
used as a one-word substitute for the given
set' is called 'transistor'
group of words. The meaning of other options is-
A cup or other decorative object awarded as a Transcription - Written text.
prize for a victory or success Transposition - Reversal
(a) gift (b) crown Transaction - Dealings. (action taken by a group of
(c) present (n) (d) trophy people especially an act of buying or selling)
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
550. Select the word which means the same as the
Ans : (d) The given group of words 'A cup or other group of words given.
decorative object awarded as a prize for a victory or A young child just beginning to walk
success' is called 'trophy' (a) Toddler (b) Cub
The meaning of other options is- (c) Joey (d) Kid
Gift - The act of giving SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Crown - A wreath or garland worn on the head to Ans. (a) : The given group of words A young child
signify victory. just beginning to walk' is called 'toddler'
Present - Award. The meaning of other options is-
546. Select the most appropriate word for the given Cub - The young of certain carnivorous mammals such
group of words as the bear or wolf or lion
A strong and fast moving stream of water Joey - A baby kangaroo or other marsupial.
(a) rivulet (b) creek Kid - Young goat (kidskin)
(c) torrent (d) trickle 551. Choose the most appropriate word that can
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II) substitute the given group of words.
Ans : (c) The given group of words 'A strong and fast A violent windstorm
moving stream of water' is called 'torrent' (a) Temperate (b) Drought
The meaning of other options is- (c) Draught (d) Tempest
Rivulet- A small stream. (streamed) SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Creek- Brook or flow slowly (filter) Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'A violent
Trickle- Run or flow slowly (filter) windstorm' is called 'tempest'
547. Select the most appropriate word for the given The meaning of other options is-
group of words. Drought - A shortage of rainfall.
The art of cleaning and preserving animal Draught - A serving of drink drawn from a keg.
skins Temperate - Moderate (next extreme)
(a) etymology (b) taxonomy 552. Select the most appropriate word for the given
(c) dermatology (d) taxidermy group of words.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) One who abstains from alcoholic drinks
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(a) Vegetarian (b) Non-vegetarian Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'Having no moral
(c) Drunkard (d) Teetotaller principles' is called 'unscrupulous'
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I) unaware - Unmindful, oblivious
Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'one who abstains Mischievous – Naughty or annoyingly playful.
from alcoholic drinks' is called 'teetotaller' Ethical – Conforming to accept standards of social or
The meaning of other options is- professional behavior
Vegetarian - Eater of fruits and grains and nuts. Or
someone who eats no meat or fish or any animal
products.
V
Non-Vegetarian - A person who died includes meat 557. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Drunkard - A chronic drink word substitute for the given group of words.
One who possesses outstanding technical ability
U in a particular art or field
(a) Virtuoso (b) Amateur
553. Select the word which means the same as the (c) Gourmand (d) Virtuous
group of words given. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
An imaginary, perfect state or place
(a) Utopia (b) Dystopia Ans. (a) : The most appropriate one-word substitute is
(c) Nostalgia (d) Arcadia 'Virtuoso', for the above group of words – 'One who
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I) possesses outstanding technical ability in a particular art
or field.'
Ans. (a) : The above group of words 'An imaginary,
perfect state or place' is called 'utopia' Meaning of other options –
The meaning of other options is Amateur – 'A person who does something for pleasure,
Arcadia - A department of state in which central not as a job.'
Peloponnese. Gourmand – 'Eating good food and lots of it.'
Dystopia - An imaginary place or state in which Virtuous – Behaving in a morally good way.'
everything is extremely bad or unpleasant 558. Select the option that can be used as a one-
Nostalgia - A feeling of sadness mixed with pleasure word substitute for the given group of words.
and affection when you think of happy time in the past Person who portrays bad character roles in
554. Select the most appropriate one-word cinema
substitution for the given words. (a) Villain (b) Altruist
An imaginary ideal society (c) Sadist (d) Warrior
(a) Model (b) Flawless SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
(c) Ultimate (d) Utopia Ans. (a) : For the above group of words ‘Person who
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) portrays bad character roles in cinema’, option (a)
Ans. (d) : The above group of words 'An imaginary villain is appropriate one word.
ideal society' is called 'utopia' Altruist - A person who devoted to the welfare of
Model - The act of representing something others.
Ultimate - Furthest or highest in degree. Sadist - A person who gets pleasure out of giving pain
Flawless - Perfect. to others.
555. Select the word which means the same as the Warrior - A person who fights in a battle.
group of words given.
An imagined society where everything is 559. Select the option that can be used as a one-
perfect and everyone is happy word substitute for the given group of words.
(a) Responsible (b) Hypocrite In exactly the same words as the original
(c) Utopia (d) Evangelist (a) Verbatim (b) Copy
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) Imitation (d) Duplicate
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'An imagined SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
society where everything is perfect and everyone is Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘In exactly the
happy' is called 'utopia' same words as the original’ , option (a) vibration is
The meaning of other options is- appropriate one word. Other options have different
Responsible - Worthy of or requiring responsibility or meaning.
trust Copy- A thing that is made to be the same as something.
Hypocrite - Pretender, dissimulator. Imitation- A copy of something real.
Evangelist - A preacher of the Christian gospel. Duplicate- To make an exact copy of something.
556. Select the word which means the same as the 560. Select the option that can be used as a one-
group of words given. word substitute for the underlined group of
Having no moral principles words.
(a) Unaware (b) Mischievous Samantha keeps herself occupied by helping
(c) Ethical (d) Unscrupulous other people willingly without expecting any
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II) payment for her services.
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(a) Mercenary (b) Opportunist 564. Select the option that can be used as a one-word
(c) Volunteer (d) Iconoclast substitute for the given group of words.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II An animal with a spinal cord
(a) Vertebrate (b) Invertebrate
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, option (c) (c) Mammal (d) Amphibian
Volunteer is appropriate one word. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III
Mercenary - A soldier who will fight for any country or Ans. (a) : For the above group of words, ‘ An animal
group that offers payment. with a spinal cord, option (a) Vertebrate is appropriate
Opportunist - Making use of an opportunity, especially one word. Other options have different meaning.
to get an advantage for yourself. Invertebrate - An animal without a back bone.
Iconoclast - A person who criticizes popular beliefs or Mammal - An animal that gives birth to live young and
established customs and ideas. feeds its young on milk.
561. Select the option that can be used as a one- 565. Select the option that can be used as a one-
word substitute for the given group of words. word substitute for the underlined group of
words.
One who gives money or help to another person
Nisha participates in almost every activity and
or cause in all functions held in the school as she has
(a) Agnostic (b) Amateur many skills.
(c) Benefactor (d) Anarchist (a) Innovative (b) Vulnerable
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III (c) Versatile (d) Fragile
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words ‘one who gives SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
money or help to another person’. Option (C) Ans. (c) : For the above underlined group of words ‘
Benefactor is appropriate one word. has many skills’ , option (C) versatile is appropriate one
Agnostic - A person who is not sure it God exists or not. word. Other options have different meaning.
Amateur - A person who does something for enjoymeny Innovative - New and original.
not money. Vulnerable - Weak and easy to hurt physically or
emotionally.
Anarchist – A person who believes that laws and
government not necessary. Fragile – Easily damaged or broken.
566. Select the option that can be used as a one-
562. Select the option that can be used as a one- word substitute for the given group of words.
word substitute for the given group of words. A new project or business activity involving
One who has a long experience of any some risk.
occupation (a) Entrepreneur (b) Venture (n)
(a) Reverent (b) Practitioner (c) Experiment (d) Taboo
(c) Staunch (d) Veteran SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'A new project or
busines activity involving some risk' is called 'venture'
Ans. (d) : For the above group of words, ‘one who has The meaning of other options is-
a long experience of any occupation’, option (d) veteran Experiment - The testing of an idea.
is appropriate one word. Other options have different Entrepreneur - Someone who organizes a business
meaning. venture and assumes the risk for it
Reverent – Showing respect. Taboo - An inhibition or ban resulting from social
Practitioner – One who practices a profession. custom or emotional aversion.
567. In the following question, out of the four
Staunch – Always showing strong support in your
opinions and attitude. alternatives, select the alternative which is the
best substitute of the phrase.
563. Select the option that can be used as a one- Killer of prophet
word substitute for the given group of words. (a) Mariticide (b) Vaticide
One who is well-versed in the knowledge of (c) Patricide (d) Sororicide
plants SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
(a) Gardener (b) Vegetarian Ans. (b) The above phrase 'killer of prophet' is called
(c) Botanist (d) Florist 'vaticide'
The meaning of other options is-
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II Matricide - The murder of one's own mother
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words ‘one who is Patricide - The crime of killing your father
well versed in the knowledge of plants’, option (c) Sororicide - The killing of one's sister.
Botanist is appropriate one word. 568. Select the word which means the same as the
Gardener - A person who works in a garden. group of words given
Vegetarian - A person who does not eat meat or fish. A long sea journey
(a) trip (b) voyage
Florist - A person who owns or works in a shop that (c) excursion (d) expedition
sells flowers and plants. SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (b) : The above group of words, a long sea Ans : (b) The given group of words 'Able to adapt to
journey' is called 'voyage' many different functions or activities' is called 'versatile'
The meaning of other options is- The meaning of other options is-
Trip - Miss a step and fall or nearly fall a journey to a Expert- Pundit (a person with special knowledge)
place and back again. Surrogate- Someone who takes the place of another
Excursion - A short journey made for pleasure. (tour) person.
Expedition - A journey organized for a particular Deputy- A person appointed to represent or act on
purpose behalf of others.
569. Select the most appropriate word which means 573. Select the word which means the same as the
the same as the group of words given. group of words given.
Something done because one wants to, not by A plantation of grapes
force (a) Nursery (b) Orchard
(a) threatened (b) voluntary (c) Vineyard (d) Grove
(c) subjected (d) coered SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'a plantation of
Ans. (b) : The given group of words 'Something done grapes' is called 'vineyard'
because one wants to, not by force' is called 'voluntary' Nursery – A child's room for a baby. (baby's room)
The meaning of other options is- Orchard– Garden consisting of a small cultivation
Threatened - (of flora or fauna) likely in the near future wood without undergrowth
to become endangered. Grove– A small growth of trees without under bush
Coered - Force, pressure. 574. Select the most appropriate word for the given
Subjected - Defeat people or a country and then of words.
control them against their wishes A person who has long experience in a
570. Select the most appropriate one-word particular field
substitution for the given group of words. (a) Veteran (b) Amateur
A person who is unduly anxious about his/her (c) Cosmopolitan (d) Stoic
health SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) disciplinarian (b) egalitarian Ans. (a) : The given Group of words–'A person who
(c) valetudinarian (d) antiquarian has long experience in a particular field' is called
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) 'veteran'
Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'a person who is The meaning of other options is-
unduly anxious about his/her health' is called Amateur– Someone who pursues a study or sport as a
'valetudinarian' pastime
The meaning of other options is Cosmopolitan– Universal, world-wide
Disciplinarian - Moralist Stoic– Someone who is seemingly indifferent to
Egalitarian - Favoring social equality emotions.
Antiquarian - Relating to antique. (archaist) 575. Select the most appropriate word for the given
571. Select the word which means the same as the group of words.
group of words given. The decision that is given by the jury or judge
A person without a settled home or regular at the end of a trial
work who wanders from place to place and (a) Accusation (b) Punishment
lives by begging. (c) Allegation (d) Verdict
(a) Vagrant (b) Truant SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) Itinerant (d) Migrant Ans. (d) : The given group of words ' The decision that
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II) is given by the jury or judge at the end of a trial' is
Ans : (a) The given group of words 'A person without called 'verdict'
a settled home or regular work who wanders from place The meaning of other options is-
to place and lives by begging' is called 'vagrant' Accusation - An assertion that someone is gaiety of a
The meaning of other options is- fault or offence.
Truant- One who is absent from school without Punishment -The act of punishing.
permission Allegation - A formal accusation against somebody.
Itinerant- Travelling from place to place to work
Migrant- Traveler who moves from one region or cam W
try to another.
572. Select the most appropriate word for the given 576. Select the option that can be used as a one-
group of words. word substitute for the given phrase.
Able to adapt to many different functions or Forsaken or neglected child who has no home
activities and spends most of his/her time on the streets
(a) expert (b) versatile (a) Waif (b) Fugitive
(c) surrogate (d) deputy (c) Vulnerable (d) Miscreant
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Ans. (a) : The mast appropriate one word substitute for The meaning of other options is-
the given phrase. Garland - Coronal, wreath
'Forsaken or neglected child who has no home and Bunch - Clump, cluster a grouping of a number of
spends most of his/her time on the streets' is 'waif' similar thing
The meaning of other words are- Bouquet - An arrangement of flowers that is usually
given as present.
Fugitive - A person who has escaped or running
581. Select the most appropriate one word
Vulnerable - Able to easily heart, influenced or substitution for the given group of words.
attacked. A man who has magical powers or skills
Miscreant - A person who behaves badly. (a) Amateur (b) Wizard
577. Select the most appropriate option that can (c) Agent (d) Scientist
substitute the underlined words in the given SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I)
sentence. Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'A man who has
All his bones could be counted because his body magical powers or skills' is called 'wizard'
was totally shrivelled and wrinkled with age. The meaning of other options is-
(a) bony (b) shrunken Amateur - Nonprofessional
(c) wizened (d) dried Agent - Broker, factor
Scientist - A person with advanced knowledge of one or
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
more scions
Ans. (c) : For the above group of words, ‘shriveled and 582. Select the most appropriate one word
wrinkled with age’, option (c) wizened is appropriate substitution for the given group of words.
one word. Very strange and unusual, unexpected, or not
Bony - Very thin so that the bones can be seen under the natural
skin. (a) weird (b) wizard
Shrunken - Smaller than before and less important. (c) altruist (d) atheist
Dried - Free from liquid and especially water. SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II)
578. Select the option that can be used as a one- Ans. (a) : The above group of words 'Very strange and
word substitute for the given group of words. unusual, unexpected or not natural' is called 'weird'
To dispute angrily The meaning of other options is-
Wizard - One who practices magic or sorcery
(a) Wrench (b) Wrangle Altruist - Philanthropist
(c) Wrack (d) Wreck Atheist - Someone who denies the existence of god.
SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III 583. Select the most appropriate one word
Ans. (b) : For the above group of words ‘ To dispute substitution for the given group of words.
angrily’ option (b) wrangle is appropriate one word. Feeling or Showing caution about possible
Other options have different meaning. dangers.
Wrench - To pull something strongly and suddenly. (a) ambiguous (b) wary
Wreck - A vehicle or ship that has been destroyed or (c) genius (d) museum
badly damaged. SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'feeling or
579. Select the most appropriate one-word
showing caution about possible dangers' is called 'wary'
substitution for the given group of words.
The meaning of other options is-
To separate husk from the grain Ambiguous - Having more than one possible meaning.
(a) whisk (b) willow Genius - Brilliance.
(c) whip (d) winnow Museum - A depository for collecting and displaying
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) objects having scientific or historical
Ans. (d) : The given group of words 'To separate husk
from the grain whisk' is called 'winnow'
The meaning of other options is-
X
Willow - A tree with long thin branches and long thin 584. Select the most appropriate one word
leaves, that often grows hear water. substitution for the given group of words.
Whip - An instrument with a handle and a flexible lash Dislike or prejudice against people from other
that is used for whipping. countries -
580. Select the word which means the same as the (a) xenophile (b) xenophobia
group of words given. (c) ambivalent (d) skillfull
Flowers or leaves woven together in a circle for SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
placing on a coffin or a grave Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'Dislike or
(a) garland (b) wreath prejudice against people from other countries' is called
(c) bunch (d) bouquet 'xenophobia.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) The meaning of other options is-
Ans : (b) The given group of words 'Flowers or leaves xenophile - One attracted to foreign things.
woven together in a circle for placing on a coffin or a Ambivalent - Uncertain, unsure
grave' is called 'wreath' Skillful - Adept, expert, practiced.

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585. Select the most appropriate one word Ans. (c) : The given group of words 'The highest
substitution for the given group of words. point' is called 'zenith'
of the realtion between a host and guest, Horizon - The line at which the sky and earth appera to
friendly meet
(a) xenial (b) harbour
(c) agenda (d) summary Paradise - Any place of complete bliss and delight and
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) peace (heaven)
Ans. (a) : The above group of words 'of the relation Nadir - An extreme state of adversity
between a host and guest, friendly' is called 'xenial' 590. Select the most appropriate one word
The meaning of other options is substitution for the given group of words.
Harbour - Seaport, haven Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a
Agenda - A list of matters to be taken up cause
Summary -A brief statement that presents the main (a) chronology (b) journal
points in a concise form. (c) zeal (d) jealous
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Y Ans. (c) : The above group of words 'Great energy or
586. Select the most appropriate one word enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause' is called 'zeal'
substitution for the given group of words. The meaning of other options is-
Have an intense feeling for something chronology - An arrangement of events in time
(a) yearn (b) Proficient journal - Diary
(c) adamant (d) adorable jealous - Green eyed, over jealous
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I) 591. Select the most appropriate one word
Ans. (a) : The above group of words 'have an intense substitution for the given group of words.
feeling for something' is called 'yearn' A person who is fanatical
The meaning of other options is- (a) zealot (b) director
Proficient - Having or showing knowledge and skill and
aptitude. (c) composer (d) charter
Adamant - Determined not to change your mind SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Adorable - Very attractive and easy to feel love for. Ans. (a) : The above group of words 'A person who is
587. Select the most appropriate one word fanatical' is called 'zealot'
substitution for the given group of words. The meaning of other options is-
An amount produced of an agricultural or Director - One of a group of senior managers run a
industrial product company.
(a) precise (b) yield Composer - A person who writhe music especially
(c) native (d) visual classical music
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Charter - Grant a charter to.
Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'An amount 592. Select the most appropriate one word
produced of an agricultural or industrial product' is
called 'yield' substitution for the given group of words.
The meaning of other options is- A line or course having abrupt right and left
Precise - Snarply exact or accurate. turns
Native - Inborn (a) reliable (b) zigzag
Visual - Relating to or using sight (optical) (c) barrel (d) analogy
588. Select the most appropriate one word SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I)
substitution for the given group of words. Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'A line or course
Shout in a loud, shard way. having abrupt right and left turns' is called 'zigzag'
(a) clutch (b) yell The meaning of other options is-
(c) arena (d) charter Reliable - Worthy of reliance or trust (certain)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) Barrel - A bulging cylindrical shape, hollow with flat
Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'shout in a loud, ends.
sharp way' is called 'yell'
The meaning of other options is- 593. Select the most appropriate one word
Clutch - Take hold of substitution for the given group of words.
Arena - A large structure for open air sport or Love for foreign people, manners or cultures
entertainment. (a) xenophobia (b) xenophilia
Charter - A contract to hire or lease transportation. (c) analogy (d) theology
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Z Ans. (b) : The above group of words 'Love for foreign
people, manners or cultures' is called 'xenophila'
589. Choose the most appropriate word that can The meaning of other options is
substitute the given group of words.
The highest point Xenophobia - A fear of foreigners or strangers.
(a) Horizon (b) Paradise Analogy - Drawing a comparison is order to show a
(c) Zenith (d) Nadir similarity in some respect.
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IDIOM & PHRASE
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(Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 12
CGL (Tier-2) 5
A CHSL (Tier-1) 14
CHSL (Tier-2) 8
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 7 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 11
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
2 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
B CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
3 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
C CHSL (Tier-2) 6
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
4 CGL (Tier-1) 5
CGL (Tier-2) 3
D CHSL (Tier-1) 9
CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
5 CGL (Tier-1) 7
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
E CHSL (Tier-2) 5
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 9
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 7
6 CGL (Tier-1) 4
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 3 (2017–2023)
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F Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 4
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 5
7 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 3
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
G Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 2
8 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
H Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 4
9 CGL (Tier-1) 5
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 8 (2017–2023)
I SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 3
SSC CPO SI 2
10 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
J Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
11 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
K Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
12 CGL (Tier-1) 2
CGL (Tier-2) 1
L CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 3
13 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 3
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M CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 3 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 5
14 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
N CHSL (Tier-2) -
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 4
15 CGL (Tier-1) 3
CGL (Tier-2) 2
O CHSL (Tier-1) 5
CHSL (Tier-2) 2
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 3
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
16 CGL (Tier-1) 8
CGL (Tier-2) 2
P CHSL (Tier-1) 6
CHSL (Tier-2) 8
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 5
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
17 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
Q CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
18 CGL (Tier-1) 4
CGL (Tier-2) 2
CHSL (Tier-1) 6
CHSL (Tier-2) 5 (2017–2023)
R Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 5
SSC MTS 2
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 5
19 CGL (Tier-1) 10
CGL (Tier-2) 8
CHSL (Tier-1) 14
CHSL (Tier-2) 5 (2017–2023)
S Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 2
SSC CPO SI 4

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20 CGL (Tier-1) 5
CGL (Tier-2) 3
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 3
T Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 2 (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 4
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1
21 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 2
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 1
U SSC MTS 1
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI 1
22 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
V Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
23 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1 (2017–2023)
W Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 2
24 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) -
X Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS -
SSC GD -
SSC CPO SI -
25 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) -
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) - (2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI -
Y SSC MTS -
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI -
26 CGL (Tier-1) 1
CGL (Tier-2) 1
CHSL (Tier-1) 1
CHSL (Tier-2) 1
Z Selection Post VII, VIII, XI - (2017–2023)
SSC MTS 1
SSC GD 1
SSC CPO SI 1

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10.
IDIOMS AND PHRASES
Ans. (a) : The best express meaning of the given
A idiom/phrase ‘At all costs’ is ‘whatever is needed to
1. Select the most appropriate meaning of the achieve something’.
given idiom. Other options give different meanings.
against the clock 5. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) To take on a task that is a way to big given idiom.
(b) On the point of achievement A night owl
(c) Rushed and short on time (a) Someone who has good eyesight
(d) To avoid talking (b) Someone who works very hard
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) (c) Someone who never works
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate meaning of the given (d) A person who prefers to be awake late at
idiom 'against the clock' is 'Rushed and short on time.' night
other options are incorrect. SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate meaning of the given
2. In the following question, out of the given four idiom 'A night owl' is 'A person who prefers to be
alternatives, select the alternative which best awake late at night'. Other options are not suitable.
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
A blast from the past 6. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) Something powerfully nostalgic given idiom.
(b) A competition where the outcome is difficult At your beck and call
to judge or predict (a) To have absolute control over someone
(c) An unresolved argument (b) To call someone respectfully
(d) Punishment for the crime committed in the (c) To have no control over someone
past (d) To call someone and then deny
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II) SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : The most appropriate meaning of the given
idiom/Phrase 'A blast from the past' is 'something idiom 'At your beck and call' is 'To have absolute
powerfully nostalgic'. while other options are incorrect. control our someone.' Other options are not suitable.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
7. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
3. In the following question, out of the given four given idiom.
alternatives, select the alternative which best
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. A perfect storm
A blind spot (a) Appropriate for all occasions
(a) A person who is blind (b) The worst possible situation
(b) A situation where no progress is made (c) Healing from trauma
(c) A person with no emotional feelings (d) Pretty good judgment
(d) An area in your range of vision that your SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
cannot see properly Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the above
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) given idiom 'A perfect storm' is 'The worst possible
Ans. (d) : For the above given idiom/phrase 'A blind situation.'
spot' will be chosen meaning 'An area in your range of Other options give different meanings.
vision that your cannot see properly. 8. Identify the option that can be substituted as
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). the correct idiom for the underlined part of the
4. In the following question, out of the given four given sentence.
alternatives, select the alternative which best My cousin sister Neetu had an aerial view of
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. the trade fair from the top of the giant wheel.
At all costs (a) A bird inteh gilded cage
(a) Whatever is needed to achieve something
(b) Bird brain
(b) An expensive purchase
(c) Not to be trifled with (c) Birds of same feather
(d) To be master of (d) Bird's eye view
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Ans. (d) : The correct substitute idiom for the 13. In the following question, out of the given four
underlined part of the given sentence 'aerial view' is alternatives, select the alternative which best
option (d) 'Bird's eye view' which means 'an overall or expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
cursory look at something.' A bite at the cherry
Other options give different meanings. (a) A wrong move
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). (b) An attempt or opportunity to do something
9. Select the sentence that uses the given idiom (c) to have a leverage over someone
correctly. (d) A dog bite
A dime a dozen SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
(a) Her ideas were worth a dime a dozen and Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, 'A bite at the cherry'
didn't impress the boss. option (b) An attempt or opportunity to do something"
(b) The restaurant had some delicious desserts gives suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
that were a dime a dozen. 14. In the following question;, out of the given four
(c) The antique store had some rare finds, but alternatives, select the alternative which best
they were a dime a dozen. expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
(d) The concert tickets were a dime a dozen and Appeal to Caesar
sold out quickly. (a) An authority given to a foolish person
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) (b) To expect good from a wrong person
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, 'A dime a dozen' option (c) To live in a false reality
(a) 'Her ideas were work a dime a dozen and didn't (d) Appeal to the highest possible authority
impress the boss' gives appropriate meaning other SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III)
options give different meaning. Ans. (d) : The given idiom, 'Appeal to Caesar' option
10. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (d) 'Appeal to the highest possible authority' gives an
given idiom. appropriate explanation. Other options give different
a narrow escape meaning.
(a) Likely to fall in the near futher 15. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) Do something very risky given idiom.
(c) Just manage to avoid danger or trouble All bark and no bite
(d) Only just succeed in doing something (a) Someone who sticks to his words
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) (b) Actions are stronger than mere words
(c) Not being able to understand anything
Ans. (c) : The given idiom 'a narrow escape' means 'just
mange to avoid danger or trouble' mentioned in option (d) Full of talk, but low on action
(c). other options contain different meanings. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III)
11. In the following question, out of the given four Ans. (d) : For the above idiom, 'All bark and no bite' is
alternatives, select the alternative option (d) Full of talk, but low on action gives an
appropriate explanation. Other option give different
which best expresses the meaning of the mening.
Idiom/Phrase.
'As hard as nails' 16. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
(a) To be stubborn
Ace in the hole
(b) To feel no pain
(a) To create noisy disturbances so that
(c) Physically or mentally tough competitors are unable to work.
(d) Hard working (b) A major advantage that one keeps hidden
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) until an ideal time
Ans. (c) : For the above given idiom/phrase "As hard as (c) To attempt to do the impossible
nails" is option (c) 'Physically or mentally tough' gives (d) To suffer an injury on the lower body
an appropriate explanation. Other options give different SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
meaning.
Ans. (b) : For the above Idiom, "Ace in the hole" option
12. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) "A major advantage that one keeps hidden until an
given idiom. ideal time" gives an appropriate explanation. Other
A cock and bull story options give different meaning.
(a) A true story 17. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) A children’s story underlined idiom.
(c) A story of animals When those thugs come near you, run at the
(d) A foolish and concocted story drop of a hat.
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) (a) Be dressed for a party
Ans. (d) : For the above Idiom, "A cock and bull story" (b) With all your belongings
option (d) 'A foolish and concocted story' gives (c) Go on a shot trip
appropriate meaning. Other options give different (d) Without delay
meaning. SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
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Ans. (d) : For the above underlined idiom' at the drop Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'A snake in the grass',
of a hat', option (d) 'without delay' gives suitable option (a) A deceitful person gives suitable meaning.
meaning. Other options are not correct. Other options are not correct.
18. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 24. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
An eye wash At one's elbow
(a) In writing (b) A pretence (a) Next to someone (b) Strong grip
(c) Avoid talking (d) A rare event (c) Far away (d) Strong bond
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'An eye wash', option (b) Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'At one's elbow', option
'A pretence' gives suitable meaning. Other options are (a) next to someone gives suitable meaning, other
not correct. options are not correct.
19. Select the option that gives the most 25. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom. given idiom.
You have put me in a tight corner by telling All ears
me to keep quiet. (a) trying to listen (b) not able to listen
(a) An embarrassing situation (c) not wanting to listen (d) ready to listen
(b) A secret place
(c) A comfortable situation SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
(d) A difficult situation Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'All ears', option (d)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III ready to listen gives suitable meaning. Other option are
not correct.
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'A tight corner', option
(d) A difficult situation gives suitable meaning. Other 26. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
options are not correct. given idiom.
At a snail's pace
20. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) carelessly (b) peacefully
given idiom.
(c) very slowly (d) rapidly
A long shot
(a) A perfect aim (b) Little chance of success SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
(c) Very profitable (d) A correct prediction Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'At a snail's pace' option
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II (c) very slowly gives suitable meaning. Other options
are not correct.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom. A long shot', option (b) 27. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
little chance of success gives suitable meaning other given idiom.
options are not correct. A bad egg
21. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) Someone who regularly makes mistakes
given idiom. (b) Someone who is dishonest and unreliable
A hair in the butter (c) Someone who doesn't like eggs
(a) A slippery road (d) Someone who likes to break eggs
(b) Easy to handle SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(c) Sinking in debt Ans. (b) : The above idiom, ‘a bad egg’ option (b)
(d) A challenging situation 'someone who is dishonest and unreliable' gives an
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I appropriate explanation. Other options have different
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'A hair in the butter', meaning.
option (d) 'A challenging situation' gives suitable 28. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
meaning. Other options are not correct. underlined idiom in the given sentence.]
22. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given Her success as a singer was a nine days'
idiom. wonder.
A snake in the grass (a) a proud achievement
(a) An unfortunate accident (b) eternal fame
(b) A hidden enemy (c) an impossible feat
(c) A sudden death (d) a short-lived sensation
(d) A good fortune SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (d) : The above idiom, “a nine days wonder”
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'A snake in the grass' option(d) a short-lived sensation gives an appropriate
option (b) 'A hidden enemy' gives suitable meaning. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
Other options are not correct. 29. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
underlined idiom in the given sentence.
23. Select the most appropriate meaning of the She felt like a fish out of water at her new job.
given idiom. (a) happy and free
A snake in the grass (b) uncomfortable and restless
(a) A deceitful person (b) A waealthy person (c) angry and hurt
(c) A timid person (d) A talkative person (d) comfortable and relaxed
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Ans. (b) : The above idiom, "like fish out of water" 35. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
option (b) 'uncomfortable and restless' gives an given idiom.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Actions speak louder than words
meaning. (a) what you do is more important than what you
say
30. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) take up a task that you cannot finish
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (c) look for solutions in the wrong place
The apple of discord among the brothers was (d) do something without planning
their father's mansion in the country. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) reason for quarrel (b) hopeful attention Ans. (a) : The above idiom/phrase ‘Action speak
(c) Sincere affection (d) Fruitful discussion Louder than words’ option (a) what you do is more
SSC CPO-SI 25/11/2020 (Shift II) important than what you 'say' gives an appropriate
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) explanation. Other options have different meaning.
Ans. (a) : The above idiom, ‘The apple of discord’ 36. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
option (a) reason for quarrel gives an appropriate underlined idiom in the given sentence.
explanation. Other options have different meaning. As the flood waters hit the coastal village,
31. Select the most appropriate meaning of the several families had a close shave.
given idiom. (a) a narrow escape
A bird's eye view (b) to have no livelihood
(a) a cursory look (b) a detailed study (c) to loss all possessions
(c) a prejudiced view (d) a personal view (d) nothing to eat
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : The above idiom, ‘A bird's eye view’ option Ans : (a) The above idiom/phrase "A close shave"
(a) 'a cursory look' gives an appropriate explanation. option (a) ‘A narrow escape’ gives an appropriate
Other options have different meaning. explanation, other options have different meaning.
32. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 37. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
underlined idiom in the given sentence. underlined idiom in the given sentence.
Throughout his speech the crowd was all ears. He is completely at sea about where to invest
(a) making a lot of noise his hard-earned money.
(a) confused (b) sure
(b) covering their ears (c) in shock (d) committed
(c) very attentive SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) talking loudly
Ans : (a) The above idiom/phrase "At sea" option (a)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) ‘confused’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
Ans : (c) The above idiom, "All ears" option for (c) options have different meaning.
'very attentive' gives an appropriate explanation. Other 38. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
options have different meaning. underlined idiom in the given sentence.
33. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Unless you are above board in your dealings,
underlined idiom in the given sentence. you will not be able to win the trust of your
Coming from an affluent family, she found clients.
herself a square peg in a round hole when she (a) smart and deceptive
married a poor farmer and moved to a small (b) bold and reckless
village. (c) honest and frank
(a) in a favorable actuation (d) exceptionally talented
(b) unhappy and regretful SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) a misfit in the environment Ans : (c) The above idiom/phrase 'Above board'-
(d) in a financial crisis option (c) ‘Honest and Frank’ gives an appropriate
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II) explanation. Other options have different meaning.
Ans : (c) The above idiom/Phrase ‘a square peg in a 39. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
round hole’ option (c) ‘a misfit in the environment’ give given idiom.
an appropriate explanation. Other options have different At the drop of a hat
meaning. (a) Instantly (b) Usually
(c) Frequently (d) Normally
34. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC MTS-07/08/2019(Shift-III)
given idiom. SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
At daggers drawn Ans : (a) The above idiom/phrase "At the drop of a hat"
(a) deceiving somebody (a) 'instantly' gives an appropriate meaning. Other
(b) bitterly hostile option have different meaning.
(c) friendly with each other 40. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(d) without hope given idiom.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I) Be an open book
Ans : (b) The above idiom/phrase 'At daggers drawn' (a) one about whom it is easy to know everything
(b) ‘bitterly hostile’ gives an appropriate explanation. (b) one who advises others to be frank and
Other options have different meaning. unsecretive
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(c) one who is fond of reading even when Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase 'As clear as mud'
travelling option (a) 'impossible to understand' gives an
(d) one who has written an examination without appropriate explanation. Other options have different
preparation meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
46. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans : (a) The above idiom/phrase ‘Be an open book’
option (a) one about whom it is easy to know everything given idiom.
gives appropriate meaning. Other options have different A piece of cake
meaning. (a) Something amusing (b) Something serious
41. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) Something difficult (d) Something easy
given idiom SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
at snail's pace Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "A piece of
(a) do something very carefully cake" option (d) 'something easy' gives an appropriate
(b) be very persistent explanation other options have different meaning.
(c) do something very slowly 47. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(d) keep your moves secret given idiom.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II) Add insult to injury
Ans : (c) The above idiom/phrase "At snail's Pace" (a) Hurt someone physically
option (c) do something very slowly gives an (b) Say words that are very offensive
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (c) Play a prank on someone
meaning. (d) Make a bad situation even worse.
42. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSCHSL (Shift-I) 06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
given idiom SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
at arm's length
(a) checking the length of fabric Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Add insult to
(b) as close as one can touch injury" option (d) 'make a bad situation even worse'
(c) avoiding too much closeness gives an appropriate meaning. Other options have
(d) using one's arm to measure length different meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I) 48. In the following question, out of the given four
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/Phrase 'At arm's length' alternatives, select the alternative which best
option (c) ‘avoiding too much closeness’ gives in expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
appropriate meaning. Other options have different A bone of contention.
meaning. (a) Strong and healthy bones
43. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) Tough man
given idiom (c) Cause of dispute
acid test (d) Peaceful thing
(a) a malicious way of taking revenge
(b) a test that shows how to harm someone SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I)
(c) proof that an attack has been made Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "A bone of
(d) definitive proof of truth or falsehood contention" option (c) 'Cause of dispute' gives an
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I) appropriate meaning. Other options have different
Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase “Acid test” option meaning.
(d) definitive proof of truth or falsehood gives an 49. In the following question, out of the four given
appropriate meaning. Other options have different options, select the alternative which means the
meaning. idiom / phrase.
44. Select the most appropriate meaning of the A child's play
given idiom. (a) Very innocent
As the crow flies (b) Very annoying
(a) to be uncertain (c) Something that is very easy
(b) a long winding path
(c) the shortest route (d) Very irritating
(d) to be directionless SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I) Ans : (c) For the above idiom ‘A child's play’ option
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "As the crow (c) something that is very easy gives an appropriate
flies" Option (c) 'the shortest route' gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have different meaning.
explanation. Other options have different meaning. 50. In the following question, out of the four given
45. Select the most appropriate meaning of the alternatives, select the alternatives which best
given idiom. express the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
As clear as mud A burning question
(a) impossible to understand (a) A lengthy question
(b) extremely dirty (b) An important question
(c) honest and legal (c) A useless question
(d) completely suitable for someone (d) An easy question
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b) : For the above Idiom/Phrase ‘A burning (a) An extremely awkward, clumsy person
Question’ means ‘An important question’. Thus, the (b) A very disciplined and systematic person
correct answer is option (b). (c) A brave person in a group of cowards
51. Select the meaning of the given idiom. (d) To be a rude and aggressive person
Be at your wits' end SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) To be overjoyed Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "A bull in a
(b) Careful thinking china shop" option (a) An extremely awkward, clumsy
(c) Be overwhelmed with problems person gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
(d) Do something confidently have different meaning.
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) 57. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Be at your wits given idiom.
A change of heart
end' option (c) be overwhelmed with problems gives (a) To have a heart transplant
an appropriate explanation. Other options have (b) To fail to fulfill a promise
different meaning. (c) To have a second opinion
52. Select the meaning of the given idiom. (d) A change in one's opinion
Apples and oranges. SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) Same things (b) Different things Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "A change of
(c) Fresh (d) Nutritious heart" option (d) A change in one's opinion gives an
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-III) appropriate explanation. Other option have different
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Apple and meaning.
oranges option (b) 'Different things' gives an 58. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
appropriate explanation. Other options have different given idiom.
meaning. A needle in a haystack
53. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) To be of minor importance
given idiom. (b) To be involved in unnecessary activity
As a matter of fact (c) To create a state of confusion
(a) Actually as it happens (d) Something that is very difficult to locate
(b) To seize a good opportunity SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) To forgive and forget Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase 'A needle in a
(d) just at the last moment haystack' option (d) 'something that is very difficult to
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I) locate' gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "As matter of have different meaning.
fact "Option (a) 'Actually as it happens' gives an 59. Select the meaning of the given idiom.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different All and sundry
meaning. (a) By all means (b) All eager
(c) All included (d) All in agreement
54. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
given idiom. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "All and sundry"
Above one's head option (c) 'All include' gives an appropriate
(a) Intimate and personal explanation other options have different meaning.
(b) Beyond one's understanding
(c) To be very tall 60. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(d) Overhead expenses given idiom.
As clear as a bell
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) To have a tinkling sound
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Above one's (b) At a very low price
head" option (b) 'beyond one's understanding' gives an (c) To get fooled
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (d) Readily understood
meaning. SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III)
55. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase 'As clear as a
given idiom. bell' option (d) ‘Readily understood’ gives an
A penny for your thoughts appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(a) Start something all over again meaning.
(b) Be glad to see someone leave 61. Select the meaning of the given idiom.
(c) Way of asking what someone is thinking A man of spirit is
(d) To make a bad situation worse (a) A spiritual person
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) (b) A unique person
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "A penny for (c) A very talented man
your thought" option (c) 'way of asking what someone (d) A very courageous man
is thinking' gives an appropriate explanation other SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-II)
options have different meaning. Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "A man of spirit
56. Select the most appropriate meaning of the is" option (d) A very courageous man gives an
given idiom. appropriate explanation. Other options have different
A bull in a china shop meaning.
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62. Select the option that means the same as the 66. Select the sentence that has the most
given idiom. appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A stone's throw away Bad blood
(a) Very far off (a) Sushant always gets in trouble for telling lies
(b) At a short distance but he never learns anything.
(c) Many miles away (b) The gangster had some bitter relations with a
(d) At a remote location local activist so he warned him to stay out of
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III) his business.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase 'A stone's throw (c) The doctor dropped the bad news to Ravi as
he was suffering from a serious disease.
away' option (b) At a short distance gives an
(d) She is so scared of cockroaches that she
appropriate explanation. Other options have different fainted when she saw them crawling near her
meaning. foot.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
B Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the above
given idiom 'Bad blood' is option (b) 'The gangster had
63. In the following question, out of the given four same bitter relation with a local activist so he warned
alternatives, select the alternative which best him to stay out of his business.'
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. Other option give different meanings.
blessing in disguise 67. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) Hear a good news after a long time given idiom.
(b) A misfortune that unexpectedly turns into It turns out to be a blessing in disguise.
good fortune (a) When things get better and better when least
(c) To have a dispute with someone expecting it
(d) To go from being very poor to being very (b) Has a very good effect on a situation or a
wealthy thing
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) (c) When a simple solution solves a problem very
well
Ans. (b) : The appropriate meaning of the above given
idiom ‘blessing in disguise’ is ‘A misfortune that (d) Has a good effect even though at first it
seemed it would be bad
unexpectedly turns into good fortune’.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III)
Other options give different meanings.
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate meaning of the given
64. Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom 'a blessing in disguise is option (d) 'Has a good
given idiom. effect even though at first it seemed it would be bad'.
Bear a grudge Other options give different meanings.
(a) To consider people with kindness and care 68. Select the sentence which gives the most
(b) To feel angry against somebody for a past appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
incident Bite the bullet
(c) To entertain the guests will utmost happiness (a) The children played in the park on a sunny
(d) To feel satisfied with the achievements day.
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV) (b) The chef prepared a delicious meal for the
guests.
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the given (c) Despite the pain, Sarah decided to go ahead
idiom 'Bear a grudge' is 'To feel angry against with the surgery.
somebody for a past incident'. The other options are not (d) Jack and Jill went up the hill to fetch a pail of
suitable. water.
65. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
given idiom. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom, 'Bite the bullet' option
Better the devil you know than the devil you (c) despite the pain, sarach decided to go ahead with the
don't. surgery gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
(a) Being cruel is better with known people. give different meaning.
(b) It is easier to be in a known bad situation that 69. Select the most appropriate idiom that can
being in an unkown worse situation. substitute the underlined segment in the given
(c) Do not trust unknown ans known devils. sentence.
(d) Being good is better with evil people. Vinay missed his flight but good luck came to
him from bad circumstances as the flight
SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III) crashed in the sea.
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the given (a) It was a tinker's curse
idiom– 'Better the devil you know than the devil you (b) It was a blessing and a curse
don't :- is 'It is easier to be in a known bad situation that (c) It was counting his blessings
being in an unknown worse situation', (d) It was a blessing in disguise
Hence options (b) is correct answer. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (d) : In the above sentence underlined idiom 'good 74. Select the most appropriate meaning of given
luck came to him from bad circumstances' option (d) It idiom.
was a "blessing in disguise" gives appropriate Burn your bridges
explanation. Other options give different meanings. (a) To have a fight
70. Select the most appropriate idiom for the (b) To disclose a secret
following statement. (c) To be puzzle
The manager was punished for his negligence (d) To eliminate the possibility of return or
in work. retreat
(a) Bid defiance (b) Bring to book
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) Burn one’s boats (d) Bolt from the blue
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : For the above Idiom, "Burn your bridges",
option (d) "To eliminate the possibility to return or
Ans. (b) : The suitable idiom for the statement 'The
manager was punished for his negligence in work would retreat". Other options are not correct.
be option (b) bring to book. Idiom, Bring to book means 75. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
to punish someone and make that person explain their given idiom.
behavior. Idioms given a options have below mentioned 'Blessing is disguise'
meanings – (a) A good deed rewards as a blessing
bid defiance – Defy and remain stubborn (b) Bad thing that turns out to be good
Burn one's boat – To cut oneself off from all chance of (c) A good thing introduced into your life as a
retreat blessing
Bolt from the blue – A sudden and unexpected event or
(d) Something that happens very rarely
piece of news.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
71. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, ''Blessing is disguise'' is
A piece of information received by word of option (b) ''Bad thing that turns out to be good'' gives an
mouth has no authenticity. appropriate explanation. Other options give different
(a) in spoken form meaning.
(b) in written form 76. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) through rumours given idiom.
(d) through an official order Between Scylla and Charybdis
SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV) (a) Winning a competition
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined Idiom, 'by word of (b) Choice between two pleasant alternatives
mouth'. Option (a) 'in spoken form' gives appropriate (c) Choice between two unpleasant alternatives
explanation. Other options give different meaning. (d) Dividing into equal shares
72. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II
given idiom.
Bite the bullet Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Between Scylla and
(a) To take a risk charybdis', option (c) 'Choice between two unpleasant
(b) To endure a painful situation alternatives' gives suitable meaning. Other options are
(c) To criticise someone harshly not correct.
(d) To enjoy something immensely 77. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II) given idiom :
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the above Blue blood
given idiom 'Bite the bullet' is option (b) 'To endure a (a) Noble birth (b) Rare sight
painful situation'. (c) Bad mood (d) Weak person
Other options give different meaning. SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
73. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Blue blood', option (a
given idiom. 'Noble birth' gives suitable meaning. Other options are
He brought his servant to book for breaking not correct.
the beautiful showpiece.
78. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) Scolded his servant
given idiom.
(b) Relieved his servant
(c) Rewarded his servant Big bucks
(d) Sent his servant away (a) A big loss (b) A big bucket
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I) (c) A big function (d) A lot of money
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate meaning of the above SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
given idiom 'brought his servant to book' is 'Scolded his Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Big bucks', option (d) A
servant'. lot of money' gives suitable meaning. Other options are
Other options give different meanings. not correct.
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79. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 84. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Back on one's feet Below the belt
(a) To support the losing side (a) Without any effort (b) Very quickly
(b) Relive previous moments (c) Cruel and unfair (d) Suspiciously
(c) Well or successful again SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
(d) Forced to begin something again Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Below the belt', option
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I (c) cruel and unfair' gives suitable meaning. Other
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom' Back on one's feet', options are not correct.
option (c) well or successful again' gives suitable 85. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
meaning other options are not correct. highlighted idiom.
80. Select the option that gives the most The youth involved in the accident escaped by
appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom. the skin of his teeth.
I am working on too many projects. I think (a) Always taking calculated decisions
I have bitten off more than I can chew. (b) Barely managed to escape
(a) To take on more than one can handle (c) Deficiency of funds
(b) To be happy to multitask (d) Very arrogant
(c) To find work dull SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
(d) Not able to finish work
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'By the skin of his teeth'
option (b) Barely managed to escape gives suitable
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Bitten off more then I meaning. Other options are not correct.
can chew' option (a) 'to take on more than one can
handle' gives suitable meaning. Other options are not 86. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
correct. given idiom.
Beat around the bush
81. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) To search for a lost thing in vain
given idiom.
(b) To avoid talking about what is important
Be hard up
(a) Find it very difficult to wake up early (c) To discuss minute details of something
(b) Have very little money (d) To hope for something that is unattainable
(c) Unable to calculate SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II
(d) Have difficulty in climbing stairs Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Beat around the bush',
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I option (b) To avoid talking about what is important'
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Be hard up' options (b) gives suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
Have very little money gives suitable meaning, other 87. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
options are not correct. given idiom.
82. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Break a leg
given idiom. (a) Work long hours
Back out (b) Wish someone bad luck
(a) To throw (b) To withdraw (c) Speak directly
(c) To explode (d) To enquire (d) Wish someone good luck
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Back out', option (b) To Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Break a leg', option (d)
withdraw gives suitable meaning. Other options are not wish someone good luck' gives suitable meaning. Other
correct. options are not correct.
83. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 88. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Blow your own trumpet Blow up
(a) Boast about one's own qualities (a) To stand upright
(b) Play on your instrument (b) To destroy by an explosion
(c) Keep away the dust from your instruments (c) To suffice
(d) Practise playing music (d) To live up greatly
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Blow your own Ans. (b) : for the above idiom 'Blow up', option (b) To
trumpet', option (a) Boast about one's own qualities' destroy by an explosion give suitable meaning. other
gives suitable meaning. Other options are not correct. options are not correct.
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89. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 95. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. underlined idiom in the given sentence.
Bury the hatchet There was no one in the team who could bell
(a) have enmity (b) make peace the cat and tell the producer the truth.
(c) start a conflict (d) continue a flight (a) tame some animals
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II (b) warn the owners
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, Bury the hatchet, option (c) do the impossible task
(b) 'make peace' gives suitable meaning. Other options (d) ring the bells regularly
are not correct. SSC GD-02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
90. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "bell the cat"
given idiom.
option (c) ‘do the impossible task’ gives an appropriate
bad blood explanation. other options have different meaning.
(a) ill feeling (b) poor quality
96. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) low status (d) hard luck
underlined idiom in the given sentence.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
My blood boils when I hear people abuse
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Bad blood', option (a) ill children.
feeling gives suitable meaning. Other options are not (a) to be very controlled
correct. (b) to be very concerned
91. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) to be very angry
given idiom. (d) to be very sensitive
bury the hatchet SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
(a) dig a grave (b) hide a treasure Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "blood boils"
(c) forget past quarrels (d) sow the seeds option (c) ‘to be very angry’ gives an appropriate
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II explanation. Other options have different meaning.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Bury the hatchet' option 97. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) forget past quarrels gives suitable meaning. Other following idiom.
options are not correct. Be in the eye of a storm
(a) Be in the middle of a difficult situation
92. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. (b) Be very worried due to something
Bang of the buck (c) Be caught in heavy rain
(a) A sorrowful heart (d) Be in conflict with many people
(b) Dash against something SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
(c) Less value for money Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase. "Be in the eye
(d) More value for money of a storm" option (a) ‘be in middle of a difficult
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) situation’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/Phase ‘Bang of the options have different meaning.
buck’ means ‘more value for money’. Thus, the correct 98. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
answer is option (d). given idiom.
93. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Bear the brunt of
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (a) bear the maximum fury
If the audit report shows anomalies, the finance (b) bear discrimination
manager will be brought to book. (c) breed jealousy
(a) given a promotion (b) held accountable (d) assume an identity
(c) supported fully (d) rewarded suitably SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Bear the brunt
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Brought the of "Option (a) ‘bear the maximum fury’ gives an
book" option (b) held accountable gives an appropriate appropriate explanation. Other options have different
explanation. Other options have different meaning. meaning.
94. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 99. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
underlined idiom in the given sentence. underlined idiom in the given sentence.
Information technology has developed by leaps Let us have all the regulations in black and
and bounds.
(a) at a rapid pace white.
(b) in far off places (a) painted in colour
(c) very gradually (b) printed in coloured ink
(d) through unfair means (c) written on the black board
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (d) in writing
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "by leaps and SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II)
bounds" option (a) ‘at a rapid pace’ gives an Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "in black and
appropriate explanation. Other options have different white" option (d) 'in writing' gives an appropriate
meaning. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
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100. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 105. Select the most appropriate of the given idiom.
underlined idiom in the given sentence. To blaze a trail
The boss is going to blow his top when he (a) to initiate something new
discovers the blatant mistake in the balance (b) to complete a project
(c) to act impulsively
sheet. (d) to set fire to something
(a) attack fiercely (b) dismiss from job SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) be very embarrassed (d) be very angry Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "to blaze a trail"
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II) option (a) ‘to initiate something new’ gives an
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "blow his top" appropriate expatiation. Other options have different
option(d) ‘to be very angry’ gives an appropriate meaning.
explanation. Other options have different meaning. 106. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
101. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
underlined Idiom in the given sentence. Please come to the point, don't beat around the
The heavy losses in business came like a bolt bush.
from the blue. (a) avoid the topic (b) hide behind a bush
(a) a thunderstorm (c) make excuses (d) accept defeat
(b) an unexpected disaster SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) a windfall Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "beat around the
(d) an ominous warning bush" option (a) ‘avoid the topic’ gives an appropriate
explanation. Other options have different meaning.
SSC CHSL –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL–10/07/2019 (Shift-I) 107. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) given idiom.
Be an old hat
Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "bolt from the (a) Be superstitious (b) Be outdated
blue" option (b) ‘an unexpected disaster’ gives an (c) Be crazy (d) Be foolish
appropriate explanation. Other options have different SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
meaning. Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "be an old hat"
102. Select the most appropriate meaning of the option (b) ‘be outdated’ gives an appropriate
given idiom. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
butterflies in the stomach 108. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) being excited (b) being nervous given idiom.
(c) being angry (d) being hungry To bark up the wrong tree
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-I) (a) to be wrong about the reason for something
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) (b) to bury money under a tree and forget the
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase " butterflies in place
the stomach" option (b) 'being nervous' gives an (c) to be mistaken about the name of a tree
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (d) to eat an unpalateble fruit by mistake
meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "To bark up the
103. Select the most appropriate meaning of the wrong tree" option (a) 'to be wrong about the reason for
given idiom. something' gives an appropriate explanation. Other
Bed of roses options have different meaning.
(a) An enjoyable state 109. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) A difficult situation given idiom.
(c) An unforgettable moment bite your tongue
(d) A state of perplexity (a) talk for a long time
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) (b) be impossible to be understood
Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "Bed of roses" (c) get bruises in the mouth
option (a) 'an enjoyable state' gives an appropriate (d) stop yourself from saying something
explanation. Other options have different meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
104. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "bite your
given idiom. tongue" option (d) ‘stop yourself from saying
Be left in the lurch something’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
(a) be sent to do work which one doesn't enjoy options have different meaning.
(b) keep repeating something till it is accepted 110. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) be tired of doing the same thing over and over underlined idiom in the given sentence.
again A lot of work has gone on behind the scenes for
(d) be deserted when one is in trouble the special event which is being planned next
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) week.
(a) To complete the arrangements
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Be left in the (b) In the theatre
lurch" option (d) deserted when one is in trouble gives (c) For spreading the news
an appropriate explanation. Other options have (d) Unknown to everyone
different meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d) For the above idiom/phrase "behind the (a) Go fishing and cause trouble
scenes" option (d) 'unknown to everyone' gives an (b) Between two great difficulties
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (c) Speaking sharply
meaning. (d) To begin working seriously
111. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-III)
given idiom. Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "Between the
Bite off more than one can chew devil and the deep sea" option (b) ‘Between two great
(a) To taste something while cooking difficulties’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
(b) To eat quickly and run away options have different meaning.
(c) To take on more than one can deal with 117. In the following question, out of the four given
(d) To cheat someone and get away alternatives, select the alternatives which best
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I) express the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Bite off more By hook or by crook
than one can chew" option (c) ‘to take on more than (a) Causing trouble to (b) By all means
one can deal with’ gives an appropriate explanation. (c) To flight against (d) To bear patiently
Other options have different meaning. SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-II)
112. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "By hook or by
underlined idiom in the given sentence. crook" option (b) ‘by all means’ gives an appropriate
The police was able to find the guilty but the explanation. Other options have different meaning.
big fish escaped. 118. In the following question, out of the given four
(a) main leaders (b) large-sized ones alternatives, select the alternative which best
(c) tall people (d) plum men expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) Birds of the same feather
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "The big fish" (a) People with a generous heart
option (a) ‘main leaders' gives an appropriate (b) To get into trouble together
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (c) To be in a totally helpless condition
113. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (d) People with similar character
given idiom. SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I)
In the blink of an eye Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Birds of the
(a) Something that is not real same feather" option (d) ‘people with similar
(b) Within a very short period of time character’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
(c) Within a very long period of time options have different meaning.
(d) Something that is unavoidable 119. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) given idiom.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "In the blink of Bend over backwards
an eye" option (b) 'within a very short period of time' (a) To express sudden shock
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have (b) To exert a lot of effort towards some end
different meaning. (c) To end all activities
114. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (d) to confess to a crime
given Idiom. SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Be behind the times Ans. (b) : For the above/phrase "Bend over
(a) Be old fashioned (b) Always dreaming backwards" option (b) ‘to exert a lot of efforts towards
(c) Be very old (d) Not be alert some end’ gives and appropriate explanation. Other
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I) options have different meaning.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "be behind the 120. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
times" option (a) ‘be old fashioned’ gives an given idiom
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Best thing since sliced bread
meaning. (a) To take on a task that is way too big
115. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) To present a counter argument
idiom. (c) To perform satisfactorily
Back in saddle (d) Most useful innovation in a long time
(a) Learn how to ride (b) Resume duty SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) Teach someone riding (d) Put a new saddle Ans. : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "Best thing since
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III) sliced bread" option (d) 'most useful innovation in a
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "back in saddle" long time' gives an appropriate explanation, other
options have different meaning.
option (b) ‘Resume duty’ gives an appropriate
121. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
explanation. Other options have different meaning.
given idiom.
116. In the following question, out of the four given By and large
options, select the option which means the best (a) All inclusive (b) By choice
of the idiom / phrase. (c) In general (d) In short
Between the devil and the deep sea SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "By and large" (a) Catching a tartar (b) Changing the hands
option (c) in general gives an appropriate explanation (c) Blazing the trail (d) Nipping in the bud
other options have different meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 03/08/2023 (Shift-II)
122. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : The most appropriate idiom for the above
given idiom. given situation is option (a ) 'Catching a tartar'.
Be on cloud nine Meaning or other idioms –
(a) To be in a state of extreme happiness Changing the hands – To go from one owner to another.
(b) To be able to climb higher
Blazing the trail – To be the first one to do something
(c) To dream of clouds
(d) To think about something unrealistically and to show others how to do it.
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II) Nipping in the bud – To destroy early.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/Phrase "Be on cloud 127. Select the option that is closest in meaning to
nine" option (a) To be in a state of extreme happiness the underlined idiom/phrase in the given
gives an appropriate explanation. Other have different sentence.
meaning. Please cut down on your expenses now or you
123. Select the option that means the same as the will face difficulties in the future.
given idiom. (a) raise (b) recover
To bury the hatchet (c) reduce (d) refuse
(a) To bury old utensils SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
(b) To bury an axe Ans. (c) : For the above underlined idiom 'cut down on'
(c) To make someone happy option (c) 'reduce' gives suitable meaning. Other options
(d) To make peace are not correct.
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "To bury the 128. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
hatchet" option (d) ‘to make peace’ gives an given idiom.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Crack up
meaning. (a) Grow old (b) Laugh out loud
124. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) Find fault (d) Become wise
given idiom. SSC Constable GD-10/12/2021 Shift-III
A blessing in disguise Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Crack up', option (b)
(a) A hidden misfortune (b) An apparent fortune Laugh out loud' gives suitable meaning other option are
(c) An apparent blessing (d) A hidden favour not correct.
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III) 129. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (d) : For the above Idiom/Phase ‘A blessing in given idiom.
disguise’ means ‘A hidden favour’. Thus the correct Come to blows
answer is option (d). (a) Insult someone
(b) Return a favour
C (c) Agree on a plan
(d) Get into a fight physically
125. Select the most appropriate option that can SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III
substitute the underlined words in the given
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Come to blows', option
sentence.
(d) Get into a fight physically gives suitable meaning.
The company is planning to cut back few Other options are not correct.
employees.
130. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) lay off some (b) reduce some
given idiom.
(c) lay down some (d) refuse some Cool as a cucumber
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) (a) Wise (b) Scared
Ans. (a) : The underlined words 'cut back few' will be (c) Calm (d) Lazy
substituted by option (a) lay off some. phrases verb 'Cut SSC Constable GD-16/11/2021 Shift-III
something back means to reduce something upto a Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Cool as cucumber',
particular amount . which can be substituted by 'lay off', option (c) 'Calm' gives suitable meaning. Other options
which means the act of ending a workers job sometimes are not correct.
temporarily, usually because there is not enough work
to do. 131. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Correct sentence given idiom.
The Company is planning to lay off some employees. Chicken hearted
126. Select the most appropriate idiom for the given (a) Visibly pleased (b) Slightly risky
(c) Readily available (d) Easily scared
situation.
Aurangzeb, the famous Mughal ruler, found SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II
that he had caught someone more powerful Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Chicken hearted', option
than him in the form of the brave Maratha, (d) 'Easily scared' gives suitable meaning. Other options
Shivaji. are not correct.
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132. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Cat's paw', option (a) A
given idiom. person used as a tool by another' gives suitable
Crocodile tears meaning, Other options are not correct.
(a) Hopeless situation
(b) Totally different 138. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) False tears highlighted idiom.
(d) Of less worth It was a Catch 22 situation for the manager.
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I (a) A positive outcome in a tough situation
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom "Crocodile tears' option (b) Hailed as the ultimate champion
(c) false tears gives suitable meaning. Other options are (c) Worthy successor to the throne
not correct. (d) A difficult situation in which the solution to a
133. Select the most appropriate meaning of the problem is impossible.
given idiom. SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
Change of heart Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Catch 22 situation,
(a) To narrowly escape disaster option (d) A difficult situation in which the solution to a
(b) An unfair attack problem is impossible gives suitable meaning. Other
(c) Different opinion about someone or options are not correct.
something
(d) Very similar in appearance 139. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
Chill out
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Change of heart', option (a) Eat spicy food (b) Feel very cold
(c) 'Different opinion above someone or something'
gives suitable meaning. Other options are not correct. (c) Relax completely (d) Become stiff
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
134. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. Ans. (c) : For the idiom 'Chill out', option (c) Relax
Chew the scenery completely, gives suitable meaning. Other options are
(a) To understate (b) To act overly emotional not correct.
(c) To beautify (d) To mismanage 140. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I given idiom.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Chew the scenery', Cross a bridge when you come to it
option (b) 'To act overly emotional gives suitable (a) know all the dangers and difficulties likely to
meaning other options are not correct. be faced and be prepared
135. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) deal with something when it happens, and not
given idiom. worry about it beforehand
Cake walk (c) use different strategies to cross a bridge safety
(a) Something tasty (b) Something sweet (d) plan to reach a place and then rest there
(c) Something easy (d) Something enjoyable SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Cross a bridge when
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom' 'Cake walk', option (c) you come to it', option (b) deal with something, gives
'Something easy' gives suitable meaning. Other options suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
are not correct.
136. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 141. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Cool as a cucumber cut a sorry figure
(a) Calm and composed (a) render an apology
(b) Irritated and annoyed (b) make a sculpture
(c) Happy and excited (c) create a poor impression
(d) Nervous and fidgety
(d) break a record
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'cool as a cucumber', SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
option (a) calm and composed gives suitable meaning. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Cut a sorry figure',
other options are not correct. option (c) create a poor impression, gives suitable
137. Select the most appropriate meaning of the meaning. Other options are not correct.
given idiom. 142. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
cat’s paw given idiom.
(a) A person used as a tool by another Cook the book.
(b) To attack someone (a) To falsify financial records
(c) Move at a fast pace (b) To be a good writer
(c) To write books on cooking
(d) The most important attribute (d) To be a good editor
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Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Cook the book Ans. (a) : For the above idiom "call the shots" option
option (a) ‘To falsify financial records’ gives an (a) ‘to be in control’ gives an appropriate explanation.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Other options have different meaning.
meaning. 148. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
143. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
given idiom . Call on
To cut a long story short (a) step out (b) telephone
(a) Tell something briefly (c) announce (d) visit
(b) Like to tell long stories SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) Like to tell short stories Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "call on" option
(d) Tell something in a roundabout way (d) ‘visit’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) option have different meaning.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To cut a long 149. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
story short" option (a) ‘Tell something briefly’ gives an underlined idiom in the given sentence.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different The loyal watchman was cut to the quick when
meaning. he was accused of theft.
144. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) dismissed (b) imprisoned
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (c) severely punished (d) hurt intensely
His comments cast a slur upon the integrity of SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
his manager. Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "cut to the quick"
(a) praised (b) redeemed option (d) ‘Hurt intensely’ gives an appropriate
(c) damaged (d) improved explanation. Other options have different meaning.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
150. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom "Cast a slur upon"
option (c) ‘damaged’ gives an appropriate explanation given idiom.
other option have different meaning. Couch potato
(a) a person who sleeps all day
145. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) a person who watches too much television
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (c) a person who remains relaxed and calm
The threat of the pandemic is not just a cry in (d) a person who is simple in nature
the wilderness. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) – 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
(a) spreading rumours SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(b) tears of sorrow
(c) an unheeded warning Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "Couch potato"
(d) mourning for the loss option (b) ‘a person who watches too much television’
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
different meaning.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom "a cry in the
wilderness" option (c) ‘an unheeded warning’ gives an 151. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
appropriate explanation. Other options have different given idiom.
meaning. costs an arm and a leg
(a) rarely available (b) easy to obtain
146. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) nothing to lose (d) very expensive
underlined idiom in the given sentence. SSC CHSL (Tier-I)20/10/2020
You must have a concrete project and not build SSC CHSL – 16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
castles in the air if you want to submit an SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
application for a loan.
(a) make unfaithful friends Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "Costs an arm and
(b) talk irresponsibly a leg" option (d) ‘very expensive’ gives an appropriate
(c) have unrealistic ideas explanation other options have different meaning.
(d) make unplanned buildings 152. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CPO – SI 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) given idiom.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Come rain or shine
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom "build castle in the air" (a) in bad weather (b) in the monsoon
option (c) ‘have unrealistic ideas’ gives an appropriate (c) when it does not rain (d) whatever happens
explanation. Other options have different meaning. SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
147. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
underlined idiom in the given sentence. Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "come rain and
In our office it is the Chief Accountant who shine" option (d) ‘whatever happens’ gives an
calls the shots. appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(a) to be in control meaning.
(b) one who keeps the secrets 153. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) to be rational underlined idiom in the sentence.
(d) to be aggressive All those who carried the day in reality shows
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I) failed to make a mark later.
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(a) won a victory 159. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) made a guest appearance underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(c) participated To restart his cash-strapped company he
(d) acted as hosts decided to apply for a bank loan.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) (a) expanding (b) impoverished
Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "Carried the day" (c) improving (d) expensive
option (a) ‘won a victory’ gives an appropriate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I)
explanation Other options have different meaning.
154. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Cash strapped"
given idiom. option (b) ‘impoverished’ gives an appropriate
The crux of the matter explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(a) The unknown point 160. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) The lesser issue underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(c) The critical point When they read about the proposed strike of
(d) The interesting thing buses they said, “We’ll cross that bridge when
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I) we come to it.”
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "the crux of the (a) Prevent them (b) Call them for talks
matter" option (c) ‘The critical point’ gives an (c) Solve the problem (d) Cancel our plans
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-III)
155. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Cross the bridge"
given idiom. option (c) ‘solve the problem’ gives an appropriate
Come hell or high water. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(a) Not ready to go on adventures 161. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) Tired of all kinds of dangers given idiom.
(c) In spite of any obstacles Cut to the chase
(d) Afraid of the challenges (a) Talking about the important point and leaving
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) out the detail
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Come hell or (b) Sleeping long hours and spoiling the health
high water" option (c) ‘in spite of any obstacles’ gives (c) Cutting long pieces and spoiling the dish cooked
an appropriate explanation. Other options have
different meaning. (d) Stopping unexpectedly and missing the chase
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
156. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "cut to the
Call a spade a spade chase" option (a) ‘talking about the important point
(a) Say things that are untrue and painful and leaving out the detail’ gives an appropriate
(b) Say the truth about something, even if it is not explanation. Other options have different meaning.
pleasant 162. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) Plan to attack someone with rude words given idiom.
(d) Lash out unkindly at someone for no reason Come rain or shine
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(a) under any circumstances
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Call a spade a (b) in favorable conditions
spade" option (b) ‘say the truth above something, even if
it is not pleasant’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other (c) in difficult situations
options have different meaning. (d) during bad weather
157. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
given idiom. Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Come Rain or
Cool it shine" option (a) ‘under any circumstances’ gives an
(a) To be angry (b) To be nervous appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(c) To relax (d) To wait meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) 163. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Cool it" option given idiom.
(c) ‘to relax’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other Cup of tea
options have different meaning.
(a) something that pleases one
158. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) A feeling of elation
given idiom.
Chill out (c) A useless search
(a) To calm down (b) To be angry (d) Something refreshing
(c) To be nervous (d) To fight SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "cup of tea"
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, "Chill out" option (a) option (a) ‘something that pleases one’ gives an
‘To calm down’ gives an appropriate explanation. appropriate explanation. Other options have different
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164. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 170. Select the meaning of the given idiom.
given idiom. Chip off the old block
Cut one short (a) Resembling parents
(a) To chop something (b) Having interest in antique furniture
(b) To interrupt someone (c) Having old fashioned values
(c) To act quickly (d) Looking after parents
(d) To be rude SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "chip off the old
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "cut one short" block" option (a) ‘Resembling parents’ gives an
option (b) ‘To interrupt someone’ gives an appropriate appropriate explanation. Other options have different
explanation. Other options have different meaning. meaning.
165. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 171. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Come to light Cutting corners
(a) To be well lit-up (b) To be obscure (a) Spending too much money
(c) To be known publicly (d) To pry a secret (b) Saving money
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-II) (c) Making money
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Come to light" (d) Lending money
option (c) ‘to be known publicly’ gives an appropriate SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-III)
explanation. Other options have different meaning. Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "cutting corner"
166. In the following question, out of the given four option (b) ‘saving money’ gives an appropriate
alternatives, select the alternative which best explanation. Other options have different meaning.
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
Cat's whiskers
(a) A very easy matter D
(b) To be highly impressive
172. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) To be very determined
(d) Difficult to understand given idiom.
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-I) Devil’s advocate
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Cat's whiskers" (a) One who is very precise and accurate
option (b) ‘to be highly impressive’ gives an (b) One who presents very logical arguments
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (c) One who never argues
meaning. (d) One who takes an opposing position for the
167. Select the most appropriate meaning of the sake of argument
given idiom SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
Cut the mustard Ans. (d) : The most appropriate idiom of the above
(a) To be pessimistic (b) To succeed word 'Devil's advocate' is 'one who takes an opposing
(c) To take shortcuts (d) To be angry position for the sake of argument.'
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-III) other options give different meaning.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Cut the
mustard" option (b) ‘to succeed’ gives an appropriate 173. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
explanation. Other options have different meaning. given idiom.
168. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Drag one's feet
given idiom. (a) Do something deliberately at a slow pace
Child's play (b) Have a disability in the feet
(a) Something delightful (b) Something amusing (c) Be hurt badly on the foot
(c) Something easy (d) Something risky (d) Find it difficult to walk fast
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "child's pay"
option (c) ‘something easy’ gives an appropriate Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Drag one's feet', option
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (a) Do something deliberately at a slow pace' gives
suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
169. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. 174. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Cry over spilt milk given idiom.
(a) cry too much over a petty issue Drop names
(b) regret about something that happened and (a) Delets someone's name from a list
cannot be changed (b) Name famous people to impress others
(c) unnecessarily worry about the future (c) Show disrespect to someone's name
(d) complain about being forced to drink milk (d) Assume a false name
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "cry over spilt SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
milk option (b) ‘regret about something that happened Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Drop names', option (b)
and cannot be changed’ gives an appropriate 'name famous people to impress others' gives suitable
explanation. Other options have different meaning. meaning. Other options are not correct.

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175. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) Jogging in a park
given idiom. (b) Running without shoes
Draw first blood (c) Rehearsal of an event
(a) Be the first to gain an advantage or score (d) Running in a desert
against an opponent SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
(b) Be the first to donate blood to help a friend
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Dry run', option
(c) Agree to accompany someone for the Rehearsal of an event, gives suitable meaning. Other
diagnosis of an illness options are not correct.
(d) Take a blood test early in the morning
181. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II given idiom.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Draw first blood', To drag one's feet
option (a) Be the first to gain an advantage or score (a) to walk unsteadily
against an opponent gives suitable meaning. Other (b) To walk with a limp
options are not correct. (c) To delay taking a decision
176. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (d) to pull someone's legs
given idiom. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I)
Down in the mouth Ans. (c) : For the above idiom "To drag one's feet
(a) To be angry (b) To be depressed option (c) ‘To delay taking a decision’ gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(c) To feel hungry (d) To be happy
meaning.
SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
182. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Down in the mouth' given idiom.
option (b) 'to be depressed' gives suitable meaning. Draw the line at something
Other options are not correct. (a) Coming to a conclusion
177. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) Agreeing to an idea
given idiom. (c) Making pencil sketches
(d) Accept something up to particular point
Draw the line
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) To accept someone's idea
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom, "Draw the line at
(b) To give a second chance something" option(d) ‘accept something up to particular
(c) To move on from a past relationship point’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
(d) To set a limit on something have different meaning.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I 183. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (d): For the above idiom 'Draw the line', options given idiom.
(d) To set a limit on something gives suitable meaning. A dry run
Other options are not correct. (a) a poor harvest (b) a rehearsal
(c) a slow run (d) a run on dry ground
178. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
given idiom.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "A dry run"
Dark horse option (b) ‘a rehearsal’ gives an appropriate
(a) A mean person explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(b) A slow runner 184. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) An unexpected winner underlined idiom in the sentence.
(d) An honest fellow The aged man preferred to die in harness than
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I lead a rusted life.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Dark horse' options (c) (a) to keep one's belongings safe
an unexpected winner gives suitable meaning. Other (b) to lead a life of comfort
options are not correct. (c) to live in perpetual slavery
(d) to continue occupation till death
179. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
given idiom. Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "Die in harness
Donkey's years option (d) ‘to continue occupation till death’ gives an
(a) Leisure time (b) Bad time appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(c) Long time (d) Good time meaning.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I 185. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Donkey's years', option given idiom.
(c) Long time' gives suitable meaning. Other options are A dark horse
not correct. (a) a well kept secret
(b) an unknown genius
180. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) a horse of a fine breed
given idiom. (d) an expected outcome
Dry run SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "A dark horse"Ans. (c) : The most appropriate idiom for the above
option (b) ‘An unknown genius’ gives an appropriate statement 'One who hurries up always gets the best 'is '
explanation. Other options have different meaning. early bird catches the worm'.
186. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Other options give different meanings.
given idiom 191. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
draw a blank given idiom.
(a) be lucky in a game Easier said than done
(b) be unable to sketch (a) Not as difficult as it appears to be
(c) be happy about something
(b) Not as moderate as it appears to be
(d) be unsuccessful
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) Not as restricted as it appears to be
Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "Draw a blank" (d) Not as easy as it appears to be
option (d) ‘be unsuccessful’ gives an appropriate SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
explanation. Other options have different meaning. Ans. (d) : The most appropriate meaning of the above
187. Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom 'Easier said than done' is 'Not as easy as it
given idiom. appears to be;
Dance to someone's tune Other options give different meanings.
(a) argue with others on petty matters 192. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) delay in making a decision given idiom.
(c) do what others want you to do Eagle eye
(d) be engaged in an energetic activity (a) An eye full of curiosity
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III) (b) An eye with sharp visual powers
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "Dance to (c) An eye full of suspicion
someone's tune" option (c) ‘do what others want you to (d) An eye with sense of admiration
do’ gives an appropriate explanation other options have SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
different meaning.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Eagle eye', option (b)
188. Select the most appropriate meaning of the An eye with sharp visual powers, gives suitable
underlined idiom in the given sentence. meaning. other options are not correct.
We enjoyed watching the film, because it was
193. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
down-to-earth depiction of modern life.
(a) pleasing and entertaining given idiom.
(b) practical and direct Egg on
(a) continue (b) agree
(c) fanciful and dreamlike
(c) encourage (d) quarrel
(d) short and meaningful
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Egg on" option
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phase "down to earth"
(c) ‘encourage’ gives an appropriate explanation.
option (b) ‘practical and direct’ gives an appropriate
Options have different meaning.
explanation. Other options have different meaning.
194. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
189. In the following question out of the four given
given idiom.
alternatives select the alternative which best
Eat humble pie
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/phrase.
(a) Make noise while eating
To doctor the accounts
(b) Eat something which is not tasty
(a) Very costly treatment
(c) Eat less food
(b) To manipulate the accounts
(d) Admit that you are wrong
(c) High class treatment
(d) Auditing of accounts SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom, "Eat humble pie"
Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "doctor the
option (d) 'Admit that you are wrong' gives an
accounts" option (b) ‘to manipulate the accounts’ gives
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
an appropriate explanation. Other options have different
meaning.
meaning.
195. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
E Every cloud has a silver lining
190. Select the most appropriate idiom for the given (a) Something irritating is there in any joyous
statement. situation
One who hurries up always gets the best. (b) Something disheartening is there in any
happy situation
(a) Brevity is the soul of wit. (c) Something interesting is there in any colorful
(b) Forewarned is forearmed. situation
(c) early bird catches the worm. (d) Something promising is there in any joyous
(d) His bark is worse than his bite. situation
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Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Every cloud has (a) A person out of accustomed environment
a silver lining" option (d) ‘something promising is (b) To kill somebody
there in any joyous situation’ gives an appropriate (c) To criticize someone
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (d) A dead person
196. In the following question, out of the given four SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
alternatives, select the alternative which best Ans. (a) : For the above Idiom, "A fish out of water"
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. option (a) "A person out of accustomed environment"
To end in smoke. gives an appropriate explanation. Other options give
(a) To do one's duty well different meaning.
(b) To not agree to something
(c) To be the cause of a quarrel 201. Select the idiom that gives the most
(d) To come to nothing appropriate meaning of the underlined phrase
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) in the following sentence.
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II) I finally understood how to operate the new
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "to end in smart television.
smoke" option (d) ‘to come to nothing’ gives an (a) Don’t know (b) Figured out
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (c) Hit the sack (d) Cast aside
meaning. SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
197. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (b) : For the above sentence the underlined word
given idiom. 'finally understood' option (b) 'figure out' is appropriate
Eye wash
Idioms/Phrase. Other options give different meaning.
(a) A problem (b) A fact
(c) A solution (d) A deception 202. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II) given idiom.
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Eye wash" Full steam ahead
option (d) ‘A deception’ gives an appropriate (a) Miss the train before reaching
explanation other options have different meaning. (b) Make a train journey
(c) Move onward with determination
F (d) Move very noisily
198. Select the most appreciate meaning of the SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
idiom in bold in the given sentence. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'full steam ahead', option
Because the shop is closing down, most of the (c) 'Move onward with determination' gives suitable
stock is going for a song. meaning. Other options are not correct.
(a) Incredibly expensive
203. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) Incredibly inexpensive given idiom.
(c) Something that is soothing to your ears
Feel at sea
(d) Receive punishment
(a) To travel always by sea
SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
(b) To experience sea for the first time
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the given
(c) To feel exhausted
idiom 'For a song' means 'Incredibly inexpensive'.
(d) To feel lost or confused
199. Selec the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
Face the music Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Feel at sea', option (d)
(a) Music for peace and health to feel lost or confused' gives suitable meaning. Other
options are not correct.
(b) to face the unpleasant consequences of one's
actions 204. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) Listening to melodies from music albums underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(d) Dance according to the tune He is foaming at the mouth about the
committee's decision.
SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
(a) To be enraged and show it
Ans. (b) : 'To face the unpleasant consequences of
(b) to cause damage to someone
one's action' is the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom 'Face the music'. (c) to not recognize something good
The other options give different meaning. (d) to be upset about something that happened in
Hence option (b) is correct answer. the past
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
200. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the alternative which best Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'foaming at the mouth',
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. option (a) 'To be enraged and show it' gives suitable
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205. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase, "Foot the bill"
given idiom. option (c) ‘pay for everything’ gives an appropriate
Foul play explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(a) Unfair or dishonest behavior 211. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) A drama which is badly produced underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(c) Unpleasant weather for playing Many people join politics to feather their own
(d) A bad smelling theatre or playground nest.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I (a) make others' life comfortable
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'foul play', option (a) (b) promote their own interest
unfair or dishonest behaviors' gives suitable meaning. (c) utilize black money
Other options are not correct. (d) serve their country
206. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
given idiom : SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I)
fight shy of Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "Feather their
own nest" option (b) ‘promote their own interest’ gives
(a) to invite (b) to avoid
an appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(c) to challenge (d) to perform meaning.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II 212. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Fight shy of', option (b) underlined idiom in the sentence.
to avoid gives suitable meaning. Other options are not My brother has decided to settle in Mumbai for
correct. good.
207. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) forever
given idiom. (b) for new opportunities
forty winks (c) for a while
(a) a worthless object (b) a hot day (d) for better income
(c) a short nap (d) a brief statement SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "For good" option
(a) ‘forever’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Forty winks' option (c) options have different meaning.
'a short nap' gives suitable meaning. Other option are 213. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
not correct. underlined idiom in the sentence.
208. Select the most appropriate meaning of the In spite of the high sounding words, his speech
given idiom. fell flat on the audience.
Feel at sea (a) could not be heard clearly
(a) Feel angry (b) appealed to the sentiments of the audience
(b) Feel comfortable while travelling by water (c) failed to make an impact
(c) Feel seasick (d) impressed a lot
(d) Feel lost or confused SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "Fell flat option
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom, "Feel at sea" option(d) (c) ‘failed to make an impact’ gives an appropriate
‘feel lost or confused’ gives an appropriate explanation. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
Other options have different meaning. 214. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
209. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
given idiom. Four corners of the earth
Full of beans (a) from the very beginning
(a) Full of energy (b) from morning till night
(b) A dish made of French beans (c) from all parts of the world
(c) Full of cowardice (d) from beginning to end
(d) A storeroom full of vegetables SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "Four corners of
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, Full of beans "option (a) the earth" option (c) ‘from all parts of the world’ gives
‘full of energy’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other an appropriate explanation other options have different
options have different meaning.
meaning.
210. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
underlined idiom in the given sentence. 215. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
It was quite a shock for Raju to have to foot the given idiom.
bill for all his friends. Full of sound and fury
(a) prepare everything they wanted (a) Merely loud end angry words but ineffective
(b) kick away the paper bill (b) A fiery and effective speaker
(c) pay for everything (c) Someone who gets angry very quickly
(d) pick up the bill from the floor (d) An angry and unruly mob
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Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Full of sound 221. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
and fury" option (a) “merely loud and angry words but given idiom.
ineffective" gives an appropriate explanation. Other Forty winks
options have different meaning. (a) A short nap during the day
216. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) To blink repeatedly
given idiom. (c) To keep awake
Flying off the handle (d) A sound sleep at night
(a) suddenly becoming enraged SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(b) day dreaming Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "forty winks
(c) having ideas option (a) ‘A short nap during the day’ gives an
(d) flying away being launched from a handle appropriate explanation. Other option have different
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III) meaning.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "flying of the 222. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
handle" option (a) ‘suddenly becoming enraged’ gives an given idiom.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Far cry from
meaning. (a) To be very different from
217. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) To be sad about past things
given idiom. (c) To be away from dear ones
Falling head over heels (d) To cry over small things
(a) Feeling deep sympathy to the needy SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(b) Finding fault with others Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "far cry home"
(c) Falling deeply in love with someone option (a) ‘To be very different from’ gives an
(d) Fixing models without proper analysis appropriate explanation, other options have different
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) meaning.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Falling head 223. Select the meaning of the given idiom.
over heels" option (c) ‘falling deeply in love with Fair's fair
someone’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other (a) Fair complexion (b) Just treatment
options have different meaning. (c) Disappointed (d) White supremacy
218. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III)
given idiom. Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "fair's fair"
Fit as a fiddle option (b) ‘just treatment’ gives an appropriate
(a) Playing a musical instrument explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(b) Healthy and strong
(c) Of the right size
(d) Singing happily G
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II)
224. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "fit as fiddle" given idiom.
option (b) ‘healthy and strong’ gives an appropriate
explanation. Other options have different meaning. Get down to brass tacks
219. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) Compromise, cooperation between people
given idiom. (b) To become serious about something
To feel at home (c) Get fired from the job
(a) To feel comfortable (d) To be ready
(b) To miss one's home SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) To feel out of place
(d) To be rarely at home Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the given
SSC MTS – 05/08/2019 (Shift-III) idiom get down to brass tacks is 'To become serious
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To feel at about something'. other options are not correct.
home" option (a) ‘To feel comfortable’ gives an Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
225. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
meaning.
underlined idiom in the given sentence.
220. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. It is hard to believe that many smokers did't go
Feel a bit under the weather cold turkey even after they got lung cancer.
(a) To be unappreciated (a) Losing sensory inputs
(b) To feel sick or unhealthy (b) Dead
(c) To be happy (c) Quite addictive or dangerous behavior
(d) To be calm and patient
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I) (d) Withered
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Feel a bit SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II)
under the weather" option (b) ‘to fell sick or Ans. (c) : The most appropriate meaning of the
unhealthy’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other underlined idiom 'go cold turkey' is 'Quite addictive or
options have different meaning. dangerous behavior'. Other options are not suitable.
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226. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : Gift of the gab – (Able to Speak easily and
given idiom. confidently and to persuade people.) will be the most
Gate-crasher appropriate for the underlined segment 'the art of
(a) Thick grass speaking' given in the above mentioned sentence.
(b) A person who enters an event without any Meaning of other idioms given as option–
invitation Hope against hope – cling to a mere possibility/ Hope
(c) A blind person with little reason or justification
(d) A cobra that lives in gardens An acid tongue – Bitingly critical or sarcastic
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV) A lick of paint – A refurbishment of something's
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the given aesthetic appearance.
idiom, 'Gate-crasher' is 'A person who enters an event 231. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
without any invitation'. The other options are not given idiom.
suitable. Games is up
227. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) New scheme has been launched
given idiom. (b) Game is over and winner declared
Go back to the drawing board (c) Deception is at an end
(a) Start over (d) Plan has been executed
(b) Mediate a task SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
(c) Accomplish a task Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Games is up' option (c)
(d) Leave a work unfinished Deception is at an end gives suitable meaning. Other
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) options are not correct.
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate meaning of the given 232. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
idiom 'Go back to the drawing board' is 'start over. given idiom.
Other options give different meaning. Get out of hand
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). (a) Work hard (b) Slow down
228. Choose the most appropriate meaning of the (c) Lose control (d) Calm down
underlined phrase. SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
His voice gets on my nerves. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Get out of hand', option
(a) Makes me ill (c) 'lose control' gives suitable meaning. Other options
are not correct.
(b) Makes me sad
(c) Irritates me 233. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
(d) Pierces my eardrums Gift of the gab
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II) (a) Ability to draw sketches
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate meaning of the (b) Ability to speak in a sarcastic tone
underlined phrase 'gets on my nervier' is ' irritates me' It (c) Ability to speak confidently and clearly
means 'something is irritating, annoying or causing (d) Ability to please others
frustration to the person. Other option give different SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III
meaning. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Gift of the Gab', option
229. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) Ability to speak confidently and clearly' gives
given idiom. suitable meaning. Other option are not correct.
Get up on the wrong side of the bed 234. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) Someone who is having a good day given idiom.
(b) Go to bed or go to sleep Get the axe
(c) Destroy or ruin a plan (a) Relaxed job (b) Lose the job
(d) Someone who is having a horrible day (c) Get the job (d) Burdened job
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate meaning of the above
given idiom 'Get up on the wrong side of the bed' is Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Get the axe' option (b)
'Someone who is having a Horrible day.' 'Lose the job' gives suitable meaning. Other options are
Other options give different meaning. not correct.
230. Select the most appropriate idiom for the 235. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
underlined segment in the following sentence.
Get your act together
Meera is not qualified much but has the art of (a) start taking action slowly
speaking. (b) organize your work in a better way
(a) Gift of the gab (b) Hope against hope (c) decide to put on an act of innocence
(c) An acid tongue (d) A lick of paint (d) take up a career in acting
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Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Get your act together', Ans. (d) For the above idiom/phrases ‘Give it a whirl’
option (b) 'organize your work in a better way' is correct ,means ‘to try out something’ thus the correct answer is
explanation. Other options are not correct. option (d).
236. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 241. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given diom. given idiom.
A good turn Give a hand
(a) A lucky chance (a) assist (b) encourage
(b) A great opportunity (c) donate an organ (d) clap hands
(c) A helpful act SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(d) A pleasant experience Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Give a hand"
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I) option (a) ‘Assist’ gives an appropriate explanation.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "A good Turn" Other options have different meaning.
option (c) ‘A helpful act’ gives an appropriate 242. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
explanation. Other options have different meaning. given idiom.
237. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Grin from ear to ear
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (a) to make funny faces
My neighbour's son is very mischievous and (b) to have very sharp ears
always getting in everyone's hair. (c) to ridicule someone
(a) Throwing things at them (d) to smile a lot because of happiness
(b) Pulling their hair SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) Entertaining them
(d) Annoying them Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase 'Grin from ear
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) to ear' option (d) ‘to smile a lot because of happiness’
gives an appropriate explanation other options have
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom "getting in everyone's different meaning.
hair" option (d) 'Annoying them' gives an appropriate
explanation other options have different meaning. 243. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
238. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Get your money's worth
underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(a) to get something of poor quality for free
My aunt has the gift of the gab and can
socialize in any group. (b) to be cheated in a purchase
(a) ability to cook well (c) to buy something very expensive
(b) ability to criticize anyone (d) to pay and get something of good value
(c) ability to spend time anywhere SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(d) ability to speak eloquently Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Get your
money's worth" option (d) ‘to pay and get something of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 05/07/2019 good value’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/08/2021 (Shift-I) options have different meaning.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) 244. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "gift of the gab" underlined idiom in the given sentence.
option (d) ‘ability to speak eloquently’ Gives an Mrs. Arora has got the green light from the
appropriate explanation. Other options have different principal to organics a science conference in
meaning. the college.
239. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) Got fired for doing something
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (b) Got permission to go ahead with something
I told you not to play the prank but you (c) Got the work started
didn’t listen, now face the music. (d) Got energy and motivation to do something
(a) accept the blame (b) put on earphones
(c) listen to the songs (d) sing popular songs SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 05/07/2019 Shift-III Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "got the green
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) light" option (b) ‘got permission to go ahead with
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Face the something’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
music" option (a) ‘accept the blame’ gives an options have different meaning.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different 245. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
meaning. underlined idiom in the sentence.
240. In the following question, out of the given four 'The situation is getting out of hand' the
alternatives, select the alternative which best manager said to us.
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. (a) going to be handled soon
Give it a whirl
(a) To be engaged in cheating (b) not in control anymore
(b) To completely destroy something (c) can be passed on to someone else
(c) Attach or criticize someone (d) not growing fast enough
(d) To try out something SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase ‘getting out of Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Get something
hand’. option (b) ‘not in control anymore’ gives an off your chest" option (c) ‘express something that has
appropriate explanation. Other options have different been worrying you and you want to say’ gives an
meaning. appropriate explanation.
246. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 251. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Go down in flames Go off at a tangent
(a) crash land an Aeroplane (a) go on at great length
(b) fail completely (b) Change the subject immediately
(c) get completely burnt (c) Become boisterous
(d) get hit by a burning cracker (d) Forget things in between
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Go down in Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Go off at a
flames" option (a) ‘crash land an aeroplane’ gives an tangent" option (b) ‘change the subject immediately’
appropriate explanation. Other options have different gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
meaning. different meaning.
247. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 252. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. underlined idiom in the given sentence.
GREEN THUMB It took Rohan a long time to get the hang of the
(a) to have talent in gardening machine in the new factory.
(b) to have talent in painting (a) Clear and dry
(c) to be angry (b) Bring someone to run
(d) to be envious (c) Learn how to use
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II) (d) Put up safely
Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "Green thumb" SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II)
option (a) ‘to have talent in gardening’ gives an Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Get the hang of"
appropriate explanation other options have different option (c) ‘learn how to use’ gives an appropriate
meaning. explanation other options have different meaning.
248. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 253. In the following question, out of the given four
given idiom. alternatives, select the one which best expresses
To grease the palm the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
(a) to give support (b) to bribe someone To get into hot waters
(c) to cheat someone (d) to give a massage (a) To influence
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III) (b) To get into difficulties
Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "To grease the (c) To became too excited
palm" option (b) ‘to bribe’ someone gives an (d) To give a correct decision
appropriate explanation. Other options have different SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-I)
meaning. Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "To get into hot
249. Select the most appropriate meaning of the waters" option (b) ‘to get into difficulties’ gives an
given idiom. appropriate explanation. Other options have different
Going over one's head meaning.
(a) unable to take a decision 254. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) beyond one's capacity to understand given idiom.
(c) unable to function as one used to Be glad to see the back of
(d) something one didn't expect (a) To avoid someone
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) (b) To be happy when a person leaves
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Going over (c) To be happy to receive guests
one's head option (b) ‘beyond one's capacity to (d) To support someone
understand’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
options have different meaning.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "be glad to see
250. Select the most appropriate meaning of the the back of" option (b) ‘to be happy when a person
given idiom. leaves’ gives an appropriate explanation other options
Get something off your chest have different meaning.
(a) Remove something from you as it is troubling
you a lot 255. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) Have difficulty in doing something that is given idiom.
quite easy Go getter
(c) Express something that has been worrying (a) A real achiever
you, and you want to say (b) One who does the right thing
(d) Tell people some good news that you know (c) One who runs away
and you want to share (d) A greedy person
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Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Go getter"
option (a) ‘a real achiever or someone who is energetic H
and works’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
options have different meaning. 261. In the following question, out of the given four
256. Select the most appropriate meaning of the alternatives, select the alternative which best
given idiom. expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
Get someone's goat have the heart of stone.
(a) To cheat someone (b) To hurt someone (a) To be fearless
(c) To irritate someone (d) To abuse someone (b) No being able to make a decision
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) (c) To feel no pity
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Get someone's (d) To have a hidden agenda
got" option (c) ‘To irritate someone’ gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
meaning. Ans. (c) : For the above given sentence, the best
257. Select the most appropriate meaning of the empress meaning of the idiom/ phrase 'have the heart of
given idiom. stone' is ' To feel no pity'.
Get the ball rolling Thus, the correct answer is option (c)
(a) To spin the ball 262. In the following question, out of the given four
(b) To cheer someone up
(c) To start doing something alternatives, select the alternative which best
(d) To have an active lifestyle expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-II) have a foot in the grave
Ans. (c): For the above idiom/phrase "Get the ball (a) To trip somebody over
rolling" option (c) ‘to start doing something’ gives an (b) To take risks
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (c) To be near death
meaning. (d) To hire a contract killer
258. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
given idiom.
Get a foot in the door Ans. (c) : For the above given sentence, the best
(a) To have a chance to do something empress meaning of the idiom/phrase 'have a foot in the
(b) To block the path grave' is 'To be near death'.
(c) To be injured Thus, the correct answer is option (c)
(d) To be lucky 263. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-III)
given idiom.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Get a foot in
the door" option (a) ‘to have a chance to do something’ Head over heels
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have (a) To be very angry
different meaning. (b) To have immense Patience
259. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) To be madly in love
given idiom. (d) To have dispute
Give someone the cold shoulder SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
(a) To display superiority
(b) To serve cold food Ans. (c) : 'To be madly in love' is the most appropriate
(c) To involve in a verbal dispute meaning of the given idiom– 'Head over heels'.
(d) To ignore someone Head over heels means :- completely in love.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) Hence option (c) 'To be madly in love' is correct
SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-II) answer.
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Give someone 264. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
the cold shoulder" option (d) ‘To ignore someone’ given idiom.
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
different meaning. Have your heart in your mouth
260. Select the option that means the same as the (a) Feeling extremely nervous
given idiom. (b) Doing immediately
The grass is greener on the other side (c) Not being of your kind
(a) Things appear better for others (d) Accusing someone of faults which you have
(b) Many things looks like green grass SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
(c) Green grass grows everywhere
(d) Only green grass grows well Ans. (a) : 'Feeling extremely nervous' is the most
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-III) appropriate meaning of the given idiom 'Have your
heart in your mouth'.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "The grass is
greener on the other side option (a) ‘thing appear better 'Have your heart in your mouth' means :- Anxious and
for others’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other worried.
options have different meaning. Hence, option (a) is the correct answer.
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265. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 269. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Have a bash Hold the key
(a) to spoil a moment (a) To own a property
(b) to betray a close friend (b) To have the right of succession
(c) To keep a secret
(c) to make an attempt
(d) To have control of something
(d) to put something on hold
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom' Hold the key', options
Ans. (c) : The given idiom 'Have a bash' means 'to (d) to have control of something gives suitable meaning.
make an attempt', which has been given in option (c). Other options are not correct.
Have a bash (idiom) is used to say, try to do something
270. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
you have not done before, despite there being least given idiom.
chance of success. other options do not give appropriate
Have a change of heart
meaning. (a) Fall in love with someone
266. Select the idiom that gives the most (b) Change one's opinion
appropriate meaning of the underlined phrase (c) Express happiness about something
in the following sentence. (d) Undergo a surgery
‘Honesty is the best policy’ does not remain SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III
valid in the present times of corruption and Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Have a change of heart'
greed. option (b) change one's opinion gives suitable meaning.
(a) Go through thick and thin Other options are not correct.
(b) Hold good 271. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) Keep pace with given idiom.
(d) Put up Hard and fast
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I) (a) Strict (b) Badly affected
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate idiom of the above (c) Quick witted (d) Urgent
underlined phrase 'remain valid' is option (b) 'Hold SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-I
good. Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Hard and fast' option (a)
Other options give different meanings – strict gives suitable meaning. Other options are not
Go through thick and thin – In good and bad times, correct.
Keep pace with – To move, increase, change, etc. at the 272. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
same speed as someone/something. given idiom.
Put up – To accept something that is annoying, Hit the nail on the head
unpleasant etc. (a) hit someone hard on the head
(b) say something that is exactly right
267. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) hurt someone with nails
given idiom.
(d) say or do something that is painful
Hang up one's boots
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
(a) Tease an opponent (b) Show disrespect
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Hit the nail on the head'
(c) Retire from a sport (d) Challenge someone option (b) say something that is exactly right gives
SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Hang up one's boots', 273. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
option (c) 'Retire from a sport' gives suitable meaning given idiom.
other options are not correct. Hit a dead end
268. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) reach a situation that leads to nothing further
given idiom. (b) look for a place that is quiet
have a whale of a time (c) reach a place that is quite dead
(d) have a serious problem with someone
(a) Be extremely busy with work
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
(b) A good thing that seems bad at first
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Hit a head end', option
(c) Have an exceptionally fun or exciting (a) 'reach a situation that leads to nothing further' gives
experience suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
(d) Immediate involvement of everyone present
274. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I given idiom.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'have a whale of a time' hold your horses
option (c) 'Have an exceptionally fun or exciting (a) not get upset (b) aim high
experience' gives suitable meaning. Other options are (c) fight trouble (d) slow down
not correct. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
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Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Hold your horses', 280. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
option (d) 'slow down' gives suitable meaning other underlined idiom in the given sentence.
options are not correct. Pradeep was so tired that he hit the sack as
275. Select the most appropriate meaning of the soon as possible.
given idiom. (a) Left work (b) Went to bed
Hang up your boots (c) Accepted defeat (d) Kicked the sack
(a) take good care of your shoes SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(b) keep away your shoes carefully Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "hit the sack"
(c) retire from playing a game option (b) ‘went to bed’ gives an appropriate
(d) be tired and go to sleep early explanation. Other options have different meaning.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I 281. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom, 'Hang up your boots', given idiom.
option (c) 'retire from playing a game' gives correct High time
explanation. Other options are not correct. (a) past the appropriate time
276. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) time to celebrate something
given idiom. (c) well in time for something
To have eggs on one's face (d) time to fly high
(a) To be embarrassed because of one's action SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(b) To apply egg yolk on one's face for making it Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "High time"
look beautiful option (a) ‘Past the appropriate time’ gives an
(c) To throw eggs on a speaker's face appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(d) To buy eggs and break them meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) 282. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To have Eggs on given idiom.
one's face" option (a) ‘to be embarrassed because of Handle with kid gloves
one's action’ gives an appropriate explanation other (a) to treat someone with extreme care
options have different meaning. (b) to accomplish something too ambitious
277. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) to show someone your creativity
given idiom. (d) to remove all hurdles to start something
Herculean task SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) A job that requires a lot of talking and Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "Handle with kid
information gloves" option (a) ‘to treat someone with extreme care’
(b) A job that requires a large amount of physical
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
strength
(c) A job that only weak people are assigned different meaning.
(d) A job that makes everyone feel proud 283. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I) given idiom
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Herculean task" hand in glove
option (b) ‘A job that requires a large amount of (a) working together in the same office
physical strength’ gives an appropriate explanation. (b) wearing gloves while working
Other options have different meaning. (c) in partnership for something dishonest
278. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (d) doing work in the garden
underlined idiom in the given sentence: SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II)
If we lay our heads together, we will surely find Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "Hand glove"
a solution. option (c) ‘In partnership for something dishonest’
(a) work in consultation (b) work in isolation gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
(c) take a break (d) rest for a while different meaning.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) 284. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Head together" given idiom.
option (a) ‘work in consultation’ gives an appropriate Have one's hands full
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (a) to be very clumsy
279. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) to be very busy
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (c) to be very rich
This problem is a hard nut to crack, it will take (d) to be very generous
longer than they imagined. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) involves breaking nuts Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "Have one's hand
(b) is not interesting enough full 'option (b) ‘to be very busy’ gives an appropriate
(c) is difficult to solve explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(d) needs a lot of work 285. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) given idiom.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Hard nut to HEAD IN THE CLOUDS
crack" option (c) ‘is difficult to solve’ gives an (a) to be very tall (b) to feel giddy
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (c) to be very lazy (d) to daydream
meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "To have ones 291. Identify the idiom/phrase that can best
head in the clouds" option (d) ‘to daydream’ gives an substitute the underlined segment.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different I’m going to be in trouble if I don’t submit my
meaning. homework to the teacher.
286. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) off base (b) up the creek
given idiom. (c) the lion’s share (d) a devil’s advocate
Hanging by a thread
(a) in a sorry or humble state SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
(b) be extremely weak Ans. (b) : The most appropriate idiom/phrase for the
(c) unable to act as desired underlined segment 'in trouble' will be 'up the creek'
(d) be in a dangerous situation which means being in a difficult or challenging
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) situation.
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Hanging by a Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
thread" option (d) be in a dangerous situation gives an 292. Select the most appropriate option that can
appropriate explanation. Other options have different substitute the underlined words in the given
meaning. sentence.
287. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Our former minister Mr. Sikhar is in the
underlined idiom.
Hats off to someone running from Shrinet Nagar for the post of
(a) Given hats to Member of Legislative Assembly.
(b) Make new hats for (a) giving speeches
(c) Announce a prize for (b) making laws
(d) Congratulations to (c) teaching students
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-I) (d) contesting the elections
Ans. (d) For the above idiom/phrase "Hats off to" SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/08/2023 (Shift-III)
option (d) ‘congratulations to' gives an appropriate
explanation. Other options have different meaning. Ans. (d) : The underlined word 'in the running of the
given sentence can be substituted by the words
288. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
mentioned in option (d) contesting the elections.
given idiom.
Hang up your boots Because 'In the running' is an idiom which means (in
(a) to be rejected contention for victory or position' or contesting for
(b) To take retirement being successful in an election.)
(c) To dry your shoes 293. Select the most appropriate meaning of given
(d) To hang upside down idiom.
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-I) In Vain
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "hang up your (a) to no purpose (b) near to perfection
boots' option (b) ‘to take retirement’ gives an (c) totally dilute (d) remove suddenly
appropriate explanation. Other options have different SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
meaning. Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, "In vain" option (a) 'to
289. Select the meaning of the given idiom. no purpose' gives an appropriate explanation. Other
Hang one's head option have different meaning.
(a) To be ashamed (b) To be proud
(c) To punish (d) To be greedy 294. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III) given idiom.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Hang one's In the heat of the moment
head" option (a) ‘to be ashamed’ gives an appropriate (a) Saying or doing something without thinking
explanation. Other options have different meaning. due to anger
(b) keep something away from everyone
I (c) To share information that was previously
concealed
290. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
bracketed idiom in the given sentence. That (d) In a confused or befuddled state of mind
were remarks made (in the heat of the SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
moment). Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'In the heat of the
(a) To be dismissed from your job moment', option (a) 'Saying or doing something without
(b) To exert all efforts thinking due to anger' gives suitable meaning. Other
(c) At time when you cannot think carefully options are not correct.
(d) To present a counter argument 295. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) given idiom.
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate meaning of the In the same boat
bracketed idiom (in the heat of the moment) is ‘At time (a) Having fun (b) Sharing a ride
when you connot think carefully’. (c) In a similar situation (d) To be calm
Other options give different meanings. SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
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Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'In the same boat', option 301. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) 'In a similar situation;' gives suitable meaning. Other given idiom.
options are not correct. In high spirits
(a) mad (b) joyful
296. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) angry (d) hopeful
underlined idiom in the given sentence. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
I want you to give me this contract in black and Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'In high spirits', option
white. (b) 'Joyful' gives correct explanation other options are
(a) in writing (b) quickly not correct.
(c) in the morning (d) at night 302. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II given idiom:
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom' In black and white', In the nick of time
option (a) 'in writing' gives suitable meaning. Other (a) The beginning of a month
options are not correct. (b) A special occasion
(c) At the last possible moment
297. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (d) A long delay
given idiom. SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I)
In a nutshell SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
(a) Extremely pale (b) Very briefly Ans. (c) : For the above idiom "In the nick of time"
(c) Under protection (d) Without delay option (c) ‘At the last possible moment’ gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
meaning.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'In a nutshell', option (b) 303. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
very briefly gives suitable meaning. Other options are underlined idiom in the given sentence.
not correct. We now have an ex-Minister in the running
298. Select the most appropriate meaning of the from our constituency for the post of Member
highlighted idiom. of Parliament.
(a) jogging everyday (b) giving speeches
My mother is in raptures over her new stove.
(c) contesting the seat (d) teaching yoga
(a) completely dissatisfied with SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(b) extremely delighted Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase 'In the running'
(c) extremely angry option (c) ‘Contesting the seat’ gives an appropriate
(d) working vigorously explanation. Other options have different meaning.
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I 304. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'in Raptures', option (b) given idiom.
'extremely delighted' gives suitable meaning. Other in the pink
options are not correct. (a) in pink dress (b) in the limelight
(c) in a happy mood (d) in good health
299. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
given idiom. Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "in the pink"
In the same breath option (d) In good health’ gives an appropriate
(a) Try and hold your breath explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(b) Practice breathing exercise 305. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) Say two contradictory things at the same time underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(d) Able to get a foul smell The abrogation of article 370 was achieved in
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I the teeth of tough resistance.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom' In the same breath' (a) in direct opposition to
option (c) say two contradictory things at the same time' (b) in a short span of time
(c) in a state of uncertainty
gives suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
(d) in collaboration with
300. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
given idiom. Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "In the teeth"
In the limelight option (a) ‘in direct opposition to’ gives an appropriate
(a) A well kept secret explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(b) In a well lit up room 306. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom
(c) The centre of attraction In a nutshell
(d) About to be successful (a) Add nuts into something
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III (b) Put everything in a shell
(c) Packed very tightly
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'In the limelight' option (d) Express very briefly
(c) 'the centre of attraction' gives suitable meaning. SSC GD – 10/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "In a nutshell" 312. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
option (d) ‘express very briefly’ gives an appropriate given idiom.
explanation. Other options have different meaning. Jump on the bandwagon
307. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) Do an activity that is fun
given idiom. (b) Get engaged in an activity that is very
In a pickle important
(a) in jubilation (b) in deep sorrow (c) Do something because circumstances forces
you to
(c) in trouble (d) in great pain (d) Get involved in an activity because it is likely
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II) to succeed
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "In a pickle" SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-II)
option (c) In trouble’ gives an appropriate explanation. Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Jump on the
Other options have different meaning. bandwagon" option (d) ‘Get involved in an activity
308. Select the most appropriate meaning of the because it is likely to succeed’ gives an appropriate
given idiom. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
In a fog 313. Select the meaning of the given idiom.
(a) Trapped in foggy weather To have a jaundiced eye
(b) Confused and dazed (a) To be very pleased
(c) Disturbed and unhappy (b) To have yellowish eyes
(d) Sightless and blind (c) To be prejudiced
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III) (d) To have sore eyes
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "In a fog" SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II)
option (b) ‘confused and dazed’ gives an appropriate Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "To have a
explanation. Other options have different meaning. jaundiced eye" option (c) ‘to be prejudiced’ gives an
309. In the following question, out of the four given appropriate explanation. Other options have different
alternatives, select the alternatives which best meaning.
express the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
In deep water K
(a) In great difficulties
(b) With strength and fury 314. In the following question, out of the given four
(c) Using unfair means alternatives, select the alternative which best
(d) Struck by thunder expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II) Know the ropes
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "In deep water" (a) To reveal a secret
option (a) 'in great difficulties' gives an appropriate (b) To fight without any reason
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (c) To understand the details
(d) To break the rules
J SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : The meaning of the above given idiom/
310. Select the most appropriate idiom for the given phrase- 'know the ropes' is 'to understand the details'.
situation. 315. In the following question, out of the given four
I was very excited about my new assignment. I alternatives, select the alternative which best
sent the email without the required attachment. expresses the meaning of the Idiom/phrase. kill
What have I done? two birds with one stone.
(a) As swift as an eagle (b) Jumped the gun (a) The weak point in a person
(c) Tested the waters (d) Shook a leg (b) To accidentally hurt someone's feelings
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I) (c) To achieves two things with a single effort
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate idiom for the given (d) A work which needs tremendous efforts
situation ‘Jumped the gun’. Which means ‘acting SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
prematurely or taking action before the appropriate Ans. (c) : The most appropriate meaning of the above
time. given idiom 'kill two birds with one stone,' is 'To
Thus, the correct answer is option (b) achieves two things with a single effort.'
311. Select the most appropriate meaning of the hence, the correct answer is option (c).
underlined idiom in the given sentence. 316. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Any jumped the gun and announced their underlined idiom in the following sentence.
plans at the dinner table. Keep an eye on the situation around, and take
(a) ate quickly (b) started shooting your decision accordingly.
(c) acted hastily (d) shouted loudly (a) Ignore
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-I) (b) Observe continually and carefully
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Jumped the (c) Cries over spilt milk
gun" option (c) ‘acted hastily’ gives an appropriate (d) Be aggressive with red eyes
explanation. Other options have different meaning. SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "kith and kin"
underlined idiom 'Keep an eye on' is observe option (a) ‘family relations’ gives an appropriate
continually and carefully. The other options are not explanation. Other options have different meaning.
suitable. 322. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
317. Select the sentence that has the most given idiom.
appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Know like the back of one’s hand
Kill two birds with one stone (a) to hit someone with the back of one’s hand
(b) to be unaware of the situation
(a) He ruined his chances of getting into college (c) to copy another’s trade secrets
as he got distracted while studying for two (d) to have detailed knowledge of something
different entrance tests and not perfecting SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
even a single one.
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "know like the
(b) Today’s fishing session was a success as both back of one's hand" option (d) ‘to have detailed
the fishermen were working together. knowledge of something or to know something
(c) He was so unlucky that he never won a single completely’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
coin toss in the entire tournament. options have different meaning.
(d) Maya decided to clean the house but at the 323. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
end of the day, she realised it was a great underlined idiom in the given sentence.
workout. Extreme poverty made the poor woman how
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) long she could keep the wolf from the door.
Ans. (d) : For the above Idiom, "Kill two birds with one (a) live on charity
stone" option (d) 'Maya decided to clean the house but (b) keep wild animals away
at the end of the day, she realised it was a great (c) avoid starvation
workout'. It gives appropriate meaning. Other options (d) be safe in her house
give different meaning. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "keep the wolf
318. Select the most appropriate meaning of the from the door" option (c) ‘avoid starvation’ gives an
given idiom. appropriate explanation. Other options have different
Keep body and soul together meaning.
(a) Live happily 324. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) Live as long as possible underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(c) Be mentally and physically fit He kicked up a row when he was denied entry
(d) Stay alive during hard times to the amusement park.
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I (a) cried with sorrow (b) waited in a queue
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'keep body and soul (c) kicked the guard (d) created a fuss
together' option (d) stay alive during hard times gives SSC CPO-SI 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
suitable meaning. Other options are not correct. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "kick up a row"
319. Select the most appropriate meaning of the option (d) ‘created a fuss’ gives an appropriate
given idiom .......................... knock down. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(a) To succeed (b) To accept 325. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) To demolish (d) To re do given idiom.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-II Keep a civil tongue
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'knock down', option (c) (a) maintain silence when needed
'To demolish' gives suitable meaning. Other options are (b) Argue with soft words
(c) Express dissent mildly
not correct.
(d) Speak with great politeness
320. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
given idiom. Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "keep a civil
A kick in the teeth tongue" option (d) ‘speak with great politeness’ gives
(a) A grave setback an appropriate explanation. Other options have
(b) Severe toothache different meaning.
(c) Removing tooth cavities 326. Select the most appropriate of the given idiom.
(d) Hitting someone hard Keep up appearances
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I) (a) To pretend to be happier or richer so as to
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "A kick in the conceal the real situation
teeth option (a) ‘A grave setback’ gives an appropriate (b) To spend a lot of time on appearances so as to
explanation. Other options have different meaning. lead the fashion world
321. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) To deliberately appear shabby and not care to
given idiom. impress people
Kith and kin (d) To waste a lot of money on mindless
(a) family relations (b) distant enemies shopping and not bother about the
(c) neighbours (d) colleagues consequences
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Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase “keep up
appearance" option (a) ‘to be pretend to be happier or L
richer so as to conceal the real situation’ gives an 332. In the following question, out of the given four
appropriate explanation. Other options have different alternatives, select the alternative which best
meaning. expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
327. Select the most appropriate meaning of the The life and sound of the party
given idiom: (a) Person who brings lots of energy to the party
Keep your shirt on (b) A person who brings lots of gifts
(a) To remain cool (b) To celebrate (c) The only person who dances in the party
(c) To keep busy (d) To work hard
(d) Chief guest of the party
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "keep your shirt
on" option (a) ‘to remain cool’ gives an appropriate Ans. (a) : For the above given, idiom 'life and sound'
explanation. Other options have different meaning. means 'person who brings lots of energy to the party'.
328. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
underlined idiom in the given sentence. 333. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ashutosh kept a stiff upper lip even when he given idiom.
was reprimanded in the presence of clients. Light at the end of tunnel
(a) behaved insolently (a) Something that signals the end of a difficult
(b) started sniggering situation
(c) kept shouting (b) An opening at the end of a matter
(d) remained expressionless (c) New light coming out from darkness
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-II) (d) Preparing for examinations
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "kept a stiff SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II)
upper lip" option (d) ‘remained expressionless’ gives Ans. (a) : The most appropriate meaning of the given
an appropriate explanation. Other options have idioms, 'Light at the end of tunnel' is something that
different meaning. signals the end of a difficult situation.
329. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 334. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Know something inside out Lily-livered
(a) To know something from a distance
(a) Naughty (b) Comical
(b) To know something superficially
(c) To have only a slight idea about something (c) Not brave (d) Brave
(d) To know everything about something SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : For the above idiom, Lily-livered” option (c)
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "know “Not brave gives appropriate explanation. Other options
something inside out" option (d) ‘to know everything give different meaning.
about something’ gives an appropriate explanation. 335. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Other options have different meaning. underlined idiom in the given sentence.
330. Select the option that means the same as the I accidentally let the cat out of the bag about
given idiom. your promotion.
To kill two birds with one stone (a) To state the wrong facts
(a) To shoo away birds (b) To reveal a secret
(b) To shout at two individuals at a time (c) To say something unrealistic
(c) To achieve two aims simultaneously (d) To discourage someone
(d) To do many jobs at different places SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'let the cat out of the bag'
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "kill two birds
option (b) 'To reveal a secret' gives suitable meaning.
with one stone" option (c) ‘to achieve two aims Other options are not correct.
simultaneously’ gives an appropriate explanation.
Other options have different meaning. 336. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
331. Select the option that means the same as the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
given idiom. The eldest sister received the lion's share of her
To keep an eye on father's property.
(a) To keep a watch (b) To be cautious (a) the largest portion (b) the entire amount
(c) To follow (d) To stare (c) the smallest part (d) no portion at all
SSC GD – 11/02/2019 (Shift-II) SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "keep an eye on" Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'lion's share', options (a)
option (a) ‘to keep a watch’ gives an appropriate the largest portion' gives suitable meaning. Other
explanation. Other options have different meaning. options are not correct.
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337. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 342. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Long in the tooth Lion's share
(a) Too uncomfortable for words (a) Largest share (b) Animal's share
(b) Too old to do something (c) Forceful share (d) Limited share
(c) Too wise for people
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
(d) Extremely dangerous
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-II Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Lions share', option (a)
'Largest share' gives suitable meaning Other options are
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom Long in the tooth option
(b) 'Too old do something gives suitable meaning. Other not correct.
options are not correct. 343. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
338. Select the option that gives the most given idiom.
appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom. To look after
My friends succeeded because they left no stone (a) To anticipate (b) to remove
unturned in their search for an answer to the (c) To search for (d) To take care
problem. SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III)
(a) depended on many people Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "To look after"
(b) looked in different places option (d) ‘to take care’ gives an appropriate
(c) made every possible effort explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(d) proposed good plans 344. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II given idiom.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom' Left no stone unturned', Look out
option (c) 'made every possible effort' gives suitable (a) be careful (b) locate
meaning. Other options are not correct. (c) find out (d) search
339. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
given idiom. Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "look out"
Lie low option (a) 'be careful' gives an appropriate explanation.
(a) Try not to be noticed Other options have different meaning.
(b) Fly a plane at a low altitude 345. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) Lie down and relax after a tiring day given idiom.
(d) Sit on a low chair Little by little
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III (a) Not much (b) a few
(c) gradually (d) only once
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Lie low', options (a) 'try
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
not to be notices' gives suitable meaning. Other options
are not correct. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Little by little"
option (c) ‘gradually’ gives an appropriate explanation.
340. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Other options have different meaning.
given idiom. 346. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Let down underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(a) To fail (b) To care about It is unfortunate that most people in the
(c) To nurse (d) To hire country are still living from hand to mouth.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III (a) saving for the future generations
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Let down' option (a) To (b) earning wealth by selfish means
fail gives suitable meaning. Other options are not (c) consuming daily what little is earned
correct. (d) doing manual labour
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
341. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "Living from
given idiom. hand to mouth" option (c) ‘consuming daily what little
Lose your touch is earned’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
(a) To be passed from one person to another options have different meaning.
something being very difficult to find 347. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) Something being very difficult to find
given idiom.
(c) Not being as successful as previously
Lock, stock and barrel
(d) Doing someone a favour in hopes that the
favour will be returned (a) immediately (b) partly
(c) rarely (d) completely
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Lose your touch', option Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "lock, stock and
(c) Not being as successful as previously, gives suitable barrel" option (d) ‘completely’ gives an appropriate
meaning. Other options are not correct. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
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348. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) too old to work
given idiom. (b) too dark to see anything
Lend an ear (c) too delayed to be of any use
(a) to pay attention to (d) too ripe to eat
(b) to not make trouble SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) to force someone to listen Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase 'Late in the day'
(d) to not tell someone something option (c) ‘too delayed to be of any use’ gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II) meaning.
Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "Lend an ear" 354. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
option (a) ‘to pay attention to’ gives an appropriate given idiom.
explanation. Other options have different meaning. leave no stone unturned
349. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) leave the path halfway
given idiom. (b) not make enough efforts
Lead someone by the nose (c) turn everything upside down
(a) to do the right thing (d) try everything possible
(b) to force someone to take the blame SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –01/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) to dominate someone Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase 'leave no stone
(d) to quarrel with someone unturned' option (d) ‘try everything possible’ gives an
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II) appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II) meaning.
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "lead someone by 355. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
the nose" option (c) ‘to dominate someone’ gives an To leave someone in the lurch.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (a) To put someone at ease
meaning. (b) To come to compromise with someone
350. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) Constant source of annoyance to someone
given idiom. (d) To desert someone in his difficulties
Left out in cold SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) to be indecisive (b) to stand out Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase 'leave someone
(c) to be criticised (d) to be ignored in the lurch' option (d) ‘to desert someone in his
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) difficulties’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other
Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "left out in cold" options have different meaning.
option (d) ‘to be ignored’ gives an appropriate 356. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
explanation. Other options have different meaning. given idiom.
351. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Let off the hook
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (a) Not made to wait for a long time
(b) Not allowed to take part in an activity
Trying to find my lost ring in the college is like (c) Allowed to escape from blame
looking for a needle in a haystack. (d) Made to pay for one's actions
(a) Doing something impossible SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(b) Doing something unimportant Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase 'Let off the hook'
(c) Making a big deal of a small thing option (c) ‘allowed to escape from blame’ gives an
(d) Doing something secretly appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I) meaning.
Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "Looking for a 357. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
needle in a haystack" option (a) ‘doing something given idiom.
impossible’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other Like talking to a brick wall
options have different meaning. (a) Fascinated (b) Frightened
352. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) Curious (d) Inattentive
given idiom SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-I)
left- handed compliment Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase 'Like talking to
(a) praise that is given directly a brick wall' option (d) ‘inattentive’ gives an
(b) insulting someone in front of others appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(c) insulting remark appearing as praise meaning.
(d) making fun of someone to tease them 358. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-I) given idiom.
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase 'Left-handed She declared that it was the last straw and fled.
(a) the situation had become unbearable
compliment' option (c) ‘Insulting remark appearing as (b) it was the last time she would use a straw
Praise’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other options (c) the situation was improving
have different meaning. (d) it was last time she would hold a straw
353. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CPO - SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
given idiom SSC MTS 20/08/2019 (Shift-III)
late in the day SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase 'the last straw'
option (a) ‘the situation become unbearable’ gives an M
appropriate explanation. Other options have different 364. Select the most appropriate idiom for the
meaning. underlined words in the given sentence.
359. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Playing fantasy games on internet is an easy
given idiom. way to make money quickly but it’s risky.
Look after
(a) Take care of (b) Resemble (a) in for a penny in for a pound
(c) Search for (d) Scold (b) not fair and square
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I) (c) making a quick buck
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase 'Look after' (d) bigger fish to fry
option (a) ‘take care of’ gives an appropriate SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
explanation. Other options have different meaning. Ans. (c) : 'An easy way to make money quickly'
360. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined in the given sentence, can be best described
given idiom. the idiom, 'making a quick buck' mentioned in option
Look before you leap (c).
(a) Prepare yourself before jumping Other idioms in the options means the following–
(b) Think carefully of the consequences In for a penny in for a pound → If one undertakes
(c) Pull someone out from a disaster something, it must be carried through at whatever cost
(d) Caution others before taking a step Not fair and square → In an dishonest way
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Bigger fish to fry → Have other or more important
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase 'Look before you
leap' option (b) ‘think carefully of the consequences’ matters to attend to
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have 365. In the following question, out of the given four
different meaning. alternatives, select the alternative whichbest
361. Select the most appropriate meaning of the expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
given idiom. miss the bus
To lose one's head (a) Short lived glory
(a) To be beheaded for disloyalty (b) lose an opportunity
(b) To lose self control (c) Escape by a thin margin
(c) To die valiantly in a war (d) A problem in a situation
(d) To lose one's position SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'To miss the bus', option
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase 'To lose one's (b) 'To lose an opportunity' gives suitable meaning.
head" option (b) ‘to lose self control’ gives an Other options are not correct.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
meaning. 366. Select the option that is closest in meaning to
362. Select the most appropriate meaning of the the underlined idiom/phrase in the given
given idiom. sentence.
Let bygones be bygones The teacher couldn't make head or tail of the
(a) Neat and tidy students' answer.
(b) Just at the last moment (a) appreciate (b) understand
(c) To remember the past (c) overlook (d) recommend
(d) To forgive and forget SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-II) Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'make head or tail of',
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Let bygones be option (b) 'understand' gives suitable meaning. Other
bygones" option (d) ‘to forgive and forget’ gives an options are not correct.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
meaning. 367. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
363. Select the meaning of the given idiom in the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
sentence. When I asked for an expensive dress for my
The detective left no stone unturned to trace friend’s wedding, my mother reminded me
the culprit. that money does not grow on trees.
(a) Took no pains (a) Money is hard earned and limited
(b) Resorted to unfair practices (b) Money grows on shrubs and there’s plenty
(c) Used all available means (c) Money is like leaves of a tree and freely
(d) Did irrelevant things available
SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III) (d) Money is freely available to spend
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "left no stone SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
unturned" option (c) ‘used all available means’ gives Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Money does not grow
an appropriate explanation. Other options have on trees options (a) money is hard earned and limited
different meaning. gives suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
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368. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "Made off with"
given idiom. option (c) ‘run away with’ gives an appropriate
Make a beeline for explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(a) To stand patiently in a queue 374. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) To move directly towards something given idiom.
(c) To put bees in a line Make a beeline for
(d) To try and collect all the free items (a) Go for freebies
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I (b) Go straight to
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Make a beeline for', (c) Stand in a queue
option (b) 'to move directly towards something' gives (d) Make a line for honey
suitable meaning. Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
369. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "Make a beeline
To make both ends meet for" option (b) ‘go straight to’ gives an appropriate
(a) To have just enough money to live explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(b) To try to do two different things at the same 375. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
time underlined idiom in the sentence.
(c) To try do bring two parties together The suspect made a clean breast of it during
(d) To try to solve a problem between friends the enquiry .
SSC Sel post phase – VIII 09/11/2020 (Shift-I) (a) blamed his companion
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) (b) asked for a fresh shirt
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To make both (c) confessed his crime
ends meet" option (a) ‘to have just enough money to (d) took off his shirt
live’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other options SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
have different meaning. Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "Make a clean
370. Select the most appropriate meaning of the breast" option (c) ‘Confess his crime’ gives an
given idiom : appropriate explanation. Other options have different
Move heaven and earth meaning.
(a) Pay for something 376. Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the
(b) Make every effort to achieve something blank.
(c) Start something new The festival expenses are bound to –––– in my
(d) Make difficult choices pocket.
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) (a) be upfront (b) be out of the blue
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Move heaven (c) make a dent (d) give a clean chit
and earth" option (b) ‘make every effort to achieve SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
something’ gives an appropriate explanation. Other Ans : (c) From these idiom/phrase "Make a dent" is
options have different meaning. used which means ‘to reduce the amount of something’
371. Select the most appropriate meaning of the it gives an appropriate meaning for the sentence.
given idiom.
Make one’s mark 377. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) leave a clue (b) claim a right given idiom
(c) sign a deal (d) attain recognition Make no headway
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) (a) check if the head can pass through
(b) unable to progress ahead
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Make one's
(c) unable to overtake anyone
mark" option (d) ‘attain recognition’ gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (d) forced to fix a new goal
meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
372. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "Make no head
given idiom. way" option (b) ‘unable to progress ahead’ gives an
Make up one's mind appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(a) to decide (b) to lie meaning.
(c) to pretend (d) to achieve 378. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) given idiom
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Make up one's Make short work of something
mind" option (a) ‘to decide’ gives an appropriate (a) Reduce the size
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (b) Dispose of quickly
373. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) Edit carefully
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (d) Shorten some dress
The thieves made off with all the case and SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
jewellery in the house. Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "Make short
(a) discovered (b) squandered work of something" option (b) ‘dispose of quickly’
(c) run away with (d) transferred gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) different meaning.
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379. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 384. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Mad as a hatter Not mince (your) words
(a) superstitious (b) very upset
(c) eccentric (d) old fashioned (a) State your opinion clearly
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-III) (b) No to have clarity
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Mad as a (c) Eat a lot clumsily
hatter" option (c) ‘eccentric’ gives an appropriate (d) Say words that are confusing
meaning. Other options have different meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
380. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Not mince
given idiom. (your) words" option (a) ‘state your opinion clearly’
Made out of whole cloth gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
(a) Entirely false and fabricated different meaning.
(b) Entirely fabricated though believable
(c) Entirely true and convincing 385. In the following question, out of the four given
(d) Entirely false though convincing alternatives, select the alternatives which best
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I) express the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Made out of No ifs and buts
whole cloth" option (a) ‘Entirely false and fabricated’ (a) Jubilant (b) Low spirited
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have (c) No doubts (d) Screaming
different meaning. SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-II)
381. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "No ifs and
Miss the boat buts" option (c) ‘No doubts’ gives an appropriate
(a) To miss someone you love explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(b) To lose something important 386. In the following question, out of the given four
(c) To forget something at home alternatives, select the alternative which best
(d) To miss an opportunity expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift III)
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-III) Nail-biting
SSC CHSL 31/05/2022 (Shift-III) (a) Suspenseful (b) Plentiful
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Miss the boat" (c) Peaceful (d) Joyful
option (d) ‘to miss an opportunity’ gives an SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-III)
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Nail biting:"
meaning. option (a) ‘suspenseful’ gives an appropriate
explanation. Other options have different meaning.
N 387. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
382. Select the most appropriate meaning of given idiom.
following idiom. No strings attached
Nip in the bud (a) Without conditions to restrictions
(a) To cut the buds (b) To destroy late (b) Forced to do something
(c) Not to destroy (d) To destroy early (c) Involving a choice to be made
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III (d) Lacking clarity
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Nip in the bud', option SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(d) 'to destroy early' gives suitable meaning. Other Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "No strings
options are not correct.
attached" option (a) ‘without conditions to restriction’
383. Select the most appropriate meaning of the gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
given idiom.
Neither fish nor fowl different meaning.
(a) Something which can neither be purchased 388. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
nor be grown underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(b) Something which can neither be supplied The idea of making a children's park has been
easily nor be made available readily nipped in the bud by the local council.
(c) Something which can neither be supplied (a) encouraged strongly
easily nor be accepted befittingly
(d) Something which can neither be eaten nor be (b) included somewhere else
preserved (c) changed completely
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-III) (d) dropped at an early stage
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Neither fish SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
nor fowl" option (c) ‘something which can neither be Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "Nipped in the
categorized easily nor be accepted befittingly’ gives an bud" option (d) ‘dropped at an early stage’ gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different appropriate explanation. other options have different
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Ans. (c) : For the above Idiom, "Over and above"
O option (c) "In addition to" gives an appropriate
389. In the following question, out of the given four explanation. Other options gave different meaning.
alternatives, select the alternative which best 394. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. On
account of given idiom.
(a) To mark one’s territory (b) Because of Out of the blue
(c) To make excuses (d) To settle dues (a) Completely unexpectedly
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II) (b) Always dressing up in blue clothes
Ans. (b) : The meaning of the above given idiom/ (c) Coming out of a blue box
phrase- 'On account of' is option (b) 'Because of'. other (d) Caught in a fight
options give different meanings. SSC Constable GD-08/12/2021 Shift-I
390. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Out of the blue', option
given idiom.
(a) completely unexpectedly gives suitable meaning.
On the fence
(a) Under all conditions Other options are not correct.
(b) Undaunted by anything 395. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) Halting between two options given idiom.
(d) On very intimate terms Open-ended
SSC GD 13/02/2023 (Shift-I) (a) Ending is twisted
Ans. (c) : 'Halting between two options' is the most (b) Ending is happy
appropriate meaning of the given idiom– 'On the fence'. (c) Having no planned ending
The other idioms do not give the suitable meaning.
(d) Never ending
Hence option (c) is correct answer.
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
391. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Open ended', option (c)
Out of the blue 'Having no planned ending' gives suitable meaning.
(a) Unconcerned (b) Undoubtedly Other option are not correct.
(c) Unexpectedly (d) Unbelievably 396. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) given idiom.
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate meaning of the Out of question
above given idiom 'out of the blue' is 'Unexpectedly' (a) Wishful (b) Doubtful
Meaning of other options- (c) Difficult (d) Impossible
Unconcerned - Indifferent, SSC Constable GD-13/12/2021 Shift-III
Undoubtedly - Doubles, Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Out of question', option
Unbelievably - Implausibly, (d) 'impossible' gives suitable meaning. Other options
Hence, the correct option is (c). are not correct.
392. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 397. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
On the ball On cloud nine
(a) Playing with a ball (a) very happy (b) very angry
(b) Exercising using a ball (c) very far (d) very worried
(c) Doing a job in a slow and incorrect manner SSC Constable GD-02/12/2021 Shift-I
(d) Doing a job in a quick and competent manner
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'On cloud nine', option
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
(a) 'very happy' gives suitable meaning. Other options
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate meaning of the given are not correct.
idiom ‘On the ball’ is ‘Doing a Job in a quick and
competent manner.’ Other options are incorrect. 398. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). given idiom.
One's cup of tea
393. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the alternative which best (a) One's perception about someone
expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. (b) One's general principle
Over and above (c) One's hard-earned money
(a) Above all (d) One's chosen or preferred thing
(b) To sum up the conversation SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
(c) In addition to Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'One's cup of tea', option
(d) Highest rank (d) 'one's chosen or preferred thing' gives suitable
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) meaning other options are not correct.
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399. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 405. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Out for the count Once in a blue moon
(a) Very expensive (a) Always
(b) Prepared for battle (b) Rarely and infrequently
(c) In a deep, insensible sleep (c) At regular intervals
(d) A natural occurrence
(d) Ready for scrutiny SSC CHSL 16/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Out for the count', Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "once in a blue
option (c) 'In a deep, insensible sleep' gives suitable moon" option (b) ‘Rarely and infrequently’ gives an
meaning. Other options are not correct. appropriate explanation. Other options have different
400. Select the most appropriate meaning of the meaning.
given idiom. 406. In the following question, out of the given four
On the wane alternatives, select the alternative which best
(a) On the rise (b) On the way expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
(c) On the top (d) On the decline Of the first water
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-II (a) Leading a comfortable life.
(b) Acting contrary to the one's interests
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'On the wane', option (d) (c) Critically important
'On the decline' gives suitable meaning. Other options (d) Of the best quality
are not correct. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
401. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (d) For the above idiom/phrase 'of the first water"
given idiom. option (d) ‘of the best quality’ gives an appropriate
On cloud nine explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(a) Extremely happy (b) Good number 407. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) Travel by airplane (d) Heavy rain underlined idiom in the given sentence. On the
SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III face of it, nothing seems to be fishy about the
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'on cloud nine', option matter.
(a) Extremely happy gives suitable meaning. Other (a) On deeper scrutiny
options are not correct. (b) From facial expressions
402. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) What appears on the surface
given idiom. (d) In comparison
Once and for all SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II)
(a) Happily (b) Effectively Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "On the face of"
(c) Out of control (d) Finally option (c) ‘what appears on the surface’ gives an
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II appropriate meaning. Other options have different
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Once and for all', option meaning.
(d) 'finally' gives suitable meaning. Other options are 408. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
not correct.
underlined idiom in the given sentence.
403. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. The man heaved a sigh of relief when he was
On tenterhooks sure he was out of the woods.
(a) Very sad (b) Very tense (a) discharged from hospital
(c) Very happy (d) Very angry (b) released from prison
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I) (c) out of danger
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "On tenterhooks" (d) out of the forest
option (b) ‘very tense’ gives an appropriate explanation. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-I)
other options have different meaning. Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase 'out of the woods'
404. Select the most appropriate meaning of the option (c) ‘out of danger’ gives an appropriate
given idiom. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
On cloud nine 409. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) Extremely happy given below.
(b) Frequently flying by air Out of bounds
(c) Flying with a parachute (a) Forbidden (b) Within limits
(d) Extremely sad (c) Tied up (d) Limitless
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "on cloud nine" Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "out of bounds"
option (a ‘Extremely happy’ gives an appropriate option (a) 'forbidden' gives an appropriate explanation.
explanation. Other options have different meaning. Other options have different meaning.
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410. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (b) : For the above idiom "on the tip of my
given idiom. tongue" option (b) Readily available in my memory
Once in a blue moon gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
(a) An incident that is scary different meaning.
(b) Happening only once in a lifetime 416. In the following question, out of the given four
(c) Happening only rarely alternatives, select the alternatives which best
(d) An unforgettable experience expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-II) Over my dead body
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "once in a blue (a) Opposing something fiercely
moon" option (c) 'happening only rarely' gives an (b) Inheriting of fortune
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (c) Erecting a grave stone
meaning. (d) Threatening to kill oneself
411. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-II)
underlined idiom in the given sentence. If Ans. (a) : for the above idiom/phrase "over my dead
someone is an old hand, then he/she is: body" option (a) opposing something fiercely gives an
(a) experienced (b) weak appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(c) aged (d) forgetful meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III) 417. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "old hand" given idiom.
option (a) 'experienced' gives an appropriate Off the cuff
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (a) To be in a hurry (b) To be lazy
412. In the following question out of the four given (c) Without preparation (d) Without any loss
alternatives select the alternative which best SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-I)
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/phrase. Ans. : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "of the cuff"
On the brink of disaster option (c) 'without preparation' gives an appropriate
(a) Something still in hand explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(b) Natural destruction 418. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) To die given idiom.
(d) Very close to failure Out of date
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-I) (a) Being careless
Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "On the brink of (b) Something old fashioned
disaster" option (d) very close to failure gives an (c) A worthless fellow
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (d) A date seed
meaning. SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-I)
413. In the following question, out of the four given Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "out of date"
alternatives, select the alternative which best option (b) 'something old fashioned' gives an
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. appropriate explanation. Other options have different
On account of meaning.
(a) Instead of (b) Despite 419. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) Because of (d) Rejecting something given idiom.
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-III) Once bitten, twice shy
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "on account of" (a) Someone who doesn't learn from his previous
option (c) 'because of' gives an appropriate experiences
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (b) An unpleasant experience induces caution
414. In the following question, out of the four given (c) Someone who is afraid of taking challenges
alternatives which best expresses the meaning (d) To keep something precious safely
of the Idiom/Phrase. SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-III)
On the wrong side of sixty Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "once bitten,
(a) To be inexperienced twice shy" option (b) 'An unpleasant experience
(b) To be older than sixty induces caution' gives an appropriate explanation.
(c) To be able to convince Other options have different meaning.
(d) To be unsuitable
SSC MTS 11-10-2017 (Shift-II) P
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "on the wrong
side of sixty" option (b) 'to be older than sixty' gives an 420. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
appropriate explanation. Other options have different bracketed idiom in the given sentence.
meaning. Later, Brooks' brother alleged that racism
415. Select the most appropriate meaning of the helped put the (pedal to the metal).
given idiom. (a) Very excessive
On the tip of my tongue (b) To go full speed, especially hale driving a
(a) Feeling extremely joyful vehicle
(b) Readily available in my memory (c) Avoid responsibility by giving it to someone
(c) Excessively costly else
(d) At full speed (d) To enjoy yourself by going out
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Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (b) : For the above Idiom, 'Pedal to the metal' is
bracketed idiom 'pedal to the Metal' is 'To go full speed, option (b) 'To go full speed, especially while driving a
especially while driving a vehicle'. vehicle' gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). gives different meaning.
421. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 425. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
bracketed idiom in the given sentence. Sure, given idiom.
fixing a flubbed decision isn't always a (piece of Play with fire
cake), but it's rarely impossible. (a) To play a game honestly
(a) A task that can be accomplished very easily (b) To do something risky
(b) Having no stand, shows favour at one time (c) To please someone
and unfavour at another (d) To waste time on worthless things
(c) A rare event or occurrence SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
(d) The family bond is closer than anything else Ans. (b) : For the above idiom' Play with fire', option
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) (b) 'To do something risky' gives suitable meaning.
Ans. (a ) : The most appropriate meaning of the above Other option are not correct.
given idiom – 'piece of cake' is a task that can be 426. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
accomplished very easily.' given idiom.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Play with fire
422. Select the most appropriate option that can (a) To be courageous
substitute the underlined segment in the given (b) To fight an opponent
sentence. (c) To do something dangerous
My mother asked my father to increase her (d) To spread knowledge
personal use allowance. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II
(a) rank and file (b) pell mell
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Play with fire', (c) to do
(c) pin money (d) pins and needles something dangerous gives suitable meaning. Other
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) options are not correct.
Ans. (c) : The underlined segment of the sentence 427. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
'personal use allowance' can be substituted by 'idiom– given idiom.
'pin money' given in option (c). Pull yourself together
Other idioms given as options have the following (a) gather people together for support
meaning – (b) control emotions and behave calmly
Rank and file – The ordinary members/ workers in an (c) ensure a large number of people join you
organization as apposed to its leaders or managers. (d) decide to fight for a cause alone
Pell mell – In a recklessly hurried manner. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
Pins and needles – In an agitated state of suspense. Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'Pull yourself together'
423. Select the most appropriate idiom for the option (b) control emotions and behave calmly gives
underlined words in the given sentence. suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
The childhood days are peaceful days of our 428. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
life. given idiom.
(a) hard and fast days (b) halcyon days Pipe dream
(a) A dream or idea that is loudly proclaimed
(c) live wire days (d) all years
(b) A dream or idea that is nearly accomplished
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) (c) A dream or idea that is unlikely to happen
Ans. (b) : The meaning of underlined words 'peaceful (d) A dream or idea that keeps getting repeated
days is being well expressed by idiom 'halcyon days' (A SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
very happy or successful period in the past ) given in Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "pipe dream
option (b). option (c) 'A dream or idea that is unlikely to happen'
New Sentence gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
The childhood days are halcyon days of our life. different meaning.
424. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 429. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom underlined idiom in the given sentence.
'Pedal to the metal' The sad part of the agitation is that most of the
(a) To enjoy yourself by going out. leaders are only paying lip-service to the issue.
(a) saying they agree although they do not
(b) To go full speed, especially while driving a support it
vehicle (b) partially impressing the crowds
(c) Avoid responsibility by giving it to someone (c) making long speeches for the cause
else (d) growing angry and restless with the
(d) Very excessive organisers
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Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Paying lip- 435. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
service" option (a) 'saying they agree although they do given idiom
not support it' gives an appropriate explanation. Other Put your best foot forward
options have different meaning. (a) take care to dress well
430. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) walk very cautiously
given idiom. (c) try as hard as one can
Pocket an insult (d) check every step
(a) bear an insult quietly SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(b) plan a revenge Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "put your best
(c) express true feelings foot forward" option (c) 'try as hard as one can' gives an
(d) resent an affront appropriate explanation other options have different
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) meaning.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Pocket an 436. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
insult" option (a) bear an insult quietly gives an underlined idiom in the given sentence.
appropriate explanation other options have different My aunt who orders every one around is a pain
meaning. in the neck.
431. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) irritating (b) short tempered
underlined idiom in the given sentence. (c) curious (d) argumentative
Raju was playing with fire when he made SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III)
speeches against the management. Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "in the neck"
(a) taking a grave risk (b) smoking a cigarette option (a) 'irritating' gives an appropriate explanation.
(c) provoking the crowd (d) lighting candles Other options have different meaning.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) 437. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "playing with given idiom.
fire" option (a) 'taking a grave risk' gives an Pass the hat
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (a) to sell something (b) to collect money
meaning. (c) to play a game (d) to avoid work
432. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
underlined idiom in the given sentence. Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase "pass the hat"
One must learn to prioritize in life. It never option (b) 'to collect money' gives an appropriate
pays to put the cart before the horse. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(a) postpone till the last moment 438. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) perform many tasks simultaneously given idiom.
(c) do things spontaneously Plain as day
(d) do last things first (a) Very simple and easy to do
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) (b) Visible only in broad daylight
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "put the cart (c) Very obvious and easy to understand
before the horse" option (d) 'do last thing first' gives an (d) Very interesting to know
appropriate explanation. Other options have different SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-III)
meaning. Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Plain as day"
433. Select the most appropriate meaning of the option (c) 'very obvious and easy to understand' gives
given idiom. an appropriate explanation. Other options have
pull yourself together different meaning.
(a) go to sleep (b) try to understand 439. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) calm down (d) do a good job given idiom.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I) Parthian shot
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "pull yourself (a) Parting hit (b) Victory
together" option (c) 'calm down' gives an appropriate (c) Praise (d) Say goodbye
explanation. Other options have different meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 16/10/2020 (Shift-I)
434. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Parthian shot"
given idiom. option (a) 'Parting hit' gives an appropriate explanation.
pull someone's leg Other options have different meaning.
(a) joke with someone 440. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) get upset with someone underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(c) tell someone a secret His guide asked him to pull up his socks if he
(d) trust someone wanted a good rank.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-III) (a) dress more carefully and neatly
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Pull someone's (b) make a greater effort to improve
leg" option (a) 'joke with someone' gives an (c) take care to be more formal
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (d) give attention to his appearance also
meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "wanted a good 446. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
rank" option (b) 'make a greater effort to improve' given idiom.
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have Pull up your socks
different meaning. (a) To lose one's temper
441. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) To put in extra effort
idiom. (c) To play a joke on someone
Pull yourself together (d) To suspect some foul play
(a) Talk about fitness SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(b) Be friendly with everyone Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "pull up your
(c) Use a rope ladder sock's option (b) to put in extra effort gives an
(d) Regain composure appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-I) meaning.
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "pull yourself 447. Select the meaning of the given idiom.
together" option (d) 'regain composure' gives an To pour oil in troubled water
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (a) To calm a dispute
meaning.
(b) To create tension
442. In the following question, out of the four given (c) To light a fire
alternatives, select the alternative which best (d) To raise a controversy
expresses the meaning of the idiom/Phrase. SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Pull strings Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To pour oil in
(a) Fixed the issue (b) In a dilemma
troubled water" option (a) 'to calm a dispute' gives an
(c) To use influence (d) Losing hope
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
meaning.
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "pull strings"
option (c) 'to use influence' gives an appropriate 448. Select the meaning of the given idiom in the
explanation. Other options have different meaning. sentence.
443. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Harassed by repeated acts of injustice, he
given idiom. decided to put his foot down.
To pick up the threads (a) Resign (b) Not to yield
(a) To examine as issue seriously (c) Withdraw (d) Change his mind
(b) Being received very warmly SSC GD – 08/03/2019 (Shift-III)
(c) To restart from the previous closing point Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "To put his foot
(d) At a short distance down" option (b) 'not to yield' gives an appropriate
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III) explanation. Other options have different meaning.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "To pick up the
threads" option (c) 'to restart from the previous closing Q
point' gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
have different meaning. 449. Select the most appropriate meaning of given
444. Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom.
given idiom. Queer fish
Put the cart before the horse (a) caused fear
(a) To do last things first (b) wasting a vast treasure
(b) To lie about a situation (c) an activity in motion
(c) To follow the logical order (d) a person who seems strange or unusual
(d) To do impractical things SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –10/07/2019 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase 'Queer fish'
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "put the cart option (d) 'a person who seems strange or unusual' gives
before the horse" option (a) to do last things first gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have different
an appropriate explanation other options have different meaning.
meaning. 450. Select the most appropriate meaning of given
445. Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom.
given idiom. A question of time
To pull someone's legs (a) Something that is sure to happen
(a) of a kind and sympathetic nature (b) Caused damage
(b) To use all possible methods
(c) To play a joke on someone (c) Spread rapidly
(d) Not a serious information (d) Spread slowly
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "To pull Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "A question of
someone's leg "option (c) 'to play a joke on someone' time" option (a) 'something that is sure to happen' gives
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have an appropriate explanation. Other options have different
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455. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
R given idiom.
Raining cats and dogs
451. In the following question, out of the given four
alternatives, select the alternative which best (a) Cat and dog fight (b) Too crowded
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. (c) Raining heavily (d) Raining lightly
Rolling in cash SSC Constable GD-07/12/2021 Shift-II
(a) Have a large quantity of money Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Raining cats and dogs',
(b) A business magnate option (c) 'Raining heavily' gives suitable meaning.
(c) To borrow a costly attire Other options are not correct.
(d) Buying things on interest 456. Select the option that gives the most
SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I) appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Ans. (a) : The meaning of the above given The Chairman of our company takes care of
idiom/phrase- ‘Rolling in cash’ is ‘Have a large quantity the rank and file in the company.
of money’ (a) Ordinary people
(b) Documents and files
Other options give different meanings. (c) Only the top rank people
452. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (d) Officers
given idiom. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-II
Royal road
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Rank and file' option (a)
(a) Achieving something by birth ordinary people' gives suitable meaning. Other options
(b) Achieving something by truth are not correct.
(c) Achieving something by false means
(d) Achieving something trouble free 457. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
Red letter day
Ans. (d) : 'Achieving something trouble free' is the (a) Memorable day (b) Holiday
most appropriate meaning of the given word– 'Royal (c) Birthday (d) Rose day
road'.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
Hence option (d) is correct answer.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, 'Red letter day', option
453. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) 'memorable day' gives suitable meaning. Other
underlined phrase. options are not correct.
Though very rich, Alexander always saves for a
rainy day. 458. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
(a) Lives like a miser Read between the lines
(b) Spends too much (a) Be afraid of doing something again
(c) Saves money for later (b) Speak the truth even if it is unpleasant
(d) Accumulates less wealth (c) Understand something that is not said outright
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 26/07/2023 (Shift-II) (d) Harm someone who trusts you
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate meaning of the SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
underlined Phrase 'saver for a rainy day' is 'saves money Ans. (c) : For the above idiom' Read between the lines',
for later'. which means set aside money or resources for options (c) understand something that is not said
future unexpected needs of emergencies. outright' gives suitable meaning. Other options are not
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). correct.
454. Select the most appropriate option that can 459. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
substitute the underlined segment in the given
Raise an alarm
sentence.
(a) create an alarming situation
Disability was viewed as God's retribution for (b) be punctual and disciplined
wickedness in the past. (c) set the alarm clock to wake one up
(a) payback for doing help (d) warn of a dangerous situation
(b) punishment for wrongdoing SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
(c) revenge for legal works Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Raise an alarm' option
(d) fine for misbehaviour (d) warn of a dangerous situation gives suitable
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I) meaning. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate option for the 460. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
underlined Segment in the given sentence ‘retribution given idiom.
Read between the lines
for wickedness’ is replaced by ‘Punishment for wrong
(a) understand what is implied but not stated
doing’. directly
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (b) read very slowly enjoying each line
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(c) read loudly each and every word given in the 465. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
sentence given idiom.
(d) read carefully each and every word written Run around in circles
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I) (a) to work excessively hard by keeping two jobs
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Read between (b) to remain busy with your work
the line" options (a) 'understand what is implied but not (c) to keep running to set a record
stated directly' gives an appropriate explanation. Other (d) to keep doing something without achieving
options have different meaning. much
461. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
given idiom. Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "Run around in
Raise the bar circles" options (d) 'to keep doing something without
(a) To raise the price achieving much' gives an appropriate explanation. Other
(b) To win a competition options have different meaning.
(c) To grow taller 466. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(d) To set higher goals given idiom.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) To read between the lines
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Raise the bar" (a) to understand the implied meaning
option (d) 'to set higher goal' gives an appropriate (b) to completely misunderstand the meaning
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (c) to critically analysis a piece of writing
462. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (d) to read with great difficulty
underlined idiom in the given sentence. SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Their relationship has run into rough weather Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Read between
ever since they fell in love with the same girl. the line" options (a) 'to understand the implied
(a) experienced difficulties meaning' gives an appropriate explanation. Other
(b) brought cool breeze and rains options have different meaning.
(c) become stronger and firmer 467. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(d) become pleasant and cordial given idiom.
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Red letter day
Ans. (a) : For the above underlined idiom "run into (a) a very hot day (b) a frightful day
rough weather" option (a) 'experienced difficulties' (c) a very special day (d) a very cold day
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-II)
different meaning. Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "Red letter day"
463. In the following question, out of the given four option (c) 'a very special day' gives an appropriate
alternatives, select the alternative which best explanation. Other options have different meaning.
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. 468. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Reap the whirlwind given idiom.
(a) Providing that other factors or circumstance Rule the roost
remain the same (a) to make all the decisions
(b) Suffer negative consequences as a result of (b) to be prosperous but generous
one's actions (c) to frequently pick a quarrel
(c) An indication that something is accepted or (d) to blindly follow others
regarded favorably SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III)
(d) Believing that moderation is more satisfying Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "Rule the roost"
than excess options (a) 'to make all the decisions' gives an
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 appropriate explanation. Other options have different
Ans. (b) For the above idiom "Reap the whirlwind meaning.
option (b) 'suffer negative consequences as a result of 469. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
one's action' gives an appropriate explanation. Other given idiom.
options have different meaning. Rub the wrong way
464. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) Rub incorrectly (b) Rub well without oil
given idiom. (c) Annoy someone (d) Please someone
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Rise to the occasion
(a) show you can deal with a situation successfully Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Rub the wrong
way" option (c) 'Annoy someone' gives an appropriate
(b) assess a critical situation carefully explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(c) challenge an opponent who is strong
470. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(d) take a big risk in order to succeed given idiom.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) Reinventing the wheel
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Rise to the (a) Disturbing the system which has already been
occasion" option (a) 'show you can deal with situation in use
successfully' gives an appropriate explanation. Other (b) Examining circumstances that have already
options have different meaning. been understood
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(c) Wasting one's time for things that have 475. In the following question, out of the given four
already been satisfactorily done alternatives, select the alternative which best
(d) Analysing various factors of happenings expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-II) To scratch one’s head
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Reinventing the (a) To come up with an idea
wheel" option (c) 'wasting one's time for thing that (b) To think hard in a puzzled way
have already been satisfactorily done' gives an (c) To lose all the wealth
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (d) To think about good days
meaning. SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
471. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (b) : The meaning of the above idiom– 'To scratch
given idiom. one's head' is option (b) 'To think hard in a puzzled
It's raining cats and dogs way.'
(a) To rain very heavily Thus, the correct option is (b).
(b) To rain continuously 476. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given
(c) To rain mildly idiom.
(d) To rain at regular intervals Scrape the barrel
SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) To be forced to use one's last and weakest
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase 'raining cats and resource
dogs' option (a) 'To rain very heavily' gives an (b) Trying to find something
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (c) Using all the ways to achieve the desired
meaning. result
472. Select the meaning of the given idiom. (d) Hiding something
To run amok SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II)
(a) To compete in race Ans. (a) : For the above idiom "scrape the barrel"
(b) To participate in a marathon option (a) 'To be forced to use one's Last and weakest
(c) To outrun someone resource' gives appropriate explanation. other option
(d) To run about in a frenzy give different meaning.
SSC MTS – 08/08/2019 (Shift-II) 477. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "To run amok" given idiom.
option (d) 'to run about in a frenzy' gives an Spill the beans
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (a) Open the flow of the stopped water
meaning. (b) Disclose the secrets accidentally
473. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) Liberate the controlled emotions
given sentence. (d) Distribute food grains freely
Sandeep received a new lease of life after SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 08/08/2023 (Shift-II)
moving to Pune.
Ans. (b) : The most appropriate idiom of the above
(a) became energetic again word 'spill the beans' is 'Disclose the secrets
(b) started taking healthy food accidentally.'
(c) looked for a group of friends Other options give different meanings.
(d) started looking for a job
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/10/2020 (Shift-III) 478. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "received a new
lease of life" option (a) 'became energetic again' gives Save your breath
an appropriate explanation. Other options have (a) To make an effeort that will be futile
different meaning. (b) To hold one’s anger
(c) To work hard
(d) To be resentful
S SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/03/2023 (Shift-I)
474. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (a) : For the above sentence Idiom, "Save your
given idiom. breath", option (a) "To make an effort that will be
A shot in the dark. furtile" gives suitable meaning. Other options are not
(a) Shooting in the night correct.
(b) Randomly doing something, the outcome of 479. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
which is unknown given idiom.
(c) A blind man's cane To show a clean pair of heels
(d) Looking at the stars (a) To run fast (b) Show clean shoes
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II) (c) To clean shoes fast (d) Show clean feet
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : For the above Idiom "A shot in the dark"
option (b) Randomly doing something the outcome of Ans. (a) : The most appropriate meaning of the above
which is unknown gives an appropriate explanation. given idiom is option (a) 'to run fast'
Other options give different meaning. Other options are not correct.
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480. In the following question, out of the given four 485. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
alternatives, select the alternative which best underlined idiom in the given sentence.
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. Newton's work in the field of physics speaks
shake in one's shoes volumes about his genius.
(a) To be afraid (a) advertises his work
(b) claims fame and honour
(b) To leave no remark
(c) does not gives a detailed report
(c) An unpleasant scenario (d) conveys a great deal
(d) To fail to understand SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'speaks volumes' option
Ans. (a) : For the above Idiom, "To shake in one's (d) conveys a great deal gives an appropriate
shoes" option (a) "To be afraid" gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have different meaning.
explanation. Other options give different meaning. 486. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
481. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
given idiom. stumbling block
Storm in a teacup (a) An obstacle to progress
(a) Making a habit of breaking teacups (b) Removing stones on the way
(c) Skipping over a hurdle
(b) Thunder and storm during meal time
(d) Putting stones along the way
(c) Too little tea poured in a cup
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –18/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(d) Anger or fuss about something trivial
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom "stumbling block" option
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III (a) 'An obstacle to progress' gives an appropriate
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Storm in a teacup', explanation. Other options have different meaning.
option (d) 'Anger or fuss about something trivial' gives 487. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
suitable meaning. Other options are not correct. underlined idiom in the given sentence.
482. Select the most appropriate meaning of the The new of a leopard in the city spread like
underlined idiom in the given sentence. wild fire:
My elder brother is so innocent that winning an (a) caused fear (b) caused damage
argument against him is like shooting fish in a (c) spread rapidly (d) spread slowly
barrel. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(a) Indulge in an illegal activity Ans. (c) : For the above idiom, 'spread like wild fire'
option (c) 'spread rapidly' gives an appropriate
(b) Exceptionally easy to do explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(c) Asking for charity 488. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(d) Making someone uneasy given idiom:
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I Smell a rat
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, 'shooting fish in a (a) Have no doubts about something
barrel', option (b) 'Exceptionally easy to do gives (b) Feel that there is a loss in business
suitable meaning. Other options are not correct. (c) Think that there is a dead animal
(d) Have a reason to suspect something
483. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
given idiom. Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'smell a rate option (d)
Stone's throw 'have a reason to suspect something' gives an
(a) Hurt slightly (b) Large hurdle appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(c) Short distance (d) Difficult problem meaning.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-I 489. In the following question, out of the given four
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom ;stone's throw', option (c) alternatives, select the alternative which best
short distance' gives suitable meaning. Other options are expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
not correct. Spin your wheels
(a) Set an activity in motion
484. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) waste your time or efforts
given idiom. (c) A firmly held belief
Safe pair of hands (d) With great affection or enthusiasm
(a) Miss an opportunity SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
(b) Speak rashly without thinking carefully Ans. (b) For the above idiom/phrase 'Spin you wheels',
(c) A person who can be trusted to do something option (b) 'waste your time or efforts' gives an
efficiently appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(d) A secret or hidden advantage meaning.
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-III 490. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Safe pair of hands', Snake in the grass
option (c) A person who can be trusted to do something (a) a deceitful person (b) a mean person
efficiently gives suitable meaning. Other options are not (c) a slippery person (d) a suspicious person
correct. SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase 'snake in the Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase 'Swollen-headed'
grass' option (a) 'a deceitful person' gives an option (c) 'conceited' gives an appropriate explanation.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Other options have different meaning.
meaning. 496. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
491. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
given idiom. His success at such a young age speaks volumes
Sitting on a gold mine for his talent.
(a) wasting a vast treasure (a) publically announces (b) boasts a lot
(b) secretly hunting for something precious (c) gives enough proof (d) showers praise
(c) to own something potentially valuable SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
(d) not availing of an opportunity Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase 'Speaks
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) Volumes' option (c) 'give enough proof' gives an
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase 'Sitting on a gold appropriate explanation. Other options have different
mine' Option (c) 'to own something potentially meaning.
valuable' gives an appropriate explanation. Other 497. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
options have different meaning. underlined idiom in the given sentence.
When his envious competitor extended a hand
492. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
of friendship, he smelt a rat.
given idiom.
(a) detected something wrong
Speak one’s mind (b) felt very pleased
(a) to put one’s thoughts in writing
(c) became complaisant
(b) to speak without thinking
(d) behaved arrogantly
(c) to speak in an assembly
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(d) to voice one’s thoughts plainly
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase 'smelt a rat' option
(a) 'detected something wrong' gives an appropriate
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase 'Speak one’s
explanation. Other options have different meaning.
mind' option (d) 'to voice one’s thoughts plainly' gives
an appropriate explanation. Other options have 498. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
different meaning. given idiom.
To shake off
493. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) to denounce (b) to get rid of
given idiom. (c) to recollect (d) to pass off
Strike when the iron is hot SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) torture someone with a hot iron
(b) wait patiently for the results Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase 'To shake off'
(c) grab a favourable opportunity promptly option (b) 'to get rid of' gives an appropriate
(d) sort out differences promptly explanation. Other options have different meaning.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I) 499. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Strike when the given idiom.
iron is hot" option (c) 'grab a favorable opportunity Spill the beans
promptly' gives an appropriate explanation. Other (a) frighten someone (b) make an excuse
options have different meaning. (c) reveal a secret (d) create difficulty
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-III)
494. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase 'spill the beans'
underlined idiom in the given sentence. option (c) 'reveal a secret' gives an appropriate
"These glasses suit you to a T," said Ria to explanation. Other options have different meaning.
Vandana. 500. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) look very good on your face given idiom:
(b) are not suitable for your work Sleep on it
(c) make you look weird (a) To make a wrong decision
(d) need to be won with a suit (b) To prefer to sleep than take action
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III) (c) To wait before making a decision
Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase 'suit you to a T' (d) To make a decision immediately
option (a) 'look very good on your face' gives an SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I)
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase 'sleep on it'
meaning. option (c) 'to wait before making a decision' gives an
495. Select the most appropriate meaning of the appropriate explanation other options have different
meaning.
underlined idiom in the given sentence.
501. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Since he secured the first rank Sudhir has
given idiom:
become swollen-headed. The straw that broke the camel’s back
(a) famous (b) unwell (a) To show strength and continue without a fuss
(c) conceited (d) well-connected (b) To be the last in a series of events leading one
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) to feel that it is intolerable
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(c) To undertake a difficult journey across a Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase 'strike while the
desert iron is hot' option (b) 'to act at the right time' gives an
(d) To make a wish for an escape from existing appropriate explanation. Other options have different
conditions meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
507. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase 'The straw that given idiom.
broke the camel's back' option (b) 'to be the last in a
series of event leading one to feel that it is intolerable' To spill the beans
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have (a) To give away a secret
different meaning. (b) To waste food items
(c) To plan a strategy
502. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. (d) To drop some food
Stir up a hornet's nest SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(a) Provoke trouble (b) Lear a revolt Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase 'to spill the
(c) Destroy a nest (d) Call for dialogue beans' option (a) 'to give away a secret' gives an
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) appropriate explanation. Other options have different
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase 'stir up a hornet's meaning.
nest options (a) 'provoke trouble' gives an appropriate 508. Select the option that means the same as the
explanation. Other options have different meaning. given idiom.
503. In the following question, out of the four given To set aside
alternatives, select the alternative which best (a) to reject an offer (b) to stop temporarily
expresses the meaning of the meaning of the (c) to move sideways (d) to finish a work
Idiom/Phrase. SSC GD – 18/02/2019 (Shift-II)
Snake in the grass Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase 'to set aside'
(a) Very clear option (a) 'to reject an offer' gives an appropriate
(b) Something mandatory explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(c) A hidden enemy
(d) An exciting moment 509. Select the option that means the same as the
SSC MTS 10-10-2017 (Shift-III) given idiom.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase, 'snake in the To see eye to eye
grass' option (c) 'A hidden enemy' gives an appropriate (a) To agree with another
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (b) To love another
(c) To threaten another
504. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. (d) To flight with another
sail in the same boat SSC GD – 14/02/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) go for a boat ride Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To see eye to
(b) be in heavy debt eye" option (a) 'to agree with another' gives an
(c) be in the same situation as others appropriate explanation. Other options have different
(d) pay a very low price for something meaning.
SSC MTS – 06/08/2019 (Shift-III) 510. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'sail in the same boat' underlined idiom in the given sentence.
options (c) 'be in the same situation as others' gives an It is a wonder how some people manage to sit
appropriate explanation other options have different on the fence without committing themselves.
meaning. (a) to sit lazily and not do anything
505. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) relax when others are working
given idiom : (c) remain undecided and unsure
Shot in the dark (d) build fences and walls for sitting on
(a) To shoot someone at night SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 19/06/2019 (Shift-III)
(b) To guess something Ans. (c) For the above underlined idiom/phrase "to sit
(c) To be unaware
(d) To lie about something on the fence" option (c) 'remain undecided and unsure'
SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I) gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
different meaning.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase , 'shot in the
dark" option (b) 'to guess something' gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different T
meaning.
506. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 511. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom underlined idiom that can be substitute in the
Strike while the iron is hot following sentence.
(a) To wait for someone My son was disappointed with his failure, but
(b) To act at the right time he took heart and tried again.
(c) To do something unimportant (a) Felt encouraged (b) Loved dearly
(d) To cry all the time (c) Was deeply affected (d) Cried miserably
SSC MTS – 20/08/2019 (Shift-II) SSC GD 27/01/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a) : The most appropriate meaning of the 516. In the following question, out of the given four
underlined idiom 'took heart' is 'Felt encouraged'. The alternatives, select the alternative which best
other options are not suitable. expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
512. Select the most appropriate meaning of the To bridge the gap
given idiom. (a) To reduce differences and reconcile
Through thick and thin (b) To push people apart
(a) Hope during trying times (c) To mend a broken bridge
(b) Only assist during good times (d) To slander someone
(c) Weak and lonely SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I)
(d) In good times and in bad times Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, ''To bridge the gap''
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) option (a) ''To reduce differences and reconcile'' gives
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate meaning of the above an appropriate explanation. Other options give different
idiom 'Through thick and thin' is 'In good times and in meaning.
bad times'. Hence option (d) will be correct. Other 517. In the following question, out of the given four
options give different meanings. alternatives, select the alternative which best
513. Select the most appropriate meaning of the expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
underlined idiom in the given sentence. To burn one's finger
Pooja tried to explain the problem, but soon (a) To suffer a loss by acting rashly
she tied herself up in knots. (b) To accidentally touch a hot utensil
(a) Make no progress in an argument or (c) A question without any agreed answer
discussion (d) To have one's finger chopped
(b) Become very confused when you are trying to SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/02/2023 (Shift-II)
explain something
(c) Won’t modify an opinion or agree to even Ans. (a) : For the above Idiom, "To burn one's finger"
small changes that another person wants option (a) "To suffer a loss by acting rashly" gives an
appropriate meaning. Other options give different
(d) Be forced to explain your actions and
meaning.
(probably) punished
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 14/07/2023 (Shift-I) 518. Identify the idiom/phrase that can best
substitute the underlined segment.
Ans. (b) : For the above underlined idiom, 'tied herself
up in knots’ option (b) Become very confused when you They discussed everything in the meeting and
are trying to explain something' gives appropriate finalised the next step.
explanation. Other options give different meaning. (a) through thick and thin
514. In the following question, out of he given four (b) the home stretch
alternatives, select the alternative which best (c) the whole nine yards
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. (d) the eleventh hour
To have a nodding acqaintance SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
(a) To have a great experience Ans. (c) : For the above sentence, the best substitute
(b) To neglect all the parameters idiom of the underlined word 'everything' is option (c)
(c) Know somebody/something slightly 'the whole nine yards'. Other options give different
(d) To have nothing in common meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-II) 519. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom, 'To have a nodding given idiom.
acquaintance', option (c) 'know somebody/something To vanish into the air
slightly' gives suitable meaning. Other options are not (a) Perpetually postpone
correct. (b) Totally dilute
515. In the following question, out of the given four (c) Completely disappear
alternatives, select the alternative which best (d) Permanently mix
expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-I)
To make a mountain of a mole hill Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "To vanish into
(a) To violate the rules thin air" option (c) 'completely disappears' gives an
(b) To make unnecessary comments appropriate explanation. Other options have different
meaning.
(c) To give great importance to trifles
(d) To achieve big success 520. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV) given idiom.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom, "To make a mountain of In a fix
a mole hill", option (c) "To give great importance to (a) In a difficult situation (b) Under repairs
trifles" gives suitable meaning. Other options are not (c) In a closed space (d) Under observation
correct. SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'In a fix', option (a) 'In a 526. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
difficult situation' gives suitable meaning. Other options given idiom.
are not correct. To break loose
(a) To escape (b) To let go
521. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) To untie (d) To set free
given idiom.
To let someone off SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I
(a) To punish someone lightly Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'To break loose', option
(b) To thank someone (a) To escape gives suitable meaning. other options are
(c) To allow someone incorrect.
(d) To scold someone severely 527. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III given idiom.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'To let someone off', To walk the tight rope
option (a) 'To punish someone lightly' gives suitable (a) Be an expert (b) Be very cautious
meaning. other options are not correct. (c) Be well trained (d) Be very nervous
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
522. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'To walk the tight rope',
option (b) 'be very cautions' gives suitable meaning.
To get wind of Other options are not correct.
(a) To learn something secret
528. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) To gain something unfairly given idiom.
(c) To enjoy a nice weather To get out of hand
(d) To be clear about something (a) To get in a trouble
(b) To get an award
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III (c) To get angry
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'To get wind of', option (d) To get out of control
(a) 'to learn something secret' gives suitable meaning. SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
Other option are not correct. Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'To get out of hand',
523. Select the most appropriate meaning of the option (d) To get out of control' gives suitable meaning.
given idiom. Other options are not correct.
Take up room 529. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) Feel choked (b) Use mildly given idiom.
(c) Occupy space (d) Rent a place Through thick and thin
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II (a) In good and bad times
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Take up room', option (b) With great pride
(c) 'occupy space' gives suitable meaning. Other (c) To work hard to the point of exhaustion
options are not correct. (d) In every possible way
524. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-II
given idiom. Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'through thick and thin',
To beat around the bush option (a) In good and bad times' gives suitable
(a) To discuss the main topic meaning. Other options are not correct.
(b) To avoid the main issue 530. Select the most appropriate meaning of
(c) To avoid noticing someone thegiven idiom.
(d) To explain something in detail To lead one by the nose
SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II (a) To try again after failing at something
(b) To control someone completely
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'To beat around the (c) To have the freedom to choose
bush', option (b) 'To avoid the main issue' gives suitable (d) To be anxious to start something
meaning. Other options are not correct.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-III
525. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'To lead one by the
given idiom. nose', option (b) 'To control someone completely' gives
To bear fruit suitable meaning other options are not correct.
(a) To accept the truth
(b) To be creative 531. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) To produce positive results given idiom.
(d) To put in hard work That ship has sailed
(a) To arrive early
SSC Constable GD-23/11/2021 Shift-III
(b) To reach safely
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom, 'To bear fruit', option (c) (c) Too late to do something
'To produce positive results' gives suitable meaning. (d) Too extreme to follow
Other option are not correct. SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I
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Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'That ship has sailed', 537. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
option (c) too late to do something; gives suitable given idiom.
meaning. Other options are not correct. Tit for tat
532. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) A wild guess (b) Prepare to leave
given idiom. (c) Counter attack (d) Go smoothly
to foot the bill SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
(a) To reveal a secret (b) To be friendly Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Tit for tat', option (c)
(c) To hold grudges (d) To make payment counter attack' gives suitable meaning. Other option are
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I not correct.
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'to foot the bill', option 538. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(d) to make payment gives suitable meaning. other given idiom.
options are not correct. Take one's hat off to someone
533. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) express anger to someone
given idiom. (b) show admiration for someone
Tricks of the trade (c) display humility to someone
(a) A particular profession (d) indicate disapproval of someone
(b) A trick to deceive SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
(c) Special skills or knowledge Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'take one's hat off to
(d) An easy task someone option (b) show admiration for someone gives
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom' Tricks of the trade', 539. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
option (c) 'special skills or knowledge' gives suitable given idiom.
meaning. Other options are not correct. In the same boat
534. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (a) getting married
given idiom. (b) escaping something together
To take after (c) doing something in a team
(a) To mock someone (d) sharing the same problem
(b) To be similar in appearance SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
(c) To chase someone Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'In the same boat', option
(d) To change sides often (d) sharing the same problem' gives suitable meaning.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I Other options are not correct.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'To take after', option (b)
540. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
to be similar in appearance' gives suitable meaning.
given idiom.
Other options are not correct.
Take a cue from someone
535. Select the option that gives the most (a) take someone's position in the queue
appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
(b) be strongly influenced by someone
It is good to take into account all the important
factors before making a decision. (c) wait patiently to listen to someone
(a) control (b) leave (d) treat someone as very important
(c) consider (d) select SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, 'Take a cue from
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'take into account', someone option (b) be strongly influenced by someone
option (c). 'Consider' gives suitable meaning. Other gives suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
options are not correct. 541. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
536. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
given idiom. To make up for
To hold water (a) to praise someone to get something for
(a) To be unsteady and unsure oneself
(b) To be sad and depressed (b) to prepare or arrange something
(c) To be valid and reasonable (c) to replace something that is lost or damaged
(d) To be large and deep (d) to help to make something possible
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-II SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'To hold water', option Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'To make up for' option
(c) To be valid and reasonable' gives suitable meaning. (c) To replace something that is lost or damaged gives
Other options are not correct. suitable meaning. Other options are not correct.
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542. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 547. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Twist someone's arm Throw caution to the wind
(a) handle a situation cleverly (a) enjoy a good outing
(b) understand a problematic situation (b) not go out when it is windy
(c) behave in a reckless manner
(c) persuade someone to do something (d) act in a thoughtful manner
(d) hurt someone by mistake SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Throw caution to the
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'twist someone's arm' wind option (c) 'behave in a reckless manner' gives
option (c) persuade somebody to do something gives correct explanation. Other options are not correct.
suitable meaning. Other options give different meaning. 548. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
543. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
given idiom. Thick as thieves
To call the shots (a) Having a close friendship
(a) To take pictures (b) To have control (b) Being very dishonest
(c) Never helping anyone
(c) To shoot someone (d) To call someone
(d) Telling lies all the time
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'To call the shots' option Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, 'Thick as thieves' option
(b) To have control gives suitable meaning other (a) 'Having close friendship' gives appropriate
options are not correct. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
544. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 549. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
To get cold feet To cut corners
(a) To become afraid to do something (a) cut something easily without spoiling it
(b) Not to think clearly (b) cut something into pieces
(c) be able to do a job effortlessly
(c) To get frost bite in winter (d) not do a thing well in order to save money or
(d) To dip one's feet in cold water effort
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'To get cold feet', option Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'To cut corners' option
(a) to become afraid to do something gives suitable (d) 'not do a thing well in order to save money or effort'
meaning. Other options are not correct. gives an appropriate explanation other options have
different meaning.
545. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. 550. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
The apple of someone's eyes
Tide someone over
(a) the special apple that someone has bought (a) Get a boat ready to cross a river or water
(b) the apple a day that keeps the doctor away body
(c) the apple that is rotten and irritating one's eye (b) Ask someone for financial assistance
(d) the person that someone loves and is proud of (c) Complete a voyage successfully
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I (d) Give temporary help, usually financial
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Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'The apple of someone's
eyes' option (d) the person that someone loves and is Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase, "Tide someone
proud of gives suitable meaning. Other options are not over' option (d) 'give temporary help, usually financial'
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
correct.
different meaning.
546. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 551. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
To cut corners To turn over a new leaf
(a) To reduce corners in a building to save space (a) To change your behaviour in a positive way
(b) To save money and economise (b) To become famous
(c) To cut the corners of a cloth for stitching (c) To buy new things
(d) To remove sharp edges in furniture (d) To understand others' problems
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "to turn over a
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom 'To cut corners', option new leaf" option (a) 'to change your behaviour in a
(b) 'To save money and economise' gives suitable positive way' gives an appropriate explanation. Other
meaning, other options are not correct. options have different meaning.
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552. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 558. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. underlined idiom in the given sentence.
Through and through The authorities have turned a deaf ear to all
(a) partially (b) eventually our requests.
(c) completely (d) gradually (a) acknowledged (b) accepted
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I) (c) presented (d) neglected
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Through and SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
through" option (c) 'completely' gives an appropriate Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "turned a deaf
explanation. Other options have different meaning. ear" option (d) 'neglected' gives an appropriate
553. Select the most appropriate meaning of the explanation. Other options have different meaning.
given idiom. 559. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
To take stock of
(a) to busy stocks given idiom.
(b) to check the accounts To play ducks and drakes
(c) to store goods (a) to use recklessly (b) to change places
(d) to assess a situation (c) to act cleverly (d) to be friendly
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase, 'to take stock Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "To play ducks
of' option (d) 'to assess a situation' gives an appropriate and drakes" option (a) 'to use recklessly' gives an
explanation. Other options have different meaning. appropriate explanation. Other options have different
554. Select the most appropriate meaning of the meaning.
given idiom. 560. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Through thick and thin underlined idiom in the given sentence.
(a) going through pain In spite of her severe accident she took heart
(b) under all circumstances and moved forward.
(c) by unfair means (a) Gathered courage
(d) under extreme pressure (b) Overcame problems
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) (c) Felt depressed
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "through thick (d) Acted promptly
and thin" option (b) 'under all circumstances' gives an SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
appropriate explanation other options have different Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "took heart and
meaning. moved" option (a) 'gathered courage' gives an
555. Select the most appropriate meaning of the appropriate explanation. Other options have different
given idiom. meaning.
Tide over 561. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(a) to jump over (b) to change sides given idiom.
(c) to deceive (d) to overcome Till the cows come home
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) (a) For a small part
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Tide over" (b) Till the work is finished
option (d) 'to overcome' gives an appropriate (c) For a long time
explanation other options have different meaning. (d) In the evening
556. Select the most appropriate meaning of the SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
given idiom. Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase, 'Till the cows
The sword of Damocles come home" option (c) 'for a long time' gives an
(a) a poignant weapon (b) an authentic sword
(c) an impending threat (d) a rare artifact appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) meaning.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase, "The sword of 562. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Damocles" option (c) 'an impending threat' gives an given idiom.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Touch and go
meaning. (a) Unimportant (b) Unchanging
557. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) Uncertain (d) Undoubted
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
underlined idiom in the given sentence.
The dog played in the pond to his heart's Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase, "Touch and go"
content. option (c) 'uncertain' gives an appropriate explanation.
(a) only upto his legs Other options have different meaning.
(b) till he was completely sick 563. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) as much as he wanted to given idiom.
(d) avoiding getting too wet To be thrown in at the deep end
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-III) (a) need to do one thing at a time
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "to his heart's (b) unable to do the given work
content" option (c) 'as much as he wanted' gives an (c) try to do too many things at the same time
appropriate explanation Other options have different (d) learn to do the difficult things too soon
meaning. SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "To be thrown in Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "Turn a deaf ear"
at the deep end" option (d) 'learn to do the difficult option (c) 'to pay no heed' gives an appropriate
things too soon' give an appropriate explanation. Other explanation. Other options have different meaning.
options have different meaning. 569. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
564. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
underlined idiom in the sentence. Take to task
Simran was under tremendous stress because (a) to assign work (b) to give an award
she had too many irons in the fire. (c) to praise (d) to rebuke
(a) She had too many clothes to iron SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(b) She was suffering from many ailments Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "Take to task
(c) She was involved in many activities option (d) 'to rebuke' gives an appropriate explanation.
(d) She had made a lot of risky investments Other options have different meaning.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) 570. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans : (c) For the above idiom/phrase "to many irons in given idiom.
the fire" option (c) 'involved in many activities' gives an to air dirty linen in public
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (a) to discuss private affairs in public
meaning. (b) to hang out clothes in the open
565. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) to continue to complain
underlined idiom in the sentence. (d) to stand up and fight
His family has supported him through thick SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
and thin. Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "to air dirty
(a) on occasions when he had a lot of money linen in public "option (a) 'to discuss private affairs in
(b) even though he has put on weight public gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
(c) when there was a lot of work to be done have different meaning.
(d) in times of good and bad fortune 571. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) given idiom.
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "through thick throw in the towel
and thin" option (d) 'in times of good and bad fortune' (a) face the situation (b) think of a solution
gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have (c) admit defeat (d) drop something
different meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
566. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "Throw in the
given idiom. towel" option (c) 'admit defeat' gives an appropriate
explanation. Other options have different meaning.
Of the first water
(a) of ancient origin 572. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) of favorable opinion given idiom.
(c) of no significance tit for tat
(d) of the best quality (a) to reward people for the good done
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I) (b) to do harm as done to you
(c) to make someone angry
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "of the first (d) to take advantage of someone
water" option (d) 'of the best quality' gives an SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
Ans : (b) For the above idiom/phrase 'tit for tat' option
meaning.
(b) 'to do harm as done to you' gives an appropriate
567. Select the most appropriate meaning of the explanation. Other options have different meaning.
given idiom. 573. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
To take the bull by the horns idiom.
(a) to escape unhurt Touch all bases
(b) to act foolishly (a) Imagine you are flying
(c) to enjoy risky sports (b) Force someone to do something
(d) to face danger boldly (c) Include everything
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I) (d) Stretch your hands high
Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "To take the bull SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
by the horns' option (d) 'to face the danger boldly' gives Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase ' touch all bases'
an appropriate explanation. Other options have different option (c) 'Include everything' gives an appropriate
meaning. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
568. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 574. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Turn a deaf ear Take one's hat off to someone
(a) to make someone deaf (a) Show admiration
(b) to pay attention (b) Indicate disapproval
(c) to pay no heed (c) Express anger
(d) to listen carefully (d) Display humility
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Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "Take one's hat 580. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
off to someone" option (a) 'show admiration' gives an given idiom.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Throw in the towel
meaning. (a) To take a shower
575. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) To decide firmly
(c) To provoke someone
underlined in the given sentence.
(d) To admit defeat or failure
Akshay is likely to take the heart for having
SSC MTS – 16/08/2019 (Shift-II)
miscalculated the expenses.
(a) enjoy warm climate (b) receive criticism Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "Throw in the
(c) feel very hot (d) scold everyone towel" option (d) 'to admit defeat of failure' gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
meaning.
Ans. (b) For the above idiom/phrase "Take the heart"
581. Select the meaning of the given idiom.
option (b) 'receive criticism' gives an appropriate
To be tight-lipped
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (a) To keep quiet
576. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) To keep records
given idiom. (c) To keep up the spirit
Take something with a pinch of salt (d) To keep a fast
(a) To take long to understand what is being said SSC MTS – 13/08/2019 (Shift-III)
(b) To believe only part of something Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To be tight-
(c) To consider everyone a liar lipped" option (a) 'to keep quiet' gives an appropriate
(d) To think of oneself as always right explanation. Other options have different meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-II) 582. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "Take given idiom.
something with a pinch of salt" option (b) 'to believe To take the bull by its horns
only part of something' gives an appropriate (a) To deal with a difficult situation directly
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (b) To accept defeat before a strong adversary
577. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (c) To invest money in an inflationary market
given idiom. (d) To go on a hunting expedition
To take one's hat off SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) To fool someone (b) To feel hot
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To take bull by
(c) To please someone (d) To admire someone
its horns" option (a) 'to deal with a difficult situation
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I)
directly' gives an appropriate explanation. Other
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "to take one's
hat off" option (d) 'to admire someone' gives an options have different meaning.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different 583. Select the option that means the same as the
meaning. given idiom.
578. Select the most appropriate meaning of the To turn over a new leaf
given idiom. (a) To be always careful about one's behaviour
The ball is in (one's) court (b) To change one's behavior for better
(a) To be responsible for further action (c) to make new things happen
(b) To pass the responsibility to another (d) To turn over the page of a book
(c) To be fearful of taking any action SSC GD – 02/03/2019 (Shift-I)
(d) To risk everything in one venture Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "To turn over
SSC MTS – 02/08/2019 (Shift-I) new leaf" option (b) 'to change one's behaviour for
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "The ball is in better' gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
(one's) court" option (a) To be responsible for forther have different meaning.
action. gives an appropriate explanation. Other have
different meaning.
579. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
U
given idiom. 584. Select the most appropriate idiom for the
Too close to call following statement.
(a) A very narrow margin
(b) Huddled together We should be together to fight any danger.
(c) very close to heart Otherwise, separately, we won’t be able to
(d) Winning a competition fight.
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) (a) United we stand, divided we fall.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To close to (b) A full purse makes the mouth speak.
call" option (a) 'a very narrow margin' gives an (c) Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different (d) Well begun is half done.
meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (a) : The appropriate idiom for the statement we Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "under his nose"
should be together to fight any danger. Otherwise option (d) 'right in front of him' gives an appropriate
separately, we won't be able to fight' will be option (a) explanation. Other options have different meaning.
United we stand, divided we fall.
589. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
meaning of other idioms proverbs given in the options given idiom.
are –
Up in arms
A full purse makes the mouth speak → wealth can be a (a) to be angry (b) to be defensive
source of power and influence and that those who
(c) to be nervous (d) to be rude
possess it may be more willing to shore their thoughts
or ideas with others. SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Nothing ventured, nothing gained → you cannot expect Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "Up in arms"
to achieve anything if you never take any risks. option (a) 'to be angry' gives an appropriate explanation.
well begun is falf done – Beginning a project/work sell Other options have different meaning.
makes it easier to do the rest. 590. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
585. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
given idiom. Upset someone's applecart
Under the weather (a) Upsetting someone by dropping the apples
(a) In good weather (b) Damp and wet (b) Making someone angry by ruining business
(c) Bright and sunny (d) Not feeling well (c) Doing something that fails someone's plan
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I (d) Spoiling the apples in someone's cart
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom 'Under the weather',
option 'Not feeling well' gives suitable meaning. Other Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "upset
options are not correct. someone's applecart" option (c) 'Doing something that
586. Select the most appropriate meaning of the fails someone's plane' gives an appropriate
underlined idiom in the given sentence. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
His probation was extended because his 591. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
performance was not up to the mark. given idiom:
(a) more than expected Under the weather
(b) up to the required standard (a) To face bad weather conditions
(c) of the desired height (b) To feel wronged by friends
(d) lacking in maturity (c) Feel strong and energetic
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (d) To be in low spirits
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "up to the mark" SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
option (b) 'up to the required standard' gives an
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "under the
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
meaning. weather" options (d) 'to be in low spirits' gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
587. In the following question, out of the given four
meaning.
alternatives, select the alternative which best
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. 592. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
Up against the wall given idiom.
(a) To take care of themselves and their own Up in arms
interests and safety (a) Angry about something
(b) In a disorderly fashion (b) Throw up arms in joy
(c) In an inextricable situation (c) Given up fighting and surrender
(d) Performing well in a difficult or competitive (d) Divide into armed group
situation SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "up in arms"
Ans. (c) For the above idiom/phrase "up against the option (a) 'Angry about something' gives an
wall" option (c) 'in an inextricable situation' gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have different
appropriate explanation. Other options have different
meaning.
meaning.
588. Select the most appropriate meaning of the 593. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
underlined idiom in the given sentences.
Under wraps
The invigilator did not know that the two boys (a) under estimate (b) double layered
were exchanging notes under his nose.
(c) secretly (d) underhand
(a) rolled into small pellets
(b) written in small letters SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(c) wrapped in handkerchief's Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "under wraps"
(d) right in front of him option (c) 'secretly' gives an appropriate explanation.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) Other options have different meaning.
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599. Select the most appropriate idiom for the
V underlined segment in the given sentence.
Without any question, Naresh is my good
594. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
friend.
given idiom.
(a) A good deal of (b) Care a hang
Vanish into thin air
(a) dilute (b) postpone (c) Account for (d) Beyond a doubt
(c) disappear (d) mix SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II)
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I Ans. (d) : The most appropriate idiom of the underlined
segment 'Without any question' is Beyond a doubt.'
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Vanish into thin air, Meaning of the other idioms-
option (c) 'disappear' gives correct explanation. Other
A good deal of - a lot of
options are not correct.
Care a hang - show no cencern or interest
595. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Account for - to give a reason or explanation for
given idiom. (something)
Vanish into thin air
(a) To completely disappear 600. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom.
(b) To remove suddenly
Will-o-the-wisp
(c) To postpone something
(d) To begin suddenly (a) A splendid dream
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (M.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-III) (b) An unrealistic or unattainable goal
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "To vanish into (c) Having a strong will
thin air" Option (a) 'to completely disappear' gives an (d) Being greedy for money
appropriate explanation. Other options have different SSC GD 06/02/2023 (Shift-III)
meaning. Ans. (b) : The most appropriate meaning of the given
596. Select the most appropriate meaning of given idiom 'will-o-the-wisp' means– 'An unrealistic or
idiom. unattainable goal'.
Vim and Vigor will-o-the-wisp :- something that is impossible to get or
(a) Near to perfection achieve.
(b) Energy and enthusiasm Hence the correct answer is options (b).
(c) Remove suddenly 601. Choose the most appropriate meaning of the
(d) Begin something underlined phrase.
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) Many analysts are tipping stable, blue-chip
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "vim and vigor" companies to weather the storm.
option (b) 'Energy and enthusiasm' gives an appropriate (a) To deal with a simple situation without being
explanation. Other options have different meaning. harmed
(b) To deal with a situation without thinking
597. Select the most appropriate meaning of given
(c) To deal with a simple situation without
idiom.
harming anyone else
Vale of tears
(d) To deal with a difficult situation without
(a) full of enthusiasm (b) full of troubles
being harmed
(c) wild and wooly (d) walking carefully
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III)
SSC MTS – 07/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (d) : For the above underline idiom 'To weather
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, "vale the tears" option
the storm' option (d) 'To deal with a difficult situation
(b) 'full of trouble' gives an appropriate explanation. without being harmed' gives appropriate explanation.
Other options have different meaning. Other options give different meaning.
602. Select the most appropriate idiom for the
W underlined segment in the following sentence.
598. In the following question, out of the given four Brave people never hide at the moment of
alternatives, select the alternative which best decision.
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. (a) Turn back the hands of time
(b) Beat the clock
work against the clocks
(c) A hell of time
(a) To fill one with terror
(d) When the crunch comes
(b) To work fast
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) To die while still working
Ans. (d) : The most appropriate idiom of the above
(d) To move anti-clockwise underlined segment 'at the moment of decision is option
SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II) (d) 'when the crunch comes,' which means 'when a
Ans. (b) : The meaning of the above given situation becomes extremely serious and a decision
idiom/phrase- 'work against the clock' is 'To work fast.' must be made.'
Other options give different meaning. Other options give different meaning.

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603. Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the 608. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
blank. given idiom.
When I was in Italy for a tour, the tourist guide Wash your dirty linen in public
provided by Azim was ________. Because of (a) Fight with everyone unnecessarily
him, the whole tour was successful. (b) Discuss private matters in front of others
(c) Complain about everything
(a) worth his weight in gold
(d) Hangclothes outside
(b) armed to the teeth SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –13/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(c) burning the midnight oil Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, "wash your dirty linen
(d) looking for a needle in a haystack in public" option (b) 'discuss private matters in front of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III) others' gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
Ans. (a) : The Most appropriate idion in the above have different meaning.
blank space option (a) worth his weight in gold' would 609. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
be appropriate which means 'to be very useful or underlined idiom in the given sentence.
helpful.' He is very impulsive and does things without
Meaning of other idioms – rhyme or reason.
(a) without proper planning
Armed to the teath – 'Carrying many weapons.' (b) without a reasonable explanation
Burning the midnight oil – 'Read or work late into the (c) without any resources
night'. (d) without anyone's help
Looking for a needle in a haysteck – 'Someone or SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I)
something. That is very hard to find.' Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, "without rhyme or
604. In the following question, out of the given four reason" option (b) 'without a reasonable explanation'
alternatives, select the alternative which best give an appropriate explanation other options have
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. different meaning.
The whys and wherefores 610. In the following question, out of the given four
(a) References (b) Circumstances alternatives, select the alternative which best
(c) Requirements (d) Reasons expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) Whoop it up
(a) Be continually reminded of an unpleasant
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/Phrase, 'The whys and topic
wherefores', option (d) ‘Reasons’ gives an appropriate (b) Enjoying in a noisy way, usually in a group
explanation. Other options give different meaning. (c) Be totally ignorant or incompetent
(d) Used as an exhortation to overcome or be rid
605. Select the most appropriate meaning of the of something
given idiom. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Wee hours of the day Ans. (b) For the above idiom, "whoop it up" option (b)
(a) Dusk (b) Midnight 'enjoying in a noisy way, usually in a group' gives an
(c) Dawn (d) Noon appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC Constable GD-22/11/2021 Shift-II meaning.
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom 'Wee hours of the day', 611. In the following question, out of the given four
option (c) Dawn gives suitable meaning. Other options alternatives, select the alternative which best
are not correct. expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
606. Select the most appropriate meaning of the With a vengeance
(a) A complete disaster
given idiom. (b) Having similar views or attitude to something
Win laurels (c) To look out for something without particular
(a) To gain honour (b) To punish attention
(c) To be decisive (d) To change (d) Used to emphasize the degree to which
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II something occurs
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'win laurels', option (a)
To gain honour' gives suitable meaning. Other options Ans. (d) For the above idiom, "with a vengeance'
option (d) 'used to emphasize the degree to which
are not correct. something occurs' gives an appropriate explanation.
607. Select the most appropriate meaning of the Other options have different meaning.
given idiom. 612. In the following question, out of the given four
Wipe the floor with someone alternative, select the alternative which best
(a) To defeat someone (b) To cheat someone expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
(c) To criticise someone (d) To help someone Weather the storm
SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I (a) Be absolutely unwilling to operate
(b) Fall over in sudden or dramatic way
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom 'Wipe the floor with (c) Survive a period of difficulty
someone option (a) 'To defeat someone' gives suitable (d) Dispute a decision or choice already made
meaning. Other options are not correct. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
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Ans. (c) For the above idiom/phrase "weather the 618. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
storm" option (c) 'survive a period of difficulty' gives an underlined idiom in the given sentence.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different Our PM is received with open arms wherever
meaning. he goes.
613. In the following question, out of the given four (a) Harmoniously (b) Promptly
alternatives, select the alternative which best
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. (c) Honourably (d) Warmly
Wear the green willow SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) To do something for someone as an act of Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase, "with open arms"
kindness option (d) 'warmly' gives an appropriate explanation.
(b) Suffer unrequited love Other options have different meaning.
(c) Cause someone to be very frightened
(d) Producing a lavish celebrating feast 619. In the following question, out of the four given
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 alternatives, select the alternative which best
Ans. (b) For the above idiom, "wear the green willow" expresses the meaning of the idiom/Phrase.
option (b) 'suffer unrequited love' gives an appropriate Word of mouth
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (a) Give money for talking a lot about nothing
614. In the following question, out of the given (b) Through the verbal sharing of information
alternatives, select the alternative which best (c) Bring order and discipline in the company
expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. (d) To leave someone in the time of difficulty
Wild and woolly SSC MTS 7-10-2017 (Shift-I)
(a) Uncouth in appearance or behavior
(b) Either too much of something or too little Ans. (b) : For the above idiom/phrase "word of mouth"
(c) Near to perfection option (b) 'through the verbal sharing of information'
(d) Ignoring all obligations gives an appropriate explanation. Other options have
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 different meaning.
Ans. (a) For the above idiom, "wild and woolly" option 620. In the following question, out of the given four
(a) 'uncouth in appearance or behavior' gives an
appropriate explanation. Other options have different alternatives, select the alternative which best
meaning. expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
615. Select the most appropriate meaning of the With open arms
given idiom. (a) Cordially (b) Often
Walking on thin ice (c) Seldom (d) Frequently
(a) walking carefully SSC MTS 9-10-2017 (Shift-I)
(b) performing a ballet Ans : (a) For the above idiom/phrase "with open arms"
(c) slipping on ice
(d) doing something risky option (a) 'cordially' gives an appropriate explanation.
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Other options have different meaning.
Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "walking on thin 621. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
ice" option (d) 'doing something risky' gives an given idiom.
appropriate explanation. Other options have different When pigs fly
meaning. (a) A difficult situation
616. Select the most appropriate meaning of the (b) An argument between two people
underlined idiom the given sentence. (c) A practical idea
A mountaineer has to walk the tight rope as a
small slip can prove to be fatal. (d) A time that will never come
(a) be an expert (b) be very nervous SSC MTS – 19/08/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) be very cautious (d) be well trained Ans. (d) : For the above idiom/phrase "when pigs fly"
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-II) option (d) 'A time that will never come' gives an
Ans. (c) : For the above idiom/phrase "walk the tight appropriate explanation. Other options have different
rope "option (c) 'be very cautious' gives an appropriate meaning.
explanation. Other options have different meaning.
622. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
617. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
given idiom. given idiom.
Work against the clock Work like a charm
(a) work late in the night (a) To do something faster
(b) work against all problems (b) To delay a task
(c) work with concentration (c) To work very well
(d) work in great hurry (d) To do a magic trick
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC MTS – 14/08/2019 (Shift-III)
Ans : (d) For the above idiom/phrase "work against the
clock" option (d) 'work in great hurry' gives an Ans. (c) : For the above idiom "work like a charm"
appropriate explanation. Other options have different option (c) 'to work very well' gives an appropriate
meaning. explanation. Other options have different meaning.
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623. Select the meaning of the given idiom. Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, Yeoman's services
A wild-goose chase option (a) 'excellent work' gives an appropriate
(a) Useless search (b) Timely action explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(c) Wise decision (d) Delayed action 628. Select the most appropriate meaning of given
SSC MTS – 09/08/2019 (Shift-I) idiom.
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom/phrase "A wild-goose Young blood
chase" option (a) 'useless search' gives an appropriate (a) young person (b) inexperienced person
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (c) very attentive (d) angry and hurt
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
X Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, "Young blood" option
(b) 'inexperienced person' gives an appropriate
624. Select the most appropriate meaning of given explanation. Other options have different meaning.
idiom.
X-factor Z
(a) a special talent or quality
(b) bad quality 629. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(c) unhappy given idiom.
(d) without hope Zero tolerance
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) (a) To detect someone in the group is betraying
the others
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, "X-factor" option (a) 'a
(b) Riding in the front passenger seat of a car
special talent or quality' gives an appropriate
(c) To escape and not have to pay
explanation. Other options have different meaning.
(d) A policy of not allowing any violations of a
625. Select the most appropriate meaning of given rule or law
idiom.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-I)
X-rated
(a) angry and hurt Ans. (d) : For the above idiom, 'Zero tolerance' option
(b) Pornographic or indecent (d) ''A Policy of not allowing any violations of a rule or
law'' gives an appropriate explanation. Other options
(c) eternal fame
give different meaning.
(d) very attentive
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-I) 630. Select the most appropriate meaning of given
idiom.
Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, "X-rated" option (b)
Zip your lip
'pornographic or indecent' gives an appropriate (a) start talking (b) to stay calm
explanation. Other options have different meaning. (c) a tempting offer (d) cursory look
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Y Ans. (b) : For the above idiom, "zip your lip" option (b)
'to stay calm' gives an appropriate explanation. Other
626. Select the most appropriate meaning of the options have different meaning.
given idiom.
631. Select the most appropriate meaning of given
You snooze, you lose idiom.
(a) If you are not alert, you are likely to miss Zonk out
opportunities. (a) to fall asleep (b) angry and hurt
(b) You may lose your money if snoozing is not (c) eternal fame (d) without hope
stopped SSC MTS – 22/08/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : For the above idiom, "zonk out" option (a)
(c) Laziness is not good
'to fall asleep' gives an appropriate explanation. Other
(d) If you oversleep, you are likely to lose a job options have different meaning.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) 632. Select the most appropriate meaning of given
Ans. (a) : The most appropriate meaning of the above idiom.
given idiom 'you snooze, you lose' is option (a) 'if you Zenith of life
are not a lot, you are likely to miss apportunities.' (a) Important for life
(b) happy and free
Other given option are not correct. (c) highest pinnacle of someone's life
627. Select the most appropriate meaning of given (d) unhappy and regretful
idiom. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-I)
Yeoman's services Ans. (c) : For the above idiom, "zenith of life" option
(a) excellent work (b) happy and free (c) 'highest pinnacle of someone's life' gives an
(c) hopeful attention (d) sincere affection appropriate explanation. Other options have different
SSC MTS – 21/08/2019 (Shift-II) meaning.
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READING COMPREHENSION
TCS hewšve& hej DeeOeeefjle (Based On TCS Pattern)
Chapterwise Exam Question No. Years
1 CGL (Tier-1) 48
CGL (Tier-2) 22
Reading comprehension CHSL (Tier-1) 35
CHSL (Tier-2) 15
(2017–2023)
Selection Post VII, VIII, XI 20
SSC MTS 35
SSC GD 25
SSC CPO SI 50

Sec-III
Trend Analysis of Questions topicwise from CGL (Pre & Mains)
CHSL (Pre & Mains) Selection Post VII, VIII, XI, SSC MTS, SSC
GD & Other Exams (2017-2023)

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READING COMPREHENSION
Comprehension: Ans. (c) : According to the context of the above
Read the given passage and answer the passage, the tone of the speaker is 'emotional'.
questions that follow. Other options give different meanings.
“For me, trees have always been the most penetrating Sarcastic – Sour,
preachers. I revere them when they live in tribes and
Vituperative – Sardonic,
families, in forests and groves. And even more I revere
them when they stand alone. They are like lonely Apathetic – Indifferent,
persons. Not like hermits who have stolen away out of 4. Select the most suitable word given in the
some weakness, but like great, solitary men, like passage that means ‘very good and perfect’.
Beethoven and Nietzsche. In their highest boughs the (a) Luminous (b) Holier
world rustles, their roots rest in infinity; but they do not (c) Penetrating (d) Exemplary
lose themselves there, they struggle with all the force of SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
their lives for one thing only: to fulfill themselves
according to their own laws, to build up their own form, Ans. (d) : The most suitable word is option (d)
to represent themselves. Nothing is holier, nothing is 'Exemplary' which means 'very good and perfect.
more exemplary than a beautiful, strong tree. When a Other options give different meanings.
tree is cut down and reveals its naked death-wound to the Luminous – Radiant,
sun, one can read its whole history in the luminous, Holier – Pure,
inscribed disk of its trunk: in the rings of its years, its Penetrating – Acute,
scars, all the struggle, all the suffering, all the sickness,
all the happiness and prosperity stand truly written, the 5. Where does the world rustle, according to the
narrow years and the luxurious years, the attacks given passage?
withstood, the storms endured. And every young farm- (a) Around the trunk of trees
boy knows that the hardest and noblest wood has the (b) In the deepest roots of trees
narrowest rings, that high on the mountains and in (c) Over the forest in the sunny days
continuing danger the most indestructible, the strongest, (d) In the highest boughs of trees
the ideal trees grow.” SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
1. Which of the following labels is most
appropriate for the author of the given Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above passage,
passage? the world rustle does 'in the highest boughs of trees.'
(a) Arrogant theorist Other options give different meanings.
(b) Social activist Comprehension:
(c) Nostalgic dreamer Read the given passage and answer the questions that
(d) Environment enthusiast follow.
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I) Satyajit Ray's films are rich in sociological elements
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above passage, which portray themes like faulty social structures,
the most appropriate label is option (d) 'Environment childhood experiences, poverty-stricken India, rural life,
enthusiast; complexities in relationships and politics, religion,
Other options give different meanings. gender and on. Films like Devi or The Goddess and
2. Where can one read the complete history of a Mahapurush or The Godman show how religion becomes
tree? a breeding ground of superstitions and how the blind
(a) On its skin when it is counted faith of people in ‘Godmen’, without analysing the
(b) On its trunk when it is cut down reality, leave people trapped in the end. In Pather
Panchali or Song of the Road, Ray shows how Apu and
(c) On its branches when it is full-grown
Durga enjoy their childhood despite their poverty. The
(d) On its leaves in sunny days
innocence and mirth of childhood offers a sharp contrast
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I) with the disconsolate faces of other adults in the family
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above passage, who are affected by the present harsh situations. A
one can read the complete history of a tree. 'on its critique of autocracy is found in his film Hirak Rajar
trunk when it is cut down; Deshe or In the Country of the Diamond King which is
Other options give different meanings. an overall political satire. Although Satyajit Ray's
3. What is the tone of the speaker? films are deeply rooted in Bengali culture, they have a
(a) Sarcastic (b) Vituperative universal significance, and much of it is perhaps because
(c) Emotional (d) Apathetic his film making is heavily inspired by neo-realist
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I) principles.
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6. According to the passage, how has City Mayor Bill de Blasio, in a press briefing on
Mahapurush been translated? Thursday said, "We are now on high alert in addressing
(a) Great man (b) The one man the syndrome after the number of confirmed cases of
(c) Great being (d) Godman paediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome in the
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) city has reached 100." "Among those cases, 55 children
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, Mahapurush have tested positive for COVID-19 or the antibodies", de
translated as Godman. Other options are not correct. Blasio said, "and one child has died". Two Blasio had
Hence option (d) will be correct. reported 82 cases of the syndrome in the city.
These developments continue to be 'really troubling' after
7. According to the passage, which of the
following was a major inspiration for Satyajit it was previously thought that "children seemed to have
Ray? very little effect from this disease," do Blasio said. He
urged parents to call their doctor immediately if a child
(a) Comics (b) Early Bengali cinema
had a persistent fever, a rash abdominal pain, vomiting
(c) The society (d) Neo realism
and especially a combination of these symptoms.
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) 11. When the City Mayor says, "We are now on
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, A major high alert in addressing the syndrome", means:
inspiration for Satyajit Ray was 'Neo realism'. Other (a) people are consulting each other in panic
options are not correct. Hence option (d) will be (b) the administration understands it's an urgent
correct. health issue
8. Which film by Satyajit Ray deals with the (c) it's sad for the people who are suffering
portrayal of childhood? (d) the city administration is concerned about war
(a) Devi (b) Hirak Rajar Deshe SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
(c) Pather Panchali (d) Mahapurush Ans. (b) : According to the 3rd Paragraph of the
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) sentence, option (b) ‘the administration understands it’s
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, 'The Pather an urgent health issue’ would be the correct answer.
Panchali' by Satyajit Ray deals with the portrayal of 12. It can be said that children are suffering from
children. Other options are not correct. Hence option the disease if they have the following
(c) will be correct. symptoms:
9. Which of the following is NOT a theme of any 1. Pain in the stomach
of Satyajit Ray’s movies, according to the 2. Fever that does not go
passage? 3. Toxic shock
(a) Rural life 4. Vomiting
(b) Complexities in relationships 5. Pain in the whole body
(c) Faulty social structures (a) 1, 2 and 4 (b) 2, 3 and 5
(d) Motivational life stories (c) 3, 4 and 5 (d) 1, 4 and 5
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, Motivational life Ans. (a) : According to the passage, it can be said that
stories is not a theme of any of Satyajit Ray's movie. children are suffering from the disease if they have pain
Hence, option (d) will be correct. in stomach, fever, and Vomiting. Hence option (a) will
10. Which film by Satyajit Ray deals with the be correct.
theme of autocracy? 13. The new disease is said to be a 'multi-system
(a) Devi (b) Mahapurush disorder'. This means:
(c) Hirak Rajar Deshe (d) Pather Panchali (a) it affects many body functions
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) (b) it affects a large number of people
(c) there are many cases
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, 'Hirak Rajar
Deshe' is deals with the theme of autocracy by Satyajit (d) it requires many tests
Ray. Other options are not correct. Hence option (c) SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
will be correct. Ans. (a) : According to the passage, ‘multi-system
Comprehension: disorder’ means it affect many body function. Hence
Read the given passage and answer the options (a) would be correct.
questions that follow. 14. The word 'paediatric' in the passage refers to:
New York City is on 'high alert' after reporting 100 cases (a) medical care of adults
of a rare inflammatory disease apparently tied to (b) stomach diseases
COVID-19 in children. (c) medical care of children
The city recently began reporting rising cases of (d) research in immunity
paediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome, an SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
illness officials say is similar to toxic shock or Kawasaki
disease, with symptoms including a fever and abdominal Ans. (c) : According to the passage, ‘Paediatric’ refers
pain and which 'appears to be linked to an immune to medical care of children. Hence option (c) would be
response to COVID-19', The New York Times reports. correct.
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15. It was previously thought that 'children seemed Ans. (c) : According to the passage, Antonym of given
to have very little effect from this disease'. This word 'Systematically' (Respectively) is 'Haphazardly'
disease refers to: (by chance/casually). Other options give different
(a) inflammation of organs meaning.
(b) Covid-19 Evenly - Equally
(c) Kawasaki disease Oddly - Peculiarly
(d) a multi-organ disease Selectively - Choicely
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-I
17. Select the most appropriate title for the
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the children passage.
seemed to have very little from the disease ‘Covid-19’.
(a) Importance of Fine Motor Skills
Hence option (b) would be correct.
(b) Systematic Development of Children
Comprehension: (c) Development of New-borns
Read the given passage and answer the (d) Development of Fine Motor Skills in
questions that follow. Children
Fine motor skills development allows children to execute SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
vital tasks such as feeding themselves, writing, zipping
their garments, and more. Small muscles that govern the Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most
hand, fingers, and thumbs are used in fine motor activity. appropriate title for the passage is 'Development of
Fine motor abilities assist youngsters in doing crucial fine motor skills in children'. Other options are not
tasks such as self-feeding, handling objects, and writing. correct. Hence, Options (d) will be correct.
The capacity to do selfcare and everyday chores utilising 18. When do children learn to regulate the release
fine motor skills promotes the development of a child's of the objects that they are gripping?
self-esteem and confidence. (a) 12-24 months (b) 6-12 months
Fine motor skills develop systematically in children. (c) 2-4 years (d) 3-6 months
Most new-borns have a reflexive grip at birth and begin SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
to reach for items about three months of age. They will Ans. (b) : According to sense of the passage when
also begin to practise their voluntary grip and two- children in 6-12 months they learn to regulate the
handed palmar grasps. At 5 months, they should be able release of the objects that they are gripping. Other
to demonstrate a one-handed palmar grip, and at 6 options are not correct. Hence, option (b) will be correct.
months, they should be able to create a controlled reach.
Most new-borns begin to reach and grab for items to put 19. When do children get interested in playing with
in their mouth between the ages of 6 and 12 months, and building blocks?
they begin to gain the capacity to regulate the release of (a) 12-24 months (b) 0-6 months
objects they are gripping. They will also develop a pincer (c) 2-4 years (d) 6-12 months
grasp and use it to pick objects up (thumb and one SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
finger).They will also be able to move an object from Ans. (a) : According to sense of the passage when
one hand to the other and drop and pick up their toys. children 12-24 months they get Interested in playing
Most youngsters are interested in stacking building with building blocks. Other options are not correct.
blocks between the ages of 12 and 24 months. They will Hence, option (a) will be correct.
also practise putting rings on a stick, putting pegs on a 20. In light of the above passage, which of the
pegboard, and turning pages a few at a time. They can following toys may help in the development of
also begin to draw, paint with their entire arm movement, fine motor skills?
moving their hands and producing strokes, and feed (a) All of the given options
themselves with little to no help.
(b) Stacks and building blocks
Toddlers at the age of two can begin to string big beads,
(c) String beads
turn single pages, cut with scissors, and handle crayons
with their thumb and fingers (instead of their fist). They (d) Crayons
will also be able to use only one hand for most tasks and SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
begin to paint with their wrists, forming dots, lines, and Ans. (a) : In light of the above passage 'All of the
circular strokes. Your youngster will also be able to eat given options (Stacks and building blocks/string
consistently and without help. Most youngsters will be beads/Crayons) 'toys may help in the development of
able to cut along the dotted lines on paper by the age of fine motor skills.' Hence, option (a) will be correct.
four. They will be able to draw a cross or square shape
Comprehension:
and write their name and the numbers 1 to 5. They will
be able to copy letters and will have mastered their Read the given passage and answer the
handedness. They will also be able to dress themselves question that follows.
for the first time. Steel is tough, and it can easily be shaped, cut or made
16. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the into wire. Special alloys of steel can be made by adding
given word. small amounts ofother metals such as aluminium, nickel
Systematically and copper. Alloys give steel unusual hardness,
toughness or ability to resist rust. Steel isoften called the
(a) Evenly (b) Oddly backbone of modern industry. Almost everything we use
(c) Haphazardly (d) Selectively is either made of iron or steel or has been made with
SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV) toolsand machinery of these metals. Ships, trains, trucks
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and autos are made largely of steel. Even the safety pins Ans. (d) : According to sense of the passage, the
and the needles youuse are made from steel. Oil wells are structure of the passage is 'Descriptive' other options
drilled with steel machinery. Steel pipelines transport oil. give different meaning. Hence option (d) will be
Minerals are mined with steelequipment. Farm machines correct.
are mostly steel. Large buildings have steel framework. 25. Based on the given passage, which of the
21. Why is steel often called the backbone of following inferences can be made?
modern industry? (a) Conservation efforts are solely focused on
(a) Steel is tough. protecting the Sapphire-winged Warbler.
(b) Steel can be added with any material. (b) The discovery of the Sapphire-winged
(c) It is easy to make steel alloys. Warbler has sparked global interest in
(d) Steel is used in almost every tool and birdwatching.
machinery. (c) The Sapphire-winged Warbler is an
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) aggressive and territorial bird species.
Ans. (d) : According to the passage steel often called (d) The scientific community has lost interest in
the backbone of modern Industry because steel is used studying avian species.
in almost every toal and machinery. Hence option (d) SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
will be correct. Ans. (b) : According to the passage, 'The discovery of
22. What is the tone of the passage? the sapphire-winged warbler has sparked global
(a) Informative (b) Ironical interest in bird watching' inference is made. Hence
(c) Judgemental (d) Critical option (b) will be correct.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) 26. Select the most appropriate title for the given
passage.
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, the tone of the
passage is 'Informative' other options are not correct. (a) The Curious Behavior of Birds in Remote
Hence option (a) will be correct. Islands
(b) Conservation Efforts in Tropical Rainforests
23. Select an appropriate title for the passage from (c) The Migratory Journey of the Sapphire-
the given options. winged Warbler
(a) Mineral ores (b) Manufacturing (d) The Unique Features of the Sapphire-winged
(c) Steel Industry (d) Resources of Steel Warbler
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, the most Ans. (c) : According to sense of the passage, the most
appropriate title is 'steel industry'. Hence option (c) appropriate title is 'The migratory journey of the
will be correct. sappire-winged warbler'. Other options are not correct.
Comprehension: Hence option (c) will be correct.
Read the given passage carefully and answer 27. Which statement best reflects a fact mentioned
the question that follows. in the given passage?
The discovery of a new bird species has sparked (a) The Sapphire-winged Warbler is the only bird
excitement among ornithologists and bird enthusiasts species on the tropical island.
worldwide. The bird, namedthe Sapphire-winged Warbler, (b) The Sapphire-winged Warbler is the largest
discovered in a remote tropical island's rainforests, is a bird species in the avian kingdom.
unique bird with vibrant blue feathers and adistinctive (c) Researchers are using satellite tracking
melodic song. Birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts have devices to study the bird's migratory patterns.
been flocking to the island in hopes of catching a glimpse (d) Schools on the island organise annual bird-
of thiselusive and captivating creature. The discovery of watching competitions.
the Sapphire-winged Warbler highlights the importance of
preserving and protectinghabitats. Amidst the excitement SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
surrounding the discovery of the Sapphire-winged Warbler, Ans. (c) : According to the passage, statement (c)
researchers have embarked on a missionto uncover the Researchers are using satellite tracking devices to
bird's migratory patterns. Equipped with satellite tracking study the bird's migratory patterns. Other options are
devices, they aim to trace the remarkable journey of not correct. Hence option (c) will be correct.
thisspecies across vast distances. By unravelling its Comprehension:
migratory routes and stopover locations, scientists hope to Read the given passage and answer the
gain insight into thechallenges the Sapphire-winged question that follows.
Warbler faces during its arduous travels. The local
community on the tropical island has embracedthe On woody plants known as vines, luscious, smooth-
newfound avian resident with great enthusiasm. Efforts are skinned berries called grapes grow in dense clusters. In
particular, grapes are grown in France, Italy, Spain,
underway to raise awareness about the importance of
Australia, Chile, Romania, Georgia, South Africa and
conservationand to create protected areas that ensure the
California, all of which have warm summers
continued existence of this exquisite species. andmoderate winters. Table grapes are larger and
24. Identify the structure of the passage. sweeter grapes that are intended for fresh consumption.
(a) Sequential (b) Cause and effect To create wine, 80% of thegrapes are crushed. The
(c) Classification (d) Descriptive fermentation process turns grapes into wine. To make
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) raisins, grapes must also be dried.
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Grapes ripen in the area of California in August. They Comprehension :
are cut from the vines and left on trays to dry for two to Read the passage and answer the questions given
three weeks. So, to transform them into raisins, they are after it.
further cooked and steeped in particular treatments. The savanna landscape is typified by tall grass and short
According to studies, one acre of grapes can make trees. It is rather misleading to call the savanna ‘tropical
roughly 15,000 glasses of wine on average. Grapes of the grassland’, because trees are always present with the
Thompson, Flame, Ruby, Perlette and Tokay varieties luxuriant tall grass. The terms ‘parkland’ or ‘bush-veld’
are popular. perhaps describe the landscape better.
28. Identify the most appropriate ANTONYM of Trees grow best towards the equatorial humid latitudes
the word ‘stare’ from the passage. or along river banks but decrease in height and density
(a) Glimpse (b) Excitement away from the equator. They occur in clumps or as
(c) Arduousness (d) Vibrancy scattered individuals.
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) The trees are deciduous, shedding their leaves in the
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, the most cool, dry season to prevent excessive loss of water
appropriate antonym of the word 'stare' is 'glimpse'. through transpiration, e.g. acacias. Others have broad
Meaning of other options - trunks, with water-storing devices to survive through the
Excitement - Stimulation prolonged drought such as baobabs and bottle trees.
Trees are mostly hard, gnarled and thorny and may
Arduousness - Diligence exude gum like gum arable. Many trees are umbrella
Vibrancy - Shaking shaped, exposing only a narrow edge to the strong winds.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Palms which cannot withstand the drought are confined
29. Select the most appropriate title for the to the wettest areas or along rivers. Vegetative luxuriance
passage. reaches its peak in the rainy season, when trees renew
(a) Wine making (b) Varieties of grapes their foliage and flower. In true savanna lands, the grass
(c) Grapes and its uses (d) Grapes and world is tall and coarse, growing 6 to 12 feet high. The elephant
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) grass may attain a height of even 15 feet! The grass tends
Ans. (c) : The most appropriate title for the above to grow in compact tufts and has long roots which reach
passage is option (c) 'Grapes and its uses'. Other down in search of water. It appears greenish and well-
options are not correct. nourished in the rainy season but turns yellow and dies
down in the dry season that follows. The grass lies
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
dormant throughout the long, rainless period and springs
30. In which region do grapes ripen in August? up again in the next rainy season.
(a) Chile (b) California In between the tall grass are scattered short trees and low
(c) France (d) Australia bushes. As the rainfall diminishes towards the deserts the
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) savanna merges into thorny scrub. In Australia, this
Ans. (b) : According to sense of the above passage, scrubland is particularly well represented by a number of
Grapes ripen in the area of California in August. species: mallee, mulga, spinifex grass and other bushes.
Hence, option (b) will be correct. The savanna, particularly in Africa, is the home of wild
31. Based on your reading of the passage, select the animals. It is known as the ‘big game country’ and
most appropriate word which best describes thousands of animals are trapped or killed each year by
‘luscious’. people from all over the world. Some of the animals are
(a) Large (b) Juicy tracked down for their skins, horns, tusks, bones or hair,
(c) Smooth (d) Soft others are captured alive and sent out of Africa as zoo
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) animals, laboratory specimens or pets. There is such a
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the most wealth of animal life in Africa that many of the animal
appropriate meaning of the word 'luscious' is 'Juicy'. films that we see at the cinema are actually taken in the
Meaning of other options - savanna. There are, in fact, two main groups of animals
Large - Great in the savanna, the grass-eating herbivorous animals and
Smooth - Glib the fleshing-eating carnivorous animals. The herbivorous
Soft - Pulpy animals are often very alert and move swiftly from place
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). to place insearch of green pastures. They are endowed
32. What does the fermentation process do? with great speed to run away from the savage flesh-eaters
(a) Turns grapes into raisins that are always after them. The leaf and grass-eating
(b) Turns grapes into wine animals include the zebra, antelope, giraffe, deer,
gazelle, elephant and okapi. Many are well camouflaged
(c) Makes grapes larger
species and their presence amongst the tall greenish-
(d) Crushes the grapes
brown grass cannot be easily detected. The giraffe with
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) such a long neck can locate its enemies a great distance
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above passage, away, while the elephant is so huge and strong that few
the fermentation process do turns grapes into wine. animals will venture to come near it. It is well equipped
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). with tusks and trunk for defence. The carnivorous
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animals like the lion, tiger, leopard, hyena, panther, Ans. (b) : According to the passage, ‘Baobab tree’ has
jaguar, jackal, lynx and puina have powerful jaws and water storing capacity in its broad trunk. Hence option
teeth for attacking other animals. Their natural colorings (b) would be correct.
of light yellowish-brown, often with stripes like the tiger 39. Which species of vegetation is NOT found in
or spots like the leopard, match perfectly with the tawny Australian Savanna ?
background of the savanna. They often hide themselves (a) mallee (b) mulga
in shady spots up in the branches or amidst the tall (c) elephant grass (d) spinifex grass
bushes, and many wild animals, as well as hunters SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
themselves, are caught unawares in this manner. Ans. (c) : According to the passage, ‘Elephant Grass’ is
33. Why is Savanna is Africa called the "Big Game not found in Australian Savanna. Hence option (c)
Country"? would be correct
(a) There are both carnivores and herbivores. 40. Select the most appropriate meaning of the
(b) Thousands of animals are hunted here. underlined words as it is used in the text.
(c) Animal movies are particularly shot here. Palms which cannot withsand the drought are
(d) It is home to many wild animals. confined to the wettest areas or along rivers.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II (a) Endure (b) Convert
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, Savanna in Africa (c) Undergo (d) Suffer
called the ‘Big Game Country’ because thousands of SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
animals are hunted here. Hence option (b) would be Ans. (a) : Appropriate meaning of the underlined word
correct. ‘withstand’ is Endure. Hence option (a) would be
34. The main theme of the passage is : correct.
(a) Life in Savnna grassland Meaning of other worlds–
(b) Grasses of the grassland Savanna Convert – Modify
(c) Vegetation and animal life in Savanna Undergo – Incur
(d) Wealth of animal life in Africa Suffer – Sustain
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II 41. Select the carnivorous animal from the
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, the main theme of following :
the passage is vegetation and animal life in Savanna. (a) zebra (b) lynx
Hence option (c) would be correct. (c) okapi (d) gazelle
35. What kind of a passage is it ? SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
(a) Analytical (b) Informative Ans. (b) : In the above options, ‘lynx’ is carnivorous
(c) Narrative (d) Literary animal. Hence option (b) would be correct.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II 42. What is the main feature of Savanna
Ans. (b) : According to the sense, The passage is landscape?
Informative. Hence option (b) would be correct. (a) tall grass and short trees
36. Match the words with their meanings. (b) dense forests with tall trees
Words - a. luxurian, b. dormant, c. prolonged (c) dry grass and low bushes
Meanings - 1. continued, 2. lush, 3. sleeping (d) tall trees and short grass
(a) a-3, b-2, c-1 (b) a-2, b-1, c-3 SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
(c) a-2, b-3, c-1 (d) a-1, b-3, c-2 Ans. (a) : The main feature of Savanna landscape is tall
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II grass and short trees. Hence option (a) would be correct.
Ans. (c) : Correct Matching for the above question is Comprehension:
a – 2, b – 3, c – 1. Hence option (c) will be correct.
Read the given passage and answer the questions that
37. What helps an elephant fight its enemies ? follow.
(a) its legs and ears I was on a visit to Calcutta. It was Saturday and I was
(b) its tusks and trunk staying for the weekend at my cousin's. That evening my
(c) its size and strength cousin, who works in a firm, had to fly to Delhi for a
(d) is neck and tail meeting. So, his wife drove him to the airport and I
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II accompanied them. On our way back from the airport we
Ans. (b) : According to the passage Elephants fight its stopped by a lake. My cousin's wife said, "Let me show
enemies with their tusks and trunk. Hence option (b) you where we spend some of our evenings." She locked
would be correct. the car and we began to walk towards the lake. There
was a small bridge to cross and she led the way. Three
38. Which of the following trees has water storing young men were coming from the other end of the
capacity in is broad trunk ? bridge. As they approached us, one of them said to me,
(a) Acacia (b) Baobab "Can I have a match?" As I put my hand into my pocket
(c) Palm (d) Gum arable for the match box, I heard a cry of alarm. And then I saw
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II what was happening.

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One of the other two men had snatched the handbag from Comprehension:
my cousin's wife and passed it on the man next to him. Read the given passage and answer the questions that
He in turn passed it to the third man and all three started
follow.
running back to where they had come from. My cousin's Difficult times could create feelings of anxiety,
wife kept shouting and hurling abuses at them but made insecurity and fear. As we navigate through undesirable
no attempt to follow them to retrieve her bag. I wanted to
situations and uncertainities, we find that negativities
chase them but she stopped me saying that such rogues surrounding the problems consume our mind. It is in
could be armed and dangerous. As it was dark, the three those times that we have to exert ourselves to change our
men were soon out of sight. I felt sorry for not being of
perspective and adopt a more positive and solution-
any help but my cousin's wife assumed me that there was driven attitude. Wise people have always chosen to
no money or valuables in the bag. She had just kept a leverage adversities as opportunities for growth and
couples of apples and a packet of biscuits in the handbag
progress, rather than succumb to negative thought
in case I felt hungry. patterns. Saint Kabir described how different people
43. One of the three men asked narrator for a respond when challenged by problems: "Gold, virtuous
match to: people and saints are resilient; you may break them a
(a) burn the handbag hundred times and yet they will rejoin. In contrast,
(b) smoke a cigarette negative people and clay pots are fragile; one shattered,
(c) stop and divert the narrator's attention they are broken forever."
(d) pass the bag to his accomplice The distinguishing feature of the successful is that they
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II have a mind-set that enables them to remain positive in
Ans. (c) : According to the passage one of the three the face of adversity and even utilise the negative
men asked narrator for a match to stop and divert the situation for their benefit. The eagle can teach us a few
lessons on this. When the storm starts blowing, it does
narrator’s attention. Hence option (c) would be correct.
44. After dropping the narrator's cousin, his not cower down before it. It flies to a higher point and
cousin's wife took him to a lake to: waits for the wind to blow over. When the storm sets in,
(a) show him the place where she and her the eagle spreads its wings and use the draft of the wind
husband spent their evenings to rise higher and higher in the sky. It does not run away
(b) enjoy the cool breeze in the evening from the storm, rather it uses the storm to its advantage.
(c) have a picnic by the lakeside While the storm rages below, the eagle soars above it.
(d) have an evening walk on the bridge The winning attitude to overcome despair and stress is to
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II realise that adversities have opportunities inherent in
Ans. (a) : According to the passage option (a) would bethem and opportunities do not come without problems.
the correct answer for the above question. Hence, difficulties and obstacles have a positive side to
45. Why did the narrator's counsin's wife stop him them as they make us grow from within. A gem gets
from chasing the thieves? polished with friction. The finest steel is produced by
(a) She wanted to retrieve the bag herself. putting it in fire. Similarly, the more hardships we face,
(b) He couldn't follow them in the dark. the stronger we become.
(c) She feared they could harm the narrator. 48. Which of the following is an ideal way of
(d) There were no valuables in the handbag. handling a difficult situation?
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II (a) Moving away from difficulties
Ans. (c) : The narrators cousin’s stop him from chasing (b) Making the best use of a situation to your
the thieves because. She feared they could harm the advantage
narrator. Hence option (c) is correct. (c) Becoming overcome by stress and negativity
46. Which of the following statements is not true? (d) Thinking deeply about the impact of
(a) There was no real loss in the incident. adversities
(b) The handbag contained apples and biscuits. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
(c) The narrator drove his cousin to the airport.
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, Making the best
(d) The narrator's cousin lived in Calcutta.
use of a situation to your advantage’ is an ideal way of
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II
handling a difficult situation
Ans. (c) : According the passage, option (c) is not
correct statement. Other statements are true. 49. Saint Kabir believed that saintly people:
47. How long was the narrator going to stay at his (a) can be broken easily
cousin's place? (b) are not willing to suffer a hundred times
(a) One week (b) Two weeks (c) can be overcome by fear easily
(c) One day (d) Two days (d) can regain their strength easily
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-II SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the narrator going Ans. (d) : According to the passage, Saint Kabir
to stay at his cousin’s place for two weeks. Hence believed that saintly people can regain their strength
option (b) is correct. easily. Hence option (d) is correct.

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50. When there is a storm, an eagle ............. But they had. They believed the workhouse was a
(a) waits for it to end, then starts flying regular place of public entertainment for the
(b) uses it to fly away to safety poorer classes; a tavern where there was nothing
(c) gets scared and hides to save itself to pay; a public breakfast, dinner, tea and supper
all the year round; a brick and mortar place, where
(d) flies high above it, using its force it was all play and no work. 'Oho!' said the board,
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I looking very knowing; 'we are the fellows to set
Ans. (d) : When there is a storm, an eagle flies high this to rights; we'll stop it all, in no time.'
above it, using its force. Hence option (d) is correct. So, they established the rule, that all poor people
51. Which of the following is not a message that the should be starved by a gradual process in the
passage gives us? house. The water-works were asked to lay on an
unlimited supply of water; a com-factory asked to
(a) Those who are positive are fragile and can be
supply small quantities of oatmeal; and it was
easily shattered by difficulties. decided to issue three meals of thin gruel a day,
(b) We have to change our view point and adopt with an onion twice a week, and half a roll of
a more positive and solution-driven attitude bread on Sundays.
towards difficulties. 53. The changes to be brought about for the
(c) Difficulties enable us to become stronger as inhabitants at the workhouse were that they
we learn to face them. would be given:
(d) Adversities have opportunities as well as 1. thin gruel thrice a day
obstacles inherent in them. 2. healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I 3. plenty of water to drink
4. free entertainment and fun activities
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, option (a) is not a 5. half a roll of bread on Sundays
message that the passage gives us. Hence option (a) is 6. plenty of food from a corn factory
correct. (a) a, c and d (b) b, e and f
52. As per the passage, when we face difficult (c) a, c and e (d) c, d and e
times: SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
(a) we look at them as opportunities for Ans. (c) : According to the passage, The changes to be
improvement brought about for the inhabitants at the workhouse were
(b) our minds get overcome by negative thoughts that they would be given thin gruel thrice a day, plenty
(c) we start changing our views on life of water to drink thin gruel thrice a day, plenty of water
(d) we become passively engaged in overcoming to drink and half a roll of bread on sundays, which is
them given in option (c) as it was mentioned in the last stanza
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 11.11.2021 Shift-I of the passage.
54. What was Oliver's situation?
Ans. (b) : As per the passage – When we face difficult (a) He was enjoying a stay at a workhouse
times our minds get overcome by negative thoughts. (b) He had no family and was living in a home
Hence option (b) is correct. for orphans
Read the given passage and answer the (c) His education would prepare him for the
questions that follow. future
'What's your name, boy?' said the gentleman in the (d) He was fortunate to be provided with good
high chair. meals
Oliver was frightened at the sight of so many SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
gentlemen, which made him tremble and speak in Ans. (b) : According to the 3rd line of the passage,
a very low and hesitating voice. Oliver had no family and was living in a home for
'Listen to me. You know you're an orphan, I orphans.
suppose? And that you were brought up by the Hence option (b) will be correct.
parish, don't you?' 55. How was Oliver feeling?
'Yes sir,' replied Oliver, weeping bitterly. (a) Unconcerned (b) Happy
(c) Frightened (d) Bored
'I hope you say your prayers every night,' said
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
another gentleman in a gruff voice, 'and pray for
the people who feed you, and take care of you'. Ans. (c) : According to the 2nd line of the passage,
Oliver was feeling frightened.
'Yes, sir', stammered the boy. Hence option (c) will be correct.
'Well! You have come here to be educated, and
taught a useful trade,' said the red-faced 56. What was the decision taken by the gentlemen?
gentleman in the high chair. (a) To slowly starve the boys to death
Poor Oliver! He little thought, as he lay sleeping, (b) To give the boys a happy home
happily unconscious of things around him, that the (c) To improve things so the children remained
board had that very day arrived at a decision ever grateful
which would exercise the most material influence (d) To give food, education and care to the boys
over all his future fortunes. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (a) : The decision taken by the gentlemen was to 59. According to the passage, the pH value of
slowly starve the boys to death as it was mentioned in human skin is generally:
the last stanza of the passage. (a) 5.5 (b) between 0 and 7
Hence option (a) will be correct. (c) between 7 and 14 (d) between 4 and 7
57. The impression one forms of the gentlemen is SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
that they: Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the pH value of
(a) followed laid down rules human skin is generally between 4.0 and 7.0.
(b) were very thoughtful the pH value falls in a range between 4.0 and 7.0,
(c) were kind human beings depending on diverse factors like the body part, age,
(d) were cruel and uncaring genetics, ethnicity and environment conditions.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 12.11.2021 Shift-II 60. "Let's start at the beginning." By this, the
Ans. (d) : According to the passage it could be author means that:
understood that the gentlemen were cruel and uncaring. (a) we should start discussing soap
Hence option (d) will be correct. advertisements
Comprehension: (b) we should look at the characteristics of a
Read the given passage carefully and answer the good soap
questions that follow. (c) we should start with the basic facts before
If you pay close attention to soap advertisements, you going into the issue
(d) we should first answer the question "Is there
may hear of its pH value being claimed perfect for
such a thing?"
human skin. But is there really such a thing? Let's start at
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
the beginning. pH (potential Hydrogen) is defined as the
Ans. (c) : "Let's start at the beginning." By this, the
concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution. pH value author means that we should start with the basic fact
ranges between 0 and 14.7 is the neutral point, 0 being before going into the issue.
the most acidic and 14 being the most alkaline. More
61. According to the passage, the 'acid mantle'
importantly, your skin isn't exactly pH 5.5; it falls in a refers to:
range between 4.0 and 7.0, depending on diverse factors (a) an acidic skin product with the right pH
like the body part, age, gentics, ethnicity and (b) a layer over the skin that is balanced by
environment conditions. healthy skin in terms of its pH
So, are products formulated at pH 5.5 perfect for skin? (c) an acidic cleansing agent with a pH of 5.5
The short answer: not really! First, parameters like (d) a layer over the skin that keeps the skin pH at
texture and other ingredients indicate a cleanser's quality, 5.5
much better than pH alone. Second, though the skin pH SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
rises slightly immediately after cleaning even with plain Ans. (b) : According to the passage. Healthy skin
water, it reverts to its mild acidic pH in an hour. Healthy quickly rebalances the 'acid mantle-a protective layer
skin quickly rebalances the 'acid mantle'–a protective over the skin-and is unaffected in the long term by the
layer over the skin – and is unaffected in the long term cleanser's pH.
by the cleanser's pH. Skin modulates pH, making skin
products function optimally. So, why market pH 5.5 62. Which of the following is not true according to
products as "perfect"? Well, for certain skin types (e.g., the passage?
oily skin) and certain skin conditions (like acne), an (a) There is no perfect pH for the human skin
increase in pH can aggravate these skin situations. This (b) An increase in pH can aggravate certain skin
might lead to an interpretation that a skin care product conditions
needs to be at a 5.5 pH for optimum cleansing. Hence, (c) Human skin adjusts the pH so that a cleansing
skincare experts have expressed reservations about pH agent functions optimally.
being the sole criterion of product safety and 'acid (d) The best way to judge the safety of a skin
mantle' preservation when factor including plain water care product is by its pH.
may contribute to the same. Thus, an ideal product is SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
almost impossible to define. So, look well beyond pH Ans. (c) : According to the passage. Human skin adjusts
alone. the pH so that a cleaning agent functions optimally is
58. "Is there really such a thing?" By "such a not true.
thing" the author is referring to: Comprehension:
(a) the perfect pH value for human skin Read the given passage carefully and answer the
(b) soap advertisements questions that follow.
(c) close attention paid to advertisements Indian mathematical Nikhil Srivastava, working at the
(d) the perfect soap for all skin types University of California in Berkeley, is among the winners
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II of the Prestigious 2021 Michael and Sheila Held Prize,
Ans. (a) : According to the passage 'the author is announced last week by the US National Academy of
referring to the perfect pH value for human skin'. PH is Science (NAS). Adam W Marcus, EPFL (Swiss Federal
defined as the concentration of hydrogen ions in a Institute of Technology, Lausanne) and Daniel Alan
solution pH value range between 0 and 14. Spielman, Yale University, are the other two winners.
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"Marcus, Spielman and Srivastava solved longstanding Ans. (b) : According to the passage, option (b) will be
questions on the Kadison-Singer problem and on the correct answer for the above question.
Ramanujan graphs, and in the process uncovered a deep 67. What is the connection between the prize
new connection between linear algebra, geometry of
polynomials, and graph theory that has inspired the next winners and the famous Indian mathematical
generation of theoretical computer scientists," the NAS genius Ramanujan?
said in a statement. (a) They solved questions on Ramanujan's graphs
An Indian national, Nikhil was born in New Delhi in that had not been solved for a long time.
November 1983 and has attended educational institutions (b) The prize winners were all students of
across the world–Syria, UK, Saudi Arabia and US – as Ramanujan.
his father was an Indian Foreign Services officer, who (c) The prize winners were all admirers of
has served as the Indian ambassador to Uganda and Ramanujan's great contribution.
Denmark. At present, Nikhil is an associate professor of (d) They explained Ramanujan's graphs in
mathematics at UC Berkeley. The Michael and Sheila solving the Kadison-Singer problem.
Held Prize is presented annually to honour outstanding, SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
innovative, creative and influential research in the area of
combinatorial mathematics. Ans. (a) : According to the passage, Prize winners
63. Which of the following is not true of Nikhil solved questions on Ramanujan’s graphs that had not
Srivastava according to the passage? been solved for a long time.
(a) He is now a faculty at the University of Comprehension:
California. Read the given passage carefully and answer the
(b) He was born in North India in the early questions that follow.
1980s. When consuming your favourite fruit is forbidden by
(c) He has served as the Indian ambassador to
Denmark and Uganda. your doctor or dietician, it is time to find out why rather
(d) He had his education in many countries than trying to have more of it on the sly. Conventional
around the world. diet advice for weight watchers and diabetics puts
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I mangoes in the red list, and not without reason. Keeping
Ans. (c) : In the above option, option (c) is not true of scientific information about mangoes in mind,
Nikhil Srivastava according to the passage. recommendations about the fruit warrant a relook. This is
64. How many mathematicians won the Michael because of its impact on body weight, blood sugar and
Sheila Prize for 2021? health.
(a) Two (b) Three It's true that ripe mangoes are high in carbohydrates,
(c) Four (d) One sugars and have a high glycogenic index. One of the
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I seventh most popular fruits worldwide, it provides
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, Three mathematics roughly 80 kilocalories per 100 g (a medium-sized ripe
won the Michael Sheila Prize for 2021. Hence option mango would carry about 130-150 calories), which
(b) would be correct. mainly come from carbohydrates (20 per cent).
65. The Michael and Sheila Held prize is Due to high sugar content, mangoes are high in calories.
presented: But does this mean that diabetics and weight watchers
(a) every two years to honor the best researchers should be banned from having it? The answer is no, if
in mathematics. one adjusts for calories, i.e. substitutes it with an
(b) every year to honor new thinking and equivalent amount of calories and carbohydrates in the
research in a specific area of mathematics. meal.
(c) every year to honor those who solve
Better still, combine it with a low-glycogenic food. Low
longstanding problems in graph theory and
linear algebra glycaemic foods include pulses, legumes, low-fat dairy
(d) twice every year to honor young and (milk, curd), vegetables, nuts and seeds. So mangoes can
influential researchers in mathematics. make a safe entry into the diet, if one is able to keep the
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I caloric intake and carbohydrates constant, i.e. take the
right amounts. With over 2,500 varieties around the
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, The Michel and
Sheila held Prize is presented every year to honor new world, the popularity of mangoes clearly lies in its
thinking and research in a specific area of mathematics. aromatic sweetness. This tropical fruit also can boast of a
huge array of impressive health benefits.
66. In what way have the prize winners helped the
future theoretical computer scientists? The mango is known to be an excellent source of many
(a) They have done innovative research on vitamins such as vitamin C (ascorbic acid), B vitamins
Ramanujan graphs and geometry of (thiamine, riboflavin and niacin), and Vitamin A (β-
polynomials. carotene). Ripe mangoes generally possess a higher
(b) The new connection they have discovered has number of phenolics, researchers say. This makes
inspired future theoretical computer scientists. mangoes a good source of antioxidants with anti-cancer
(c) They solved new problems in graph theory and anti-inflammatory properties. With reasonably good
used in theoretical computer science. fibre content, it provides a good combination of soluble
(d) The have found connections between algebra, and insoluble fibre. Soluble fibre is good for digestion
geometry and computer science. and its insoluble variant is good for management of
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I blood cholesterol and sugar levels.
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But before you start planning a mango party, there is Millions of locusts, covering 1-4 sq km of the skyline,
need for caution. Remember that mangoes, being high on have reached 10 of the state's 33 districts within three
sugars, predominantly fructose, should be consumed in weeks of being first spotted on April 30. Last year, yellow
appropriate portions. This is true particularly for weight locusts had entered India from Pakistan on the second half
watchers, diabetics and those with high cholesterol of May. The attack had originated from Yemen, coming
levels. all the way to West Asia and Pakistan and then India,
68. The main idea of the passage is that: creating havoc in 17 countries en route.
(a) diabetics should not eat mangoes With the harvest nearly over in Rajasthan, the invading
(b) mangoes should be eaten in appropriate population of grasshoppers this May is feeding mainly on
proportion sprouting cotton crop sown last month, vegetables and
(c) mango is a nutritious fruit
(d) mango is one of the most popular fruits fodder. State officials, though, fear damage to the young
millet and moong dal crops due in July and August if the
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I locusts breed.
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, The main idea of Flying in through the Pakistan border near Jaisalmer, the
the passage is that mangoes should be eaten in locust swarms have infiltrated as deep as Kishangarh in
appropriate proportion. Ajmer district. Locusts can cover 200-250 km in a day if
69. What advice is given in the passage to the they get wind support. Presently, the dust storms sweeping
diabetics and weight watchers? parts of Rajasthan are aiding their flight. Officials said the
(a) Eat mangoes but combine it with a low- Union agriculture ministry's Locusts Warning
glycaemic food. Organization (LWO) is in the process of acquiring 60
(b) Do not eat mangoes as it is too high in sugar. vehicles with mounted insecticide sprayers from abroad by
(c) Eat plenty of mangoes as it has impressive
health benefits. July. Ten such vehicles were purchased this January.
(d) Eat mangoes but balance the intake of "Immature pink locusts are very active, which is why they
vitamins have reached the interiors of Rajasthan (from Pakistan) so
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I quickli," says K.L. Gurjar, deputy director, LWO. Their
metabolism slows down during winters, but in summers,
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, ‘Eat mangoes but they can fly from 4 am to 8 pm, covering long distances
combine it with a low glycogenic food’ is the advice to and consuming more crops along the way than mature
the diabetics and weight watchers.
locusts would.
70. Ripe mangoes have a higher number of The LWO has put 10 insecticides-spraying vehicles on the
phenolics which make them: job in Rajasthan. The Rajasthan government has provided
(a) a high-glycaemic food
(b) a good source of antioxidants rented tractors, on which insecticide sprayers are mounted,
(c) highly rich in fructose and also the manpower to man them. The Center-state
(d) highly nutritious joint operation has so far cleared a few hundred sq km of
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I fields of the locusts. Preliminary estimates put the loss to
crops at a few crore rupees.
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, Ripe mangoes State officials say there is an urgent need to contain the
have a higher number of phenolics which make them a pink locusts before they start breeding in the next few
good source of antioxidants. Hence option (b) is correct.
weeks. Indiscriminate aerial spraying of insecticides is ill-
71. Mangoes are high in calories. What is its main advised as this can damage crops as well as affect human
source of calories? settlements.
(a) Carbohydrates (b) Fibre
One of the strategies being considered now is to use fixed-
(c) Antioxidants (d) Vitamins
wing aircraft for ultra-low volume spraying of chemicals.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I The state government may request for such aerial sorties
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, mangoes are high by the air force. Drones have limited capabilities as they
in calories its main source of calories is carbohydrates. can carry only about 20 litres of insecticide at a time,
Hence option (a) is correct. making them effective only over small areas.
72. Which of the following nutrients is not present 73. It can be inferred from the passage that the
in mangoes? present swarm of locusts consists of:
(a) Sugar (b) Vitamins (a) yellow mature locusts
(c) Carbohydrates (d) Fats (b) yellow immature locusts
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I (c) pink mature locusts
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, fats are not present (d) pink immature locusts
in mangoes. Hence option (d) would be correct. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
Comprehension: Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the present swarm
Read the given passage carefully and answer the of locusts consists of pink immature locusts. Hence
questions that follow. option (d) would be correct.
Rajasthan's farmers have been banging plates and 74. The main theme of the passage is:
lighting fires these days. It is their desperate attempt to (a) breeding of locusts
scare away the swarms of migratory locusts invading (b) invasion of locusts in Rajasthan
their fields and eating away crops. The pest attack has (c) measures for dealing with the locusts
come as a double blow for farmers already reeling under (d) the damage done by the locusts
the impact of the Covid lockdown. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
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Ans. (b) : The main theme of the passage is invasion of 78. Which of these methods is NOT advocated in
locusts in Rajasthan. Hence option (b) would be correct. 'The Republic'?
75. If the locusts breed, which crops will they (a) Imparting similar education to all children
damage? (b) Bringing up children under state guardianship
(a) Vegetables (b) Cotton crop (c) Keeping children away from mothers
(c) Millet and moong (d) Fodder (d) Differentiating children based on castes
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, if the locusts bread it Ans. (a) : According to the passage option (a)
will damage millet and moong. Hence option (c) is "Imparting similar education to all children" is not
correct. advocated in ''The Republic''.
Hence option (a) is the correct answer.
76. Which of the following measures the
government of Rajasthan wants to procure for 79. Which of these statements is NOT true?
containing locusts? (a) Socrates encouraged the listeners to come up
(a) Drones for spraying small areas with with original ideas
insecticides (b) Socrates considered music and physical
(b) Insecticide-spraying vehicles education as important aspects of learning
(c) Fixed-wing aircraft for spraying of chemicals (c) The Republic was written around 360 A.D
(d) Rented tractors mounted with insecticide (d) Plato's methods of education can be called
sprayers 'extreme'.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Ans. (c) : Fixed– wing aircraft for spraying of chemicals Ans. (c) : According to the passage "The Republic was
measures the government of Rajasthan wants to procure written around 360 A.D" is not True.
for containing locusts. Hence option (c) is correct. Hence option (c) is the correct answer.
77. After reading this passage it can be said that it 80. Aristotle believed that virtuous citizens could
is: be produced by cultivating :
(a) an epic
(b) a government statement (a) habit and reason
(c) a news report (b) theoretical aspects of education
(d) a survey analysis (c) art and music
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I (d) mathematics and science
Ans. (c) : After reading this passage it can be said that it SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
is a news report. Hence option (c) would be correct. Ans. (a) : According to the passage 'habit and reason'
Comprehension: could be produced good and virtuous citizen. Hence
Read the given passage and answer the option (a) will be correct answer.
questions that follow. 81. Children who are imparted highest education,
Plato is the earliest important educational thinker, and would be responsible for :
education is an essential element in ‘The Republic’ (his (a) teaching the illiterate
most important work on philosophy and political theory, (b) developing talent and skills
written around 360B.C.). In it, he advocates some rather (c) inculcating good habits
extreme methods: removing children from their mothers' (d) guarding the city
care and raising them as wards of the state, and
differentiating children suitable to the various castes, the SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
highest receiving the most education, so that they could Ans. (d) : According to the passage children who are
act as guardians of the city and care for the less able. He imparted highest education would be responsible for
believed that education should be holistic, including facts, "They could act as gurdians of the city and care for the
skills, physical discipline, music and art. Plato believed less able". Hence option (d) will be correct answer.
that talent and intelligence is not distributed genetically 82. What tool does Aristotle advocate to teachers
and thus is be found in children born to all classes, to develop good habits in students?
although his proposed system of selective public education (a) Repetition (b) Questioning
for an educated minority of the population does not really (c) Reading (d) Writing
follow a democratic model. Aristotle considered human SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
nature, habit and reason to be equally important forces to
be cultivated in education, the ultimate aim of which Ans. (a) : According to the passage "repetition" a key
should be to produce good and virtuous citizens. He tool to develop good habits in students. Hence option
proposed that teachers lead their students systematically, (a) will be correct answer.
and that repetition be used as a key tool to develop good Comprehension:
habits, unlike Socrates' emphasis on questioning his Read the given passage and answer the
listeners to bring out their own ideas. He emphasized the questions that follow.
balancing of the theoretical and practical aspects of Chanhudaro was a tiny settlement (less than 7 hectares) as
subjects taught, among which he explicitly mentions compared to Mohenjodaro (125 hectares), almost
reading, writing, mathematics, music, physical education, exclusively devoted to craft production, including bead-
literature, history, and a wide range of sciences, as well as making, shell-cutting, metal-working, seal-making and
play, which he also considered importAntonym weight-making. The variety of materials used to make
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beads is remarkable: stones like carnelian (of a beautiful Ans. (c) : According to the passage shell objects were
red colour), jasper, crystal, quartz and steatite; metals like mostly made at Nageshwar and Balakot because shells
copper, bronze and gold; and shell, faience and terracotta were readily available in these coastal areas. Hence
or burnt clay. Some beads were made of two or more
stones, cemented together, some of stone with gold caps. option (c) will be correct answer.
The shapes were numerous – disc shaped, cylindrical, 87. Which of these statements is NOT true?
spherical, barrel-shaped, segmented. Some were decorated (a) Harappa and Mohenjodaro were large urban
by incising or painting, and some had designs etched onto centres
them. Techniques for making beads differed according to (b) Chanhudaro was exclusively devoted to craft
the material. Steatite, a very soft stone, was easily worked.
Some beads were moulded out of a paste made with production
steatite powder. This permitted making a variety of (c) Beads were made in numerous shapes and
shapes, unlike the geometrical forms made out of harder sizes
stones. How the steatite micro bead was made remains a (d) Camelian is a beautiful bluish stone
puzzle for archaeologists studying ancient technology. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Archaeologists’ experiments have revealed that the red
colour of carnelian was obtained by firing the yellowish Ans. (d) : According to the passage option (d)
raw material and beads at various stages of production. "Camelian is a beautiful bluish stone" is not true.
Nodules were chipped into rough shapes, and then finely Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
flaked into the final form. Grinding, polishing and finally Comprehension:
drilling completed the process. Specialised drills have
been found at Chanhudaro, Lothal and more recently at Read the given passage and answer the
Dholavira. Nageshwar and Balakot, both settlements are questions that follow.
near the coast. These were specialised centres for making Her name was Sulekha, but since her childhood everyone
shell objects –including bangles, ladles and in lay – which had been calling her Bholi, the simpleton. She was the
were taken to other settlements. Similarly, it is likely that fourth daughter of Ramlal. When she was ten months
finished products (such as beads) from Chanhudaro and old, she had fallen off the cot on her head and perhaps it
Lothal were taken to the large urban centres such as had damaged some part of her brain. That was why she
Mohenjodaro and Harappa. remained a backward child and came to be known as
83. Which is the final process in the production of Bholi, the simpleton. At birth, the child was very fair and
beads? pretty. But when she was two years old, she had an
(a) Polishing (b) Grinding attack of small-pox. Only the eyes were saved, but the
(c) Chipping (d) Drilling entire body was permanently disfigured by deep black
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) pockmarks. Little Sulekha could not speak till she was
five as she was a slow learner, and when at last she learnt
Ans. (d) : According to the passage option (d)
to speak, she stammered. The other children often made
"Drilling" is the final process of beads. The meaning of
other option is different. fun and mimicked her. As a result, she talked very little.
Ramlal had seven children — three sons and four
84. Which of these stones is very soft and easy to daughters, and the youngest of them was Bholi. It was a
mould? prosperous farmer’s household and there was plenty to
(a) Quartz (b) Steatite eat and drink. All the children except Bholi were healthy
(c) Crystal (d) Jasper and strong. The sons had been sent to the city to study in
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) schools and later in colleges. Of the daughters, Radha,
Ans. (b) : According to the passage option (b) the eldest, had already been married. The second
"steatite" a stone is very soft and easy to mould. daughter Mangla’s marriage had also been settled, and
Other options are not suitable. when that was done, Ramlal would think of the third,
85. According to the text, which of these crafts was Champa. They were good-looking, healthy girls, and it
Not practised in Chanhudaro? was not difficult to find bridegrooms for them. But
(a) Paper making (b) Metal cutting Ramlal was worried about Bholi. She had neither good
(c) Weight making (d) Seal making looks nor intelligence. From her very childhood Bholi
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) was neglected at home. She was seven years old when
Ans. (a) : According to the passage option (a) "Paper Mangla was married. The same year a primary school for
making" crafts was not practised in chanhudaro. girls was opened in their village. The Tehsildar sahib
came to perform its opening ceremony. He said to
Other options are not suitable.
Ramlal, “As a revenue official you are the representative
86. Shell objects were mostly made at Nageshwar of the government in the village and so you must set an
and Balakot because : example to the villagers. You must send your daughters
(a) specialised drills were found here to school.” That night when Ramlal consulted his wife,
(b) shell were transported here from Lothal she cried, “Are you crazy? If girls go to school, who will
(c) shell were readily available in these coastal marry them?” But Ramlal had not the courage to disobey
areas the Tehsildar. At last his wife said, “I will tell you what
(d) the women loved to wear bangles made of to do. Send Bholi to school. As it is, there is little chance
shells of her getting married, with her ugly face and lack of
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) sense. Let the teachers at school worry about her.”
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88. 'Backward child' in the passage means : 94. At what age did Sulekha damage her brain?
(a) belonging to an underprivileged community (a) Five years (b) Seven years
(b) physically challenged (c) Two years (d) Ten months
(c) belonging to a poor family SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(d) mentally challenged Ans. (d) : According to the passage "Sulekha damage"
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) her brain in age of Ten month. Hence option (d) will
Ans. (d) : According to the passage Backward child be correct answer.
means is "mentally challenged" Hence option (d) will 95. How was Ramlal expected to set an example for
be correct answer. the villagers?
89. Bholi's mother agreed to send her to school (a) By sending his daughters to school
because : (b) By marrying off his daughters at an early age
(a) she wanted to wash her hands off Bholi (c) By sending his sons to school
(b) Bholi was neglected at home (d) By treating Bholi as an equal
(c) she wanted to educate Bholi SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(d) she cared for Bholi's well-being Ans. (a) : According to the passage "By sending his
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) daughters to school" Ramlal expected to set an
Ans. (a) : According to the passage Bholi's mother example for the villagers. Hence option (a) will be
agreed to send her to school because "She wanted to correct answer.
wash her hands off Bholi." Hence option (a) will be 96. What did the small pox attack do to Sulekha?
correct answer. (a) It made her dull
90. Why was Ramlal worried about Bholi? (b) It made her look ugly
(a) It would be difficult to arrange her marriage (c) It damaged her speech
(b) She was too old to get married (d) It damaged her eyes
(c) It was difficult to comprehend her speech SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(d) She was not willing to get educated Ans. (b) : According to the passage "The small pox
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) attack sulekha made her look ugly." Hence option (b)
Ans. (a) : According to the passages Ramlal worried will be correct answer.
about Bholi because "It would be difficult to arrange 97. Who was invited to inaugurate the girls'
her marriage". Hence option (a) will be correct answer. school?
91. Which of these statements is NOT true about (a) Village head (b) Revenue official
Bholi? (c) School Headmaster (d) Tehsildar
(a) She was a simpleton SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(b) She was neglected by her family Ans. (d) : According to the passage "Tehsildar" was
(c) She was seven when her eldest sister got invited to inavgurate the girl's school.
married Hence option (d) will be correct answer.
(d) She was healthy and strong Comprehension:
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Read the given passage and answer the
Ans. (d) : According to the passage "She was healthy questions that follow.
and strong" is NOT true about Bholi. Santiniketan embodies Rabindranath Tagore’s vision of a
Hence option (d) will be correct answer. place of learning that is unfettered by religious and
regional barriers. Established in 1863 with the aim of
92. Sulekha came to be called Bholi because she helping education go beyond the confines of the
was: classroom, Santiniketan grew into the Visva Bharati
(a) fair and pretty University in 1921, attracting some of the most creative
(b) not very intelligent minds in the country.
(c) healthy and strong He developed a curriculum that was a unique blend of
(d) the youngest daughter art, human values and cultural interchange. Even today,
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) in every step, in every brick and in every tree at
Ans. (b) : According to the passage Sulekha came to Santiniketan, one can still feel his presence, his passion,
be called Bholi because she was "not very intelligent." his dedication and his pride in the institution.
Hence option (b) will be correct answer. In 1862, Maharishi Debendranath Tagore, father of
Rabindranath, was taking a boat ride through Birbhum,
93. The word 'disfigured' suggests that Bholi's the westernmost corner of Bengal, when he came across
looks were : a landscape that struck him as the perfect place for
(a) preserved (b) improved meditation. He bought the large tract of land and built a
(c) impaired (d) enhanced small house and planted some saplings around it.
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Debendranath Tagore decided to call the place
Santiniketan, or the ‘abode of peace’, because of the
Ans. (c) : According to the passage option (c) serenity it brought to his soul. In 1863, he turned it into a
disfigured - (Deformed) suggest that Bholi were spiritual centre where people from all religions, castes
impaired (perverted). and creeds came and participated in meditation.
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In the years that followed, Debendranath’s son Ans. (b) : According to the passage The curriculum
Rabindranath went on to become one of the most designed for Santiniketan was a blend of "human
formidable literary forces India has ever produced. He values art and culture". Hence option (b) will be
wrote in all literary genres but he was first and foremost correct answer.
a poet. As one of the earliest educators to think in terms 102. The work 'unfettered' in the text suggest :
of the global village, he envisioned an education that was
deeply rooted in one’s immediate surroundings but (a) restricted by regional differences
connected to the cultures of the wider world. (b) bound by religious beliefs
Located in the heart of nature, the school aimed to (c) free from barriers
combine education with a sense of obligation towards the (d) outside the classroom
larger civic community. Blending the best of western and SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
traditional eastern systems of education, the curriculum Ans. (c) : According to the passage the word
revolved organically around nature with classes being "unfettered" in the text suggest that 'free from barriers.'
held in the open air. Tagore wanted his students to feel Hence option (c) will be correct answer.
free despite being in the formal learning environment of 103. When did Santiniketan grow into a university?
a school, because he himself had dropped out of school (a) In 1921 (b) In 1862
when he found himself unable to think and felt
claustrophobic within the four walls of a classroom. (c) In 1922 (d) In 1863
Nature walks and excursions were a part of the SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
curriculum, special attention was paid to natural Ans. (a) : According to the passage Santiniketan grow
phenomena and students were encouraged to follow the into a university in 1921. Hence option (a) will be
life cycles of insects, birds and plants. correct answer.
The rural paradise of Santiniketan, Tagore’s erstwhile 104. Why did Rabindranath drop out of school?
home, has become a thriving centre of art, education and (a) He wanted a formal learning environment
internationalism over the years. (b) He felt stifled within the classroom
98. Which of these statements about Santiniketan (c) He found the curriculum too tough
is NOT true? (d) He was not interested in studies
(a) Santiniketan is located in the western most SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
part of Bengal
Ans. (b) : According to the passage Rabindranath drop
(b) Santiniketan grew into Visva Bharati out of school because he felt stifted within the
university classroom. Hence option (b) will be correct answer.
(c) At Santiniketan, classes were held in the open
air 105. Rabindranath was a 'formidable' literary force.
This implies he was :
(d) Santiniketan was set up by Rabindranath
Tagore (a) an avid reader of books
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) (b) an orthodox educationist
(c) a wealthy landowner
Ans. (d) : According to the passage option (d)
"Santiniketan was set up by Rabindranath Tagore" is (d) a powerful writer
NOT ture. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Hence option (d) will be correct answer. Ans. (d) : According to the passage Rabindranath was
99. What did Santiniketan initially serve as? a 'formidable' literary force. This implies he was "a
powerful writer." Hence option (d) will be correct
(a) A spiritual centre (b) A summer house answer.
(c) A holiday resort (d) A classroom
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) 106. With what aim was Santiniketan established?
(a) To make it the perfect place for meditation
Ans. (a) : According to the passage Santiniketan
(b) To attract the most creative minds
intially serve as "A spiritual centre". Hence option (a)
will be correct answer. (c) To encourage education outside the
classroom
100. What does the name Santiniketan mean? (d) To nurture plants, birds and insects
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(c) Abode of peace (d) Abode of love
Ans. (c) : According to the passage the aim was
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 16/11/2020 (3 pm - 5 pm) Santiniketan established "To encourage education
Ans. (c) : According to the passage Santiniketan outside the classroom." Hence option (c) will be
means "Abode of peace" hence option (c) will be correct answer.
correct.
107. Tagore's 'erstwhile' home means:
101. The curriculum designed for Santiniketan was (a) rural retreat (b) magnificent house
a blend of :
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(c) westerm education and village practices Ans. (d) : According to the passage Tagore's erstwhile
(d) spiritual and religious exchange home means "former home." Hence option (d) will be
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Comprehension: 111. Why did Nicholas consider his aunt had been
Read the passage and answer the questions proved to be wrong?
given below it. (a) She was forcing him to eat the bread and milk.
The children were to be driven, as a special treat, to the (b) She had said there was no frog in the bowl
sands at Jagborough. Nicholas was not to be of the party; (c) She never listened to him
he was in disgrace. Only that morning he had refused to (d) She always scolded him
eat his wholesome bread-and-milk on the seemingly SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
frivolous ground that there was a frog in it. Older and Ans. (b) : Accoding to the passage Nicholas consider
wiser and better people(his aunt), had told him that there his aunt had been proved to be wrong because "She had
could not possibly be a frog in his bread-and-milk and said there was no frog in the bowl." Hence option (b)
that he was not to talk nonsense; he continued, will be correct answer.
nevertheless, to talk what seemed complete nonsense, 112. The children were being taken on a special treat
and described with much detail the coloration and to:
markings of the alleged frog. The dramatic part of the (a) The circus (b) The zoo
incident was that there really was a frog in Nicholas's (c) A garden (d) The beach
basin of bread-and-milk; he had put it there himself, so SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
he felt entitled to know something about it. The sin of
Ans. (d) : According to the passage The children were
taking a frog from the garden and putting it into a bowl
being taken on a special treat to "The beach." Hence
of wholesome bread-and-milk was enlarged on at great option (d) will be correct answer.
length, but the fact that stood out clearest in the whole
affair, as it presented itself to the mind of Nicholas, was Comprehension:
that the older, wiser, and better people had been proved Read the passage and answer the questions
to be profoundly in error in matters about which they had given below it
expressed the utmost assurance. "You said there couldn't Our civilization is more secure because it is much more
possibly be a frog in my bread-and-milk; there was a widely spread. Most of the previous civilizations came to
frog in my bread and milk," he repeated, with the an end because uncivilized peoples broke in and destroyed
them. This was the fate of Babylon, Assyria, India, China,
insistence of a skilled tactician who does not intend to
Greece and Rome. Previous civilizations were specialized
shift from favourable ground. and limited like an oasis in a surrounding desert of
108. What was the aunt trying to tell Nicholas? savagery. Eventually, the desert closed in and the oasis
(a) That he should play with his cousins was no more. But to-day, it is the oasis which is spreading
(b) That he would be punished if he misbehaved over the desert. Practically no part of the world is
(c) That he should have eaten the bread and milk untouched by it.
(d) That he could choose to stay back if he For the first time, the world has now a chance of becoming
wished a single whole, a unity. To-day, the food we eat comes
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) from all over the world. The things in a grocer’s shop are
from the ends of the earth. There are oranges from Brazil,
Ans. (b) : According to the passage the aunt trying to grapes from Africa, rice from India, tea from china, sugar
tell Nicholas "That he would be punished if he from Columbia etc.
misbehaved." Hence option (b) will be correct answer. To-day the world is beginning to look more like one
109. What excuse did Nicholas give for not eating enormous box. Therefore, there is little danger upon our
his bread and milk? civilization from outside. The danger comes only from
(a) there was a frog in it within; it is a danger from among us.
(b) he did not like it To-day, the sharing-out of money – the sharing-out of
(c) there was no sugar in it food, clothing, houses and books, is still very unfair. In
(d) it was too cold to eat England alone, in sharing out of the National Income, we
find that one half is divided among every sixteen people
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) and the seventeenth person gets the other half. So while
Ans. (a) : According to the passage the excuse given some few people live in luxury, many have not even
by Nicholas for not eating his bread and milk because enough to eat and drink and wear. Again, in England to-
"there was a frog in it" Hence option (a) will be day, thousands of people live in dreadful surroundings.
correct. There are many families of five or six persons who live in
110. What made Nicholas so sure about what he a single room; in this same room they are born and in this
said? same room they die, because, they are too poor to afford
(a) He noticed it jumping in another room. Until everyone gets his proper share of
(b) He saw someone putting it in necessary and delightful things, our civilization will not be
perfect.
(c) His cousins had told him about it
113. This’ in the third sentence refers to:
(d) He himself had put it in (a) Spread of civilizations
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (b) Destruction of civilizations
Ans. (d) : According to the passage Nicholas made so (c) Increase in security
sure about what he said that he himself had put it. (d) Rise of education
Hence option (d) will be corrrect answer. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
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Ans. (b) : According to the passage 'This' in the third to bed as usual but allowed to wander about the grounds
sentence refers to "Destruction of civilizations" Hence in the long twilight, ending up with a plunge into the
option (b) will be correct answer. swimming bathe at about nine o'clock. There was the joy
114. What is one of the greatest disadvantages of the of waking early on summer mornings and getting in an
present times? hour's undisturbed reading (Ian Hay, Thackeray, Kipling
and H. G. Wells were the favourite authors of my
(a) We are at risk of attack from outsiders
boyhood) in the sunlit, sleeping dormitory. There was
(b) We have an internal threat from our own also cricket, which I was no good at but with which I
kind. conducted a sort of hopeless love affair up to the age of
(c) We need to bring things from other parts of about eighteen. And there was the pleasure of keeping
the world. caterpillars — the silky green and purple puss-moth, the
(d) We cannot grow our own produce ghostly green poplar-hawk, the privet-hawk, large as one's
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) third finger, specimens of which could be illicitly
Ans. (b) : According to the passage the greatest purchased for six pence at a shop in the town — and,
disadvantages of the present times is "We have an when one could escape long enough from the master who
internal threat from our own kind." Hence option (b) was ‘taking the walk’, there was the excitement of
will be correct answer. dredging the dew-ponds on the Downs for enormous
115. Which important feature of modern life newts with orange-coloured bellies. This business of being
troubles the writer most? out for a walk, coming across something of fascinating
(a) There is inequality in the distribution of interest and then being dragged away from it by a yell
things. from the master, like a dog jerked onwards by the leash, is
(b) People do not care for their fellow beings. an important feature of school life, and helps to build up
(c) Civilizations have become dependent. the conviction, so strong in many children, that the things
you most want to do are always unattainable.
(d) Older civilizations do not exist anymore.
118. We can infer that the writer was a :
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(a) disobedient student (b) lonely child
Ans. (a) : According to the passage the important (c) mischievous boy (d) studious boy
feature of modern life trouble the writer most "There is
inequality in the distribution of things." Hence option SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
(a) will be correct answer. Ans. (c) : According to the passage we can infer that
116. What according to the writer was the desert the writer was a "mischievous boy." Hence option (c)
that surrounded the oasis? will be correct answer.
(a) The poorer people (b) Some rich countries 119. Why does the writer call cricket a hopeless love
(c) Civilization (d) Savagery affair?
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (a) He was forced to give it up
Ans. (d) : According to the writer the desert that (b) He did not play it at all
surrounding the oasis was "Savagery." Hence option (c) He played it secretly
(d) will be correct answer. (d) He tried hard to learn it
117. Which of the following statements is NOT true SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
according to the facts given in the passage. Ans. (d) : According to the passage the writter call
(a) Goods are transported from far- off places. cricket a hopeless love affair because "he tried hard to
(b) Some ancient civilizations have been learn it." Hence option (d) will be correct answer.
destroyed. 120. "Where one bathed dangerously" . Why does
(c) Most people share their money equally. the writer call the bathing dangerous?
(d) Some people do not have adequate space to
live. (a) they were punished later
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) (b) there were snakes in the water
Ans. (c) : According to the passage "Most people (c) the boulders gave them bruises
share their money equally." is NOT true. (d) the water was too deep
Hence option (c) will be correct answer. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
Comprehension: Ans. (c) : According to the passage the writter call the
bathing dengerous because "the boulders gave them
Read the passage and answer the questions bruise." Hence option (c) will be correct answer.
given below it
No one can look back on his schooldays and say with 121. What is the ‘moral’ the boy draws from his
truth that they were altogether unhappy. I have good childhood experiences?
memories of St Cyprian's, among a horde of bad ones. (a) Things you enjoy doing are always
Sometimes on summer afternoons there were wonderful unreachable
expeditions across the Downs to a village called Birling (b) Only do the things your masters tell you to.
Gap, or to Beachy Head, where one bathed dangerously
among the boulders and came home covered with cuts. (c) Do not walk alone in the grounds.
And there were still more wonderful mid-summer (d) Do not collect insects like caterpillars
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Ans. (a) : According to the passage the 'moral' is 123. Which sentence tells us that Madame changed
"Things you enjoy doing are always unreachable." her mind suddenly and decided to give
Which the boy drows from his children experiences. accomodation to the writer?
Hence option (a) will be correct answer. (a) I was the only guest in the dining-room.
122. Which of the following did the boys not do on (b) people do not care to let their rooms for a
summer mornings? very short time.
(a) Read in bed (b) Sleep until late (c) My large box is at the station
(d) she reappeared immediately
(c) play cricket (d) Collect caterpillars
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Ans. (d) : According to the passage "she reappeared
Ans. (b) : According to the passage the boys not immediately." tell us that Madame changed her mind
"Sleep until late" on summer mornings. Hence option suddenly and decided to give accomodation to the
(b) will be correct answer. writer. Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
Comprehension: 124. How long does the narrator plan to stay in that
Read the passage and answer the questions place?
given below it. (a) Two days (b) One week
While I waited expectantly, Madame came in and told (c) Four days (d) A month
me that there was no room at all for me in the hotel, not a SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
bed, not a corner. She was extremely friendly and Ans. (d) : According to the passage the narrator plane
seemed to find a fund of secret amusement in the fact; to stay in place "A month." Hence option (d) will be
she looked at me as though expecting me to break into correct answer.
delighted laughter. “To-morrow,” she said, “there may 125. Who looks after the private house?
be. I am expecting a young gentleman who is suddenly (a) The waiter (b) The porter
taken ill to move from number eleven. He is at present at
(c) Madame (d) An old servant
the chemist's perhaps you would care to see the room?”
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“Not at all,” said I. “Neither shall I wish tomorrow to
sleep in the bedroom of an indisposed young gentleman.” Ans. (d) : According to the passage "An old servant"
Looks after the private house. Hence option (d) will be
“But he will be gone,” cried Madame, opening her blue
correct answer.
eyes wide and laughing with that French cordiality so
enchanting to English hearing. I was too tired and hungry 126. Madame says “impossible” when the
to feel either appreciative or argumentative. “Perhaps narrator asks her ______.
you can recommend me another hotel?” (a) to recommend another hotel
“Impossible!” She shook her head and turned up her (b) for a porter to carry her bag
eyes, mentally counting over the blue bows painted on (c) for space in the hotel from the next day
the ceiling. “You see, it is the season in Bruges, and (d) for some supper
people do not care to let their rooms for a very short SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
time” not a glance at my little suit case lying between us, Ans. (a) : According to the passage Madame says
but I looked at it gloomily, and it seemed to dwindle "impossible" when the narrator asks her "to
before my desperate gaze become small enough to hold recommend another hotel." Hence option (a) will be
nothing but a collapsible folding tooth-brush. correct answer.
“My large box is at the station,” I said coldly, buttoning 127. Madame is probably ______
my gloves. (a) Nurse at the clinic
Madame started. “You have more luggage. Then you (b) A saleswoman at the shop
intend to make a long stay in Bruges, perhaps?” (c) Another guest like the narrator
“At least a fortnight perhaps a month.” I shrugged my (d) A Manager of the hotel
shoulders. SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
“One moment,” said Madame. “I shall see what I can Ans. (d) : According to the passage Madame is
do.” She disappeared, I am sure not further than the other probable "A manager of the hotel." Hence option (d)
side of the door, for she reappeared immediately and told will be correct answer.
me I might have a room at her private house “just round Comprehension:
the corner and kept by an old servant who, although she
Read the passage and answer the questions
has a well eye, has been in our family for fifteen years. given below it.
The porter will take you there, and you can have supper
In 18th-century Germany, Baron Munchausen regales his
before you go.” friends, over drinks, with stories of his many adventures.
I was the only guest in the dining-room. A tired waiter These include his supposed travel to the moon. Long
provided me with an omelet and a pot of coffee, then before Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin stepped out of
leaned against a sideboard and watched me while I ate, Apollo 11 onto the surface of the moon 50 years ago, on
the limp table napkin over his arm seeming to symbolise July 20, 1969, the aspiration to travel to this shiny orb in
the very man. the sky has fired human imagination. A Flight To The
“Are you ready, Madame?” asked the waiter. “It is I who Moon by George Fowler, From The Earth To The Moon
carry your luggage.” – and its
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sequel, Around The Moon – by Jules Verne, The First Ans. (a) : According to the passage the writer uses the
Men In The Moon by HG Wells, Prelude To Space by expression 'literally' because "It has been an idiom for
Arthur C Clarke… are only a few of the many desiring something unlikely". Hence option (a) will be
fictionalised accounts that have, for centuries, reflected
correct answer.
this aspiration. In the 1954 Explorers On The Moon,
iconic comic book character, Tintin, reaches the moon. 132. How many fictional books written about
While some writers imagined the moon’s surface to be travelling to the moon are referred to here?
barren and uninhabited, others have written about it (a) Seven (b) Six
being populated with lunar beings. Even when Apollo 11 (c) Eight (d) Five
mission was being planned and worked on, in 1963,
Apollo At Go by Jeff Sutton, presented a realistic SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm)
fictionalised portrayal of the upcoming landing. Ans. (a) : According to the passage "seven" fictional
The successful landing of Apollo 11 and Neil Armstrong books written about travelling to the moon are referred
and Buzz Aldrin’s walk on the moon, opened up another to here. Hence option (a) will be correct answer.
exciting possibility – could the common man or non- Comprehension :
space-scientist reach for the moon? Literally? What had
Read the following passage and answer the
hitherto been in the realm of speculation was now a
reality and we weren’t satisfied with just second-hand questions.
information any more. Between 1969 and 1972, the US Trade fairs are among the most memorable events that
sent six successful manned missions to the moon, and take place periodically with the purpose of promoting
with each victory, the lunar destination seemed a little sales, launching new products, bringing together
closer within the reach of the common man. manufacturers of a particular line of products and
128. When did the US send first successful manned educating the public. They are held at all levels –
trip to the moon? international, national, state and district. The most
(a) 1972 (b) 1963 prominent among them are the India International Trade
(c) 1969 (d) 1954 Fair, World Book Fair, Information Technology fair,
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) Electronic Trade and Technology Fair, Textile Fair, Auto
Ans. (c) : According to the passage "in 1969" US send Expo, state level book fairs, district level exhibitions etc.
first successful manned trip to the moon. Hence option India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO), which was
(c) will be correct answer. incorporated in 1992 by the merger of Trade
129. Who was the first person to speak of travel to Development Authority (TDA) with the Trade Fair
the moon? Authority of India (TFAI), has been playing a
(a) Munchausen (b) Armstrong commendable role in this respect.
(c) Sutton (d) Branson It can be said without a doubt that sales promotion is the
SSC CPO-SI (Tier-II) 27/09/2019 (3 pm - 5 pm) most important purpose of these fairs. Bringing together
Ans. (a) : According to the passage "Munchausen" the largest possible number of manufacturers, suppliers,
was the first person to speak to travel to the moon. existing and potential buyers under the same roof helps
Hence option (a) will be correct answer. to promote the products in an effective way. All these
130. Which of the following statements is not true people come together on a single platform for a fixed
according to the passage? period of time. This offers a unique opportunity to
(a) Man’s walk on the moon inspired scientists to manufacturers and suppliers to display their best
plan more expeditions. products and services and the buyers get a chance to see
(b) All the writers wrote about the moon being a wide range of products and services.
inhabited by weird creatures.
Conferences, seminars, live product demonstrations and
(c) Someday the common man could make a trip
presentations are regular features of these fairs and
to the moon.
exhibitions. Besides these, colourful cultural
(d) Man has always been attracted to the moon.
programmes are also important features of such fairs.
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These fairs give a good opportunity to the artists to
Ans. (b) : According to the passage "All the writers showcase their skills and talent at such specially
wrote about the moon being inhabited by weird organized programmes.
creatures." is NOT true.
Hence option (b) will be correct answer. 133. ITPO stands for :
(a) Indian Trade and Promotion Order
131. The writer uses the expression ‘literally’
(b) India Trade Promotion Organisation
because___
(a) it has been an idiom for desiring something (c) India Trade Promotion Authority
unlikely (d) India Traders and Products and Organisation
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(c) it is wrong to build up stories Ans. (b) : According to the passage ITPO stands for
(d) people only dream of doing it "India Trade Promotion Organisation." Hence option
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134. What are some of the regular features of such Here, the purpose is not to offend but to make him
trade fairs? understand that there is something funny about his
(a) Programmes for launching new products and actions or behaviour. Secondly, the cartoonist may target
showcasing skills and talent some wrong practices or situations from different walks
(b) Conferences, seminars, live product of life. Here, his aim is to use humour to not only
demonstrations and meetings criticize but also correct the wrong practices. In other
(c) Programmes for launching new products and words, correction through entertainment. The cartoonist
bringing together manufacturers can never beat around the bush because he needs to make
his point with just a few strokes of his pen.
(d) Conferences, seminars, live product
demonstrations and presentations Political cartoons, that is, cartoons making humorous
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comments on curent political situations and events are a
regular feature of both English newspapers and regional
Ans. (d) : According to the passage "Conferences, language newspapers. They can be found in the editorial
seminars, live product demonstrations and pages of a daily newspaper, in news magazines and on
presentations" are the regular of such trade fairs. political websites. Political cartoons can be very funny,
Hence option (d) will be correct answer. especially if people can understand the message in the
135. How is the trade fair an effective way of cartoon. Their main purpose, though, is not only to amuse
promoting products? him but also make him think about current events and
(a) It brings together the maximum number of influence his opinion about the events. The best political
manufacturers, suppliers and buyers in a cartoonist uses humour so skilfully that the reader's own
single place opinions on various political issues are formed even
(b) It brings together the maximum number of without him even realizing how it happened.
buyers to a single place 138. What are the aims of the?
(c) It is conducted by The Trade Fair Authority (a) To criticize people and all their practices
of India (b) To be humorous and offend people.
(d) It has seminars, conferences and film shows (c) To make positive criticism about people and
on the various products change wrong practices.
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) (d) To show the people funny things and criticize
Ans. (a) : According to the passage the trade fair an them.
effective way of promoting products is "It brings SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
together the maximum number of manufacturers, Ans. (c) : According to the passage the aims of the
suppliers and buyers in a single place." Hence option cartoonist are "To make positive criticism about people
(a) will be correct answer. and change wrong practices." Hence option (c) will be
136. Under the same roof means: correct answer.
(a) In an open area (b) In a big building 139. What does the passage talk about?
(c) at one place (d) at different places (a) Cartoons and their purpose
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) (b) Cartoons in different language papers
Ans. (c) : According to the passage 'Under the same (c) Humorous cartoons
roof' is an idiom which means "at one place." Hence (d) Cartoonists in India
option (c) will be correct answer. SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
137. What is the main purpose of organizing trade Ans. (a) : The passage talk about "Cartoons and their
fairs? purpose". Hence option (a) will be correct answer.
(a) Informing people about the activities of 140. Why does the cartoonist use humour?
traders (a) To influence public opinion
(b) Launching international products (b) To help people have ideas about their society
(c) Bringing the manufacturers and suppliers (c) To make people understand their duties
together (d) To change the political issues in the country
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SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) Ans. (a) : According to the passage the cartoonist's
Ans. (d) : According to the passage the main purpose aim is to use humour to not only criticize but also
of organizing trade fair is "sales promiton." Hence correct the wrong practice. In other word we can say
option (d) will be correct answer. the Cartoonist use humour "To influence public
Comprehension : opinion." Hence option (a) will be correct.
Read the following passage and answer the 141. Cartoons make the general reader smile
questions. because they make him notice something that
The general reader enjoys cartoons for two reasons. First, is:
these cartoons make him smile because they draw his (a) general and unexpected
attention to something that is unusual and unexpected. (b) curious and unusual
The cartoonist highlights some aspects of a well-known (c) beautiful and unusual
personality in the field of politics, social work, cinema, (d) uncommon and unexpected
sports, business etc. and criticises the person involved. SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
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Ans. (d) : According to the passage Cartoons make the (c) He asked them to give the land to all their six
general reader smile because they make him notice sons
something that is "uncommon and unexpected." Hence (d) He asked them to consider him as their sixth
option (d) will be correct answer. son and give him one-sixth of their land.
142. To beat around the bush means: SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
(a) to talk about a lot of unimportant things Ans. (d) : According to the passage Vinoba make an
(b) to give an example appeal to the landlords "He asked them to consider him
(c) to highlight unique features as their sixth son and give him one-sixth of their land."
(d) to say what is most important Hence option (d) will be correct answer.
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) 145. How can it be said that Vinoba Bhave's
Ans. (a) : According to the passage "To beat around movement was successful?
the bush" is an idiom which means "to talk about a lot (a) By 1969, he had collected 4 million acres for
of unimportant things." Hence option (a) will be redistribution.
correct answer. (b) By 1951, he had persuaded the wealthy
Comprehension : landlords to donate their land
Read the following passage and answer the (c) By 1969, he had collected 12,000 acres for
questions. redistribution
The founder of the Bhoodan Yangna or the Land Gifts (d) In 1951, he had walked 300 miles to attend a
Mission was Acharya Vinoba Bhave, a close associate meeting.
and follower of Mahatma Gandhi. This movement, SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
which was one of the greatest land reform movements in Ans. (a) : According to the passage Vinoba Bhave's
Independent India, was started in the year 1951 in movement was successful because "by 1969, he had
Pochampalli, Telangana. collected 4 million acres for redistribution." Hence
In the spring of 1951 there was a meeting of rural option (a) will be correct answer.
workers in Hyderabad. Since Vinoba Bhave never used 146. Read the passage and answer the questions by
money, he decided to walk to this meeting which was choosing the correct option for each.
some 300 miles away from where he lived. On the way, What type of a movement was the Bhoodan
in every village through which he passed, he came face Yagna?
to face with the misery of the poor, landless farmers. He (a) It was a Spring movement
realized that he should leave no stone unturned in his (b) It was a land reforms movement
mission to seek justice and land for his poor countrymen.
When he reached Hyderabad he went straight to a village (c) It was a village movement
and in one of the prayer meetings he appealed to the (d) It was a land movement
landlords. He said, "If you had five sons and a sixth were SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
born to you, wouldn't you give him a portion of your Ans. (b) : According to the passage the Bhoodan
estate? Treat me as your sixth son and give me one-sixth Yagna "was a land reform movement." Hence option
of your land for redistribution to the poor." His words (b) will be correct answer.
struck a chord among the landlords. 147. To leave no stone unturned means :
Land was voluntarily donated and within the two months (a) To find a new path
that he spent in Hyderabad, Vinoba received nearly (b) To try and do new things
12,000 acres in trust for the landless. Encouraged by this (c) To walk carefully on a road full of stones
success, he travelled across india to convince the wealthy
landlords to share a small area of their land with their (d) To do everything possible to achieve a good
poor, landless neighbours. By 1969, the Bhoodan result
movement had collected over 4 million acres of land for SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm)
redistribution. Ans. (d) : According to the passage 'To leave no stone
143. When and where was the Bhoodan movement unturned' is an idiom which means "To do everything
started? possible to achieve a good result." Hence option (d)
(a) 1951, Hyderabad will be correct answer.
(b) 1951, Pochampalli, Telangana Comprehension :
(c) 1969, Pochampalli, telangana Read the passage carefully and choose the best
(d) 1969, Hyderabad answer to each question out of the four
SSC Stenographer Grade C&D –05/02/2019 (3:5pm) alternatives.
Ans. (b) : According to the passage Bhoodan Doing an internship at the University of Lille in France, I
movement started' in 1951, Pochampalli, Telangana. almost always found myself stuck whenever I had to
Hence option (b) will be correct answer. speak to non-Indians about India or on anything 'Indian'.
This was more because of the subtle differences in the
144. How did Vinoba make an appeal to the way the French understood India in comparison to what I
landlords? thought was 'Indian'. For instance, when I, or any Indian
(a) He asked them to think of the villagers as for that matter, say 'Hindi' is an Indian language, what it
their sons and give one-sixth of their land means is that it is one of the languages widely spoken in
(b) He insisted that all the land belonged to the India. This need not be similar to the understanding that
poor the French would have when they hear of 'Hindi' as an
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Indian language. Because for them Hindi then becomes 152. According to the writer the responsibility of
the only language spoken in India. This is a natural explaining the facts about India to Europeans
inference that the French, Germans, Italians and many rests with?
other European nationals would tend to make, because (a) Europeans
that is generally how it is in their own respective (b) Indians
countries. The risk of such inappropriate generalisations (c) Rest of the world
made about 'Indian' is not restricted to language alone (d) Indian Government
but also for India's landscape, cuisine, movies, music, SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
climate, economic development and even political Ans. (b) According to the writer the responsibility of
ideologies. The magnitude of diversity of one European explaining the pacts about India to Europeans rests with
country can be easily compared to that of one of the ‘Indians’. Other options are not correct. Hence option
Indian State, isn't it? Can they imagine that India is one (b) would be correct answer.
country whose diversity can be equated to that of the
entire European continent? The onus is upon us to go Comprehension :
ahead and clarify the nuances in 'Indianness' while we Read the passage carefully and choose the best
converse. But why should one do so? How does it even answer to each question out of the four
matter to clarify? alternatives.
148. Why do some French people think that Hindi is It was a bittersweet moment for me when I found out that
the only Indian language? I had been selected for the Sakura Science Exchange
Programme, a Robotics and IoT workshop in Japan. A
(a) Because that is the way in most European fully-funded opportunity of a lifetime. Fly off to Saitama
countries without a care on the world, and all I had to do was put
(b) That is what is being taught to them into practice what I love to do – computer science. The
(c) They know India is also called as Hindustan bitter part of the episode – that I would lose two weeks
so people there must speak only Hindi of IB education, an almost literal mountain to cover
(d) As most Indians they meet speak Hindi when I got back – was quickly forgotten when I
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 envisioned myself programming robots in the country
Ans. (a) According to the passage option (a) Because that gave us Anime and sushi! It was with the eagerness
that is the way in most European countries would be to have an extended vacation in an un-visited land, and
the opportunity to learn more about a subject that I am
correct answer. Other options are not correct.
passionate about, that I headed to the Kempegowda
149. The writer was working at a university in International Airport outside Bengaluru. Little did I
which country? know this would be the experience of a lifetime, more for
(a) France (b) Germany the endearing values of the Japanese culture that made
(c) Italy (d) India their mark on me than anything else. The first feature of
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 Japanese society that called out to me was the Discipline.
Ans. (a) According to the passage the writer was Walking into the Narita International Airport, used as I
working at a University in ‘France’. Hence option (a) was to the noisy crowds back in India, I quite literally
lost my breath to the sight that awaited me. Be it the
would be correct answer. security check or baggage claim, somehow there was a
150. What wrong with respect to India are the silence that felt right. Everyone went about their
Europeans responsible for? activities without any confusion. And, contrary to the
(a) Their hatred towards Indian culture bharatiya custom of lazy pot-bellied officials, every
(b) Their complete lack of knowledge regarding guard and all counter personnel did what they were
India's past supposed to do to ensure this flow was maintained.
(c) That India is economically decades behind 153. What was it that the writer did not like about
the developed world his trip to Japan?
(d) Their inappropriate generalizations (a) That the trip was so short
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (b) That he would be compelled to eat sushi
Ans. (d) According to the passage the Europeans are (c) That he would miss a fortnight worth of I B
responsible for their inappropriate generalization. education
Hence option (d) would be correct answer. (d) That Japanese people are too disciplined
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151. The writer compares diversity of one European
country to the diversity of ____________. Ans. (c) According to the passage “The writer did not
like about his trip to Japan” that he would miss a
(a) One major city in India fortnight would of IB Education” Hence option (c)
(b) One Indian State would be correct answer.
(c) The whole continent of Asia
154. What did the writer notice when he arrived at
(d) The whole world Narita International Airport?
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 (a) The bags arriving on time in baggage claim
Ans. (b) According to the passage “The writer (b) The cleanliness
compares diversity of one European country to the (c) That there was no security check
diversity of 'one Indian state.' Other options are not (d) The silence
correct. Hence option (b) would be correct answer. SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
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Ans. (d) According to the passage “ The writer noticed India did well to defend its position on its food security
when he arrived at Narita International Airport “The programme. The envisaged reform package which will
Silence”. Hence option (d) would be correct. see a greater use of direct cash transfers to beneficiaries
155. Why was the writer travelling to Japan? will be in sync with what developed countries do. But
(a) On a holiday it’s important for India to enhance its efforts to
(b) For two weeks of IB education reinvigorate WTO. In this context, India’s plan to
(c) For employment organise a meeting of some countries early next year is a
step in the right direction. WTO represents the best
(d) To attend a robotics workshop
available platform to accommodate interests of adiverse
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 set of nations. Therefore, India should be at the forefront
Ans. (d) According to the passage “the writer travelling of moves to fortify it.
to Japan” To attend a robotics workshope” Hence 158. Why was the WTO’s 11th binennial ministerial
option (d) would be correct answer. conference worrisome?
156. What aspect of Japanese culture left a mark on (a) Denial of states quo.
the writer? (b) Inability of negotiators to reach to
(a) Their cuisine substantive outcome for the problems.
(b) Their unity (c) Rift in the policies suggested by WTO on
(c) Their health consciousness IPR.
(d) Their values (d) Non-cooperation from Indian government on
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 various matters.
Ans. (d) According to the passage “ their values of SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Japanese culture left a mark on the writer. Hence option Ans. (b) According to the passage ‘the WTO’ 11th
(d) would be correct. biennial ministerial conference Worrisome because “
157. Which country is credited for producing inability of negotiators to reach to substantive outcome
Anime? for the problems. Hence option (b) would be correct
(a) India (b) Japan answer.
(c) America (d) England 159. What is the biggest threat to WTO’s efficacy
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 today?
Ans. (b) According to the passage “ Japan is credited (a) India being not working in its best interest.
for producing Anime and Sushi. Hence option (b) (b) Lost of faith in WTO by US.
would be correct. (c) Negotiators of WTO are not decision takers.
Comprehension : (d) WTO’s lame attitude towards global trade.
Read the passage carefully and select the best SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
answer to each question out of the given four
alternatives. Ans. (b) According to the passage “ The biggest threat
to WTO’s efficacy today is ‘ Last of faith in WTO by us
The conclusion of World Trade Organization’s 11th
“. Hence option (b) would be correct answer.
biennial ministerial conference at Buenos Aires was
worrisome. From an Indian standpoint, there was no loss 160. Which of the following nation is keen to fortify
as status quo continues in the most important issue: the its interest on WTO platform?
right to continue the food security programme by using (a) USA (b) Japan
support prices. But the inability of the negotiators to (c) Russia (d) India
reach even one substantive outcome suggests that SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
WTO’s efficacy is under question. As a 164-country
multilateral organisation dedicated to crafting rules of Ans. (a) According to the sense of the passage “USA”
trade through consensus, WTO represents the optimal bet is keen to fortify its interest an WTO Platform. Hence
for developing countries such as India. Strengthening option (a) would be correct answer.
WTO is in India’s best interest. 161. Which of the following is the most successful
Perhaps the biggest threat to WTO’s efficacy today is the segments of the WTO mentioned in the
attitude of the US. The world’s largest economy appears passage?
to have lost faith in the organisation and has begun to (a) Dispute redressal mechanism
undermine one of its most successful segments, the (b) Intellectual Property Rights
dispute redressal mechanism. This is significant as the
(c) Reviewer of government’s t rade policies.
US has been directly involved in nearly half of
(d) Agreement on trade in services.
all cases brought to WTO. Separately, large groups of
countries decided to pursue negotiations on e-commerce, SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
investment facilitation and removal of trade obstacles for Ans. (a) According to the passage “ Dispute redressal
medium and small scale industries. By itself this should mechanim” is the most successful segment of the WTO
not weaken WTO. But it comes at a time when there is mentioned in the passage. Hence option (a) would be
growing frustration with gridlock at WTO. correct.
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162. According to the passage, which of the 163. According to the passage, what makes us really
following statement is NOT true? happy?
(a) 11th WTO conference was held at Nairobi. (a) A soulful music.
(b) India’s take on food security programme in (b) A soulful sculptures art.
the WTO conference was positive. (c) Freeing our mind.
(c) US is termed as the world’s largest economy. (d) Embracing what feeds our soul.
(d) US is involved directly in half of the cases SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
brought to WTO
Ans. (d) According to the Sense of the passage,
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“Embracing what feeds our soul” makes us really
Ans. (a) According to the passage, 11th biennial happy. Hence option (d) would be correct.
ministerial Conference was held on Buenos Aire Not in
Nairobi. Hence option (a) 11th WTO conference was 164. According to the passage, why even our
held at Nairobi is Not True statement. amateurish attempts motivate us?
Comprehension : (a) Because even unknown forces of the universe
Read the passage carefully and select the best are assisting us in them.
answer to each question out of the given four (b) Because we never knew that this part ever
alternatives. existed inside us.
One should consciously engage in activities that will (c) Because these amateur attempts of ours are
nourish your soul. Just as we nourish the body, we need insincere ones.
to nurture the soul to connect to the creative power of the (d) Because they still are clumsy and need
universe and to manifest joy in our lives. Often, we improvement.
forget to address the soul, lost as we are in a jungle of SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
material and sensual pleasures. But the more you
embrace what feeds your soul, the happier you become. Ans. (a) According to the passage, because even
So if you want to enjoy the abundance of life, engage in unknown forces of the universe are assisting us in
what enriches your soul. them” is correct answer. Hence option (a) would be
Nurturing the soul is all about finding calm amidst chaos. correct answer.
There are a number of practices that empower people 165. What activities can nutrify soul?
towards this end including silent contemplation, various (a) Creative activities that needs your
forms of meditation, yoga and tai chi However, the rigor involvement.
and discipline involved in the pursuit of such practices (b) Any activity that doesn't touch the soul.
often seems to discourage people. Add to this, the (c) Peaceful and calming activities.
temptations of the material world that leave little time
and motivation for anyone to pursue the spiritual path. (d) Immaculate artwork.
Poet Walt Whitman declared: “Whatever satisfies the SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
soul is truth”. Ans. (c) According to the passage “Peaceful and
The good news is that simple, everyday activities can Calming activities can nutrify soul” Hence option (c)
also nutrify the soul — like spending time in the midst of would be correct.
nature, dancing in the rain or just putting thoughts on 166. What can you infer from Michelangelo’s
paper. Do whatever is calming and pleases you. Creative statement - "I saw the angel in the marble and
pursuits are particularly appealing as inside each one of
us, there is an artist craving for release and awaiting an carved until I set him free"?
opportunity for expression. One of the ways to indulge (a) Michelangelo’s soul probably wanted to free
the artist within is to get started with the practice of any the angel and hence his artwork portrayed the
one or more of the creative art forms such as music, same.
singing, dancing, acting, drawing, painting, sculpting, (b) Michelangelo didn’t like the angel and hence
poetry, fiction or essay writing. wanted to do away with it
When you engage in such soul nourishing activities, all (c) Michelangelo wanted his artwork to look as
thought and energy gets focused toward goal close to real as possible.
accomplishment. At this point, you will find that even (d) Michelangelo’s mind felt free after setting
unknown forces of the universe are conniving to assist the angel free in his artwork.
you in your amateurish but sincere attempts. As you SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
progress, you are motivated to do better. You touch and
access a faculty, a part of you that you never knew Ans. (a) For the above question “Michelangelo’s soul
existed. Your inner artist is unleashed, baring the beauty probably wanted to free angel and hence his artwork
of your soul that has found a fond medium of expression. Portrayed the same. Hence option (a) would be correct.
For instance, a sculptor’s soul is seen in his artwork; a 167. Why do creative pursuits appeal us?
musician’s in his compositions; an actor’s in his acting, a (a) They nutrify our souls.
painter’s in his paintings and so on. It is immaterial (b) Inside each one of us, is an artist craving to
whether your effort is an immaculate artwork or just a come out.
clumsy attempt by a layperson. The idea is to try, be
inspired and to create giving free rein to the mind. As (c) They identify beauty of our body.
Michelangelo remarked: “I saw the angel in the marble (d) They are not simple activities.
and carved until I set him free”! SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
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Ans. (b) According to the passage “We do creative 169. Suggest a suitable title for the passage?
pursuits appeal us because inside each one of us, is an (a) True happiness as experienced by Mother
artist craving to come out. Hence option (b) would be Teresa
correct. (b) Forty years of discovery Tolstoy
Comprehension : (c) Living truly
A passage is given with five questions following (d) Learning it the hard way
it. Read the passage carefully and select the SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
best answer to each question out of the given Ans. (c) According to the passage “Living truly” is
four alternatives. suitable title for the passage. Hence option (c) would be
The saddest part of life lies not in the act of dying, but in correct answer.
failing to truly live while we are alive. Too many of us 170. According to the passage, what took Tolstoy
play small with our lives, never letting the fullness of our forty years to discover?
humanity see the light of day. I’ve learned that what (a) Simple point of happiness.
really counts in life, in the end, is not how many toys we (b) That we live for ourselves only when we live
have collected or how much money we’ve accumulated, for others.
but how many of our talents we have liberated and used (c) That his spirit was undeterred.
for a purpose that adds value to this world. What truly (d) That he was a great leader of human hearts.
matters most are the lives we have touched and the SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
legacy that we have left. Tolstoy put it so well when he Ans. (b) According to the passage option (b) That we
wrote: “We live for ourselves only when we live for live for ourselves only when we live for others is correct
others.” It took me forty years to discover this simple answer. Other option give different meaning.
point of wisdom. 171. What according to the passage is success?
Forty long years to discover that success cannot really be (a) Success cannot be pursued.
pursued. Success ensues and flows into your life as the (b) Success is an unintended yet inevitable
unintended yet inevitable byproduct of a life spent byproduct of a life spent enriching the lives
enriching the lives of other people. When you shift your of others.
daily focus from a compulsion to survive towards a (c) Success is true fulfillment.
lifelong commitment to serve, your existence cannot help (d) Success is incremental act of decency.
but explode into success. I still can’t believe that I had to SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
wait until the “half-time” of my life to figure out that true Ans. (b) According to the passage, “ Success is an
fulfillment as a human being comes not from achieving Unintended yet inevitable by product of life spent
those grand gestures that put us on the front pages of the enriching the lives of other. Hence option (b) would be
newspapers and business magazines, but instead from correct answer.
those basic and incremental acts of decency that each one 172. A passage is given with five questions following
of us has the privilege to practice each and every day if it. Read the passage carefully and select the
we simply make the choice to do so. best answer to each question out of the given
Mother Teresa, a great leader of human hearts if ever four.
there was one, said it best: “There are no great acts, only (a) That there are no great acts, only small acts
small acts done with great love.” I learned this the hard are done with great love.
way in my life. Until recently, I had been so busy (b) That she had been so busy striving that she
striving, I had missed out on living. I was so busy had missed out on living.
chasing life’s big pleasures that I had missed out on the (c) That her days were over scheduled and her
little ones, those micro joys that weave themselves in and mind was over worked.
out of our lives on a daily basis but often go unnoticed. (d) That she was so busy chasing life’s big
My days were overscheduled, my mind was overworked pleasures that she had missed out on the little
and my spirit was underfed. one’s.
168. According to the passage, what does ''failing to SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
truly live while we are alive means. Ans. (a) According to the passage option (a) That there
(a) End up thinking of death all our lives. are no great acts, only small acts are done with great
(b) Never letting the fullness of our humanity see love is correct answer. Other option give different
the light of day. meaning.
(c) Focus on basic and incremental acts of Comprehension :
decency. A passage is given with five questions following
(d) Over scheduling our days and over paying it. Read the passage carefully and select the
ourselves. best answer to each question out of the given
four alternatives.
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Teaching about compassion and empathy in schools can
Ans. (b) According to the passage ”failing to truly live help deal with problems of climate change and
while we are alive means” Never letting the fullness of environmental degradation,” says Barbara Maas,
our humanity see the light of day” hence option (b) secretary, Standing Committee for Environment and
would be correct answer. Conservation, International Buddhist Confederation
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(IBC). She was in New Delhi to participate in the IBC’s (b) He said that if he sees people wearing fur and
governing council meeting, December 10-11, 2017. “We skins, he doesn’t feel like living.
started an awareness campaign in the year 2005-2006 (c) He said Buddhism is an ideal vehicles it
with H H The Dalai Lama when we learnt that tiger skins makes people more contented.
were being traded in China and Tibet. At that time, I was (d) He said “we need to live with contentment
not a Buddhist; I wrote to the Dalai Lama asking him to and deal with each other an d the
say that ‘this is harmful’ and he wrote back to say, “We environment with love and compassion”.
will stop this.” He used very strong words during the SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Kalachakra in 2006, when he said, ‘If he sees people
wearing fur and skins, he doesn’t feel like living. ‘This Ans. (b) According to passage, HH Dalai Lama Said to
sent huge shock waves in the Himalayan community. his followers. He said that if he sees people wearing fur
Within six months, in Lhasa, people ripped the fur trim and skins, he doesn’t feel like living. Hence option (b)
of their tubba, the traditional Tibetan dress. would be correct answer.
The messenger was ideal and the audience was 175. According to the passage, what do you infer
receptive,” says Maas who is a conservationist. She has from ''The messenger was ideal and the
studied the battered fox’s behavioral ecology in audience was receptive''?
Serengeti, Africa. She heads the endangered species (a) It means that the audience found the
conservation at the Nature and Biodiversity Conservation messenger attractive and that they wanted to
Union (NABU) International Foundation for Nature, listen to him more and more.
Berlin. “I met Samdhong Rinpoche, The Karmapa, HH (b) It means that audience’s reaction goes hand
the Dalai Lama and Geshe Lhakdor and I thought, if by in hand with the speaker’s effectiveness.
being a Buddhist, you become like this, I am going for it, (c) It means that HH Dalai Lama was a perfect
“says Maas, who led the IBC initiative for including the choice of messenger for the message to be
Buddhist perspective to the global discourse on climate received by the audience.
change by presenting the statement, ‘The Time to Act is (d) It means that messenger was tested and was
Now: a Buddhist Declaration on Climate Change,’ at working properly.
COP21 in Paris. “It was for the first time in the history of SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018
Buddhism that leaders of different sanghas came together Ans. (c) According to the passage option (c) means that
to take a stand on anything! The statement lists a couple HH Dalai Lama was a perfect choice of messenger for
of important things: the first is that we amass things that the massage to be received by the audience. Other
we don’t need; there is overpopulation; we need to live options give different meaning.
with contentment and deal with each other and the 176. Why did Ms. Barbara Maas say “If I can
environment with love and compassion,” elaborates change, so can anybody”?
Maas. She is an ardent advocate of a vegan diet because (a) She never wanted to change but she still did,
“consuming meat and milk globally contributes more to so anyone else can.
climate change than all "transport in the world.” Turning
vegetarian or vegan usually requires complete change of (b) She was a complete vegan but still turned
non vegetarian.
perspective before one gives up eating their favorite
food. What are the Buddhist ways to bring about this (c) She did not believe in Buddhism but the
kind of change at the individual level? “To change our religion attracted her.
behavior, Buddhism is an ideal vehicle; it made me a (d) She grew up eating non vegetarian but turned
more contented person,” says Maas, who grew up in vegan.
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individual. She says, “If I can change, so can anybody”. Ans. (d) According to the passage, ‘Ms Barbara Maas
173. According to the passage, how can studying say “ if I can change, so can anybody because she grow
compassion and empathy in schools help? up eating non vegetarian but turned vegan. Hence
(a) It can help us understand and connect option (d) would be correct.
Buddhism. Comprehension:
(b) It can help deal with problems of climate Read the passage and answer the questions
change and environmental degradation. given below it
(c) It can change our behaviours and make us The Manipur government has appointed a nine-year-old
more content person. girls as the State's Green ambassador, less than a week
(d) It can help us in turning vegetarian. after a video of her crying for two tress axed for a road-
SSC CGL (Phase-II) 17/02/2018 widening project went viral.
Ans. (b) According to the passage option (b) It can help An order from H. Balkrisna Singh, Manipur's Director of
Information and Public Relations, on August 7 said
deal with problems of climate change and
Valentina Devi of Kakching district had been made the
environmental degradation is correct answer. Other
brand ambassador for the Chief Minister's Green
option give different meaning. Manipur Mission and all official tree-plantation activities
174. What did HH Dalai Lama said to his followers taken up in the State.
which came as a blow to them? This, the order said, was in recognition of her immense
(a) He said “we need to live with contentment love and affection for trees and for generating mass
and deal with each other and the environment awareness on conservation of the environment for a
with love and compassion. "period of one year from the date of issuing the order"
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A class V student of Amutombi Divine Life English (a) to promote awareness about the conservation
School in Kakching town, about 45 km southeast of of the environment
Manipur's capital Imphal, she had planted the saplings (b) to supervise tree planting
of two Gulmohar (royal Poinciana) trees by the side of (c) to stop trees from being cut down
a river when she was in class I. she had been tending to (d) to make films about environment
the saplings, which grew up into healthy trees in about SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
four years. Ans. (a) : According to the passage, to promote
On Saturday, the two trees, along with other vegetation, awareness about the conservation of the environment,
were axed for a project to widen a road beside the river. would be the primary role of a Green Ambassador.
Avideographer filmed her crying over the trees. Hence option (a) would be correct.
I saw the video of this girl crying like anything, as if 180. Select the option that correctly answers the
someone very near to her had passed away. Her feeling question.
for two felled trees, which we adults would probably not Valentina Devi has been appointed as
think much about, moved me. I asked Victoria, the Manipur's Green Ambassador because
district's Superintendent of Police to meet her, console (a) She loves trees immensely
her and give her at least 20 saplings to plant at a suitable (b) She planted two gulmohar trees when she was
place, Manipur's Chief Minister told The Hindu on class 2
Thursday. (c) the trees she planted were cut down
But the felt this was not enough. (d) a videographer filmed her crying over the
"Later, I realised there could not be a better ambassdor trees
than her for the Green Manipur Mission we had launched SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I)
in June. Her passion for trees at such a young age was so Ans. (d) : According to the passage, Valentina Devi
infectious that I took a decision to have an order issued has been appointed as Manipur’s Green Ambassador
and hand it over through government officials to her," he because to make film about environment. Hence option
said. The order says Valentina, the daughter of (d) would be correct.
Premkumar singh, will be part of all such advertisements Comprehension:
and campaigns that promote an increase in Manipur's Read the passage and answer the questions.
green cover. "She will be provided honorarium at The therapeutic value and healing powers of plants were
government rates, transportation facilities, food and demonstrated to me when I was a boy of about ten. I had
lodging facilities at admissible rates by the sponsoring developed an acute persistent abdominal pain that did not
government department," the order said. respond readily to hospital medication. My mother had
177. Select the option that correctly answer the taken me to the city’s central hospital on several
question. occasions, where different drugs were tried on me. In
Why did the police officer meet Valentina? total desperation, she took me to Egya Mensa, a well-
(a) to offer her 20 saplings for the trees cut down known herbalist in my home town in the western
(b) to make a video on her life province of Ghana. This man was no stranger to the
medical doctors at the hospital. He had earned the
(c) to inform her about her becoming the green reputation of offering excellent help when they were
ambassador confronted with difficult cases where Western medicine
(d) to tell her about the importance of the road had failed to cure.
widening After a brief interview, he left us waiting in his
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I) consulting room while he went out to the field. He
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, ‘The police returned with several leaves and the bark of a tree. One
officer meet Valentina to offer her so saplings for the of his attendants quickly prepared a decoction and
trees cut down. Hence option (a) would be correct. handed me a glass of this preparation. It was extremely
178. Select the option that correctly answers the bitter but within an hour or so’, I began to feel relieved.
The rest of the decoction was put in two large bottles so
question. that I could take doses periodically. Within three days,
As a Green Ambassador, which of the following the frequent abdominal pains stopped and I recall gaining
will Valentina NOT be entitled to? a god appetite. I have appreciated the healing powers of
(a) will get a monthly salary medicinal plants ever since.
(b) will receive an honorarium My experience may sound unusual to those who come
(c) will get transport, food and lodging from urban areas of the developed world, but for those in
(d) will feature in advertisements less affluent nations such experience are common.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VII (M.L.) 15.10.2019 (Shift-I) Studies by WHO indicate that for 75 to 90 per cent of the
rural population of the world, the herbalist is the only
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, Valentina will not person who handles their medical problems.
be entitled to get a monthly salary. Hence option (a)
In African culture, traditional medical practitioners are
would be correct. always considered to be influential spiritual leaders as
179. Select the option that correctly answers the well, using magic and religion along with medicines.
question. Illness is handled with the individual’s hidden spiritual
Which of these would be the primary role of a powers and with application of plants containing healing
Green Ambassador? properties.
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181. Egya Mensa was reputed to : The bowls never wanted washing. The boys polished
(a) help where Western medicines failed them with their spoons till they shone again; and when
(b) handle 75 per cent of rural population they had performed this operation, they would sit staring
(c) cure all patients in the central hospital at the cooper vessel with eager eyes employing
(d) heal people by magic and religion themselves, meanwhile, in sucking their fingers.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II) Oliver Twist and his companions suffered the tortures of
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, Egya Mensa was slow starvation for three months; at last they got so
reputed to help where western medicines failed. Other voracious and wild with hunger, that one boy, who was
option give different meaning. Hence option (a) would tall for his age, hinted darkly to his companions, that
be correct answer. unless he had another basin of gruel, he was afraid he
182. The decoction given to the narrator was: might some night happen to eat the boy who slept next to
(a) tasty but useless him. He had a wild, hungry eye; and they implicitly
(b) made from roots and herbs believed. A council was held; lots were cast about who
(c) bitter but effective should walk up to the master after supper that evening,
(d) made from fresh fruits and ask for more; and it fell to Oliver Twist.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II) The evening arrived; the boys took their places.
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, The decoction The gruel was served. The boys whispered to each other,
give to the narrator was bitter but effective. Other and winked at Oliver; while his next neighbors nudged
option give different meaning. Hence option (c) would him.
be correct answer. Oliver rose from the table; and advancing to the master,
183. Who was Egya Mensa? basin and spoon in hand, said, "Please, sir, I want some
(a) The narrator (b) A spiritual healer more."
(c) A herbal doctor (d) A medical doctor The master aimed a blow at Oliver's head and shrieked
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II) aloud.
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, Egya Mensa was 186. When Oliver Twist asked for more gruel:
A herbal doctor. Hence option (c) would be correct. (a) The master screamed loudly
184. The traditional medical practitioners are (b) The other boys Supported him
found: (c) The master threw the gruel at him
(a) in WHO (d) The other boys laughed at him
(b) around the world SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
(c) in African culture Ans. (a) : According to the passage, Oliver Twist
(d) in Ghana asked for more gruel for the master screamed Loudly.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II) Hence option (a) would be correct.
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, The traditional 187. The boys held a meeting in order to decide:
medical practitioners are found around the would. (a) Who would help the master in the hall
Hence option (b) would be correct.
(b) Who would beat the tall boy for his wildness
185. Which of the following statements is NOT
(c) Who would steal the food from the kitchen
true?
(a) The narrator is sceptic about the healing (d) Who would tell the master they wanted more
powers of plants food
(b) The narrator was asked to take periodic doses SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
of the decoction Ans. (d) : According to the passage, The boys held a
(c) The narrator complained of frequent meeting in order to decide who would tell the master
abdominal pains they wanted more food. Hence option (d) would be
(d) The narrator paid several visits to the city’s correct answer.
central hospital 188. The passage throws light on:
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (G.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-II) (a) How Oliver and other boys were well cared
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, The narrator is for in school
sceptic about the healing power of plants is Not true (b) Playful and mischievous behavior of the boys
statement. Hence option (a) would be correct answer. (c) The starvation faced by boys living in a home
Comprehension: for the poor
Read the given passage and answer the (d) The kindness of people who looked after the
questions that follow. boys
The room in which the boys were fed, was a large stone SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I)
hall, with a copper vessel at one end, out of which the
master ladled the gruel at mealtimes. Of this festive Ans. (c) : According to the passage, The passage
composition each boy had one bowl, and no more - throws light on: The starvation faced by boys living in
except on occasions of great public rejoicing, when he a home for the poor. Hence option (c) would be
had two ounces and a quarter of bread besides. correct.

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189. Which of the following is NOT an indication fo India's total export of floriculture was Rs. 571.38
the boys being poorly fed? crores/$81.94 million in 2018-19. The major importing
(a) The boys whispered to each other countries were United States, Netherlands, United
(b) One tall boy said he might eat someone Kingdom, Germany and United Arab Emirates. There are
(c) They would sit staring at the copper, with more than 300 export-oriented units in India. More than
eager eyes 50% of the floriculture units are based in Karnataka,
(d) The boys starved for three months Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. With the technical
collaborations from foreign companies, the Indian
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floriculture industry is poised to increase its share in
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, The boys world trade.
whispered to each other is NOT an indication for the 191. The main theme of the passage is:
boys being poorly fed. Hence option (a) would be (a) the export of flowers from India
correct.
(b) commercialisation of floriculture
190. The writer says that 'the bowls never wanted (c) the rise of floriculture industry in India
washing' because: (d) the Government’s policies regarding
(a) The boys cleaned them nicely with their hands floriculture
(b) The boys ate up every little bit in the bowls SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
(c) They were left to be cleaned by the assistants
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, The main theme of
(d) There was a lot of grueld still left in them the passage is, ‘The rise of Floriculture Industry in India.
SSC Sel. Post Phase-VIII (H.L.) 09.11.2020 (Shift-I) Hence option (c) would be correct.
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, The writer says that 192. The area under floriculture production in India
the bowls never wanted washing because the boys ate is about:
up every little bit in the bowls. Hence option (b) would (a) 571 thousand hectares
be correct.
(b) 1659 thousand hectares
Comprehension: (c) 249 thousand hectares
Read the following passage and answer the (d) 484 thousand hectares
questions that follow. SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
During the decade after liberalisation floriculture
industries took giant steps in the export arena. This era has Ans. (c) : According to the passage, The area under
seen a dynamic shift from sustenance production to floriculture production in India is about 249 thousand
commercial production. The area under floriculture hactares. Hence option (c) would be correct.
production in India is around 249 thousand hectares with a 193. Which of the following statements is NOT true
production of 1659 thousand tonnes loose flowers and 484 according to the passage?
thousand tonnes cut flowers. Floriculture is now (a) India's total export of floriculture was
commercially cultivated in several states with Tamil Nadu $571.38 million in 2018-19.
(20%), Karnataka (13.5%) West Bengal (12.2%) having (b) More than 50% of the floriculture units are
gone ahead of other producing states like Madhya based in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and
Pradesh, Mizoram, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu.
Jharkhand, Haryana, Assam and Chhattisgarh. (c) Floriculture has been identified as a sunrise
Government of India has identified floriculture as a industry by the Government of India.
sunrise industry and accorded it 100% export oriented (d) Floriculture has been accorded a 100% export
status. Owing to steady increase in the demand of flowers, status by the Government.
floriculture has become one of the important commercial SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
trades in agriculture. Hence commercial floriculture has Ans. (a) : According to the passage, India’s total
emerged as hi-tech activity-taking place under controlled export of floriculture was $571.38 million in 2018-19
climatic conditions inside greenhouse. Floriculture in is NOT true statement. Hence option (a) would be
India, is being viewed as a high growth industry. correct.
Commercial floriculture is becoming important from the
export angle. The liberalisation of industrial and trade 194. What gave a major fillip to the export of Indian
policies paved the way for development of export-oriented floriculture products?
production of cut flowers. The new seed policy had (a) The new policy to ease the import of seeds of
already made it feasible to import planting material of international varieties
international varieties. It has been found that commercial (b) The liberalisation of industrial and trade
floriculture has higher potential per unit area than most of policies by the government
the field crops and is therefore a lucrative business. Indian (c) The use of technology in cultivating flowers
floriculture industry has been shifting from traditional inside greenhouses.
flowers to cut flowers for export purposes. The liberalised (d) The demand from many countries like the
economy has given an impetus to the Indian entrepreneurs US, the UK, and UAE.
for establishing export oriented floriculture units under SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
controlled climatic conditions. Ans. (b) : According to the passage, The liberalization
Indian floriculture industry comprises of flowers such as of Industrial and trade policies by the government gave
Rose, Tuberose, Glads, Anthurium, Carnations, Marigold a major fillip to the expert of Indian floriculture
etc. products. Hence option (b) would be currect.
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195. Which three states are the major cultivators of 196. Which of the following statements about Greek
floriculture products? Gods is NOT true?
(a) Tamil Nadu, Assam and Chhattisgarh (a) They were invoked to aid in all matters.
(b) Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and West Bengal (b) They possessed human qualities.
(c) Karnataka, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh (c) Some of them were immoral, petty and vain.
(d) West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha (d) Greek Gods were mortals.
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Ans. (d) : According to the passage, Greek Gods were
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, Tamil Nadu, mortals is Not True. Other option are true. Hence
Karnataka and West Bengal are three states are the option (d) would be correct.
major cultivators of floriculture products. Hence option
197. How did Zeus bring back his siblings?
(b) would be correct answer.
(a) by challenging and slaying Crius
Comprehension: (b) by making Kronos vomit the swallowed
Read the passage and answer the questions that children
follow. (c) by worshipping the sanctuary of Apollo
Greek religious traditions encompassed a large pantheon (d) by reviving them with an elixir
of gods, complex mythologies, rituals and cult practices. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
Greece was a polytheistic society, and looked to its gods Ans. (b) : According to the passage, Zeus bring back
and mythology to explain natural mysteries as well as his Sibling by making kronos vomit the swallowed
current events. Religious festivals and ceremonies were Children. Hence option (b) would correct
held throughout the year, and animal sacrifice and votive 198. Animal sacrifices were made to Gods to:
offerings were popular ways to appease and worship the (a) pacify and worship them
gods. Religious life, rituals and practices were one of the (b) understand nature’s mysteries
unifying aspects of Greece across regions and poleis (c) enrage and challenge them
(cities, or city-states, such as Athens and Sparta). (d) know about future events
Greek gods were immortal beings who possessed human- SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
like qualities and were represented as completely human Ans. (a) : According to the passage, animal sacrifices
in visual art. They were moral and immoral, petty and were to gods to pacify and worship them. Hence option
just, and often vain. The gods were invoked to intervene (c) would be correct.
and assist in all matters large, small, private and public. 199. The twelve Olympian Gods and Goddesses
City-states claimed individual gods and goddesses as were the children of:
their patrons. Temples and sanctuaries to the gods were (a) Gaia and Uranus (b) Zeus and Phoebe
built in every city. Many cities became cult sites due to (c) Kronos and Rhea (d) Hyperion and Theia
their connection with a god or goddess and specific SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
myths. For instance, the city of Delphi was known for its Ans. (c) : According to the passage, The twelve
oracle and sanctuary of Apollo, because Apollo was Olympian Gods and Goddesses were the Children of
believed to have killed a dragon that inhabited Delphi. kronos and Rhea. Hence option (c) would be correct.
The history of the Greek pantheon begins with the 200. Kronos devoured his children at birth because:
primordial deities Gaia (Mother Earth) and Uranus (a) his son was predicted to overthrow him
(Father Sky), who were the parents of the first of twelve (b) he was a titan who hated children
giants known as Titans. Among these Titans were six (c) he did not have faith in his wife
males and six females. The males were named Oceanus, (d) it was a cult practice to please the gods
Hyperion, Coeus, Crius, Iapetus, and Kronos. The SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-I)
females were named Themis, Mnemosyne, Tethys,
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, kronos devoured
Theia, Phoebe, and Rhea. his children at birth because his son was predicted to
Kronos eventually overthrew Uranus and ruled during a ever throw him. Hence option (a) would be correct.
mythological Golden Age. Over time, he and Rhea had
twelve children who would become the Olympian gods. Comprehension:
However, Kronos heard a prophecy that his son would Read the given passage and answer the
overthrow him, as he did to Uranus. In an effort to avert questions that follow.
fate, he ordered Rhea to allow him to devour each of the Many of us have enjoyed visiting a zoo and consider it a
children upon their birth. day out having fun. Seeing real animals face to face can
Best known among the pantheon are the twelve be thrilling and exciting, but many people wonder
whether the animals themselves, while entertaining us,
Olympian gods and goddesses who resided on Mt. are suffering in the zoos.
Olympus in northern Greece. Zeus, the youngest son of Many zoos do not have enough money to provide the
Rhea and Kronos, was hidden from his father, instead of animals with the basic features of a proper environment.
being swallowed. Once he became a man, he challenged Most animals are put in an artificial environment (e.g.,
his father’s rule, forcing Kronos to regurgitate the rest of cages). This isolation from their natural habitat can
his swallowed children. These children were Zeus’s amount to cruelty. In some zoos, we see concrete floors
siblings, and together they overthrew Kronos, making for burrowing animals like rabbits. Cruelty may be
Zeus the father of gods and men. shown in ways other than physical abuse or starvation.
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Big predators like lions and tigers are created to chase 205. The word 'predators' (in paragraph 3) means:
and hunt. By depriving them of these activities, we forget (a) animals which are starving in zoos
the reason for which they have evolved. These big cats (b) animals which are killed for food
lie in cages in the zoo eating the food given to them and
they have nothing else to do. Highly intelligent and (c) animals which are kept in their natural habitat
curious animals like chimpanzees and polar bears may (d) animals which kill others for food
become frustrated in a zoo; they need a challenging SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I)
environment. Ans. (d) : According to the passage, The word
Zoo supporters might argue that zoos provide ‘predators’ means animal which kill others for food.
educational opportunities to the visitors, especially Hence option (d) would be correct.
children; if we didn’t have animals in zoos, children Comprehension:
wouldn’t see them at all and be ignorant about them. We
live at a time when animals in their natural habitat can be Read the given passage and answer the
seen on TV or computers, even smart phones, while questions that follow.
sitting at home. Therefore, the aim should be to conserve Early written symbols were based on pictographs
animals in the wild, in protected areas called sanctuaries. (pictures which resemble what they signify) and
201. According to the passage, we visit zoos _____ . ideograms (symbols which represent ideas). Ancient
(a) to see how animals behave in zoos Sumerian, Egyptian, and Chinese civilizations began to
(b) to see the animals in cages adapt such symbols to represent concepts, developing
(c) to spend a day out for fun and excitement them into logographic writing systems.
(d) to watch the frustration of animals is cages Pictographs are still in use as the main medium of
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) written communication in some non-literate cultures in
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, we visit Zoos to Africa, the Americas, and Oceania. Pictographs are often
spend a day out for fear and excitement. Hence option used as simple, pictorial, representational symbols by
(c) would be correct. most contemporary cultures.
202. According to the passage, animals in zoos Pictographs can be considered an art form, or can be
suffer cruelty: considered a written language and are designated as such
(a) by being forced to perform for the visitors in Pre-Columbian art, Native American art, Ancient
(b) by being physically tortured or abused Mesopotamia and Painting in the Americas before
Colonization. One example of many is the Rock art of
(c) by being kept in artificial environments
the Chumash people, part of the Native American history
(d) by being starved to death of California.
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An early modern example of the extensive use of
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, animal in zoos pictographs may be seen in the map in the London
suffer cruelty by being kept in artificial environments. suburban timetables of the London and North Eastern
Hence option (c) would be correct. Railway, 1936-1947, designed by George Dow, in which
203. 'Burrowing' animals: a variety of pictographs was used to indicate facilities
(a) are solitary animals available near each station. Pictographs remain in
(b) dig the earth for food and shelter common use today, serving as pictorial, representational
(c) chase and hunt other animals signs, instructions, or statistical diagrams. Because of
(d) are intelligent and curious their graphical nature and fairly realistic style, they are
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) widely used to indicate public toilets, or places such as
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, burrowing animals. airports and train stations. Because they are a concise
Are dig the earth for food and shelter. Hence option (b) way to communicate a concept to people who speak
would be correct answer. many different languages, pictograms have also been
204. Which of the following best states the author’s used extensively at the Olympics since 1964 Summer
purpose in the passage? Olympics, and are redesigned for each set of games.
(a) If animals were not kept in zoos, children Pictographs can often transcend languages in that they
would not be able to see and know about can communicate to speakers of a number of tongues and
them at all. language families equally effectively, even if the
(b) Putting endangered species of animals in zoos languages and cultures are completely different. This is
is the best way of protecting and saving them. why road signs and similar pictographic material are
(c) One of the main reasons for which big often applied as global standards expected to be
predators have evolved is hunting. understood by nearly all.
(d) We can show our concern for animals better A standard set of pictographs was defined in the
by supporting protected spaces for them in the international standard ISO 7001: Public Information
natural environment. Symbols. Other common sets of pictographs are the
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-I) laundry symbols used on clothing tags and the chemical
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, The best states the hazard symbols as standardised by the GHS system.
author’s purpose in the passage, we can show our Pictograms have been popularised in use on the web and
concern for animals better by supporting protected in software, better known as ‘icons’ displayed on a
spaces for them in the natural environment. Hence computer screen in order to help users navigate a
option (d) would be correct. computer system or mobile device.
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206. Pictographs are used in Olympic games Comprehension:
because: Read the given passage and answer the
(a) they are the main medium of written questions that follow.
communication “The two great empires of Lilliput and Blefuscu have
(b) they can transcend languages and convey been engaged in a most obstinate war for six-and-thirty
information effectively moons past. It began upon the following occasion. It is
allowed on all hands that the primitive way of breaking
(c) they can help to navigate computer systems eggs, before we eat them, was upon the larger end; but
(d) they can be redesigned for each set of games his present majesty’s grandfather, while he was a boy,
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) going to eat an egg, and breaking it according to the
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, Pictographs are ancient practice, happened to cut one of his fingers.
used in Olympic games because the can transcend and Whereupon the emperor his father published an edict,
commanding all his subjects, upon great penalties, to
convey information effectively hence option (b) would
break the smaller end of their eggs. The people so highly
be correct. resented this law, that our histories tell us, there have
207. What is the passage mainly about? been six rebellions raised on that account; wherein one
(a) The origin of pictographs emperor lost his life, and another his crown. These civil
(b) Limitations of pictographs commotions were constantly fomented by the monarchs
(c) Use of pictographs in ancient and modern of Blefuscu; and when they were quelled, the exiles
always fled for refuge to that empire. It is computed that
times eleven thousand persons have at several times suffered
(d) Pictographs as an art form death, rather than submit to break their eggs at the
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) smaller end. Many hundred large volumes have been
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, the passage published upon this controversy: but the books of the
mainly about use of pictographs in ancient and modern Big-indians have been long forbidden, and the whole
times. Hence option (c) would be correct. party rendered incapable by law of holding
employments. During the course of these troubles, the
208. Early civilisations used symbols to represent: emperors of Blefusca did frequently expostulate by their
(a) concepts (b) facilities ambassadors, accusing us of making a schism in religion,
(c) art (d) culture by offending against a fundamental doctrine of our great
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) prophet Lustrog. This, however, is thought to be a mere
strain upon the text; for the words are these: ‘that all true
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, Early civilization believers break their eggs at the convenient end.’ And
used symbols to represent art. Hence option (c) would which is the convenient end, seems, in my humble
be correct. opinion to be left to every man’s conscience, or at least
209. Which of the following statements is NOT in the power of the chief magistrate to determine. Low,
true? the Big-indian exiles have found so much credit in the
(a) Rock art of Chumash people is part of emperor of Blefuscu’s court, and so much private
Mesopotamian history. assistance and encouragement from their party here at
home, that a bloody war has been carried on between the
(b) Pictographs are widely used to depict road two empires for six-and-thirty moons, with various
signs. success; during which time we have lost forty capital
(c) Ideograms are symbols which represent ideas. ships, and a much greater number of smaller vessels,
(d) George Dow used pictographs to represent together with thirty thousand of our best seamen and
facilities near each train station. soldiers; and the damage received by the enemy is
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) reckoned to be somewhat greater than ours. However,
they have now equipped a numerous fleet, and are just
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, Rock art of preparing to make a descent upon us; and his imperial
Chumash People is part of Mesopotamian history is majesty, placing great confidence in your valour and
not true statement. Because they are part of the Native strength, has commanded me to lay this account of his
American History of California. Hence option (a) affairs before you.” Thus spoke the Principal Secretary. I
would be correct. desired the secretary to present my humble duty to the
210. Which of the following is an early example of emperor; and to let him know that I thought it would not
use of pictographs in modern times? become me, who was a foreigner, to interfere with
parties; but I was ready, with the hazard of my life, to
(a) Chemical hazard symbols defend his person and state against all invaders.
(b) London railway timetable 211. What was the primitive way of eating eggs in
(c) Icons on a computer screen Lilliput?
(d) Logographic writing system (a) Breaking at the larger end
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) (b) Eating it whole
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, London railway (c) Breaking in the middle
timetable is an early example of use of pictograph in (d) Breaking at the smaller end
modern times. Hence option (b) would be correct. SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (a) : According to the passage, “Breaking at the being used in the blacksmith’s bellows, or as bamboo
Larger end” was the primitive way of eating eggs in pins in carpentry joints or in the fabrication of toys in
Lilliput. Hence option (a) would be correct. village markets. But to the British foresters the
212. The empires of Lilliput and Blefuscu are: multidimensional role that “the forest weed” played in
the local Indian environment was of no account, as it did
(a) ruled by one emperor
not figure in forest revenues. Bamboo also interfered
(b) hostile towards each other with the growing of teak, an essential part of their
(c) cordial and friendly neighbours colonial forest policy. It was only in the 1920s that the
(d) ready to compromise with each other British realised that by mincing bamboo into millimetre
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) shreds, cooking it in chemicals, pulping and flattening it,
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, The empires of they could produce sheets of paper. This would bring the
Lilliput and Blefuscu are hostile towards each other. British increased forest revenue and ‘development’ (as
Hence option (b) would be correct. defined by them) to the so-called backward regions of
213. What was the result of the edict published by India. However, they chose to ignore the consequences
the emperor of Lilliput’s great grandfather? this activity would have on the health of the forest. So
(a) People abandoned Lilliput and left for while bamboo was sold at high prices to basket weavers,
Blefuscu it was heavily subsidised for the paper industry. Even
after Independence, supplying bamboo at extremely low
(b) People attacked the emperor and overthrew prices to Indian paper mills became a ‘patriotic’ duty of
him the government, and bamboo supplies were assured for
(c) People readily agreed to follow his command decades at unchanged prices. The disaster that this would
(d) People rebelled against the new law cause to the forests, and to the craftsperson, still
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) remained unforeseen.
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, “People rebelled Colonialism affected forests all across India and
against the new Law” was the result of the edict marginalised their inhabitants and the traditional
published by the emperor of Lilliput’s great occupations they practised. As late as the 1970s, the
grandfather. Hence option (d) would be correct. World Bank proposed that 4,600 hectares of natural Sal
214. Which of the following is NOT true? forest should be replaced by tropical pine to provide pulp
(a) The two empires had been at war for thirty- for the paper industry. It was only after protests by local
six moons. environmentalists that the project was stopped.
(b) The narrator refuses to defend the emperor Colonialism was therefore not only about repression, it
against the invaders. was also a story of displacement, impoverishment and
ecological crisis.
(c) The doctrine of Prophet Lustrog mentions the
'convenient end' of the eggs. 216. Bamboo is referred to as ‘modest material’
because:
(d) The big-endians found refuge at Blefuscu.
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) (a) it can be easily shredded and reduced to a
pulp
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, The narrator
refuse to defend the emperor against the invader is not (b) it is inexpensive and not highly acclaimed
true. Hence option (b) would be correct. (c) the British believed it was worthless
215. What inference can be drawn from the (d) it is available in abundance in India
narrative? SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) Wars may be waged over very trivial issues. Ans. (b) : According to the passage, “Bamboo is
(b) On should remain loyal to the monarch. referred to as “modest material” because it is in
(c) It is important to follow rules. expensive and not highly acclaimed. Hence option (b)
(d) A peaceful solution to the problem is would be correct.
possible.
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) 217. What does the ‘forest weed’ refer to?
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, “wars may be (a) sal (b) teak
waged over trivial issues” can be drawn from the (c) bamboo (d) pine
narrative. Hence option (a) would be correct. SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Comprehension: Ans. (c) : According to the passage, “The forest weed”
Read the given passage and answer the refer to bamboo. Other options are not true. Hence
questions that follow. option (c) would be correct.
Fishing traps, baskets, cradles, bridges, rainproof hats 218. What was considered to be a patriotic duty of
and umbrellas, mats, musical instruments, water pipes— the government after independence?
Indians have always used the bamboo in numerous ways. (a) Preventing the displacement of foresters
It is used for house construction, fencing and in the (b) Handling the ecological crisis in India
making of bullock carts. Low-cost domestic furniture (c) Replacing Sal forests by tropical pines
and a vast range of domestic utility items made of
(d) Supplying bamboo at low prices to paper
bamboo can be easily seen in any of our bazaars. But we
do not easily notice the countless little ways this modest mills
material comes to be used by rural people. One can see it SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (d) : According to the passage, Supplying A German chemical producer called BASF is also
bamboo at Law prices to paper mills was considered to breaking down waste plastic and using it as raw material
be a patriotic duty of the government after for chemicals, instead of using material derived from
independence. Hence option (d) would be correct. fossil fuels.
219. Which of these is NOT a step in the production One cost-effective solution was developed by Dr
of paper? Rajagopalan Vasudevan, professor at Thiagarajar
(a) Mincing (b) Pulping College of Engineering in Madurai. The National
Highways Authority of India is currently scaling up his
(c) Weaving (d) Flattening
technology to use plastic waste with in making roads.
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He came up with the idea of mixing plastic waste with
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, ‘weaving’ is Not a Bitumen used for constructing roads in 2001. ''That year
step in the production of paper. Hence option (c) the Tamil Nadu government had planned to ban plastic
would be correct. and my concern began with the more than 1 lakh people
220. The varied uses of bamboo were disregarded employed by the industry. Since plastic is derived from
by the British till the 1920s because: petroleum just like Bitumen, I thought of using it for
(a) they did not use bamboo products at all road construction. The result, not only plastic waste was
(b) it did not increase the forest revenue getting utilised, the roads were cheaper and steadier.'' he
(c) it was used in the backward regions only said. The plastic waste does not have to be segregated
(d) the bamboo products were cheaply available and even multi-layered plastics can be used in the mix.
''All we need to do is collect the waste, dry it out and use
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it,'' he said.
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, The varied used The construction of every kilometre of road required
of bamboo were disregarded by the British till the nine tonnes of Bitumen and one tonne of plastic waste.
1920 because ‘it did not increase the forest revenue” This means for every kilometre of road, one-tonne
Hence option (b) would be correct. Bitumen is saved, which costs about ` 30,000.
Comprehension : 221. Which organization makes blocks and tiles
Read the following passage and answer the from the plastic waste ?
questions given after it. (a) CSIR (b) IIT, Delhi
India generates at least 25,940 tonnes of plastic waste (c) BASF (d) TERI
daily, equivalent to the weight of around 4,300 elephants. SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Of this, about 60% gets recycled, according to the Union
environment ministry. The rest gets dumped in landfills, Ans : (a) According to the passage, CSIR makes blocks
clogs draings, goes into the ocean as micro-plastics, or is and tiles from the plastic waste. Hence option (a) would
burnt, leading to air pollution. be correct.
In the absence of a proper waste management system, the 222. What has been developed by Dr Rajagopalan
plastics that get recycled are often dirty, which makes the Vasudevan, professor at Thiagarajar College of
re-cycling process water-intensive and expensive. Engineering in Madurai ?
''It is the process of cleaning the plastics before recycling (a) method for using plastic to make tiles and
that makes it resource intensive. A lot of water is blocks
required to wash the collected plastics, especially if it is (b) method for using plastic for road construction
oily or greasy as it has to be cleaned with a solvent,'' said (c) method for making diesel from plastic waste
Dr Suneel Pandey, director of environment and waste (d) method for extracting raw material for
management, The Energy and Resources Institute chemicals
(TERI). SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
Experts say proper waste collection and management is Ans : (b) According to the passage, Methods for using
at the core of ensuring more plastics get recycled instead plastic for road construction developed by Rajagopalan
of ending up in landfills and oceans. Vasudevan. Hence option (b) would be correct.
Researchers from various institutes have come up with 223. Which statement is NOT true according to the
innovative ways to utilise the plastic waste that cannot be passage ?
recycled further or are unrecyclable.
(a) The National Highways Authority of India is
At IIT Delhi, a group of chemical engineers are working planning to use plastic waste in making
on chemically breaking down plastics to its smaller roads.
hydrocarbon molecules and then synthesising diesel out
of it. The process uses packaging material, Polyethylene (b) The fuel produced from plastic waste can be
terephthalate (PET) bottles, polystyrene, and multi-layer used as a blend in stationary diesel machines
packaging. like generators.
The fuel produced can currently be used as a blend in (c) In the construction of one kilometer of road,
stationary diesel machines like generators and needs nine tonnes of bitumen can be saved by using
further testing and standardisation to be used as plastic waste.
commercial diesel in vehicles. (d) India generates at least 25,940 tonnes of
A mix of plastic and stone has been used to create a plastic waste daily.
block that can be used in flooring. A CSIR laboratory SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II)
also used shredded plastic, chemically treated it and Ans : (c) According to the passage option (C) is not a
mixed with fillers to make tiles. true statement. Other option are true.
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224. The above passage mainly talks about Of course, there have been rarities: the highlight of the
(a) the problems of recycling plastic waste. regular Bharatpur (the Keoladeo National Park) visits
(b) the need of research to manage plastic waste. was the darshan of VIP Siberian cranes. Then they
(c) the plastic waste generated in India. stopped coming, which was a first indication of their
(d) putting the plastic waste to use by recycling. slow extinction — even if it was just “local” to our area.
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) The gloriously uppity Great Indian bustards in the Karera
Sanctuary (Madhya Pradesh) were another unforgettable
Ans : (d) The passage mainly talks about putting the
plastic waste to use by recycling. Hence option (d) sighting. The sheer disdain with which they flounced
would be correct. away from our howling, jolting jeep and took to their
wings was a lesson in being put in your place. Now, not
225. What makes the recycling of plastic resource- only does the sanctuary not exist anymore but those
intensive ? magnificent muscular birds are crashing to total
(a) the breaking down of plastic in molecules extinction.
(b) the research required for recycling 226. What does the word 'lifer' mean for the
(c) the cleaning of the plastic waste author?
(d) the collection of plastic waste (a) A bird which makes a life-changing impact
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) on you
Ans : (c) According to the passage, the cleaning of the (b) A bird which is becoming extinct
plastic waste makes the recycling of plastic resource – (c) A bird that you see for the first time
intensive. Hence option (c) would be correct.
(d) A bird that you love
Comprehension: SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Read the following passage and answer the
questions given after it. Ans : (a) In the above passage, ‘lifer’ is a bird which
The excitement of bird watchers on spotting a particular makes a life changing impact on you. Hence option (a)
species for the very first time is unparalleled. With eyes is correct.
shining and pride bursting, they exclaim, “I had a lifer 227. Which bird is black and white with a huge
today”, or “It was a lifer for me”. For the longest time, I yellow beak?
couldn’t fathom what all the fuss was about. I mean, at (a) Great pied hornbill (b) Siberian crane
some point in their lives, even a crow or mynah would (c) Paradise flycatcher (d) Grey hornbill
have been a lifer — seen for the very first time. So, here, SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
I’ve done a bit of jugaad with the term and define it as a
bird that you see may be (but not necessarily) for the first Ans : (a) In the above passage, great pied hornbill is black
time, but which has made a lasting, life-changing impact and white with a huge yellow beak. Hence option (a) is
on you. Then I recalled some of my own “lifers”. correct.
Number 1 is the little coppersmith barbet. The first bird I 228. Which pair of birds did the author see in
saw through brand new, big and powerful binoculars — Naukuchiatal ?
and it was solely responsible for my getting interested in (a) Great Indian bustard
birds. The fellow looked like a tubby little clown with (b) Paradise flycatcher
hiccups and that just blew me away. (c) Hombill
I will never forget the first time I saw grey hornbills (d) Coppersmith barbet
aeons ago: over sullen grey skies in the Borivali National SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
Park (now called Sanjay Gandhi National Park) —
squealing as they flew high up across the sky. They Ans : (b) According to the passage, The author saw
looked as if they had just left Jurassic Park. Or, for that paradise flyeatcher pair of birds in Naukuchiatal. Hence
matter, their larger, more glamorous, cousins — Great option (b) is correct.
pied hornbills. Tramping through a streambed in 229. According to the passage which sanctuary does
Kalagarh (near Corbett), we suddenly heard this rasping, NOT exist anymore?
whooshing, sound. Up there, in the clear blue, were six- (a) Sultanpur National Park, Haryana
seven huge black-and-white birds with colossal yellow (b) Sanjay Gandhi National Park
beaks flying in tandem across the clear blue sky, their (c) Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur
wings making the rasping sound.
(d) Karera Sanctuary, Madhya Pradesh
Say “paradise flycatcher” and a birder’s eyes will begin
to glint: “Where? When? Will it be there now?” are SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
questions that will be shot out like machine-gun bullets. Ans : (d) According to the passage, Karera Sanctuary,
The first time I saw a full grown milk-white-and-glossy- Madhya Pradesh does not exit anymore. Hence option
black male, with its glamorous 18-inch streamer tail, was (d) is correct.
at the Sultanpur National Park in Haryana. But I 230. Match the words with their meaning.
remember better the flycatchers, that made me run Words Meanings
around in a tea garden in Palampur, teasingly whistling
at me from one end to the other. The nesting pair in a. fathom 1. team
Naukuchiatal was more accommodating except that I had b. aeons 2. understand
to stand kneedeep in the hotel’s garbage dump to get a c. tandem 3. ages
good view of them flitting to and fro the gully nearby. To (a) a-2, b-1, c-3 (b) a-1, b-3, c-2
compensate, one actually flew nearly down to my feet to (c) a-2, b-3, c-1 (d) a-3, b-2, c-1
snatch up a bluebottle I had missed. SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans : (c) Correct matching for the above question is – 232. What evidence in the passage suggests that
a-2, b-3, c-1. Hence option (c) would be correct. beavers build strong dwellings?
Comprehension: (a) The interior is lined with finest wood
shavings.
Read the given passage and answer the
questions that follow. (b) It takes many years of hard work to build the
dwelling.
The beaver had made a dam about hundred yards long,
and it had formed out of the quickly flowing stream, a (c) Even the forest wolves cannot pull the
dwelling apart.
wide stretch of water about twelve feel deep. The dam
was so firm and broad that it was easy for me to walk (d) The beaver's dwelling is frostproof.
along it. After a hundred and fifty yards I came to a SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
'beaver's castle'- a great heap of logs skilfully fitted Ans : (c) According to the sense of the passage, option
together, the lower part covered with earth and plants. (c) will be the appropriate answer.
The upper logs were put loosely together so that the air 233. How does a beaver ensure that its castle is well
could pass through to the interior. ventilated?
In the late autumn, before land and water are covered (a) The timber is piled upto ten feet high on the
with snow and ice, the beaver has to make its dwelling castle.
frostproof. It collects young trees and gnaws the stems in (b) The upper logs are loosely placed.
dauble cone until the tree falls. Then the long stems are (c) The long are covered with earth and plants.
gnawed into small sections, the thin twigs bitten off and (d) The long stems are gnawed into small
the logs are dragged to the dwelling. There, the timber is sections.
piled on the castle, sometimes to a height of ten or SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
twelve feet. Mud is brought up from the bottom of the Ans : (b) According to the sense of the passage, option
lake and packed between the long with the animal's (b) will be the appropriate answer. Other option are not
clever forepaws. The interior is lined with the finest correct.
wood shavings. In this tall shelter, the beaver remains
high and dry, and protected from frost throughout the 234. The beavers can change the landscape by:
winter. (a) building dams that can convert a wooded
alley into a lake.
The only access to the dwelling is under the water, and
even the forest wolves are not able to pull the firm (b) swimming in the water along with ducks and
building apart. The water is the beaver's element. On trouts.
land it moves slowly and awkwardly. Thus, it is vital for (c) building castles with great heaps of logs.
the beaver to have water in which it can swim, and where (d) dragging the logs of wood to the dwelling.
nature has not provided this condition for it, is creates it SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
with its dam. Ans : (a) According to the passage, The beavers can
The beaver's activities can change whole landscapes. change the landscape by building dams that can convert
With this dam, for instance, on which I was standing, a wooded alley into a lake.
beavers had turned a whole wooded alley into a lake; 235. Which of the following statements is NOT
trees that stood there had been killed by the water and true?
had disappeared. Aquatic game had settled there. Ducks (a) The beaver can move quickly and easily on
swam past us, and great must have been the number of land and in water.
fish, as swarms of trout had swum past me in the clear (b) Wide stretches of meadows may come into
stream. Wide stretches of meadow had come into existence on the banks of streams.
existence on the banks, with flat landing places to which (c) The beaver has to make its dwelling
the well-beaten beaver tracks led. Many years of frostproof before it starts snowing.
building, gnawing and dragging must have gone into the (d) The access to the beaver's dwelling is under
completion of this immense task, creating a new region the water.
for the beaver to live in. SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
231. Which line in the passage most strongly Ans : (a) According to the passage, option (a) is not a
indicates that weavers simply love being in or true statement. Other option are correct.
near water?
Comprehension:
(a) The dam was so firm and broad that it was
easy to walk along. Read the following passage and answer the
(b) The water is the beaver's element. questions given after it.
(c) The beaver had made a dam out of the Standing in ankle-deep water engulfing his field, Kamal
quickly flowing stream. Singh Dhangar takes a wild shot at the likely yield from
the soyabean crop that practically lies in ruins behind
(d) The only access to the dwelling is under the
him.
water.
"One bag, two bags with difficulty", notes the 58-year
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) old with a wry smile, minutes after a fresh spell of rains
Ans : (b) The water is the beaver’s element ‘ strongly has lashed Guradiya Sirajuddin village in Ashta tehsil of
indicates that weavers simply love being in or near Madhya Pradesh's (MP) Sehore district. While the same
water. Hence option (b) is correct. three-acre plot had given nearly 16 quintals of soyabean
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last year, Dhangar this time isn't sure he can even afford 237. Match the words with their meaning.
labourers to harvest the negligible produce staring in his Words Meanings
face. a. havoc 1. undertaking
He draws solace only from his not being alone. Most b. pursuit 2. submerge
farmers in Guradiya Sirajuddin as well as neighbouring c. engulf 3. calamity
villages have reported widespread damage to their (a) a-3, b-1, c-2 (b) a-1, b-3, c-2
already matured standing crop. (c) a-2, b-3, c-1 (d) a-2, b-1, c-3
Gulab singh, who owns 10 acress not far from Dhangar's SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
field, is ruing his decision to have taken and additional
Ans : (a) Correct matching for the above question a-3,
six acres of land on lease for cultivating soyabean and b-1, c-2.
wheat this year. "I have paid the owner Rs 1.5 lakh. By
Hence option (a) would be correct.
now, this soyabean crop should have been ready for
taking to Ashta mandi (agriculture produce market at the 238. What problem are the farmers of Sehore
tehsil town, about 10 km away). But my expensive District in MP facing?
pursuit has proved costly", remarks the 60-year-old, who (a) They cannot make seeds from their crop.
too, cannot enter his field without wading through water (b) The excessive rain has damaged the soyabean
almost touching the knees. crop.
Seated at the edge of his flooded field a few hundred (c) They cannot take their produce to the market.
meters away, Dev Singh, a sprightly octogenarian, (d) The soyabean yield has diminished.
cannot remember the year when the monsoon rains SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
caused such late-stage havoc. "I may have been this big," Ans : (b) The problem of the farmers is ‘The excessive
he says, pointing to a man many decades younger to him. rain has damaged the soyabean crop. Other options are
Western MP, in which Sehore falls, has received 1,335.4 not correct.
mm of average rainfall from 1 June 1 to 25 September 239. In Western MP where Sehore is situated what
58% more than the region's historical normal of is the normal average rainfall from June to
845.3mm for his period. However, the real story lies in september?
the month-wise figures. In June, the opening month of (a) 113.4 mm (b) 158 mm
the southwest monsoon season, the rains were actually (c) 845.3 mm (d) 1,335.4 mm
25.6% below the long-period average. In July, they were SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
31.2% above average. That surplus rose to 63.6% in Ans : (c) The normal average rainfall from June to
August, while a whopping 158% more so far till September is 845.3mm. Hence option (c) would be
September, confirming Dev Singh's observation. Worse, correct.
there's little respite, with more rains predicted over the
next few days. 240. Which of the following statements is NOT true
according to the passage?
The monsoon has taken its toll mainly on soyabean.
(a) The three-acre plot of Kamal Singh had given
According to the Union agriculture ministry's data, a
nearly 16 quintals of soyabean in the past
total area of 113.449 lakh hectares (lh) has been planted year.
under this leguminous oilseed in the current Kharif
(b) In July-August the actual rainfall was 25.6%
season, with the bulk of it accounted for by MP (55.16
below the long-period average
lh), Maharashtra (39.595 lh) and Rajasthan (10.608 lh).
(c) From 1 June to 25 September, 58% more
Within MP, the main soyabean growing districts are
rainfall was recorded than the region's
Ujjain, Dewas, Indore, Dhar, Ratlam, Mandsaur, historical normal.
Rajgarh, Shajapur, Sehore and Vidisha. The crop in low-
(d) By September, the soyabean crop should
lying areas is the one that has been worst affected.
have been ready for taking to Ashta mandi.
"Farmers who had sown early-maturity (80-90 days SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
duration) varieties such as JS 9560 and JS 2034 just after
mid-june will take the biggest hit. Their crop would Ans : (b) According to the passage (b) is not a true
already have matured; the longer it remains in the field, statement. Other options are correct.
the more the chances of the grain rotting. Also, these Comprehension :
farmers will not be able to save this grain for using as Read the given passage and answer the
seed next year", admits V S Bhatia, director of the Indian questions that follow :
Institute of Soyabean Research at Indore. For years, a long-lost chapter of what is said to be the
236. Who among the following took on 6 acres of words's first known novel has been quietly tucked away
land for soyabean cultivation in addition to his in a chest in a Japanese storeroom, hiding alongside
original 10 acres of land? other heirlooms of a Japanese family with feudal lineage.
(a) Gulab singh (b) Vijay Singh Experts confirmed that the blue-bound text is a chapter
(c) Kamal Singh (d) Dev Singh of the 11th Century Japanese classic 'Genji Monogatari'
or 'The Tale of Genji'. Written by Japanese noblewoman
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I) Murasaki Shikibu, the novel depicts the romantic epic of
Ans : (a) Gulab Singh took on 6 acres of land for soya Prince Genji and his love interest Muraski-no-ue. The
bean cultivation in addition to his original 10 acres of land. recently found chapter contains an important part of the
Hence option (a) will be correct. novel in which the 18 year old prince meets Murasaki-
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no-ue, according to the Japan Times. The original 54 (c) The man who found the chapter decided to
chapter text no longer exists. Transcriptions by Fujiwara hand it over to the cultural foundation.
no Teika (1162-1241), a Japanese poet, are believed to (d) The original manuscript written by Murasaki-
be the earliest existing manuscripts. In addition to the no-ue was bound in blue.
most recently discovered chapter, four other confirmed
chapters of her transcription are registered as national SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
cultural properties. Ans : (d) According to the passage, option (d) is not a
Reizeike Shiguretei Bunko, a cultural preservation true statement. Other options are correct.
foundation, has authenticated the text as a chapter of 245. Who was the author of the novel ?
Teika's trancriptions. (a) Fujiwara no Teika
In February, 72 year old Motofuyu Okochi found the (b) Motofuyu Okochi
little book in his family home in Tokyo and reached out
to the foundation to have it authenticated. (c) Murasaki Shikibu
Okochi's lineage stretches back to the feudal era of Japan (d) Rezeike Shiguretei Bunko
when, in 1743, the manuscript was passed to the Okochi SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II)
family from another family, according to Asahi Ans : (c) According to the passage, Murasaki Shikibu
Shimbun. was the author of the novel. Hence option (c) is correct.
The experts who examined the found chapter were able
to confirm that the text is one of Teika's transcriptions in Comprehension :
a few ways. Read the given passage and answer to question
Not only did the handwriting match that of the other that follow :
found chapters, but the cover of the binding matches the Pollution befouls the air and poisons water. Pollution
blue of the other texts. The small slip of paper that Teika induces the release of toxicants into the biosphere which
used to identify the front of the book also matches the makes the air unsuitable for breathing, harms the quality
slips used on the other chapters. of water and soil, and causes the emission of substances
241. Where was the chapter discovered ? that may cause damage to humans, plants and animals.
(a) In a cultural foundation To cater to the needs of an increasing population,
(b) In a royal palace agriculture has been intensified through the use of a wide
(c) In a library in Tokyo spectrum of fertilizers and pesticides. Diverse industries
(d) In a family storeroom have been set up to produce chemicals including those
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) that pose a danger to all life forms.
Ans : (d) According to the passage, the chapter Rapid industrialisation has led to deterioration in the
discovered in a family storeroom. Hence option (d) is quality of air, Widespread use of coal and fossil fuels in
correct. industries and petroleum fuel in motor vehicles has
242. Which of the following was NOT one of the aggravated the air pollution problem. Our atmosphere
ways for confirming of the authenticity of the seems to have become a waste basket into which dust,
chapter ? noxious fumes, toxic gases and other pollutants are
(a) The handwriting matched that of the other callously thrown.
chapters The intensity of air pollution in Indian cities is increasing
(b) The binding cover was of the same colour primarily due to our vintage vehicles and their poor
(c) The slip used by the manuscript writer was performance. Water pollution, too has increased with the
similar to the slips on other chapters growth of our population and also that of our industries.
(d) The name of the writer was inscribed on it as Water pollution has acquired dangerous dimensions ever
also on the earlier chapters since sewage and induustrial effluents have started being
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) disposed of into the rivers. Once considered sacred, the
Ans : (d) According to the passage, option (d) was not rivers are now turning murky and stink. It is sad that
one of the ways for confirming of the authenticity of the almost three-fourths of our fellow citizens have no
chapter. Other are not correct. choice but to drink filthy water. The severely polluted
243. How many chapters of the novel have been rivers due to mindless dumping of sewage and industrial
listed as cultural properties ? wastes are a cause for concern not only to us humans but
(a) Five (b) Eighteen also o myriads of life forms that exist in water. On the
(c) Fifty-four (d) Eleven French and italian rivieras we can no longer see the
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-II) sparkling blue waters. The Mediterranean Sea is reported
Ans : (a) Five chapters of the novel have been listed as to be turning grey. Rivers and canals pour sewage,
cultural properties. Hence option (a) would be correct. detergents and industrial waste into the sea, tankers flush
244. Which of the following is NOT true according their contents near the river or sea; bottles, rotting
to the passage ? garbage and oil slicks are washed into the beaches. The
(a) The home where the book was kept safely phosphates and nitrates applied to farmlands as inorganic
belonged to a feudal family. fertilizers, concentrate in lakes and estuaries causing
(b) The Japanese novel is important because it is algal blooms due to which wide expanses of water get
believed to be the oldest known novel. choked, plants rot, oxygen is used up and fish die.
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246. Select the most appropriate title for the Comprehension:
passage. Read the passage and answer the questions that
(a) We Breathe and Drink Poison follow:
(b) The Saga of Sacred Rivers To the great delight of children, schools were being
(c) Algal Blooms hurriedly closed. Children of all ages and sizes were
(d) Impact of Industrialisation running helter-skelter, screaming joyously, "No school,
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) no school. Tiger, tiger!" They were shouting and
Ans : (a) The most appropriate title for the passage is laughing and even enjoyed being scared. They seemed to
we breathe and Drink poison. Hence option (a) would welcome me. I felt like joining them, and bounded away
be correct. from the restaurant door and trotted along with them, at
which they gleefully cried, "The tiger is coming to eat
247. Since when has water pollution acquired us; let us get back to the school!"
dangerous dimensions? I followed them through their school gate white they ran
(a) Since sacred rivers became murky and lost up and shut themselves in the school hall securely. I
their sanctily ascended the steps of the school, saw an open door at the
(b) Since the Mediterranean Sea started changing far end of a veranda, and walked in. it happened to be the
colour headmaster's room, I believed, as I noticed a very
(c) Since sewage and industrial effluents started dignified man jumping on his table and heaving himself
being disposed of in rivers up into an attic. I walked in and flung myself on the cool
(d) Since oil slicks started being washed on the floor, having a partiality for cool stone floor, with my
shores of beaches head under the large desk - which gave me the feeling of
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) being back in the Mempi cave … As I drowsed, I was
Ans : (c) According to the passage, option (c) is correct. aware of cautious steps and hushed voices all around. I
Other options are not correct. was in no mood to bother about anything. All I wanted
248. Which of the following factors is responsible was a little moment of sleep; the daylight was dazzling.
for algal blooms? In half sleep I heard the doors of the room being shut and
(a) Using up of oxygen dissolved in the water by bolted and locked. I didn't care. I slept. While I slept a
algae great deal of consultation was going on. I learnt about it
(b) Farmlands being located near lakes and later through my Master, who was in the crowd - the
estuaries crowd which had gathered after making sure that I had
(c) Rotting of aquatic plants in lakes and been properly locked up - and was watching. The
estuaries headmaster seems to have remarked some days later,
(d) Concentration of inorganic fertilizers in lakes "Never dreamt in my wildest mood that I'd have to yield
place to a tiger". A wag had retorted, "Might be one way
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of maintaining better iscipline among the boys."
Ans : (d) ‘Concentration of inorganic fertilizers in lake’ 251. What did a mischievous person say about the
is responsible for algal blooms. Hence option (d) would headmaster?
be correct. (a) He should keep the school closed for some
249. As per the passage, which of these statements is time.
NOT true about air pollution ? (b) The school would be better managed by the
(a) Use of coal and fossil fuels aggravates air tiger than by him.
pollution. (c) He should leave the place and go because of
(b) Vintage vehicles and their poor performance his fear of the tiger.
adds to pollution. (d) He should allow the tiger to sleep peacefully.
(c) Three-fourths of our citizens are breathing SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
poor quality air. Ans. (b) : A mischievous person said about the
(d) Dust and toxic gases released in the air cause headmaster that the school would be better managed
air pollution. by the tiger that by him. Other option are not correct.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) 252. Where was the tiger just before the ran
Ans : (c) As per the passage, option (c) is not true about towards the school?
air pollution. Other option are correct. (a) in a restaurant (b) in a cave
250. Deterioration in the quality of air can mainly (c) in the forest (d) At the zoo
be attributed to SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) increase in population Ans. (a) : According to the passage, option (a) will be
(b) rapid industrialisation the appropriate option other are not correct.
(c) intensified agricultural practices 253. What was the tiger's reaction to the frenzy
(d) global climate change around him?
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) (a) He just wanted to sleep.
(b) He was afraid of being caught.
Ans : (b) Deterioration in the quality of air can mainly
(c) He looked for someone to attack.
be attributed to rapid industrialization. Hence option (b) (d) He wanted to go back to his cave.
would be correct. SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (a) : According to the passage, option (a) would 256. What was the result of the controversy over
be the correct answer. Other options are not correct. cellular phones?
254. Which word describes the tone of the narative (a) The share value of cell phone companies fell
when the headmaster's reaction to the tiger's in the stock market.
arrival is mentioned? (b) David Reynard won the lawsuit against
(a) Threatening (b) Solemn companies.
(c) Intimate (d) Humorous (c) The New England Journal of Medicine
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) accepted that cell phones caused brain
Ans. (d) : According to the passage option (d) would tumour.
be correct. Other options are not correct. (d) The cellular, phones became more poular.
255. What probably caused the greatest excitement SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
among the children?
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the passage,
(a) Watching the tiger run after them
(b) Seeing a tiger getting into the school option (a) would be the correct answer. Other options
(c) Learning that the school would be closed are not correct.
(d) Knowing the tiger was coming to eat them 257. Larry King is probably :
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II) (a) a wall street broker
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, option (c) would (b) an owner of a cellular phone company
be correct. Other options are not correct. (c) a famous TV show host
Comprehension : (d) a famous criminal lawyer
Read the given passage and answer the SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
questions that follow. Ans. (c) : Larry king is probably famous TV show
It was the buzz of boardrooms, power lunches and host. Hence option (c) is correct.
anxious phone calls from the freeway. It was debated by
stockbrokers, real estate agents. Hollywood producers 258. What was the buzz of boardrooms and the
and media bigfeet. Mid-level executives who wouldn't issue for debate among stockbrokers, real
leave home without a phone in their pocket - or at their estate agents, producers and others?
ear - were putting off calls or finding other ways to make (a) The safety of all electrical gadgets
them. Sales of cellular phones which had been growing (b) The concern whether cellular phones caused
at a sizzling 20% to 70% a year for the past decade were brain tumours
temporarily put on hold. (c) Excitement about the popular talk shows on
Do cellular phones really cause brain tumours? The radio
safety of the ultimate yuppie accessory was called into (d) Growing sales of cellular phones
question by the news in the U.S. that two prominent SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
executives had been stricken by brain cancer (though the
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, option (b) would
connection to phone use is unclear) and by a well
publicised lawsuit in which a Florida man charged that be the correct answer. Other option are not correct.
his wife's fatal brain tumour was caused by her cellular 259. Which of the following statements is Not true?
phone. (a) Brain tumour is more probable in cell users
It was not the kind of evidence that would be accepted by than in those living near power lines.
the new England Journal of Medicine, but it struck a (b) David Reynard claimed that his wife's tumour
nerve. American viewers tuned in to hear David was due to use of cellular phone.
Reynard, the Florida widower tell the story of his wife's (c) The news on adverse effects of cell phones
death to Larry King, Bryant Gumbel, Faith Daniels and affected the sales.
dozens of radio talk-show hosts. (d) mcCaw, Motorola and Contel are cellphone
Even wall street took notice, knocking a couple of points companies.
off McCaw Cellular, Contel Cellular and Motorola the
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
day after Reynard's appearance on the Larry King live
show. The Cellular Telecommunications Industry Ans. (a) : According to the passage, option (a) is not a
Association was finally forced to respond, announcing true statement. Other option are true.
that it would fund new studies and ask the government to 260. According to the passage which of these is Not
review the findings. linked to any dreaded disease?
The phone flap is the latest in a series of scares linking (a) Electric blanket (b) Electric razor
everyday electrical objects (hair dryers, electric razors, (c) Hair dryer (d) Hair dyes
electric blankets, home computers) to one dreaded SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-I)
disease or another. Despite the panic, the case against
cellular phones is nowhere near as strong as the ones Ans. (d) : According to the passage, Hair dryer is not
mounted against electric power lines, electric blankets or linked to any dreaded disease. Hence option (d) would
even hand police radars. be correct.
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Comprehension : Ans. (c) : According to the sense of above passage, the
In the following passage some of the words appropriate option for the blank space 'ate' (V2) will be
have been deleted. Read the passage carefully used because sentense is in past indifinite tense and it
and select the correct answeer for the given gives suitable meaning.
blank out of the four alternatives. Other words are-
Intriguingly, those who (1) .......... the staked means- spike
psychobiotic diet reported they felt less stressed Raked means- collect
compared (2) ......... those who followed the Eroded means- Destroy
control diet. There was also a direct correlation Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
between how strictly (3) ............ followed the
5. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
diet and their perceived stress levels, with those
blank number 5.
who (4) ........... more psychobiotic foods during
(a) greater (b) greatest
the four-week period reporting the (5) .........
reduction in perceived stress levels. (c) greatly (d) great
1. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I)
blank number 1. Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the most
(a) believed (b) casted appropriate option for the blank space (5) 'greatest'
(c) followed (d) bellowed (superlative degree) will be used because when we
compare more than two persons or things with one
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I)
another. It is the highest degree of the quality
Ans. (c) : For the above given blank space (1) 'followed' (superlative degree).
(Pursue) will be used because it gives suitable meaning. Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Comprehension :
2. Select the most appropriate option to fill in In the following passage some of the words
blank number 2. have been deleted. Read the passage carefully
(a) of (b) with and select the correct answer for the given
(c) on (d) by blank out of the four alternatives.
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) Although the (1) ........ in the Supreme Court
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the most arise out of the judgments or orders made by
appropriate option for the blank space (2) preposition the Subordinate Courts including the High
'with' will be used because compare takes preposition Courts, but of late the Supreme Court has
'with'. started entertaining (2) ......... in which interest
Thus the correct answer is option (b). of the public at large is involved and the Court
3. Select the most appropriate option to fill in can be moved by any (3) ......... or group of
blank number 3. persons either by filing a Write Petition at the
Filing Counter of the Court or by (4) .......... a
(a) nomads (b) spectators
letter to Hon'ble the Chief Justice of India
(c) animals (d) participants highlighting the question of public importance
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) for (5) ........ this jurisdiction.
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most 6. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
appropriate option for the blank space (3) 'participants' blank number 1.
will be used because it gives correct meaning of the (a) arrangement (b) battles
sentence. (c) punctuality (d) proceedings
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
4. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most
blank number -4. appropriate option for the blank space (1) 'proceedings'
(a) staked (b) raked will be used because it gives correct meaning of the
(c) ate (d) eroded sentence.
SSC MTS 10/05/2023 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
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7. Select the most appropriate option to fill in A pure white tiger is totally white without any
blank number 2. stripes, which is due to the presence of double
(a) jams (b) matters recessive allele in the genetic code. It happens
(c) tangents (d) means only in the Bengal tiger subspecies, and only one
SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III) in 10,000 births can have it naturally. White
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the most tigers are rarely seen in the wild, and only
appropriate answer for the blank space (2) 'matters' will twelve of them have been spotted in India
be used. (3)______ the last one-hundred years. Tigers
Meaning of other words are – have a lifespan of 10-15 years. They are (4)
Jams means – Marmalade. _______ animals, and are fond of hunting at
Tangents means – Peripheral night. Their diet consists of any animals that
Means – denoter they can catch, and can eat up to 40 pounds of
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). meat at one time. After such a big meal, they
8. Select the most appropriate option to fill in usually remain away for several days from food.
blank number 3. They are slow runners, (5) ______ good
(a) individual (b) personnel swimmers. They are poor climbers and cannot
(c) species (d) fauna climb a tree easily. They live in an area ranging
SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III) from 10 to 30 square miles depending upon the
Ans. (a) : For the above given blank space (3) availability of prey, water and shelter. Habitat
'Individual' will be used because sentence shows the loss, poaching and expansion of the human
selection of two things 'individual or groups' population have together contributed to their
The correct sentence is – becoming endangered. They are widely hunted
'Any individual or group of persons' for their body-parts, which are used in
Thus, the correct answer is option (a) traditional Chinese medicines.
9. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 11. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4. blank number 1.
(a) addressing (b) Tagging
(a) the (b) of
(c) calculating (d) summoning
(c) an (d) a
SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III)
SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
Ans. (a) : 'According to the passage the most
appropriate option for the blank space (4) 'addressing' Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'a' will be
which means 'negotiating' will be used. used because it gives appropriate meaning according to
Meaning of other words are – sense of the passage. Other options are not correct.
Tagging means – Attach 12. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Calculating means – shrewd blank number 2.
Summoning means – Send for (a) Them (b) Those
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). (c) This (d) These
10. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
blank number 5.
(a) Invoking (b) Joking Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'This' will be
(c) Halting (d) Rocking used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
SSC MTS 08/05/2023 (Shift-III) options give different meaning.
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, the most 13. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
appropriate option for blank space (5) blank number 3.
'Invoking' which means 'Entreat will be used and it (a) following (b) behind
gives correct meaning. (c) in (d) next to
Thus, the correct answer is option (a) SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
Comprehension: Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'in' will be
In the following passage, some words have been used because it gives appropriate meaning according to
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select sense of the sentence. Other options give different
the most appropriate option to fill in each meaning.
blank.
The white tiger is an offspring of Bengal tiger, 14. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
which has the necessary gene for white blank number 4.
colouring. It has beautiful black stripes on (1) (a) solitary (b) unaccompanied
_____ white coat. (2)______ species of animal (c) separate (d) loner
has blue eyes and a pink nose. SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV)
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'solitary' Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) "of" will be
(alone) will be used because it gives appropriate used because 'of' preposition is used with surface.
meaning. Other options give different meaning. Other options are not correct.
Unaccompanied - Single/Alone Note : Surface of something.
Separate - Distinct 20. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Loner - Bachelor number 5.
15. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) a (b) by
blank number 5. (c) the (d) from
(a) nor (b) but SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III)
(c) either (d) or Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) "the" will be
SSC Selection Posts XI-30/06/2023 (Shift-IV) used because to give definite sense, definite article 'the'
is used. Other options not suitable according to sense
Ans. (b) : For the above space (2) 'but' will be used of the passasge.
because it gives appropriate meaning according to
sense of the passage. Other options are not correct. Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been
Comprehension: deleted. Read the passage carefully and
In the following passage, some words have been select the most appropriate option to fill in each
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the blank. Power foods are foods that provide (1)
most appropriate option to fill in each blank. _______ levels of nutrients like fibre, potassium
The earliest kind of print technology was developed and minerals. With people becoming
in China. This was a system of hand (1)_____. From increasingly health conscious today, a lot of
AD 594 onwards, (2)______ in China were printed by fitness trainers encourage their clients to
(3)______ paper, against the inked surface (4)______ include these foods in their daily diet to (2)
woodblocks. As both sides of (5)______ thin, porous ________ muscle development. There are
sheet could not be printed, the traditional Chinese various ways of incorporating power foods in
‘accordion book’ was folded and stitched at the side. your daily diet. Of course, the key to enjoying
16. Select the most appropriate option for blank power foods is proper preparation of these
number 1. foods, the (3) _______ of season-fresh foods and
(a) inking (b) reading identifying your choice of flavour among power
(c) writing (d) printing foods. Some of the recommended power food
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) combinations are those that are prepared in
our kitchens on a regular basis. Take for
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) "printing" instance, the combination of chickpeas and
will be used because in passage we talk about printing onions. This combination is a powerful source
technology. Other options give different meaning. of iron which is required by the body to
17. Select the most appropriate option for blank transport oxygen to its various parts. Iron (4)
number 2. ______ can lead to anaemia, fatigue, brain fog
(a) book (b) books and tiredness. A study by the Journal of
(c) page (d) paper Agricultural and Food Chemistry says that
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) sulphur compounds in onion and garlic help in
the absorption of iron and zinc from chickpeas.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) "books" will The combination is a hit with teenagers who
be used because it gives appropriate meaning need to be (5) _______ about getting iron in
according to sense of the passage. Other options give their diet. A quick way to prepare this power
different meaning. food is to make a chickpea salad with chopped
18. Select the most appropriate option for blank onions, chaat masala and cilantro.
number 3. 21. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) rubbing (b) writing blank number 1.
(c) rub (d) write (a) prosperous (b) rich
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) (c) flourishing (d) thriving
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) "rubbing" SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I)
will be used because 'VI+ing' (Rubbing) is used after Ans. (b) : for the above passage in blank space (1)
preposition (by). Other options give different meaning. 'rich' would be appropriate because it gives the suitable
19. Select the most appropriate option for blank meaning of the sentence.
number 4. Other options give different meanings.
(a) in (b) of Prosperous – Felicitous,
(c) by (d) from Flourishing – Healthy,
SSC Selection Posts XI-28/06/2023 (Shift-III) Thriving – Endowed,
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22. Select the most appropriate option to fill in September 11, 1893. "We believe not only in
blank number 2. universal toleration, (4) ......... we accept all
(a) increase (b) magnify religions as true. I am proud to belong to a
(c) intensify (d) spike nation which has sheltered the persecuted and
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I) the (5) ......... of all religious and all nations of
Ans. (a) : For the above passage in blank space (2) the earth."
'increase' would be appropriate which means 'to make 26. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
some thing larger in number or amount.' blank number 1.
Other options give different meanings – (a) behest (b) gain
Magnify – Amplify, (c) belong (d) live
Intensify – Enlarge, SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
spike – wedge, Ans. (c) : According to the passage, the appropriate
23. Select the most appropriate option to fill in option for the blank space (1) 'belong' will be used
blank number 3. because it gives correct meaning of the sentence.
(a) wield (b) handle Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
(c) apply (d) use 27. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I) blank number 2.
Ans. (d) : for the above passage in blank space (3) (a) also (b) and
'use' would be appropriate. (c) as well as (d) or
Other options give different meanings – SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
Wield – Stirred, Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the most
Handle – Maintain, appropriate option for the blank space (2) conjunction
Apply – Enforce, 'and' will be used pair cojnuction both ...... and
24. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
blank number 4.
28. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) drought (b) lack blank number 3.
(c) deficiency (d) inadequacy
(a) on (b) upon
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(c) in (d) at
Ans. (c) : For the above passage in blank space (4) SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
'deficiency' would by appropriate, which means 'a falt
of weakness in somebody; Ans. (a) : According to the passage, the most
Other options give different meanings – appropriate option for the blank space (3) preposition
'on' will be used because before date preposition. 'on'
Drought – Aridity
will be used.
Lack – Scarcity,
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Inadequacy – Insufficience,
29. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
25. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4.
blank number 5.
(a) immersed (b) swamped (a) yet (b) though
(c) diligent (d) vibrant (c) and (d) but
SSC Selection Posts XI-27/06/2023 (Shift-I) SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
Ans. (c) : For the above passage in blank space (5) Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most
'diligent' would be appropriate. appropriate option for the blank space (4) 'but' because
Other options give different meanings – conjunctin 'not only ___ but also' pair will be used.
immersed – Engrossed, Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
swamped – Slobed, 30. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
vibrant – Doddering blank number 5.
(a) workers (b) refugees
Comprehension :
(c) peons (d) toilers
In the following passage some of the words
SSC MTS 04/05/2023 (Shift-II)
have been deleted. Read the passage carefully
and select the correct answer for the given Ans. (b) : According to passage the most appropriate
blank out of the four alternatives. option for the blank space (5) refugees' (dependent) will
"I am proud to (1) .......... to a religion which be used because it gives correct meaning for the
has taught the word both tolerance (2) ......... sentence.
universal acceptance," he declared (3) ......... Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
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Comprehension : 35. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
In the following passage some words have been blank No. 5
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the (a) ordination (b) detonation
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate (c) reincarnation (d) stagnation
option for each number. SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I)
Salvador Dali (1)................ a prominent Ans. (c) : According to the passage, the most
Sapnish surrealist painter (2) ............... in appropriate option for the blank space (5) 'reincarnation'
Figureres, Catalonia, on 11 May 1904. Dali's will be used because it gives appropriate meaning of the
father was strict in the eudcation of his sentence.
children unlike (3) .............. moter. Dali had a Other words are ____
brother named Salvador (4) ............. was born Ordination means- Sacrament
nine months before him and died of Detonation means- Explosion
gastroenteritis. When he was five, Dali was Stagnation means- Stability
taken to his brother's grave and was told that Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
he was his brother's (5) ................
31. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Comprehension:
blank No. 1 In the following passage, some words have been
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(a) has (b) is
the most appropriate option to fill ineach
(c) was (d) were blank.
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) The ongoing fight for social justice and equality
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, the most continues to be a significant global 1.
appropriate option for the blank space (1) 'was' will be _____________. Movements advocating
used because sentence in past tense, and 'salvador Dali' forracial, gender and LGBTQ+ equality, as well
is a singular noun so singular verb of simple past tense as addressing systemic discrimination and
is used. injustice, have 2. _____________ momentumin
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). recent years. People are increasingly recognising
32. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the the importance of dismantling structures that 3.
________________ inequality and fostering
blank No. 2.
inclusivity in all aspects of society. Calls for
(a) bought (b) rooted justice, representation and equal opportunities
(c) born (d) brought have sparked conversationsand initiatives aimed
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) at creating a more equitable world. It is crucial
Ans. (c) : According to the passage, the most to 4. __________ in meaningful dialogue,
appropriate option for the blank space (2) 'born' will be challenge biases andactively promote diversity
used because it gives condusive meaning of the and to build a society where everyone has equal
sentence. rights and opportunities.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). 36. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 1.
33. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank No. 3. (a) drift (b) focus
(a) her (b) him (c) divergence (d) dispersion
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(c) their (d) his
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'Focus' will be
used because it gives suitable meaning according to the
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most passage. Other options give different meaning.
appropriate option for the blank space (3) adjectives Drift - Flow
'his' will be used because of 'Dali's father' and adjective
Divergence - Deviation, meving
'his' will be used before noun (moter).
Dispersion - Spread
Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
37. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
34. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 2.
blank No. 4. (a) gained (b) provided
(a) who (b) whose (c) scattered (d) invoked
(c) that (d) whom SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC MTS 02/05/2023 (Shift-I) Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'gained' will
Ans. (a) : According to the passage the most be used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
appropriate option for the blank space (4) relative options give different meaning.
pronoun 'who' will be used because it comes for Provided - Ready/Handy
salvador (person). Scattered - Expanded
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). Invoked - Call
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38. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (a) : For the above passage in blank space (2)
blank no. 3. ‘disease’ (noun) would be appropriate because Disease
(a) refract (b) cease come here for the ‘Alzheimer’s’.
(c) perpetuate (d) terminate Other options give different meanings –
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) Contamination – Corruption,
Bug – Guilt, Fault,
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'perpetuate'
will be used because it gives appropriate meaning 42. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
according to sense of the passage. Other options give blank number 3.
(a) Casually (b) Totally
different meaning.
(c) Nearly (d) Firmly
Refract - Incline
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Cease - Stop
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above passage
Terminate - End, Finish in blank space (3) ‘nearly’ would be appropriate.
39. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Meaning of other options-
blank no. 4. Casually – By chance,
(a) engage (b) coincide Totally – Altogether,
(c) evolve (d) manifest Firmly – Sturdily,
SSC CGL Mains 26/10/2023 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct option is (c).
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) engage will be 43. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other blank number 4.
options give different meaning. (a) known (b) knowing
Coincide - Match (c) knows (d) to know
Evolve - Build SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
Manifest - Revealed Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above passage
in blank space (4) ‘to know’ would be appropriate
Comprehension: because infinitive (to + V1) is used after the verbI
In the following passage some of the words ‘want’. It gives the appropriate meaning of this
have been deleted. Read the passage carefully sentence.
and select the correct answer for the given Other options are different form of verb.
blank out of the four alternatives. 44. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
You may wonder if anyone would (1) ______ to blank number 5.
be diagnosed before they are even aware they (a) indexes (b) symptoms
have Alzheimer’s (2) ______? A recent survey (c) evidences (d) marks
shows that, indeed, they would. (3) ______ SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III)
three-quarters of the respondents said they Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above passage
would want (4) ______ if they had Alzheimer’s in blank space (5) ‘symptoms’ would be appropriate,
disease, even if they were not yet experiencing which means – ‘a change in your body that is a sign of
(5) ______. illness’.
40. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Meaning of other options –
blank number 1. Indexes – Catalog,
(a) want (b) surrender Evidences – Witness,
(c) got (d) drop Marks – Numbers,
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Comprehension :
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of above passage in
In the following passage some words have been
blank space (1) ‘want’ would be appropriate.
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
Other options give different meanings – alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
Surrender – Committal, option for each number.
Got – Obtained, By the (1) __________ we reach puberty, the
Drop – Blob, world has reached us and (2) __________ us to
41. Select the most appropriate option to fill in a greater extent than we realize. (3) __________
family, friends, school, and society in general
blank number 2.
(4) __________ by word and example-how to
(a) disease (b) health be. But people (5) __________ leaders at that
(c) contamination (d) bug moment when they decide for themselves how
SSC MTS 19/05/2023 (Shift-III) to be.
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45. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Comprehension:
blank number 1. In the following passage some of the words
(a) age (b) time have been deleted. Read the passage carefully
(c) era (d) moment and select the correct answer for the given
SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I) blank our of the four alternatives.
After a rejection, we tend to beat ourselves up
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above passage over the things that might have (1) ______ us to
in blank space (1) ‘time’ would be appropriate because be rejected ______ and might even end up
‘By the time’ is prepositional phrase that is followed by dwelling on these negative (2) ______, a process
a clause, refer to something has already happened at the called rumination. This habit, however,
time that something else happens. inevitably causes us to (3) ______ worse. "The
46. Select the most appropriate option to fill in first thing a lot of people do when they get
blank number 2. rejected is to be unkind to (4) ______, and they
(a) formats (b) contours start coming up with all kind of ideas about
(c) shapes (d) shaped what's (5) ______ with them, "Gottlieb notes.
50. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
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blank No. 1.
Ans. (d) : In the above passage, in blank space (2) (a) let (b) led
‘Shaped’ would be appropriate because the given (c) leading (d) lead
sentence is in ‘Present perfect tense, therefore, ‘Verb SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
III’ will be used. Other options give different meanings.
Ans. (b) : According to the sence of the above sentence
47. Select the most appropriate option to fill in in blank space (1) 'led' would be appropriate because it
blank number 3. is the past form of the verb 'lead'.
(a) Their (b) Our other options give different meanings.
(c) Her (d) There 51. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I) blank No. 2.
Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above passage (a) emotions (b) endurance
in blank space (3) ‘Our’ would be appropriate because (c) stoppages (d) formalities
possessive pronoun ‘our’ is used before the noun as a SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
subject. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence
Other options give different meanings. in blank space (2) 'emotions' (Noun) would be
appropriate because it is given the proper meaning of
48. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the sentence.
blank number 4. Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
(a) have tell us (b) has told us
52. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) have told us (d) have been told us blank No. 3.
SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Shift-I) (a) recognize (b) share
Ans. (c) : For the above sentence in blank space (4) (c) swirl (d) feel
‘have told us’ would be appropriate because the SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
sentence is present perfect tense and the subject is Ans. (d) : For the above given passage in blank space
plural, therefore, the plural verb is used (have told us). (3) 'Feel' would be appropriate because according to the
Present Perfect tense– sense (to + v1) is used.
Sub. + has/have + VIII + other word. other options give different meaning-
Recognize- Distinguish
49. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Swirel- Rotate
blank number 5.
(a) begin to become (b) onset to become 53. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank No. 4.
(c) start to became (d) began to become
(a) himself (b) themselves
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(c) itself (d) yourself
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above passage SSC MTS 16/05/2023 (Shift-II)
in blank space (5) ‘begin to become’ is used because the Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above passage
sentence is ‘Simple present’, the VI (begin to become) is in blank space (4) 'themselves' would be appropriate
used. because the reflexive pronoun 'them selves' is used as an
Other options give different meanings. object of the sentence is the same as the subject.
Thus, the correct option is (a). other options give different meanings.
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54. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 58. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. 5. blank number 4.
(a) wrong (b) strong (a) manually (b) suddenly
(c) syncing (d) taming (c) gladly (d) actually
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Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above passage Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above passage
in blank space (5) 'wrong' would be appropriate. in blank space (4) 'actually' (adv.) would be appropriate.
other options give different meanings. Other options give different meanings.
Strong- Firm, Energetic 59. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Syncing- Coexist, Concur blank number 5.
Taming- Docile, Subduing (a) act (b) slake
Comprehension: (c) run (d) state
In the following passage some of the words SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I)
have been deleted. Read the passage carefully
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above given
and select the correct answer for the given
passage in blank space (5) 'act' (Perform) would be
blank out of the four alternatives.
appropriate.
With Halloween only (1) ______ days away, I
thought this was a perfect time to talk (2) Other options give different meanings.
______ Zombies. For years, zombies have Comprehension:
dominated science (3) ______. These creatures, In the following passage some of the words
the walking dead, don’t (4) ______ exist, right? have been deleted. Read the passage carefully
Wrong! There are in fact several very real life and select the correct answer for the given
diseases that could and can make you (5) blank out of the four alternatives.
______ like a zombie. Network security (1) ______ securing a
55. Select the most appropriate option to fill in network and protecting the user’s information
blank number 1. about (2) ______ is connected through that
(a) a little (b) a few network. Over the network (3) ______ steal,
(c) much (d) little the packets of data through sniffing and
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I) spoofing (4) ______, man in the middle attack,
Ans. ( b) : According to the sense of the above passage war driving, etc, and misuse the data for their
in blank space (1) 'a few' would be appropriate because (5) ______.
of is used with a countable noun (days). 60. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Note → blank number 1.
A little → It is used with a uncountable noun. (a) declares (b) calls
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (c) means (d) names
56. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
blank number 2. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above passage
(a) about (b) for in blank space (1) 'means' would be appropriate because
(c) by (d) of 'means' describe Further information about network
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I) security.
Ans. (a) : Blank space (2) of the above passage option 61. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
'about' would be appropriate because 'talk about blank number 2.
zombies' gave the proper meaning in this sentence. (a) whose (b) which
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). (c) who (d) that
57. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
blank number 3. Ans. (c) : In blank space of the above passage (2) 'who'
(a) freelance (b) friction would be appropriate because it is used as a relative
(c) fickle (d) fictions pronoun for a person in subjective case.
SSC MTS 15/05/2023 (Shift-I) Hence, the correct option is (c)
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above passage 62. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
in blank space (3) 'fictions' (Novel) would be blank number 3.
appropriate because 'Science fictions' is gives proper (a) engineers (b) labourers
meaning for the sentence. (c) hackers (d) smugglers
The other options give different meanings. SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III)
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Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above passage Ans. (b) : In the blank space (1) of the given passage,
in blank space (3) 'hackers' would be appropriate word. 'leading' (Prime, main) will be used because according
Meaning of other options – to the sense of the passage it is giving proper meaning.
laboures – Workers, Other options give different meaning.
Smugglers –Thief's, Jumping - Leaping
63. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Shortening - Lacking
blank number 4. Moving - Dynmic
(a) attacks (b) guards Correct Sentence-
(c) charges (d) raids The automobile industry is one of the leading industries
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) at the global level.
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above passage 66. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
in blank space (4) 'attacks' would be appropriate word. blank number 2.
Meaning of other options– (a) Release (b) Block
Guards – Pawl, (c) Foster (d) Arrest
Charges – Expenses, SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II)
Raids – Invasion Ans. (c) : In the blank space (2) of the given passage,
64. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 'Foster' (promote, encourage) will be used because
blank number 5. according to the sense of the passage it is giving proper
(a) benefits (b) pleasure meaning. Other options give different meaning.
(c) hindrances (d) banes Release - Discharge
SSC MTS 12/05/2023 (Shift-III) Block - Barricade, Interrupt
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above passage Arrest - Apprehend, Seize
in blank space (5) 'benefits' would be appropriate Correct Sentence-
because 'Misuse the date for their benefits' give the The automobile industry help to foster economic
proper meaning. development of the country.
Meaning of other options–
67. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Pleasure – Gaiety, blank number 3.
Hindrances – Obstacle, (a) Unspecialised (b) Specialised
Banes – Rebuke,
(c) Simplified (d) Non-simplified
Comprehensin: SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II)
In the following passage, some words have even
Ans. (b) : In the blank space (3) of the given passage
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
'Specialised' (particularised) will be used because
the most appropriate option to fill in each
according to the sense of the passage it is giving proper
blank.
meaning. Other option give different meaning.
The automobile industry is one of the (1)
_______ industries at the global level. It plays a Unspecialised - Generalised
crucial role in the development of the global Simplified - Clarified
economy because of the high revenues and Non-Simplified - Complicated
increased customer demands. The automobile Correct Sentence-
industry helps to (2)_________ economic The automobile industry consists of multiple companies
development of the country; therefore, it is specialised in car manufacturing, as well as the ones
widely recognized as a major economic sector. involved in marketing.
The automobile industry consists of multiple 68. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
companies (3)__________ in car blank number 4.
manufacturing, as well as the ones involved in (a) fuel-based (b) motorised
marketing and distribution of automobile (c) Non-motorised (d) Non-fuel
products, such as cars, buses, vans, trucks, SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II)
motorcycles, mopeds and (4)_______ bicycles.
The global automobile industry incorporates Ans. (b) : In the blank space (4) of the given passage
several large car manufacturers' blocs that 'motorised' (Self-operating) will be used because
work (5)______ at the global level. according to the sense of the passage it is giving proper
meaning. Other options give different meaning.
65. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 1. Correct Sentence-
(a) Jumping (b) Leading ......distribution of automobile products, such as cars,
(c) Shortening (d) Moving buses, vans, trucks, motorcycles, mopeds and motorisid
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69. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (b) : In the blank space (2) of the given passage
blank number 5. option(b) 'Decorative and recreational' will be used
(a) Hurriedly (b) Smoothly because it is giving proper meaning according to the
(c) Collaboratively (d) Single-handedly sense of the passage. Other options give different
SSC GD 31/01/2023 (Shift-II) meanings. Hence option (b) is correct answer.
Correct Sentence-
Ans. (c) : In the blank space (5) the given passage
'Collaboratively' (Cooperatively) will be used because The use and function of these flowers is Chiefly
decorative and recreational.
according to the sense of the passage it is giving proper
meaning. Other options give different meaning. 72. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Hurriedly - Rapidly blank number 3.
(a) upon (b) for
Smoothly - Easily, effortlessly
(c) to (d) as far as
Single-handedly - Individually, spearately
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV)
Correct Sentence-
Ans. (c) : In the blank space (3) of the given passage
The global automobile industry incorporates several
preposition 'to' will be used because the preposition 'to'
large car manufacurer's blocs that work Collaboratively
is used after pleasing. Hence option(c) is correct
at the global level.
answer.
Comprehension: Correct Sentence-
In the following passage, some words have been ..........and the sound they make is pleasing to the ear.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select 73. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
the most appropriate option to fill in each blank number 4.
blank. (a) so (b) much
Reaching the stall from which the sound was (c) such (d) more
emanating, he saw that it was deserted. It was SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV)
festooned (1)________ flowers: blue-bells and
Ans. (a) : In the blank space (4) of the given passage
foxgloves and harebells and daffodils, but also
option (a) 'So' will be used because it is giving proper
with violets and lilies. The use and function of
meaning according to the sense of the passage. Hence
these flowers is chiefly (2)_______; they bring
option (a) is correct answer.
pleasure; they can be given to a loved one as a
Correct Sentence-
token of admiration and affection, and the
Also, they catch the light so delightfully.
sound they make is pleasing (3) ________ the
ear. Also, they catch the light (4) ________ 74. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
delightfully. Dustan could not but observe that blank number 5.
the colour of sunlight glittering through the (a) Aroma and fragrance (b) Shape and size
purple crystal was inferior in both (5) (c) Texture and touch (d) Hue and shade
________to that of her eyes. SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV)
70. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (d) : In the blank space (5) of the given passage
blank number 1. option (d) 'Hue and shade' will be used because it is
(a) On (b) With giving proper meaning according to the sense of the
passage. Hence option (d) is correct answer.
(c) by (d) Upon
Correct Sentence-
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV)
........the purple crystal was inferier in both hue and
Ans. (b) : In the blank space (1) of the given passage, shade to that of eyes.
option (a) 'with' will be used because it is giving proper Comprehension:
meaning according to the sense of the passage. Hence
In the following passage, some words have been
option(b) is correct answer. deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
Correct Sentence- the most appropriate option to fill in each
It was festooned with flowers. blank.
71. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Maybe you’re bored of bananas, apples and
blank number 2. grapes and need a fresh produce pick? A
(a) Admiration and affection nutrient-rich serving of kiwi fruit may be just
what you need. A serving of kiwi fruit (2 kiwis)
(b) Decorative and recreational
has twice the vitamin C of an orange, (1)______
(c) Glittering potassium as a banana and the fibre of a bowl
(d) Repellent and frivolous of whole grain cereal—all for less than 100
SSC GD 23/01/2023 (Shift-IV) calories! The fuzzy fruit is sky-high in both
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soluble and insoluble fibre, both of which are 77. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
essential for promoting heart health, (2) blank number 3.
_________ digestion and lowering cholesterol (a) Vary (b) Revise
levels—that’s a winning trifecta. Kiwi fruit has (c) Convert (d) Displace
also been considered a ‘nutritional all-star,’ as SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
Rutgers University researchers found that kiwi Ans. (c) : 'Convert (Change) will be used in the blank
fruit has the best nutrient density of 21 space (3) of the passage because it is giving proper
commonly consumed fruits. meaning according to the sense of the passage. Other
Along with vitamin C, kiwi fruits are rich in options give different meanings-
many bioactive compounds that have Vary - Differ
antioxidant capacity to help protect against Revise - Repeat
free radicals, harmful by-products produced in Displace - Shift
the body. If you want clean energy, think of Correct Sentence-
kiwi fruit because they’re rich in magnesium, a A nutrient essential to Convert food into energy.
nutrient essential to (3) ________ food into 78. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
energy. blank number 4.
A kiwi fruit also doubles as a peeper-keeper by (a) Burdened (b) Condensed
supplying your eyes with protective lutein, a (c) Overstuffed (d) Packed
carotenoid that’s concentrated in eye tissues SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
and helps protect against harmful free radicals.
Ans. (d) : 'Packed (Filled)' will be used in the blank
Kiwi fruit is also (4) ______ with blood
space (4) of the given passage because it is giving
pressure-lowering potassium. In fact, a 100-
gram serving of kiwi fruit—that’s about one proper meaning according to the sense of the passage.
large kiwi—provides 15% of the Other options give different meanings.
Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of Burdened - Loaded
potassium. Condensed - Liquidize
Kiwi fruit has been growing in New Zealand Overstuffed - Overfull
for over 100 years. Once the fruit gained in Correct Sentence-
popularity, other countries started to grow Kiwi fruit is also packed with blood pressure lowering
them including Italy, France, Chile, Japan, potassium.
South Korea and Spain. At first, kiwis were 79. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
referred to as ‘Yang Tao’ or ‘Chinese blank number 5.
Gooseberry,’ but the name was (5) _______ (a) Anon (b) Presently
changed to kiwi fruit so that everyone would
(c) Ultimately (d) Directly
know where the fruit came from.
75. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
blank number 1. Ans. (c) : Ultimately (Finally) will be used in the blank
(a) lot of (b) as much space (5) of the given passage because it is giving
(c) as much as (d) much of proper meaning according to the sense of the passage.
Other options give different meanings.
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III)
Anon - Soon, Early
Ans. (b) : Option (b) 'as much' will be used in the blank
Presently - Now, Soon
space (1) of the above passage because as much is used
to say that an amount is as large as another amount. Directly - Straight
Correct sentence- A serving of Kiwi fruit has twice the Correct Sentence-
vitamin C of an orange, as much potassium..... but the name was ultimately changed......
76. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Comprehension:
blank number 2. In the following passage, some words have been
(a) Regulating (b) Repressing deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(c) Taming (d) Constraining the most appropriate option to fill in each
SSC GD 16/01/2023 (Shift-III) blank.
Ans. (a) : Option (a) regulating (control) will be used in Notebook software is included (1) ______ the
the blank space (2) of the above passage because it is SMART Board interactive education.
giving proper meaning according to the sense of the Professors and students can write on the
sentence. Other option give different meanings. SMART Board screen suing a digital pen or (3)
_____ finger if they have a SMART Board.
Repressing - Suppressing
Notebook files a may be saved in various
Taming - Subjugating formats, printed, emailed, or posted, providing
Constraining - Compel, Coerce students with a total (4) _____ to course
Correct Sentence- materials. Essentially, having a SMART Board
Both of which are essential for promoting heart health, available may (5) ______ everything that can
regulating digestion........ be done on a computer.
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80. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (d) : In the blank space (5) of the above passage
blank no. 1. option (d) 'enhance' will be used because it is giving
(a) Upon (b) To proper meaning according to the passage. Other option
(c) Along (d) With give different meaning.
SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II) Form- Shap
Ans. (d) : In the blank space (1) of the above passage, Enlighten - Inform, intimate
preposition with will be used because it is giving proper Create - Build
meaning according to the sense of the passage. Correct Sentence-
Correct sentence- Essentially, having a SMART Board available may
Notebook software is included with the SMART board enhance everything that can be done on a computer.
interactive education.
Comprehension:
81. Select the most appropriate option to fill in In the following passage, some words have been
blank no. 2. deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(a) Total (b) Limit the most appropriate option to fill in each
(c) Number (d) Design blank.
SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II) The companies in the present era (1) _______
Ans. (c) : In the blank space (2) of the above passage priority, furring recruitment, to the candidates
option (c) Number will be used because it is giving who have Emotional intelligence. El is the
proper meaning according to the sense of the passage. ability to understand, analyse and control
Total- Whole, entire emotions. Possessing very high El creates a (2)
Limit - Restriction, Curb ______ impact on a person's can be nice even in
Design - Structure, Formation socially awkward situations. As they are very
Correct Sentence- good at controlling emotions, they make others
This programme includes a number of tools for different feel (3) ______. It is proven that it will make
aducation. leaders more effective as they understand the
82. Select the most appropriate option to fill in feelings of teammates. It allows one (4) ______
blank no. 3. empathy towards others, they can be very good
(a) Their (b) There at interpersonal relationship. These people
(c) Those (d) These strengthen the relationship (5) ______ the
SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II) people with their interaction and coordination
both in personal and professional life.
Ans. (a) : In the blank space (3) of the above passage
Companies are well aware of the benefits with
option (a) Their will be used because it is giving proper
meaning according to the sense of the passage. the employees who have El.
Correct sentence- .........the SMART Board screen using 85. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
a digital pen or their finger. blank number 1.
(a) Has been giving (b) Have been given
83. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. (c) Are giving (d) Is giving
(a) Access (b) Validity SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
(c) Download (d) Exception Ans. (c) : In the blank space (1) of the above passage,
SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II) 'are giving' will be used because 'present era' has been
Ans. (a) : In the blank space (4) of the above passage, used in the given sentence. hence it is clear that the
option (a) 'Access' (approach) will be used because it is sentence will be in present tense and the subject of the
giving proper meaning according to the sense of the sentence (the companies) is plural. hence the verb will
passage. also be used plural.
Validity - Legitinacy, Correct sentence-
Download - Copy, take The companies in the present era are giving priotity.
Exception - Abnormality, special case 86. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Correct sentence- blank number 2.
...........or posted, providing student with a total access to (a) Creative (b) Positive
course materials. (c) Colonial (d) Memorable
84. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I)
blank no 5. Ans. (b) : In the blank space (2) of the above passage.
(a) Form (b) Enlighten option (b) 'positive' will be used because it is giving
(c) Create (d) Enhance proper meaning according to the sense of the passage.
SSC GD 12/01/2023 (Shift-II) Other options give different meaning.
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Creative - Innovative dread not only of unpleasant insects like
Colonial - Immigrant spiders or wasps but of quite (3) _____ ones
Memorable - Unforgettable, noteworthy like moths. Reading about them increases our
Correct sentence- understanding society does noting to prevent us
from being filled with revulsion when we find
Possessing very high EI creates a positive impact on a
hordes of them crawling over a carefully
person's.
prepared picnic lunch.
87. Select the most appropriate option to fill in No matter how much we like honey of how
blank number 3. much we have read about the uncanny sense of
(a) Comfortable (b) Tolerable direction which bees possess, we have a horror
(c) Favourable (d) Manageable of being stung. (4) _____ of our fears are
SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I) fascinating. We enjoy reading about them,
Ans. (a) : In the blank space (3) of the above passage, especially when we find that, like the praying
option (a) 'Comfortable' will be used because it is giving mantis, they lead perfectly horrible lives. We
proper meaning according to the sense of the passage. enjoy staring at them, entranced as they go (5)
Other options give different meaning. ______ their business, unaware (we hope) of
Tolerable - Bearable, our presence.
Favourable - Congenial 90. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Manageable - Organizable blank 1.
Correct sentence- (a) Have been (b) Were being
.....they make others feel comfortable. (c) Are been (d) Will be being
88. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
blank number 4. Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above passage,
(a) Communicate (b) To communicating 'Have been' would be appropriate.
(c) To be communicated (d) To communicate The other options do not give the proper sense.
SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I) Hence option (a) 'Have been' is correct answer.
Ans. (d) : 'To communicate' will be used in the blank 91. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
space (4) of the above passage because the first form of blank 2.
the verb (v1) is used after the infinitive to'. Hence option
(a) Yields (b) Employs
(d) is correct answer.
(c) Wages (d) Redresses
Correct sentence-
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It allows one to communicate empathy towards others.
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above passage,
89. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
'wages' will be use.
blank number 5.
(a) In reference with (b) Between Wages means :- earning, payment.
(c) Along with (d) Among Hence options (c) is correct answer.
SSC GD 10/01/2023 (Shift-I) 92. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (d) : 'Among' will be used in the blank space (5) of blank 3.
the above passage because among is used for more than (a) Benignant (b) Harmless
two people. Hence option (d) is correct answer. (c) Wholesome (d) Nonfatal
Correct sentence- SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
These people strengthen the relationship among the Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above passage,
people with their interaction. 'Harmless' would be appropriate.
Comprehension: The other options do not give the suitable meaning.
In the following passage, some words have been Hence option (b) is correct answer.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select 93. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
the most appropriate option to fill in each blank 4.
blank. (a) Few (b) Most
We (1) _____ brought up to fear insects. We (c) Several (d) Some
regard them as unnecessary creatures that do
SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV)
more harm that good. Man continually (2)
______ was on them, because they contaminate Ans. (b) : In the given passage, 'Most' will be used in
his food, carry diseases, or devour his crops. the blank space.
They sting or bite without provocation; they fly The meaning of the other options does not give proper
uninvited into our rooms on summer nights or meaning.
beat against our lighted windows. We live in Hence option (b) is correct answer.
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94. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Army :- A military forces of a country which are
blank 5. trained to fight on land.
(a) Beside (b) near Band :- a small ground of musician who place popular
(c) around (d) about music together.
SSC GD 08/02/2023 (Shift-IV) 98. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above passage, blank 4.
'About' would be appropriate word for the blank space. (a) hindered (b) waylaid
The other options give different meaning. (c) encroached (d) lost
Hence option (d) 'about' is correct answer. SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
Comprehension: Ans. (b) : In the blank space of the above passage,
In the following passage, some words have been 'waylaid' would be appropriate word.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the The meaning of the other options is–
most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Hindered :- obstruct.
The oldest hub of carpet weaving in India is Encroach :- impinge
Mirzapurin Bhadohi district of Uttar Pradesh. The Lost :- confused, destroyed.
Gang (1) ____ past this town with its ghats, ancient 99. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
temples and waterfalls. The genesis of carpet making blank 5.
in Mirzapur can be (2) ____ to the Mughal emperor, (a) recipients (b) beneficiaries
Akbar, in the 16th century. A (3) ____ and injured by (c) sponsors (d) benefactors
dacoits on the Grand Trunk Road. The weavers were SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II)
rescued and given shelter by local villagers. The
Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above passage,
master weaver of the group decided to settle down
'benefactors' will be used in the blank space.
here and share his skills with his (5) ____. That is how
the renowned carpet industry of Mirzapur took root. The meaning of other options is–
95. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Recipient :- a person who receives something.
blank 1. Sponsors :- supporter, patron.
(a) sets (b) spreads Beneficiary :- the recipient of fund or other benefits.
(c) flows (d) grows Comprehension:
SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II) In the following passage, some words have been
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above passage,
the most appropriate option to fill in each
'flows' will be used in the blank space.
blank.
The other options give different meaning–
When he was in college, a famous poet made a
Sets :- put into a certain place. useful distinction for him. He had drunk (1)
Spears :- scatter. _______ in the poet's company to be compelled
Grows :- mature, develop. to describe to him a poem he was (2) _______
96. Select the most appropriate option to fill in of. It would be a monologue of sorts, the self-
blank 2. contemplation of a student on a summer
(a) traced (b) found afternoon who is reading Euphuise. The poem
(c) extracted (d) reduced itself would be a subtle (3) _______ of
SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II) euphuisms, translating the heat, the day, the
student's concerns, into symmetrical posies;
Ans. (a) : In the blank space of the above passage,
translating even his (4) _______ and boredom
'traced' (hint) would be appropriate.
with that famously foolish book into a
The meaning of other options is–
euphuism.
Found :- set up, establish.
The poet nodded his big head in a sympathetic,
Extracted :- draw act, remove. rhythmic way as this was (5) _______ to him,
Reduced :- decreased. then told him that there are two kinds of
97. Select the most appropriate option to fill in poems. There is the kind you write; there is the
blank 3. kind you talk about in bars. Both kinds have
(a) caravan (b) crowd value and both are poems; but it's fatal to
(c) army (d) band confuse them.
SSC GD 01/02/2023 (Shift-II) 100. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above passage, blank no. 1.
'caravan' will be used in the blank space. (a) far (b) many
The meaning of other options is– (c) since (d) enough
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Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most (2)________ approach of colourful and creative
appropriate option for the blank space (1) 'enough' will picture-based activities. The puzzles, activities
be used because it gives conducive meaning of the and mazes (3)________ the students to develop
sentence. Other options are incorrect. critical thinking, logical and motor skills. After
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). every lesson, (4)________ exercises are
incorporated to (5)________ the conceptual
101. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
understanding of the students.
blank no. 2.
(a) straying (b) marking 105. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 1.
(c) drying (d) thinking
(a) negates (b) empower
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
(c) empowers (d) negate
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most
appropriate option for the blank space (2) 'thinking' will SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
be used because sentence is in past continuous tense. Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above given
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). passage in blank space (1) ' empower' (v) is used which
102. Select the most appropriate option to fill in means' to give official authority or legal power.'
blank no. 3. Other options give different meanings.
(a) races (b) series 106. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) plains (d) credits blank no. 2.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) (a) complex (b) difficult
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the most (c) unique (d) trivial
appropriate option for the blank space (3) 'series' will be SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
used because it gives conducive meaning of the Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above passage
sentence. in blank space (2) 'unique' would be appropriate, which
Thus, the correct answer is (b). means' existing as the only one.' Other options give
103. Select the most appropriate option to fill in different meaning.
blank no. 4. Meaning of other options -
(a) contempt (b) stay Complex - Intricate,
(c) haven (d) weight age Difficult - Stiff,
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) Trivial - Insignificant.
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, the most
107. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
appropriate option for the blank space (4) 'contempt'
blank no. 3.
will be used because it gives conducive meaning of the
sentence. Other options not correct. (a) had helped (b) help
Thus, the correct answer is option (a) (c) helped (d) helps
104. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
blank no. 5. Ans. (b) : The above passage in blank space (3) 'help'
(a) explained (b) sprang (Vi) would be appropriate because this sentence is in
(c) raised (d) theorised simple present tense and plural verb (help) is used with
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/07/2023 (Shift-IV) plural subject (The puzzles etc.).
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, the most Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
appropriate option for the blank space (5) 'explained' 108. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
will be used because sentence is in passive form. Other blank no. 4.
options give different meaning. (a) superficial (b) irrational
Sprang means - catapulted, bounced (c) brainstorming (d) baffling
Raised means - Elevate SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
Theorised means - Hypothesized Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above given
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). passage in blank space (4) 'brainstorming' (Present
Comprehension: participle) would be appropriate.
In the following passage, some words have been Other options give different meanings.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
the most appropriate option to fill in each 109. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank. blank no. 5.
The basic elements of computers that (a) evolve (b) evolving
(1)________ our world are explained in an (c) evolution (d) evolved
interactive manner. The book has a SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/07/2023 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (a) : For the above passage in blank space (5) 112. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
'evolve' (V1) would be appropriate because infinitive (to blank 3.
+ V1) is used according to the sense of this sentence. (a) personal (b) personnel
Other given options are not correct. (c) political (d) public
Comprehension: SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
In the following passage, some words have Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above given
been deleted. Read the passage carefully and passage in blank space (3) 'personal' would be
select the most appropriate option to fill in each appropriate which means 'proper.' Other option give
blank. different meaning.
The massive ransom were attack that has Meaning of other options -
rippled e-hospital services of AIIMS, Delhi, Personnel - Team, Ponel
highlights the (1) _________ vulnerability of Political - Vernacular
the country’s healthcare infrastructure, and Public - Municipal
possibly other critical IT systems, to 113. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
cybercriminals. The premier public healthcare blank 4.
institute (2)_________ to around 15 lakh
(a) weighty (b) massive
outpatients and 80,000 inpatients every
year. Consequently, (c) bulk (d) grand
there are fears that the attackers could sell the SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
now force-encrypted AIIMS databases that Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above given
contain (3) _________ information of atients- passage in blank space (4) 'massive' would be
including political leaders, senior appropriate which means 'havy in structure.' Other
administrators, and judges, and their healthcare option give different meaning.
records on the Dark Web. Of course, what has Meaning of other options -
happened to AIIMS is hardly a local Weighty - Heavy, Bulky
phenomenon. A (4) _________ increase in Bulk - Pile, Heap
cyberattacks on healthcare institutes
Grand - Magnificant, Super
worldwide (5) _________ during the Covid
pandemic. 114. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
The Indian healthcare sector was the second- blank 5.
most targeted globally. It is clear that Indian (a) is witnessed (b) has witnessed
hospitals are vulnerable to cybersecurity. (c) was witness (d) has been witnessed
Government and hospitals need to use best SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV)
practices to ward off future crises. Ans. (d) : In the above given passage in blank space (5)
110. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 'has been witnessed' would be appropriate because the
blank 1. sense of this sentence is in passive voice. (Has been +
(a) increasing (b) developing V3). Other option give different meaning.
(c) strengthening (d) shining Comprehension:
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) In the following passage, some words have been
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
Ans. (a) : According to sense of the above passage in the most appropriate option to fill in each
blank space (1) 'Increasing' would be appropriate. blank.
Other options give different meanings. Socrates is flying. No, he is (1) _______ . The
111. Select the most appropriate option to fill in wings behind him beat in a calming rhythm (2)
_______ the cool air rushes past. His wings are
blank 2.
all that matter, (3) _______ at the rushing wind
(a) catered (b) catering like the sails of some great sea vessel, the
(c) caters (d) has catered feathery appendages all he is and all he will
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 25/07/2023 (Shift-IV) ever want to be. His back muscles flex with the
(4) _______ that takes him high above the
Ans. (c) : According to sense of the above passage in ground. He feels the effort, of course, but
blank space (2) 'Caters' (V1) would be appropriate sweeping into the sky does not require much of
because in this sentence 'every year shows the given one. The (5) _______ is pleasurable, even
sentence is in simple present tense - exhilarating. With flight there is freedom
Sub. + V1 + s/es + Object. beyond description, an ecstasy bordering on
emotional.
Hence, the correct option is (c).
SubQuestion No : 115-119
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115. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Comprehension:
blank no. 1. In the following passage, some words have been
(a) redundant (b) sluggish deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(c) pertinent (d) soaring the most appropriate option to fill in each
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) blank.
Ans. (d) : For the above, passage in blank space (1) The world is going through a deep recession. At
'soaring' would be appropriate because this sentence is such a time, one thing we need in abundance is
in present tense and (V1 + ing) 'soaring' is used jobs for the semi-skilled and unskilled. This is
according to the context of this sentence, which means - the only way in which equal
'to fly high in the air'. (1)____ of wealth can take place. The
Other options given different meanings. healthcare industry is ideally poised to occupy
116. Select the most appropriate option to fill in this position. The IT industry hires people from
blank no. 2. the upper-middle strata and rich families,
(a) unless (b) unless usually engineers, (2)____ the health care
(c) while (d) since industry hires nurses, to the tune of eighty per
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) cent of the jobs created, from the lower
Ans. (c) : For the above passage in blank space (2) economic strata. Global health care is a 4.5-
'while' will be used because it is a conjunctive adverb to trillion rupee industry, second only to the agro
express two continuous actives that happen industry. Even then, health care (3)____ only
simultaneously. eight per cent of the world’s population.
Other options given different meanings. Policymakers should look at the health care
117. Select the most appropriate option to fill in industry as not only an industry which
blank no. 3. addresses pain but also as one which can
(a) snapping (b) cleaning (4)____ the economy. The last century was
(c) losing (d) limiting driven by machines that addressed human toil
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) and it is strongly believed that this century will
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above passage be driven by health care. This, however, will
in blank space (3) 'snapping' would be appropriate only happen if policy makers make a conscious
which means. 'to be broken suddenly'. effort to (5)____ the right policies in place soon.
Other options give different meanings. 120. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 1.
118. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. (a) spending (b) distribution
(a) litigation (b) affection (c) partition (d) earning
(c) manipulation (d) effort SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the most
Ans. (d) : For the above passage in blank space (4) appropriate option for the blank space (1) ‘distribution’
'effort' will be used according to the context of this will be used because ‘wealth’ indicts that the
sentence. distribution’ is conducive meaning of the sentence.
Other options give different meanings - Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Litigation - case, 121. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Affection - Amorousness, blank no. 2.
Manipulation - Expedient, (a) despite (b) unlike
119. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) unless (d) whereas
blank no. 5. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
(a) sensation (b) indignation Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most
(c) perversion (d) lamination appropriate option for the blank space (2) ‘Conjunction’
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/07/2023 (Shift-III) whereas’ will be used because it given reason of the
Ans. (a) : For the above passage in blank space (5) sentence.
'sensation' will be used. because it gives appropriate Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
meaning. 122. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Other options given different meaning - blank no. 3.
Indignation - Anger, (a) calls (b) cures
Perversion - Distortion, (c) visits (d) reaches
Lamination - Splitting, SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most 126. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
appropriate option for the blank (3) ‘reaches’ will be blank number 2.
used because word ‘only eight percent’ indicates (a) construction (b) dating
reaches’ is appropriate words for the sentence (c) halting (d) recreation
Other words are– SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
Calls means – Summons
Ans. (a) : According to the sense of above passage in
Cures means – Remedies
blank space (2) 'Construction' would be appropriate
Visits means – Trips.
because in this sentence, it is used with 'sites'.
Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
Other options give different meanings-
123. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. Understood - Perceived, Realized,
(a) influence (b) impede Caught - Captured Snagged,
(c) ascertain (d) persuade Raised - Eevate, Uplift.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I) 127. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (a) : According to the passage, the most blank number 3.
appropriate option for the blank space (4) ‘influence’ (a) created (b) perceived
will be used because It gives correct meaning of the (c) received (d) led
sentence, Thus, the correct answer is option (a)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
124. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (b) : The above given passage in blank space (3)
blank no. 5.
'Perceived' would be appropriate, which means - 'to
(a) desire (b) design
notice or realize something'.
(c) cut (d) put
Other options give different meanings-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/07/2023 (Shift-I)
Created - Composed, Fabricated
Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most
appropriate option for the blank space (5) ‘put’ will be Received - Get, Accept,
used because it gives appropriate sense of the sentence. Led - Conduct, Guide,
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Comprehension: 128. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
In the following passage, some words have been blank number 4.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the (a) destroyed (b) climbed
most appropriate option to fill in each blank. (c) utilised (d) fed
Colonialims had a great impact on the lives of
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 27/07/2023 (Shift-III)
aboriginal Australians who wee eventually (1) ______
by the whits with all power and privilege. The Ans. (a) : According to the sense of the above sentence
colonisers turned their land into rubbish pits and (2) in blank space (4) 'Destroyed; would be appropriate
______ sites for their own betterment. The aborigines which means - 'Ruined or demolished'.
were often (3) ______ as sub-humans with low status Other options give different meanings-
and dirty habits. The whites not only displaced the Climbed - Ascend, Clamber,
tribes off their homeland but also (4) ______ the
Utilised - Emplayed, Adopted,
beauty and balance of the natural world. An increase
in deforestation and desttruction of traditional land Fed - Sustained, nurtured,
led (5) ______ like emu, eagle, and kangaroom among Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
many others to dwindle over time. 129. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
125. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
blank number 1. (a) pets (b) thugs
(a) understood (b) caught (c) homies (d) fauna
(c) raised (d) subjugated
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Ans. (d) : According to the sense of the above given
Ans. (d) : According to sense of the above given
passage in blank space (5) 'fauna' would be appropriate
passage in blank space (1) 'Subjugated' would be
appropriate, which means 'the act of bringing someone because If refers to all of the animal life within a
or something under control or domination through force specified region.
ir suppression.' Other options give different meanings.
Other options give different meanings. Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
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Comprehension : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been In the following passage, some words have
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most been deleted. Read the passage carefully and
appropriate option to fill in each blank. Ambition is a Select the most appropriate option to fill in
vital ingredient for success. Without ambition to push us, each blank.
we will not be (1)_____ of great achievements. We all Any (1) –––––– that revolves around a planet
need that special something (2)________ ourselves to is a satellite. Mother Earth has a natural
give us the willpower to reach a higher goal (3)_____ we satellite in the moon. The earth is circled by a
imagine ourselves capable (4)_____. Yet, ambition, lot of man-made or artificial satellites in
(5)_____ money and fire, is a good servant, but a bad 1957, the Soviet Sputnik was the
master. first to be (2) ––––– into space. There are
130. Select the most appropriate option to fill in currently a number of artificial satellites
blank number 1. launched into space by various nations.
(a) curable (b) durable These satellites make it possible for us to
(c) capable (d) able talk on the phone, watch television, predict the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) weather, map the various surfaces of the
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'Capable' earth and learn more about the world in
Competent will be used because it giver appropriate which we live.
meaning other options give different meaning. How does a satellite get started? It is
Curable – Provable typically launched into space by means of a
Durable – Lasting rocket. After ascending into the thinner air
able – Eligible layers above the earth, the satellite is
released from the rocket. For a successful
131. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
satellite launch, a rocket's speed is carefully
blank number 2.
calculated and controlled. Every object in
(a) in (b) with
space is pushed toward the earth's centre by
(c) within (d) without
gravity. The inertia of motion will propel the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) object into space if it has its own velocity of
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'within' will be motion. When the orbital
used because it gives appropriate meaning. velocity is exactly right, these two opposing
Other options give different meaning. forces are balanced, causing the satellite to
132. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (3)________ toward the earth while still
blank number 3. hovering over its surface. A satellite is said to
(a) that (b) than be in geo-stationary orbit when it completes
(c) then (d) what one revolution around the earth in a 24-hour
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) period; It doesn't change when compared to a
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'than' will be point on the surface of the earth. These orbits
used because comparative degree is used in the sense of are typically used by satellites for
comparison, other option give different meaning. communication and weather. The camera on
the weather satellites takes pictures and sends
133. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
them back to Earth. These are helping aid in
blank number 4.
weather forecasting. Radio receivers and
(a) off (b) of
amplifiers on communication satellites can (4)
(c) on (d) about
________ waves back at a frequency that is
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) different from the one the satellite received.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'of' will be used The beaming frequencies of satellites that are
because 'of' preposition is used with capable. other 'parked' too close to one another must not
options give different meaning. interfere with one another. Television signals
134. Select the most appropriate option to fill in can be transmitted from one location to
blank number 5. other using broadcast satellites and
(a) such (b) like scientists can (5)________ scientific data
(c) as (d) similarly from numerous satellites.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 17/07/2023 (Shift-II) 135. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'like' will be blank no. 1.
used because it gives appropriate meaning according to (a) Piece (b) Object
sense of the passage. (c) Body (d) Being
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'object' Mouse. Mickey’s round mouse ears, either in
(Thing/Item) will be used because it gives appropriate silhouette or adorning a hat, have become one
meaning. Other options give different meanings. of the most (2)_______ corporate logos in the
world. But if a few business decisions in the
136. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
1920s had gone differently, they could have
blank no. 2. been rabbit ears.
(a) Tossed (b) Lobbed In the mid-1920s Disney was a young
(c) Launched (d) Floated (3)________ producing a series called the Alice
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) Comedies, short films that combined live-action
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'Launched' (Set footage with animated images so that human
on) will be used because it gives appropriate meaning. actors appeared to interact with cartoon
Other options give different meanings. characters. But he had grown tired of the series
and
Tossed - Rolled
wanted to move on to making completely
Lobbed - Threw animated films. In 1927 he got his wish,
Floated - Sailed (4)_______
137. Select the most appropriate option to fill in a deal with Universal to produce a new series
blank no. 3. based on the adventures of a character called
(a) Stir (b) Migrate Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Both the name and
(c) Jump (d) Move the species of the character had been picked
by Universal—'Oswald’ was (5)________
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picked out of a hat of names, and the character
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'Move' will be was
used because it gives appropriate meaning according to made a rabbit because there were already too
sense of the passage. Other options give different many cartoon cats on the market.
meanings. 140. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
138. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
blank no. 4. (a) empire (b) province
(a) Send (b) Discharge (c) country (d) power
(c) Deliver (d) Locate SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) Ans. (a) : Option (a) Empire – ( A very large companies
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'Send' will be or group of companies) will be filled in the blank
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other provided, Because next line of the sentence mentions
options give different meanings. the name of the entertainment company House of the
mouse, built by walt Disney. Hence using 'empire' in
Discharge - Release
the blank is appropriate.
Deliver - Forgive/Carry meaning of other options are –
Locate - Detect Province – A principal administrative division of a
139. Select the most appropriate option to fill in country
blank no. 5. Country – An area of land with its own people and
(a) Entry (b) Ingress government
(c) Access (d) Approach Power – The ability to control people Political control
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 24/07/2023 (Shift-III) of a country.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'Access' will be 141. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other blank number 2.
options give different meanings. (a) visible (b) notifiable
Approach - Access/Path (c) recognisable (d) measurable
Ingress - Enterance SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II)
Entry - Access Ans. (c) : In the given blank space, option (c)
Comprehension: recognizable – (Able to be recognized or identified
In the following passage some words have been from precious encounters or knowledge) need to be
deleted. Read the passage carefully and filled . As in the sentence of the passage, Popular 'logo'
select the most appropriate option to fill in each of mickey mouse and its well established identification
blank. is being discussed.
The entertainment (1)_______ built by Walt Meaning of other options are –
Disney is sometimes called the ‘House of Visible – That can be seen or noticed
Mouse’ Modifiable – Required by lane to be reported to official
in acknowledgment of the leading role played health authorities.
by Disney’s most famous creation, Mickey Measurable – capable of being assessed / estimated.
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142. Select the most appropriate option to fill in anything else." One day, the parrot said to the
blank number 3. king, "Give me freedom and I'II give you three
(a) artisan (b) animator (2)_____ advice that could be of great benefit to
(c) miniaturist (d) craftsman you." The king loved the parrot, but he loved
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) money
(3)_____. The parrot said, "Never believe
Ans. (b) : Option (b) Animator – ( A person who makes
everything that is told to you. What you don't
animated / cartoon films) is suitable to be used in the
know is that I've two priceless gems in my
given blank. Because 'Profession or work being stomach,” said the bird. "Two priceless gems,"
practiced by Walt Disney is being discussed in the echoed the king, "Oh, what a fool I was to set
sentence you free! I'II regret this for the rest of my life!"
other options contain following meaning I (4)_____ you never to grieve over losses but
Artisan – A person who makes things skillfully here you are grieving over losing me," said the
especially with his/ her hands. parrot, "I advised you never to believe
Miniaturist – a painter/ illuminator of manuscripts. everything you hear, but you immediately
craftsman – A man who practices a trade or handicrafts believed me when I told you I had two gems in
as a job. my stomach. (5)____ I have survived if I really
had two gems in my stomach?" My third
143. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
advice is, "Listen, learn to listen with your
blank number 4.
mind instead of just with your ears.” Saying
(a) crossing (b) bewitching these words, the parrot flew away.
(c) possessing (d) striking 145. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) blank number 1.
Ans. (d) : In the blank space, option (b) striking will be (a) has (b) will have
used. because 'Striking a deal' is an idiom which means (c) have (d) had
To successfully achieve a agreement especially at a SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
acceptable price. Ans. (d) : In the given blank, option (d) had – (possess,
Following are the meaning of given options – own or hold) will be used as had is used in past tense
Crossing – A place where roads or railway lines cross and its provide suitable meaning to the sentence to the
bewitching – Attracting somebody very much passage (king loved the parrot he had).
Possessing – To have or own something. 146. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
144. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
blank number 5. (a) quantity of (b) digit of
(a) anatomically (b) outwardly (c) pieces of (d) number of
(c) reasonably (d) apparently SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/08/2023 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : Since advice is uncountable noun and
Ans. (d) : Option (d) apparently – ( what people say or information to be provided by parrot was more than one
to how something appears but perhaps not true). need to piece, 'pieces of information' will by appropriate to be
used in the provided blank.
be used in the given blank.
Note – piece of advice follows 'noun + noun'
Meaning of other options are –
collocation pattern
Anatomically – Related to human body and how its
parts are arranged 147. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 3.
Outwardly – Things seem to be, rather than haw they
(a) more (b) better
are inside.
(c) most (d) extra
reasonably – using good judgment or In a sensible or
fair way SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : option (a) more, which will be used as an
Comprehension:
adverb in the given blank means 'To a greater degree
In the following passage, some words have been than usual or than something else'.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
Therefore ascertaining the degree of love king had for
the most appropriate option to fill in each
money in comparison with parrot (which obviously was
blank.
for Money) 'more' will be used.
Once king Krishnadeva Raya (1)______ a
parrot of which he was excessively fond. He 148. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
kept it in a silver cage and fed it fruits and nuts blank number 4.
and anything else the bird asked for. The (a) advise (b) have advised
parrot longed for freedom and often asked for (c) did advised (d) advised
it, but the king would always reply, "Ask for SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I)
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Ans. (d) : The given sentence of the passage. display 152. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
the sense, hence advised (Giving suggestion on an blank number 3.
issue) will be used in the provided blank. As the parrot (a) key (b) answer
had given three pieces of advice to the king. (c) clue (d) solution
149. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
blank number 5. Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'solution'
(a) Could (b) Might would be appropriate because according to the passage
'this is a serious problem admitting of no easy solution
(c) Can (d) May at the best of times.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/08/2023 (Shift-I) Other options are not correct.
Ans. (a) : Option (a) could (To express a possibility in 153. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
the past) need to be used in the given blank as parrot blank number 4.
talks about hypothetical question which comes under (a) material (b) quality
type three conditional sentence, the structure of which (c) quantity (d) cloth
is– SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
If + Past Perfect, could have + Past participle. Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above passage
Hence using could in the blank is correct . in blank space (4) 'quantity' will be used.
Comprehension: other options give different meanings.
In the following passage, some words have been 154. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the blank number 5.
most appropriate option to fill in each blank. (a) a lot of (b) more
Unemployment arises from a variety of _____(1). One (c) many (d) fewer
which is always recurring and the effects of which we SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I)
have had a recent example, is the disorganisation of Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'fewer'
industry resulting from a long war; this is a serious (comparative adjective) will be used because according
_____ (2) admitting of no easy_____ (3) at the best of to the sense of this sentence double comparative is used
times. Again there is the unemployment which to show a cause and effect of unemployment.
followed a marked diminution in the _____ (4) of any Other options give different meanings.
raw product, such as cotton; fewer hands are Comprehension :
required in the mills and the factories. We may call In the following passage, some words have been
this cause of bad harvests. Similar, but more serious deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
is the effect of changes in industry due to the the most appropriate option to fill in each
invention of machinery which does more work and blank.
require _____ (5) hands. Yet another cause is strike Tea price in the domestic market continue to rule
or lockout and this is more to be deplored because high in the (1) ___ year despite the expectation of
such a stoppage is due to a very trivial matter, a higher production as compared to the previous
perhaps the men are working half an hour longer year. According to a preliminary assessment (2)
____ on the weather (3) ____ in recent months,
than what their Union permits.
tea output in the next year may reach to 800
150. Select the most appropriate option to fill in tonnes as (4) ____ 780 tonnes last year. During
blank number 1. the past three months, tea prices have shown an
(a) causes (b) types (5) ___. Unlike last year, when tea prices were
(c) things (d) thoughts dramatically low, this year, prices seem to have
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I) stabilised at rather high levels.
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'causes' will be 155. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
used because here talking about the reason of blank number 1.
unemployment, Other option give different meaning. (a) second (b) current
(c) first (d) last
151. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
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blank number 2.
Ans. (b) : In the provided blank option (b) current – (or
(a) nature (b) difference
the present time; happening now. is apposite to be
(c) problem (d) discussion
filled. As the passage discuss the anticipation of higher
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 02/08/2023 (Shift-I) production of tea in comparison with last year, yet the
Ans. (c) : According to the sense of the above passage price of tea has been high this year. mainly passage
in blank space (2) 'problem' would be appropriate. points out the irony and anomaly of prices of tea being
Other options give different meanings. high, be spite hoping for a higher production.
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156. Select the most appropriate to fill in blank to the girl. He is very tired after a long day of
number 2. work, and he just wants to get to his home as
(a) based (b) carried quickly as (4)_________ so that he can be with
(c) shared (d) flown his family. But he cannot just leave this little
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) girl alone. He cannot see her (5)_________
Ans. (a) : option (a) based will be used in the given anywhere. The little girl is no older than his
blank as 'based on' is a phrasal verb which means 'to use own little daughter.
an idea a fact or a situation as the point from which 160. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
something can be developed. hence option (a) is correct blank number 1.
to be used in the given blank. (a) sole (b) alone
157. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) just (d) unique
blank number 3. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) forecast (b) outbreak Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above passage
(c) condition (d) pattern in blank space (1) 'alone' would be appropriate.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) Other options give different meanings.
Ans. (a) : According to the structure and sense of the Thus, the correct option is (b).
passage, option (a) forecast – (To say what will
probably happen in the future. weather forecast comes 161. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
under 'noun + noun' collocation pattern. Therefore blank number 2.
option (a) happens to be correct. (a) above (b) on
158. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) henceforth (d) around
blank number 4. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
(a) compared (b) about Ans. (d) : For the above passage in blank space (2)
(c) above (d) against 'around' would be appropriate because here the sense of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) this sentence is 'all the busy travellers rush around her.'
Ans. (d) : option (d) Against (Preposition) would be Other options give different meanings.
used in the given blank. Because 'as against something'
162. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
is an idiom which means 'in contrast with something'
blank number 3.
Ex – Congress got 26 percent of the vote as against 33
(a) inflict (b) notice
percent at the last election.
Therefore for comparing tea output in tonner in (c) detect (d) neglect
respective years (last of current year) against will be SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
appropriate to be used. Ans. (b) : For the above passage in blank space (3)
159. Select the most appropriate to fill in blank 'notice' would be appropriate, according to the sense of
number 5. this sentence.
(a) uptrend (b) decline Other options give different meanings.
(c) upgrade (d) incline 163. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 14/08/2023 (Shift-IV) blank number 4.
Ans. (a) : In the given blank option (a) uptrend – (An (a) potential (b) possible
upward tendency , especially a rise in economic value) (c) believable (d) credible
is to be used as it is describing current year situation, SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
where pieces appears to have touched a higher level on
Ans. (b) : For the above passage in blank space (4)
par with prices of last year. hence option (a) happens to
be correct. 'possible' would be appropriate because 'as quickly as
possible so' gave the appropriate meaning for this
Comprehension:
sentence.
In the following passage, some words have been
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select Other options give different meanings.
the most appropriate option to fill in each 164. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank. blank number 5.
In a busy bus station, there is a little girl sitting (a) self (b) friends
all (1)______ on a bench. She stares at the floor (c) relatives (d) parents
as all the busy travellers rush (2)_______ her. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 04/08/2023 (Shift-III)
Some of the people are in such a big hurry that
they do not (3)_______ her. Other people look Ans. (d) : For the above passage in blank space (5)
at her, but continue running to where they 'parents' would be appropriate other options give
need to go. After some time, a man stops next different meanings. hence, the correct option is (d).
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Comprehension: Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'weighs' will
In the following passage some of the words be used because it gives appropriate meaning according
have been deleted. Read the passage carefully to sense of the passage. Other options give different
and select the correct answer for the given meaning.
blank out of the four alternatives. Comprehension:
According to the Integrated Taxonomic In the following passage some of the words have
Information System (ITIS) there are more than been deleted. Read the passage carefully and
60 select the correct answer for the given blank out
(1)______ of rat, which means they come in all of the four alternatives.
sizes. They are (2)_____ 5 inches (12
Improving your well being is considered to be the
centimeters), or longer, according to fundamental (1) ............. of travelling. Travelling
Encyclopedia Britannica. The largest species is
helps to decrease the risks of heart disease and
the Bosavi woolly rat, which was (3)_____ in
anxiety (2) .............. developing our brain health.
2009 in the rainforest of Papua New Guinea
(and doesn't have a scientific name yet). It is There have been studies proving that travel can
(4)______ the size of a cat — 32.2 inches (82 have a positive impact on our heart (3) ...............
cm) from nose to tail and (5)______ around 3.3 The health benefit of travelling is that when you
lbs. (1.5 kilograms), according to CNN. travel to new surroundings you (4) ............. a
SubQuestion No : 165-169 restart button to your body and mind. This brings in
fresh energy when you get back to your normal (5)
165. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 1. .............. activities.
(a) entities (b) sections 170. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) species (d) objects blank number 1.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) (a) rancidity (b) sanctity
(c) sanity (d) benefit
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'species' will be
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
options give different meaning. Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1), option (d)
166. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 'benefit' will be used. Other options are not correct.
blank number 2. 171. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) modestly (b) manually blank number 2.
(c) typically (d) surgically (a) as (b) because
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) (c) so (d) while
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'Typically' will SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
be used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2), option (d)
options give different meaning. while will be used because While + Ving is used.
167. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 172. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 3. blank number 3.
(a) discovered (b) invented (a) health (b) bloom
(c) denuded (d) screened (c) pace (d) being
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'discovered' Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'health' will be
will be used because it gives appropriate meaning. used because it gives suitable meaning.
Other options give different meaning.
173. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
168. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4.
blank number 4.
(a) press (b) heap
(a) a lot (b) of
(c) about (d) some (c) usurp (d) snatch
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'about' will be Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'press' will be
used because it gives appropriate meaning. about is used. Other options are not correct.
used for showing that you are questioning at an amount 174. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
or number. blank number 5.
169. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) regular (b) sedentary
blank number 5. (c) arbitrate (d) moderate
(a) evaluates (b) weighs SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
(c) counts (d) measures Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'regular' will be
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/03/2023 (Shift-IV) used. Other options are not correct.
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Comprehension: Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'Earth' will be
In the following passage, some words have been used because it gives appropriate meaning according to
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the the passage. Other options give different meaning.
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate Comprehension:
option for each blank.
In the following passage, some words have been
Data 1. ................ the Pioneer spacecraft of NASA
deleted. Fill in the banks with the help of the
apparently prove the theory that the high surface
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
temperature of Venus is 2. ............... to an
atmospheric greenhouse effect caused mainly by a option for each blank.
blanket of carbon dioxide. Such a greenhouse 3. The Games were held every four years from 1924
............... is created when energy in the form of until 1936, after which they were 1. ............. by
sunlight easily passes through a planet's World War II. The Olympics 2. .............. in 1948
atmosphere, warms its 4. ............... and is converted and was 3. ................. held every four years. Until
to heat radiation that is then held in by the 1992, the Winter and Summer Olympic Games
atmosphere from top to bottom. Venus has a were held in the same years, but in accordance with
relatively thin atmosphere like the Earth's, but a 1986 4. .............. by the International Olympic
Venus' atmosphere consists of more than ninety Committee (IOC) to place the Summer and Winter
percent carbon dioxide, compared to less than four Games on 5. ................ four-year cycles in
percent in that of the 5. ................ alternating even-numbered years, the next Winter
175. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Olympics after 1992 was in 1994.
blank no. 1. 181. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(a) on (b) across blank no. 1.
(c) from (d) through (a) complicated (b) interrupted
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) (c) corrupted (d) solicited
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) from will be SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
used because it gives suitable meaning. Other options Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'Interrupted'
give different meaning. will be used because it gives appropriate meaning.
176. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Other options give different meaning.
blank no. 2. Complicated- Complex
(a) due (b) understood Corrupted- Useless
(c) because (d) cause
182. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) blank no. 2.
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'due' will be (a) resumed (b) accustomed
used because preposition 'to' is used after due. Other
(c) confirmed (d) transformed
options give different meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
177. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank no. 3. Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'resumed' will
(a) affect (b) displacement be used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
option give different meaning.
(c) contour (d) effect
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) 183. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank no. 3.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'effect' will be
used because here need a noun (effect) not a verb (a) regain (b) bargained
(affect). Other options give different meaning. (c) again (d) never
179. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
blank no. 4. Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'again' will be
(a) surface (b) walls used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
(c) atmosphere (d) core options give different meaning.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) 184. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'Surface' will blank no. 4.
be used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other (a) precision (b) incision
options give different meaning. (c) decision (d) indecision
180. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III)
blank no. 5. Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'Decision' will
(a) Pluto (b) Mars be used because it gives appropriate meaning according
(c) Earth (d) Mercury to sense of the passage. Other options give different
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 17/03/2023 (Shift-III) meaning.
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185. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) "Backed up"
blank no. 5. will be used because it gives appropriate meaning.
(a) customary (b) matching Other options give different meaning.
(c) together (d) separate 190. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/03/2023 (Shift-III) blank number 5.
(a) if (b) and
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'separate' will
(c) or (d) so
be used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III)
options give different meaning.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'or' will be used
Comprehension: because it gives appropriate meaning. Other options
In the following passage some of the words have give different meaning.
been deleted. Read the passage carefully and Comprehension:
select the correct answer for the given blank out In the following passage some of the words have
of the four alternatives. been deleted. Read the passage carefully and
People may seek fashion as part of (1) ......... they select the correct answer for the given blank out
are may want to be a fashion lover, which may lead of the four alternatives.
them to spend more time (2) ........ out the latest I have always been at journaling. All my childhood
fashion trends and more money than others on diaries include major gaps: In one (1) ................, I
fashion products. We all know the good feeling that am, 8, visiting my aunt. In the very (2) ..............., I
goes (3) ........... walking out of a store with a new have experienced puberty and have a crush on
shade of lipstick or after ordering a killer pair of Mohit, the kid (3) ........... sits behind me in biology.
boots online. They call it retail therapy for a reason Today, my journal and I are something like
and more than one scientific study has ........... (4) estrange acquaintances, who check in every now
and then just to keep in (4) .............., without really
and its effectiveness. Shopping takes time and understanding why. Yep, we say to each other in
concentration, whether it is being done online (5) passing, everything's good. Hope all is (5) ............
........... in your favourite store. with you!
186. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 191. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 1. blank number 1.
(a) which (b) whom (a) entry (b) section
(c) whose (d) who (c) passing (d) terms
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'Who' will be Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) "entry" will be
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
used because Relative Pronoun (Who) is use for living
options give different meaning.
things (People). Other option give different meaning.
Section – Part
187. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Passing – Death/Path
blank number 2. Terms – Precondition
(a) freaking (b) seeking 192. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) doing (d) making blank number 2.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) (a) next (b) former
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'Seeking' will (c) earlier (d) over
be used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
options give different meaning. Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'next' will be
188. Select the most appropriate option to fill in used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
blank number 3. options give different meaning.
(a) off in (b) within 193. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 3.
(c) up in (d) along with
(a) who (b) whose
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) (c) whom (d) which
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) "along with" SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV)
will be used because it gives appropriate meaning. Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) who will be
Other options give different meaning. used because Relative Pronoun "who" is used for
189. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (Living things) 'The kid'. Other options give different
blank number 4. meaning.
(a) held back (b) summed up Whom – Relative pronoun (objective case)
(c) backed up (d) sold on which – Relative Pronoun (non - living thins)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 10/03/2023 (Shift-III) whose – Possessive adjective.

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194. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 198. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4. blank No. 3
(a) taste (b) vision (a) related (b) concerned
(c) glory (d) touch (c) connected (d) involved
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) "touch" will be Ans. (d) : for the above blank space (3) of the passage,
used because it gives suitable meaning. Other options involved will be used. Other options are not correct.
give different meaning. 199. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Vision – View blank No. 4
Taste – Relish (a) redeemed (b) revoked
Glory – Dignity (c) reclaimed (d) recovered
195. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
blank number 5. Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) of the passage,
(a) well (b) mild 'recovered' will be used. Other options are not correct.
(c) virtuous (d) bling 200. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 09/03/2023 (Shift-IV) blank No. 5
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'well' will be (a) opportunities (b) potential
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other (c) affairs (d) circumstances
options give different meaning. SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II
mild –Gentle, Soft Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) of the passage,
virtuous – Religious 'circumstances' will be used. Other options are not
Bling – Flashy correct.
Comprehension : Comprehension:
In the given passage some words have been deleted. In the following passage some words have been
Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
given. Select the most appropriate option for each alternative given. Select the most appropriate option
number. for each blank.
Over the past year, Dr Hemmings has been The locusts is a insect that belongs to the family of
conducting research on the big cat phenomenon and grasshoppers. These insects are essentially harmless
has already 1.________the remains of some wild (1) ............ they meet certain circumstances under
animals that may have been eaten by 2._______ far which they (2) .............. more abundant and change
larger than any of the country’s known carnivores. their behaviour. India, Pakistan and Iran (3) ..........
The project has 3._________an analysis of twenty currently thinking over the locust plague threat (4)
skeletal animal remains 4.________ from across ........... over their economies. When these locusts meet
Gloucestershire and other nearby counties. The bones (5) ........... environmental conditions, they become
were selected because the 5.___________ of their gregarious and (6) .............. breeding abundantly.
death led people to believe that these animals may With their population becoming (7) .........., they form
have been killed by a big cat. swarms and keep moving (8) ........... areas damaging
the crops. These swarms attacking (9) .............. and
196. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
thereby devastating the entire agricultural economy
blank No.1
is (10) ............. is commonly referred to as locust
(a) decided (b) invented plague.
(c) settled (d) identified 201. Select the most appropriate option for blank
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II no. 1.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) of the passage, (a) although (b) when
'identified' will be used, other options are not correct. (c) after (d) unless
197. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
blank No. 2 Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) of the passage,
(a) creatures (b) mortals 'unless' will be used. Other options are not correct.
(c) individuals (d) people 202. Select the most appropriate option for blank
SSC CGL (Tier-II) 08.08.2022 Shift-II no. 2.
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) of the passage, (a) become (b) have become
'creatures' gives suitable meaning other options are not (c) are becoming (d) became
correct. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
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Ans. (a) : for the above blank space (2) of the passage. 210. Select the most appropriate option for blank
'become' will be used because sentence is in present no. 10.
indefinite tense. (a) whom (b) who
203. Select the most appropriate option for blank (c) whose (d) what
no. 3. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II
(a) are (b) were Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (10), 'what' will be
(c) was (d) is used. Other options are not correct.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II Comprehension:
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) of the passage, In the following passage some words have been
'are' will be used because plural verb is used for plural deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option
'noun/pronoun'.
for each blank.
204. Select the most appropriate option for blank Polio was once a disease feared worldwide, striking
no. 4. suddenly and paralysing mainly children (1) ...........
(a) remaining (b) lingering life. WHO is a partner in the Global Polio
(c) staying (d) leaving Eradication Initiative, the (2) ........... private-public
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II partnership for health, which has (3) .......... polio by
Ans. (b) For the above blank space (4) of the passage, 99%. Polio now survives (4) ......... among the world's
three poorest and (5) ............ marganalised
'lingering' will be used. Other options are not correct.
communities, where it stalks the most (6) ..........
205. Select the most appropriate option for blank children. These are–Afghanistan, Nigeria and
no. 5. Pakistan. (7) ........... poliovirus transmission is
(a) suiting (b) suitably interrupted in these countries, all (8) ............ remain
(c) suitable (d) suited at risk of importation of polio, (9) ......... vulnerable
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II countries with weak public health and immunisation
services. WHO's goal is (10) ........... every last child
Ans. (c) :For the above blank space (5) of the passage,
with polio vaccine and ensure a polio-free world for
'suitable' will be used. other options are not correct. future generations.
206. Select the most appropriate option for blank 211. Select the most appropriate option for blank
no. 6. no. 1.
(a) start (b) create (a) with (b) for
(c) launch (d) set up (c) about (d) in
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (6) of the passage, Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1), ' for will be
'start' will be used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
207. Select the most appropriate option for blank 212. Select the most appropriate option for blank
no. 7. no. 2.
(a) most dense (b) densest (a) most large (b) more large
(c) much dense (d) denser (c) larger (d) largest
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (7), 'denser' will be Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) of the passage,
used. Other options are not correct. 'largest' will be used because superlative degree is used
208. Select the most appropriate option for blank before article 'the'.
no. 8. 213. Select the most appropriate option for blank
(a) against (b) about no. 3.
(c) across (d) around (a) reducing (b) reduced
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II (c) reduction (d) reduce
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (8), 'across' will be SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
used. Other options ar not correct. Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) of the passage,
209. Select the most appropriate option for blank 'reduced' will be used because the sentence is in Present
no. 9. Perfect tense.
(a) seeds (b) grains 214. Select the most appropriate option for blank
(c) flowers (d) crops no. 4.
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-II (a) alone (b) only
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (9), ' crops' , will (c) singly (d) rarely
be used. Other options are not correct. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) of the passage, 221. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
'only' will be used. Other options are not correct. blank number 1.
215. Select the most appropriate option for blank (a) eroded (b) wiped
no. 5. (c) decoded (d) dried
(a) a lot (b) most SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
(c) more (d) much Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1), 'eroded' will be
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) of the passage, 222. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
'most' will be used. Other options are not correct. blank number 2.
216. Select the most appropriate option for blank (a) heavy (b) scanty
no. 6. (c) less (d) empty
(a) weak (b) vulnerable
(c) pathetic (d) risky SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I Ans. (a) : For the above blank space, (2), ' heavy' will
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (6) of the passage, be used. Other options are not correct.
'vulnerable' will be used. Other options are not correct. 223. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
217. Select the most appropriate option for blank blank number 3.
no. 7. (a) neat (b) tiny
(a) Until (b) While (c) small (d) humongous
(c) When (d) If SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I Ans. (d) : For the above blank space, (3) 'humongous'
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (7), 'until' will be will be used. Other options are not correct.
used. Other options are not correct.
224. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
218. Select the most appropriate option for blank blank number 4.
no. 8.
(a) states (b) countries (a) length (b) height
(c) towns (d) villages (c) width (d) weight
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (8) 'countries' will Ans. (b) : For the above blank space, (4), 'height' will
be used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
219. Select the most appropriate option for blank 225. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
no. 9. blank number 5.
(a) in principle (b) at particular (a) valley's (b) mountain
(c) immediately (d) especially (c) valley (d) shelf's
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I SSC CHSL 30.05.2022 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (9) 'especially' will
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5), 'valley's ' will
be used. Other options are not correct.
be used. Other options are not correct.
220. Select the most appropriate option for blank
no. 10. Comprehension:
(a) reached (b) to reach In the following passage, some words have been
(c) to reaching (d) reach deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D) 15.11.2021 Shift-I the most appropriate option to fill in each
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (10) 'to reach' will blank.
be used, because 'to + V1 is used as infinitive. Other Competition is a necessary prospect for
options are not correct. (1)______________ individuals with particular
Comprehension: qualities, but only those who can (2)__________
In the following passage, some words have been their minds to work, work hard every day, and
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select prove themselves will be able to
the most appropriate option to fill in each (3)_____________ this arduous battle. It's a
blank. neverending race to the finish line, and only
Most of the valley had been (1)_________ over those who put in the effort and dedication will
the ages by the river waters, (2)_________ make it to the end. The outcome of any exam
rainfall, and fierce winds. All except for one does not (4)__________ on the last day, during
giant monolith, a (3)_________ tower-like your paper — your success is ensured with
mountain of a single rock. It stood at a proud every morning that you put in work. Students
(4)_________ of eight hundred and fifty metres must be aware of the tough environment they
from the valley floor, towering well above the are entering and prepare (5)______________ in
(5)_________ shoulders. order to improve their chances.
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226. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1), 'massive' will
blank number 1. be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) distinguishing (b) distinguish 232. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) distinguished (d) distinguishes blank number 2.
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III (a) elegance (b) vengeance
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1), 'distinguishing' (c) masculinity (d) harshness
will be used. Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
227. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'elegance' will
blank number 2. be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) divert (b) get 233. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) put (d) made blank number 3.
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III (a) circular (b) vertical
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'put' will be (c) peculiar (d) perpendicular
used. Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
228. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3), 'circular' will
blank number 3. be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) overload (b) overjoyed 234. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) overpaid (d) overcome blank number 4.
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III (a) conical (b) crossed
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'overcome' will (c) equals (d) unequal
be used. Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
229. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'equals' will be
blank number 4. used. Other options are not correct.
(a) arrive (b) awake 235. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) abase (d) arise blank number 5.
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III (a) expression (b) depression
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'arrive' will be (c) inspiration (d) running
used. Other optins are not correct. SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III
230. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'expression'
blank number 5. will be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) accordingly (b) exponentially Comprehension:
(c) consequently (d) reluctantly In the following passage, some words have been
SSC CHSL 24.05.2022 Shift-III deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'accordingly' most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
will be used. Other options are not correct. Psychologists discovered that there are two routes (1)
Comprehension: ___________ achievement: conformity and
In the following passage, some words have been originality. Conformity means following the crowd (2)
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select __________ conventional paths and (3) ___________
the most appropriate option to fill in each the status quo. Originality is taking the road (4)
blank. __________ travelled, championing a set of novel
ideas that go against the grain but (5) __________
The Hall of Dharma was in a circular building,
making things better.
built of stone and mortar, with a (1)________
dome. The delicate (2)________of the dome was 236. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
believed to represent the feminine while the blank number 1.
typical temple spire represented the masculine. (a) off (b) against
The hall was also (3)________ All rishis sat as (c) on (d) to
(4)________ without a moderating ‘head’, SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
debating issues openly and without fear, Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1), 'to' preposition
freedom of (5)________at its zenith. will be used. Other options are not correct.
231. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 237. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 1. blank number 2.
(a) massive (b) passive (a) at (b) down
(c) conclusive (d) intrusive (c) beside (d) since
SSC CHSL 31.05.2022 Shift-III SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space, (2) 'down' will be Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'pattern' will be
used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
238. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 244. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 3. blank number 4.
(a) serving (b) building (a) superficial (b) unintentional
(c) supplying (d) maintaining (c) common (d) actual
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'maintaining' Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'actual' will be
will be used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
239. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 245. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4.
blank number 5.
(a) less (b) far
(a) against (b) different
(c) quietly (d) frequently
(c) parallel (d) similar
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'lees' will be
used. Other options are not correct. Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'different' will
be used. Other options are not correct.
240. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 5. Comprehension:
(a) superficially (b) disinterestedly In the following passage, some words have been
(c) advertently (d) ultimately deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
SSC CHSL 25.05.2022 Shift-I the most appropriate option to fill in each
blank.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space, (5) 'ultimately'
will be used. Other options are not correct. In April 1945, during the Conference to set up
the United Nations (UN) held in San Francisco,
Comprehension: representatives of Brazil and China proposed
In the following passage, some words have been that an international health organization be (1)
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select ______ and a conference to frame its
the most appropriate option to fill in each constitution convened. On 15 February 1946,
blank. the Economic and Social Council of the UN
personification gives (1) ________ qualities to instructed the Secretary-General to
non-living things or ideas. Imagery is a (2)___________ such a conference. A Technical
language used by poets, novelists and other
Preparatory Committee met in Paris from 18
writers to create images in the mind of the (2)
March to 5 April 1946 and (3)___________
_______. Rhyme scheme is the (3) ___________
proposals for the Constitution which were
that is created at the end of the lines of poetry.
Irony is defined as when (4) _________ presented to the International Health
meaning is completely (5) __________ from the Conference in New York City (4) _______ 19
literal meaning. June and 22 July 1946. On the basis of these
241. Select the most appropriate option to fill in proposals, the Conference drafted and
blank number 1. (5)___________ the Constitution of the World
Health Organization, signed 22 July 1946 by
(a) human (b) divine
representatives of 51 Members of the UN and
(c) supernatural (d) animal
of 10 other nations.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I
246. Select the most appropriate option to fill blank
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1), 'human' will be 1.
used. Other options are not correct.
(a) established (b) establishes
242. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) establishing (d) establish
blank number 2.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
(a) humans (b) actors
(c) speakers (d) readers Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'established'
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I will be used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'readers' will be 247. Select the most appropriate option to fill blank
used. Other options are not correct. 2.
243. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) disperse (b) convene
blank number 3. (c) collect (d) sit
(a) visual (b) word SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III
(c) pattern (d) idea Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'convene' will
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-I be used. Other options are not correct.
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248. Select the most appropriate option to fill blank Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'Endeavour'
3. will be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) drew off (b) drew away 254. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) drew up (d) drew down blank No. 4.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III (a) Physically (b) Socially
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'drew up' will (c) Economically (d) Ecologically
be used. Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
249. Select the most appropriate option to fill blank Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'Ecologically'
4. will be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) from (b) while 255. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) between (d) among blank No. 5.
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III (a) calculation (b) method
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'between' will (c) concentration (d) problem
be used, because 'between' is used for two people or SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II
things. Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'concentration'
250. Select the most appropriate option to fill blank will be used. Other options are not correct.
5. Comprehension:
(a) adopted (b) adapted In the following passage, some words have been
(c) revoked (d) maintained deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
SSC CHSL 27.05.2022 Shift-III the most appropriate option to fill in each
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'adopted' will blank.
be used, because it gives suitable meaning for the Many forests are cleared to (1) ______ way for
sentence. palm oil plantations. Palm oil is the most (2)
Comprehension: _____ produced vegetable oil and is found in
In the following passage, some words have been half of all supermarket products. It's cheap,
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the versatile and can be added to (3) _______ food
options given. Select the most appropriate and personal products like lipsticks and
option for each blank. shampoo. (4) ________ popularity has (5)
______ people to clear tropical forests to grow
Tree plantation is the (1)______ of
more palm trees.
transplanting saplings or seeds to maximise the
amount of greenery and focus on promoting 256. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(2)______. Planting trees can be a very blank number 1.
rewarding and fruitful (3)______! Not only is it (a) made (b) take
(4)______ beneficial for this planet, but it also (c) make (d) give
contributes to helping create an SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
environmentally friendly place to live, as trees Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'make' will be
help reduce pollutant (5)______. used. Other options are not correct.
251. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 257. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No.1. blank number 2.
(a) Aspect (b) Mechanism (a) commonly (b) casually
(c) Process (d) Tool (c) lovingly (d) usually
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'process' will Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'commonly'
be used. Other options are not correct. will be used. Other options are not correct.
252. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 258. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No.2. blank number 3.
(a) land reservation (b) afforestation (a) both (b) each
(c) deforestation (d) vegetation (c) one (d) between
SSC CHSL 26.05.2022 Shift-II SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'afforestation' Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'both' will be
will be used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
253. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 259. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No.3. blank number 4.
(a) Order (b) Labour (a) Our (b) Its
(c) plan (d) Endeavour (c) It's (d) Their
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Ans. (b): For the above blank space (4) 'its' will be Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'Such' will be
used, because possessive adjective 'its' will be used. used. Other options are not correct.
260. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Comprehension:
blank number 5. In the following passage, some words have been
(a) baffled (b) delighted deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(c) curated (d) prompted the most appropriate option to fill in each
SSC MTS-18/07/2022 Shift-I blank.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'prompted' will Birbal immediately smiled and went up to
be used. Other options are not correct. Akbar. He announced the (1) ____; he said
Comprehension : there were twenty-one thousand, five hundred
In the following passage, some words have been and twenty-three crows (2) ____ the city. When
deleted. Road the passage carefully and select asked how he (3) ____ the answer, birbal
the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. replied, “Ask your men to (4) ____ the number
A banker taped a picture, drawn by one of his of crows. If there are more, then the relatives of
small children, to his office wall. When he 1. the crows must be visiting them from (5) ____
_____ at work the next morning, he found the cities. If there are fewer, then the crows from
2.______ was covered by a 3.________notice, our city must be visiting their relatives who live
saying he was in 4. _______ of company policy outside the city.”
which required personal items to be put away at 266. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
night. 5. ______ a reaction was not just petty, it blank number 1.
risked demotivating the banker completely. In (a) question (b) response
short, it defied common sense.
(c) answer (d) rejoinder
261. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank
no. 1. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
(a)Arrived (b) Turned Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'answer' will
(c)Reached (d) Achieved be used. Other options are not correct.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III 267. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'arrived' will be blank number 2.
used. Other options are not correct. (a) in (b) on
262. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank (c) at (d) off
no. 2.
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(a) Child (b) Tape
(c) Picture (d) Office Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'in' will be
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank spce (2) 'Picture' will be 268. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
used. Other options are not correct. blank number 3.
263. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank (a) Know (b) Knew
no. 3. (c) Knowing (d) Known
(a) Large (b) Considerable SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
(c) Substantial (d) Generous
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'Knew' will be
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used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3), 'large' will be
used. Other options are not correct. 269. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4.
264. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank
no. 4. (a) calculate (b) judge
(a)Violation (b) Damage (c) count (d) consider
(c)Interruption (d) Disruption SSC CGL (Tier-I) 21/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 19/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'count' will be
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) ' Violation' will used. Other options are not correct.
be used. Other options are not correct.
270. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
265. Select the most appropriate optoin to fill in blank blank number 5.
no. 5.
(a) Such (b) That (a) nearby (b) close
(c) This (d) Which (c) near (d) vicinity
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'nearby' will be Comprehension:
used. Other options are not correct. In the following passage, some words have been
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the
Comprehension:
most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
In the following passage, some words have been
The camel and the fox were very good friends
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
and very good thieves. One day, the two friends
the most appropriate option to fill in each (1) ______ to cross the river so that they could
blank. travel to a (2) ______ farm to steal food. The
For an average Indian, driving in any of the small fox (3) ______ swim, so the camel said to
major Indian cities is equivalent to (1) ____ a his friend, ‘Climb (4) ______ onto my back and
daily war. The everyday struggle of (2) ____ I will swim across the (5) ______.’
traffic, pollution and rash drivers is (3) ____ 276. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
biggest cause of chronic stress and other (4) blank number 1.
_____ problems. On an average a person (a) will decide (b) are decide
spends (5) _____ between thirty minutes to two (c) decided (d) deciding
hours of their day driving. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
271. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (c) : According to the passage, the most
blank no. 1. appropriate word for the given blank space (1) is
(a) raising (b) making ‘decided’ (V2) because the sense of this sentence is in
(c) rushing (d) waging past indefinite tense.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1), 'waging' will 277. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
be used. Other options are not correct. blank number 2.
(a) nearly (b) nearby
272. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) nearest (d) near
blank no. 2.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
(a) boarding (b) stopping
Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the most
(c) lodging (d) dodging appropriate word for the given blank space (2) is
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III ‘nearby’.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'dodging' will Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
be used. Other options are not correct. 278. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
273. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
blank no. 3. (a) ought to (b) may not
(a) an (b) the (c) might (d) could not
(c) one (d) a SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most
appropriate word for the given blank space (3) is
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'the' will be
‘could not’ because the model verb 'could' is used to
used, because definite article 'the' is used before talk about past ability or capacity.
superlative degree. Thus, the correct option is (d).
274. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 279. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. blank number 4.
(a) ecological (b) spiritual (a) over (b) above
(c) psychological (d) societal (c) across (d) up
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'Psychological' Ans. (d) : According to the passage, the most
will be used. Other options are not correct. appropriate word for the given blank space (4) is ‘up’.
because ‘Climb up’ means ‘to go up something towards
275. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
the top.’
blank no. 5.
Thus, the correct option is (d).
(a) nowhere (b) everywhere
280. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) anywhere (d) elsewhere blank number 5.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 20/04/2022 Shift-III (a) ocean (b) river
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'anywhere' will (c) sea (d) lake
be used. Other options are not correct. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 18/04/2022 Shift-I
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Ans. (b) : According to the passage, the most suitable have been (1) ______ on selected roads. The scheme
word for the given blank space (5) is ‘river’. Other has now been in (2) ______ for a year
options are different in meaning. and has been hailed as a (3) ______ success. Since the
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). new speed limits were (4) ______,
Comprehension: the number of accidents in the area have fallen (5)
In the following passage, some words have been ______.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the 286. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
most appropriate option of fill in each blank. blank no.1
There is always something so fascinating about trains (a) reduced (b) scaled
and journeys. There (1)……….. certain symbols and (c) lessened (d) shortened
signages inside and outside of the train. The SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
(2)……….. of most of them might not be known to Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) of the passage,
everyone. (3)……….. you are frequent traveller or 'reduced' will be used. Other options are not
not, you may have (4)………… the letter X or a cross correct.
mark on the back of the last (5)……….. of the train. 287. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
281. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no.2.
blank number 1. (a) operation (b) activity
(a) are (b) were (c) process (d) agency
(c) will be (d) had been SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (a) :For the above blank space (2) of the passage,
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'are' will be used. 'operation' will be used. Other options are not correct.
Because sentence will be in present indefinite tense. 288. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
282. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no.3.
blank number 2. (a) great (b) more greater
(a) meanings (b) senses (c) greatest (d) greater
(c) worth (d) charge SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (a) For the above blank space (3) of the passage,
Ans. (a) :For the above blank space (2)of the passage, 'great' will be used. Other options are not correct.
'meanings' will be used. Other options are not correct. 289. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
283. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no.4.
blank number 3. (a) dictated (b) enforced
(a) whether (b) Whichever (c) exacted (d) compelled
(c) However (d) Whatever SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III Ans. (b) :For the above blank space (4) of the passage,
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) of the passage, 'enforced' will be used. Other options are not correct.
'whether' will be used. Other options are not correct. 290. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
284. Select the most appropriate option of fill in blank no.5.
bank number 4. (a) extremely (b) drastically
(a) recognised (b) known (c) desperately (d) terribly
(c) distinguished (d) noticed SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-III
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'drastically'
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) of the passage, will be used. Other options are not correct.
'noticed' will be used. Other options are not correct.
Comprehension:
285. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 5. In the following passage, some words have been
(a) booth (b) coach deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(c) rail (d) bus the most appropriate option to fill in each
blank.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-III
The greedy man rushed home to tell his wife
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5), 'Coach' will be
and daughter about his wish, all the (1)_____
used. Other options are not correct. touching the objects in his path and watching
Comprehension: (2)_____convert into gold. Once he got home,
In the following passage, some words have been his daughter (3) _______ to greet him. As soon
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the as he bent (4) _____ to scoop her up in his
most appropriate option to fill in each blank. arms, she turned into a golden statue. He was
New cycle routes have been built in and around the (5) ______ and started crying and trying to
centre of Birmingham and speed limits bring his daughter back to life.
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291. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'population'
blank number 1. will be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) interval (b) wayside 297. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) while (d) bit blank no.2.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II (a) unwarranted (b) illegitimate
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'while' will be (c) unconstitutional (d) illegal
used. Other options are not correct. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
292. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'illegal' will be
blank number 2. used. Other options are not correct.
(a) them (b) their 298. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) there (d) those blank no. 3.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II (a) confiscation (b) encroachment
(c) intervention (d) trespass
Ans. (a) For the above blank space (2) 'Them' will be
used. Other options are not correct. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
293. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3)
blank number 3. 'encroachment' will be used. Other options are not
correct.
(a) rushed (b) has rushed
(c) was rush (d) rushing 299. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no.4.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II
(a) Nevertheless (b) Moreover
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'Rushed' will (c) However (d) Whereas
be used. Other options are not correct. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
294. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'moreover'
blank number 4. will be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) up (b) through 300. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) down (d) along blank no.5
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II (a) conducive (b) disturbing
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'Down' will be (c) detrimental (d) hurtful
used. Other options are not correct. SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-I
295. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'Conducive'
blank number 5. will be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) demolished (b) devastated Comprehension:
(c) destroyed (d) determined In the following passage, some words have been
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 13/04/2022 Shift-II deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'Devastated' the most appropriate option to fill in each
will be used. Other options are not correct. blank.
Comprehension: How should one read a story to a child?
In the following passage, some words have been Usually, a personality or character of the story
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select (1) ______ the child’s interest the most. (2)
the most appropriate option to fill in each ______, use different voices (3) ______ each
blank. character or act out various (4) ______ from
The rise in the Irrawaddy dolphin (1) ______ in the story, to bring life to those characters. (5)
Chilika can be attributed to the eviction of (2) ______ out parts from the story will make story
______ fish enclosures. After thousands of sessions fun and memorable for the kids.
hectares of Chilika lake were made (3) ______ 301. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
free, Irrawaddy dolphins found unobstructed blank number 1.
area for movement. (4) ______, due to the (a) catch (b) catches
COVID-19 lockdown last year, there were (c) caught (d) has caught
comparatively fewer tourist boats on Chilika SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III
lake, which made it (5) ______ for dolphins to Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'Catches' will
move from one part of the lake to another. be used. Other options are not correct.
296. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 302. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no.1. blank number 2.
(a) natives (b) inhabitants (a) Either (b) Also
(c) population (d) clan (c) So (d) However
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'so' will be Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3)of the passage,
used. Other options are not correct. 'Constantly' will be used. Other options are not correct.
303. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 309. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 3. blank number 4.
(a) with (b) for (a) long (b) lengthy
(c) from (d) by (c) longest (d) longer
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'for' will be Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) of the passage,
used. Other prepositions are not correct.
'longer' will be used. Other options are not correct.
304. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
310. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4.
(a) sheets (b) pages blank number 5.
(c) parts (d) words (a) fatal (b) poisonous
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III (c) mortal (d) toxic
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) of the pasage, SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I
'parts' will be used. Other options are not correct. Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) of the passage,
305. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 'Poisonous' will be used. Other options are not correct.
blank number 5. Comprehension:
(a) Telling (b) Acting In the following passage, some words have been
(c) Asking (d) Saying deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 11/04/2022 Shift-III the most appropriate option to fill in each
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) of the passage, blank.
'Acting' will be used. Other options are not correct. Anthony Abraham, a 34-year-old crane driver,
Comprehension: (1) ______ managed to get out of the way of
In the following passage, some words have been falling steel. Turning around, he could hardly
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select believe the (2) ______ scene that lay before
the most appropriate option to fill in each him. Girders were (3) ______ on top of the
blank. crane in a haphazard fashion, like gigantic pick
An old man lived in the village. He was one of up sticks. All he could see of the machine was
the (1) ______ unfortunate people in the world. its rear wheels and a section of what had been
The whole village was tired (2) ______ him; he the cab. Abraham (4) ______ to the cab.
was always gloomy, he (3) ______ shouting his friend George Burns' name. By
complained and was always in a bad mood. The then, three other iron workers had reached the
(4) ______ he lived, the more vile he was (5) ______ of the carnage. One of them yelled,
becoming and the more (5) ______ were his 'George, can you hear me over the din of the
words. diesel engine, a strained voice responded.
306. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 311. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 1. blank number 1.
(a) main (b) utmost (a) substantially (b) simultaneously
(c) most (d) maximum (c) barely (d) rarely
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) of the passage. Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) of the passage,
'most' will be used. Other options are not correct.
'barely' will be used. Other options are not correct.
307. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
312. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 2.
(a) at (b) by blank number 2.
(c) from (d) of (a) criminal (b) crooked
SSC CGL (Tier-I) 12/04/2022 Shift-I (c) pleasant (d) horrible
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) of the passage, SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I
'of' will be used, because 'of ' preposition is used with Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) of the passage,
tired. 'horrible' will be used. Other options are not correct.
308. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 313. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 3. blank number 3.
(a) mostly (b) cyclically (a) dived (b) piled
(c) commonly (d) constantly (c) duped (d) riled
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) of the passage, 319. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
'Piled' will be used. Other options are not correct. blank number 4.
314. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) curb (b) lure
blank number 4. (c) incite (d) promote
(a) shoved (b) raced SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
(c) halted (d) assisted Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) of the passage,
SSC MTS-15/07/2022 Shift-I 'curb' will be used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) of the passage, 320. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
'raced' will be used. Other options are not correct. blank number 5.
(a) acknowledgements (b) powers
315. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) efforts (d) struggles
blank number 5.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I
(a) sign (b) trace
(c) scene (d) sight Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5), 'efforts' will
be used. Other options are not correct.
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) of the passage, Comprehension:
'scene' will be used. Other options are not correct. In the following passage, some words have been
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
Comprehension: the most appropriate option to fill in each
In the following passage, some words have been blank.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select Can you (1) ______ a deaf woman writing
the most appropriate option to fill in each stories about a war? Well, Laura Redden
blank. Searing did this. Moreover, she went to foreign
The Government is taking seriously the (1) countries to write stories. She was very ill when
______ of road safety and is committed to she was 11 years old. Because of this, she lost
reducing the number of people killed in her (2) _______. She went to the Missouri
accidents. Forums are being conducted (2) Scholl for the Deaf. Laura was 19 years old
______ to bring law-makers, law enforcement when she went to work for a newspaper. She
officers and road users together to discuss ways wrote about people, places and art. In 1859,
to (3) ______ the rise in road accidents. most women were just wives and (3) ______.
Everyone agrees that more needs to be done on They did not work outside the home; otherwise,
road safety in its determination to (4)_____ the their husbands would be angry. Due to this
rate of road accidents in the country. The feeling, Laura used (4) ______ name when she
proper road culture in children, young adults wrote her stories. She called herself Howard
and the public in general. Glyndon. She thought that unless she used a
316. Select the most appropriate option of fill in masculine name, people would be (5) _____
blank number 1. since they not think that women should write
for newspapers.
(a) release (b) residue
321. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) issue (d) site
blank number 1.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I (a) malign (b) create
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) of the passage, (c) conjure (d) imagine
'issue' will be used. Other options are not correct. SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I
317. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1), 'imagine' will
blank number 2. be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) regularly (b) habitually 322. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) terminally (d) rarely blank number 2.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I (a) hearing (b) suffering
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) of the passage, (c) enduring (d) inspiring
'regularly' will be used. Other options are not correct. SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I
318. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'hearing' will
blank number 3. be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) confess (b) tackle 323. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) conduct (d) deal blank number 3.
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-I (a) artists (b) writers
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) of the passage, (c) mothers (d) teachers
'tackle' will be used. Other options are not correct. SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'Mothers' will Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) of the passage,
be used. Other options are not correct. 'Life' will be used. Other options are not correct.
324. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 328. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4. blank number 3.
(a) woman's (b) children's (a) complimentary (b) sanitary
(c) adult's (d) man's (c) sedentary (d) segmentary
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Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'man's' will be Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3), Sedentary will
used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
325. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 329. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 5. blank number 4.
(a) infantile (b) versatile (a) native (b) creative
(c) hostile (d) infertile (c) discriminative (d) exaggerative
SSC MTS-07/07/2022 Shift-I SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'hostile' will be Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'creative' will
used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
Comprehension: 330. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
In the following passage, some words have been blank number 5.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select (a) ornamented (b) pigmented
the most appropriate option to fill in each (c) supplemented (d) experimented
blank. SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III
A group of researchers has (1) ______ that Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5)
pleasure and positive states of mind are better 'supplemented' will be used. Other options are not
for our health. This new intellectual approach correct.
to health is not only more powerful, but also
Comprehension:
has no side effects. Central to this claim are
recent findings that even getting an education In the following passage, some words have been
may add as much as 10 years to your (2) deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
______. That is why National Geographic the most appropriate option to fill in each
featured John de Rosen in its book the blank.
Incredible Machine, which discussed old age. Mt. Mantap in North Korea has now been
De Rosen, an artist, continued to paint until the reported to have (1) ______ from its original
week he died at age 91. The book notes: "Some state after an underground nuclear test was
scientists believe that retirement to a (3) carried out under it at the Punggye-ri nuclear
_______ lifestyle initiates or aggravates medical test site on 3 September 2017. An international
problems, thus shortening life. According to a team of scientists (2) ______ a special satellite
study of retired people, adults over 65 can radar imaging called synthetic aperture radar
learn a (4) _______skill, like oil painting, as and seismic recordings to study the effects of
readily as younger students. "So retiring from the blast which (3) ______ a 5.2 magnitude
a job in a sense means retiring from life unless earthquake. The surface of the mountain was
(5) ______ by some other, preferably new pushed (4) ______ by almost 11 feet and then
activity. collapsed leaving the mountain about 20 inches
326. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (5)______.
blank number 1. 331. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) administrated (b) orchestrated blank number 1.
(c) defenestrated (d) demonstrated (a) relapsed (b) clasped
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-III (c) mapped (d) collapsed
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II
'demonstrated' will be used. Other options are not Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'collapsed'
correct. will be used. Other options are not correct.
327. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 332. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number. blank number 2.
(a) insurance (b) charisma (a) framed (b) used
(c) planet (d) Life (c) urged (d) deduced
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'used' will be 338. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
used. Other options are not correct. blank number 3.
333. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) is (b) were
blank number 3. (c) was (d) has
(a) altered (b) neglected SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
(c) caused (d) lost Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'were' will be
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II used. Because the subject is plural, hence plural helping
verb will be used.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'caused' will
be used. Other options are not correct. 339. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4.
334. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) had (b) did
blank number 4. (c) was (d) has
(a) wayward (b) confined SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
(c) aligned (d) outwards
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'had' will be
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II used. Because 'had' is used for possession in past tense.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'outwards' 340. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
will be used. Other options are not correct. blank number 5.
335. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) purify (b) inflame
blank number 5. (c) provoke (d) aggravate
(a) different (b) shorter SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
(c) proper (d) greater Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'aggravate'
SSC MTS-06/07/2022 Shift-II will be used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'Shorter' will Comprehension:
be used. Other options are not correct. In the following passage, some words have been
Comprehension: deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
In the following passage, some words have been the most appropriate option to fill in each
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select blank.
the most appropriate option to fill in each The Ministry of Defence has (1) _____ the
blank. formal Government Sanction Letter (2) _____
grant of permanent commission (PC) to women
Deforestation in tropical regions can (1)
officers in the Army. "In anticipation, the
_______ the way water vapour is produced
Army Permanent Commission Selection Board
over the canopy, (2) _____ caused reduced
for affected women officers. The Selection
rainfall. A 2019 study published in the journal Board will officers exercise their option and
Ecohydrology showed that parts of the Amazon complete (5) _____ documentation," the Army
rainforest that (3) ______ converted to said in a statement.
agricultural land (4) ______ higher soil and air 341. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
temperatures, which could (5)______ drought blank number 1.
conditions. (a) imbibed (b) accused
336. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) extracted (d) issued
blank number 1.
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
(a) hold (b) attack
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'issued' will be
(c) affect (d) effect
used. Other options are not correct.
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I
342. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) of the passage, blank number 2.
verb form 'affect' will be used. Other options are not (a) since (b) from
correct.
(c) for (d) to
337. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
blank number 2.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'for' will be
(a) whom (b) which used, because it gives suitable meaning for the sentence.
(c) where (d) who
343. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC MTS-05/07/2022 Shift-I blank number 3.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) of the passage, (a) deposited (b) set
'which' will be used, because 'which/that' is used for (c) located (d) situated
'non-living things'. SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'set' will be Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'routines' will
used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
344. Select the most appropriate option to fill in fill 348. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank 4. blank number 3.
(a) soon (b) late (a) absence (b) non-compliance
(c) long (d) blind (c) defiance (d) reference
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'soon' will be Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'absence' will
used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
345. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 349. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 5. blank number 4.
(a) unnecessary (b) optional (a) rescued (b) guided
(c) gratuitous (d) requisite (c) added (d) preferred
SSC MTS-13/07/2022 Shift-I SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'requisite' will Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'Preferred'
will be used. Other options are not correct.
be used. Other options are not correct.
350. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Comprehension: blank number 5.
In the following passage, some words have (a) faced (b) replied
been deleted. Read the passage carefully and (c) called (d) relied
select the most appropriate option to fill in each
SSC MTS-08/07/2022 Shift-I
blank.
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'faced' will be
In Delhi, while the bigger schools transport
used. Other options are not correct.
their students in their own or hired bused;
others rely ion vans, autos and e-rickshaws Comprehension:
where many reckless drivers pack in too many In the following passage, some words have been
children and drive (1) _____ often causing deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
accidents. Many parents take time off their the most appropriate option to fill in each
daily (2) ______ to do school-runs. Some use blank.
vehicles while others just walk their children to Nitrogen is essential to life (1) _______ Earth.
school. Two months ago, it was reported how in It is a component of all proteins, and it can be
the (3) _____ of road-crossing facilities near (2) ______ in all living systems. Nitrogen
schools, a bunch of parents were taking turns compounds are (3) _______ in organic
to play traffic marshals. Not so long ago, materials, foods, fertilisers, explosives and
children could just walk or cycle to their poisons. Nitrogen is crucial to life, (4) ______ in
schools, private tuition classes or sports excess it can also be (5) _______ to the
practice. In fact, school authorities (4) _____ to environment.
admit students living within walk able 351. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
distances distances so that they wouldn't have blank number 1.
to take the school bus or public transport. As (a) at (b) into
Delhi grew, its children (5) ______ not only (c) on (d) in
traffic, broken infrastructure but also violence, SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I
air-pollution and overcrowded living Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'on' will be
conditions. used, because it gives suitable meaning for the sentence.
346. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 352. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 1. blank number 2.
(a) humbly (b) decisively (a) founder (b) find
(c) rashly (d) commonly (c) founded (d) found
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Ans. (c): For the above blank space (1) 'rashly' will be Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'found' will be
used. Other options are not correct. used, because 'modal + be + v3' is used.
347. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 353. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 2. blank number 3.
(a) habit (b) routines (a) function (b) instant
(c) problems (d) task (c) immediate (d) present
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Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'Present' will 358. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
be used. Other options are not correct. blank number 3.
354. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) retrospectively (b) secretly
blank number 4. (c) effectively (d) lately
(a) such (b) because SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
(c) but (d) if Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'effectively'
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I will be used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'but' will be 359. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
used, because 'but' conjunction is used for contrast blank number 4.
sense. (a) essential (b) unimportant
(c) auspicious (d) silent
355. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
blank number 5.
(a) harmful (b) pliable Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'essential' will
be used. Other options are not correct.
(c) optimistic (d) rational
SSC MTS-12/07/2022 Shift-I 360. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 5.
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'Harmful' will
(a) have (b) should
be used. Other options are not correct.
(c) has (d) had
Comprehension: SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
In the following passage, some words have been Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'have' will be
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select used. Other options are not correct.
the most appropriate option to fill in each
blank. Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been
Words convey meaning, because they are used
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
in human activities in different forms. Different
the most appropriate option to fill in each
words may (1) ______ the same thing in
blank.
different languages and this is what is referred
Football legend Diego Maradona was buried in
to as 'family resemblance. ' In other words,
a private ceremony after a day of (1) ______
languages help us (2) _____ reality and then scenes in the Argentine capital Buenos Aires.
communicate it to others. There are tens and Only (2) ______ two dozen relatives and close
thousands of languages in the world and all of friends (3) ______ the final ceremony on
them help us (3) ______ express ourselves, Thursday. But (4) ______ huge crowds turned
which in turn, given meaning to our life. One's out to pay (5) ______ respects, with many
mother tongue is (4) ______ for one's literary weeping, blowing kisses and praying as they
growth, but if you want to communicate to a filed past his coffin.
wider audience, then you will (5) ______ to 361. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
reach out to the target audience in a language blank no. 1.
they understand. (a) expressive (b) impressive
356. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) emotional (d) exciting
blank number 1. SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
(a) meaningful (b) meaning Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'emotional'
(c) mean (d) meant will be used. Other options are not correct.
SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III 362. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'mean' will be blank no. 2.
used, because 'V1' is used after modals (may/might/ (a) more or less (b) around
could/should etc). (c) just (d) roughly
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357. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 2. Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'around' will
(a) commend (b) depend be used. Other options are not correct.
(c) comprehend (d) amend 363. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 3.
SSC MTS-14/07/2022 Shift-III
(a) attend (b) have attended
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'Comprehend' (c) attended (d) attending
will be used. Other options are not correct. SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'attended' will Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4), 'surprised'
be used. Other options are not correct. will be used. Other options are not correct.
364. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 370. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. blank number 5.
(a) earliest (b) early (a) undesirable (b) uneventful
(c) earlier (d) as early (c) unexpected (d) untoward
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'Earlier' will
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'unexpected'
be used. Other options are not correct.
will be used. Other options are not correct.
365. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 5. Comprehension:
(a) them (b) his In the following passage, some words have been
(c) their (d) its deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the
SSC Constable GD-30/11/2021 Shift-III most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'their' will be It was a cold, wet January day on (1) ______ Tom
used. Other options are not correct. went back to school. He carried in his pocket (2)
______ sugar-candies and a doll for little Laura. The
Comprehension: (3) ______ was long and boring. Tom wanted to reach
In the following passage, some words have been as quickly as (4) ______. He couldn’t wait to see
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select Laura with the (5) ______ smile on her face.
the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
371. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(1)______ my thirteenth birthday, my mother blank number 1.
made chicken pizza at home. That was the
(a) which (b) that
(2)______ pizza I have ever eaten. She had
made (3)______ quantity for all my friends and (c) where (d) when
everyone had a plateful. After the party got SSC Constable GD-26/11/2021 Shift-I
over, she (4)______ me by gifting a beautiful Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'which' will be
pullover. The (5)______ visit of my used, because pronoun 'which' is used for non living
grandmother made my day. things.
366. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 372. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 1. blank number 2.
(a) On (b) In (a) none (b) any
(c) From (d) At (c) some (d) much
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'On' will be Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'some' will be
used. Because 'on' preposition is used before my used. Other options are not correct.
thirteenth birthday.
373. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
367. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
blank number 2.
(a) adventure (b) visit
(a) best (b) better
(c) passage (d) journey
(c) good (d) very better
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SSC Constable GD-29/11/2021 Shift-II
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'journey' will
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'Best' will be
used, because superlative degree is used after. be used. Other options are not correct.
368. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 374. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 3. blank number 4.
(a) sufficient (b) insufficient (a) portable (b) practical
(c) little (d) inadequate (c) probable (d) possible
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'sufficient' will Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'Possible' will
be used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options have different meaning.
369. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 375. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4. blank number 5.
(a) tormented (b) blasted (a) adorable (b) capable
(c) surprised (d) drove (c) reliable (d) suitable
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'adorable' will Elephants regularly swarm to the landfill (1) ______
be used. Other options are not correct. near a wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka. (2) ______
In the following passage, some words have been with food scraps, they consume plastic, (3) ______
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the slowly kills them, officials say. Images (4) ______ the
most appropriate option to fill in each blank. elephants foraging through the waste (5) ______
The human skeleton is the (1)______ framework of environmentalists. Plastic from landfill sites is a
our body. It gives shape and support to the body. known killer of wild elephants, which are estimated to
(2)______, it provides protection, makes blood cells, number about 7,500 in Sri Lanka.
stores minerals and regulates hormones. The spinal 381. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
cord is an (3)______ part of our body. The ribcage blank no. 1.
protects our lungs and heart. To increase the (a) scene (b) scenery
(4)______ of our bones, we should include calcium in (c) sight (d) site
our diet. All our (5)______ organs are protected by SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
this skeletal system.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'site' will be
376. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 1. used. Other options are not correct.
(a) middle (b) internal Correct sentence-
(c) external (d) superficial Elephants regularly swarm to the landfill site near a
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III wildlife sanctuary.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'external' will 382. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
be used. Other options are not correct. blank no. 2.
377. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) Across (b) Next
blank no. 2. (c) Along (d) Beside
(a) Beside (b) Besides SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
(c) Unless (d) Although Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) ' along' will be
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'besides' will 383. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
be used, because it gives suitable meaning for sentence. blank no. 3.
378. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) what (b) whom
blank no. 3.
(c) who (d) which
(a) Eternal (b) insignificant
(c) alert (d) important SSC Constable GD-24/11/2021 Shift-II
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'which' will be
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'important' used. Other options are not correct.
will be used, because it gives suitable meaning for the Correct Sentence -
sentence. They consume plastic, which slowly kills them.
379. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 384. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. blank no. 4.
(a) ability (b) strength (a) on (b) of
(c) value (d) length (c) in (d) for
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'strength' will Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'of ' will be
be used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
380. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Correct Sentence -
blank no. 5.
Images of the elephants foraging through the waste-
(a) fundamental (b) secondary
(c) secret (d) vital 385. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC Constable GD-25/11/2021 Shift-III blank no. 5.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'vital' will be (a) have shocked (b) have been shocking
used. Other options are not correct. (c) has shocked (d) are shocking
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Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'have shocked'
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the will be used, because 'elephants' is plural, hence have +
most appropriate option to fill in each blank. V 3 will be used.
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Comprehension: (2)______ public speaking. I will make sure
In the following passage, some words have been that the school council (3)______ to us. When
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select people come to me with problems, I (4)
the most appropriate option to fill in each ______listen carefully. I never judge people
blank. who come to me for (5)______. You can count
Mahatma Gandhi was born (1)______ 2 on me for help.
October 1869 to Karamchand and Putlibai 391. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(2)______ Porbandar. After completing his blank no.1.
studies in England, he (3)______ to South (a) estimate (b) opinion
Africa. When he suffered (4)______, he started (c) theorem (d) reaction
the Civil Disobedience movement (5)______ SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
civil rights of the Indian community.
386. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) of the passage,
blank no. 1. 'opinion' will be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) from (b) in 392. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) of (d) on blank no.2.
SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I (a) on (b) by
(c) of (d) for
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'on' will be
used, because preposition 'on' is used before Dates/ SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
Days. Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) of the passage,
387. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 'for' will be used. Other options are not correct.
blank no. 2. 393. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) above (b) at blank no.3.
(c) below (d) through (a) believes (b) hears
SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I (c) listens (d) accepts
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'at' will be SSC Constable GD-17/11/2021 Shift-II
used, because preposition 'at' is used before small Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'listens' will be
places. used. Other options are not correct.
388. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 394. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 3. blank no.4.
(a) went (b) going (a) always (b) barely
(c) will go (d) gone (c) seldom (d) never
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'went' will be Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'always' will be
used, because the Passage is in past tense. used. Other options are not correct.
389. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 395. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. blank no.5.
(a) deterioration (b) distinction (a) advice (b) news
(c) discrimination (d) delegation (c) caution (d) lesson
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'discrimination' Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'advice' will be
will be used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
390. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Comprehension:
blank no. 5. In the following passage, some words have been
(a) with (b) for deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(c) to (d) after the most appropriate option to fill in each
SSC Constable GD-18/11/2021 Shift-I blank.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'for' will be Riding a bicycle, also called cycling, has a
used, because it gives suitable meaning for the sentence. number of health (1) ___. Cycling is an aerobic
activity, which means your heart, lungs and
Comprehension: blood vessels all get a workout. It also helps (2)
In the following passage, some words have been ___ stamina and physical strength. Another
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select important advantage is that cycling helps (3)
the most appropriate option to fill in each ____ endorphins or the feel-good chemicals in
blank. the brain (4) ____ help reduce stress levels.
You should elect me as Class President as I People who (5) ____ cycling as an exercise find
think that everyone’s (1)______ matters. I am a that they have more energy for their day-to-
confident speaker and have won prizes day activities.
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396. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 402. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 1. blank no.2.
(a) values (b) credits (a) glued (b) fixed
(c) benefits (d) traits (c) caught (d) stuck
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'benefits' will Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'stuck' will be
be used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
397. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 403. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 2. blank no.3.
(a) build (b) establish (a) limit (b) restrict
(c) expand (d) grow (c) forbid (d) prevent
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'build' will be Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'Prevent' will
used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
398. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 404. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 3. blank no.4.
(a) leak (b) realise (a) from (b) over
(c) release (d) clear (c) at (d) for
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'release' will be Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'for' will be
used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
399. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 405. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. blank no. 5.
(a) that (b) thus (a) motive (b) plan
(c) who (d) such (c) agency (d) cause
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'that' will be Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'Cause' will be
used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
400. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Comprehension:
blnak no. 5.
In the following passage, some words have been
(a) take off (b) take up
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(c) take out (d) take after
the most appropriate option to fill in each
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blank.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'take up' will be
Naval architects never claim that a ship is
used. Other options are not correct.
unsinkable, but sinking of the passenger-and-
Comprehension: car ferry Estonia in the Baltic surely should
In the following passage, some words have been never (1)______. It was well designed and
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
carefully (2)______. It carried the proper
the most appropriate option to fill in each
number of lifeboats. It had been (3)______
blank.
inspected the day of its fatal voyage. Yet hours
A giant plane carrying 43 passengers was (1)
______to crash-land when its landing gear got (4)______, the Estonia rolled over and sank in a
(2) ______. Only the skill of the pilot was able cold, stormy night. It went down (5)______
to (3) ______ a major tragedy. Expert quickly that most of those on board, caught in
mechanics laboured (4) ______ hours before their dark, flooding cabins, had no chance to
they could find the (5) ______ of the save themselves.
mechanical failure. 406. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
401. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.
blank no.1. (a) has happened (b) happened
(a) poked (b) pushed
(c) had happened (d) have happened
(c) forced (d) bumped
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'forced' will be Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'have
used, because sentence is in passive voice. Hence 'V3' happened' will be used, because it gives suitable
will be used. meaning for the sentence.
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407. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'hope' will be
blank no. 2. used. Other options are not correct.
(a) maintain (b) maintained 413. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) maintaining (d) to be maintained blank No.3
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III (a) Since (b) On
(c) At (d) From
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2), 'maintained'
will be used, because sentence is in passive voice. other SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II
options are not correct. Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'At' will be
used. Other options are not correct.
408. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 3. 414. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No.4.
(a) thoroughly (b) gradually (a) looking (b) seeing
(c) steadily (d) immediately (c) noting (d) watching
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'thoroughly' Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'seeing' will
will be used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
409. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 415. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. blank No. 5.
(a) earlier (b) before (a) take (b) taken
(c) took (d) takes
(c) latter (d) later
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SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'took' will be
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'later' will be used. Other options are not correct.
used. Other options are not correct.
Comprehension:
410. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
In the following passage, some words have been
blank no. 5.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(a) such (b) as the most appropriate option to fill in each
(c) so (d) very blank.
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-III Life is not about making lists and trying to be
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'so' will be one step (1) ____ of others. Stop being a
used. Other options are not correct. workaholic. Take a (2) ____. Do whatever
makes you feel happy and (3) ___. Most of all,
Comprehension: spend time in the (4) ____ of nature to pick up
In the following passage, some words have been some (5) ____ lessons.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
the most appropriate option to fill in each 416. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank. blank on. 1.
His friend did not return even the next day, or (a) forward (b) away
the day after. For several days, the partridge (c) ahead (d) front
(1)______ worrying, and then gave up SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
(2)______ of his friend's return.(3)______ dusk, Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'ahead' will be
a hare came to the tree and (4)______ an empty used. Other options are not correct.
hole at the foot of the tree, (5)______ shelter
417. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
inside. Since the partridge had given up hope,
blank no. 2.
he did not object to the hole being occupied by
the hare. (a) recess (b) blow
411. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) break (d) gap
blank no. 1. SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II
(a) did (b) had Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'break' will be
(c) was (d) kept used. Other options are not correct.
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II 418. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'kept' will be blank no. 3.
used. Other options are not correct. (a) lenient (b) patient
412. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) casual (d) relaxed
blank No.2.
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(a) trial (b) risk
(c) chance (d) hope Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'relaxed' will
SSC Constable GD-14/12/2021 Shift-II be used. Other options are not correct.
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419. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 425. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. blank no. 5.
(a) group (b) crowd (a) impress (b) depress
(c) company (d) gathering (c) repress (d) express
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'company' will Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'express' will
be used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
420. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Comprehension :
blank no. 5. In the following passage, some words have been
(a) innumerable (b) invaluable deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
(c) inevitable (d) invisible the most appropriate option to fill in each
SSC Constable GD-09/12/2021 Shift-II blank.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'Invaluable' A biosketch is (1) –––––– brief summary of a
will be used. Other options are not correct. person's professional (2) –––––– and
recognition. It is meant (3) –––––– highlight the
Comprehension:
important (4) ––––––– of one's training,
In the following passage, some words have been
experience and (5) –––––– of interest.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
426. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
the most appropriate option to fill in each
blank number 1.
blank.
The power of words (1)______ an enduring effect (a) No article required (b) an
and can be (2)______ by all men and women. (c) one (d) a
Words are not (3)______ for writers or lovers of SSC Constable GD-06/12/2021 Shift-III
literature. Every profession is (4)______ by Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) article 'a' will
words. It is impossible to (5)______ oneself be used, because indefinite article 'a' is used before
without using words. consonant sound.
421. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 427. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 1. blank number 2.
(a) are (b) has (a) annoyance (b) establishments
(c) is (d) have (c) accomplishments (d) adventures
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Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'has' will be Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2)
used. Other options are not correct. 'accomplishments' will be used. Other options are not
422. Select the most appropriate option to fill in correct.
blank no. 2. 428. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) pleased (b) impressed blank number 3.
(c) looked (d) enjoyed (a) of (b) from
(c) to (d) about
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Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'enjoyed' will
be used. Other options are not correct. Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) Preposition 'to'
will be used. Other options are not correct.
423. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 3. 429. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4.
(a) hardly (b) such
(a) aspects (b) availability
(c) merely (d) same
(c) austerity (d) assignments
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'merely' will be
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'aspects' will be
used. Other options are not correct.
used. Other options are not correct.
424. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 430. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4. blank number 5.
(a) guided (b) charged (a) areas (b) section
(c) managed (d) trained (c) space (d) surface
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Ans. (a) :For the above blank space (4) 'guided' will be Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'areas' will be
used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
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Comprehension: Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been In the following passage, some words have been
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
the most appropriate option to fill in each the most appropriate option to fill in each
blank.
blank.
Once there were two brothers. One brother
Joseph was always prepared. His motto was, was (1)______poor farmer. He worked in the
'Never throw anything out, you (1) ____know fields, and (2)______the weather was bad, he
when it might come in (2) _____.' His bedroom (3)______no food. But he kind and worked a
was totally (3) _____with flat bicycle tyres, (4)______The other brother was a rich man
empty boxes, (4) _____basket balls and bent (5)______worked on a ship. He was not kind
tennis racquets (5) _____leaving any space to and often cheated people.
436. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
get in the door.
blank no. 1.
431. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) only (b) simply
blank no. 1. (c) the (d) a
(a) often (b) should SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
(c) would (d) never Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) Article 'a' will
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II be used. Because article 'a' is used for indefinite sense.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'never' will be 437. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
used. Other options are not correct. blank no. 2.
432. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) while (b) when
blank no. 2. (c) after (d) what
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
(a) handy (b) teady
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'when' will be
(c) close (d) nearby
used. Other options are not correct.
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
438. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'handy' will be blank no. 3.
used. Because it gives suitable meaning for the (a) has (b) had
sentence. (c) may have (d) will have
433. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
blank no. 3. Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'had' will be
(a) cluttered (b) dislocated used. Other options are not correct.
(c) confused (d) splashed 439. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 4.
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
(a) much (b) lots
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'cluttered' will (c) lot (d) hard
be used. Because it gives suitable meaning for the SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
sentence. Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'lot' will be
434. Select the most appropriate option to fill in used. Other options are not correct.
blank no. 4. 440. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) deflated (b) wearied blank no. 5.
(c) drained (d) reduced (a) who (b) which
(c) that (d) whom
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
SSC Constable GD-01/12/2021 Shift-I
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'Deflated' will be
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'who' will be
used. Because it gives suitable meaning for the sentence. used. Other options are not correct.
435. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Comprehension
blank no. 5. In the following passage, some words have been
(a) merely (b) simply deleted. Select the most appropriate option to
(c) barely (d) slightly fill in the blank.
Meghalaya a hilly state of India, is located in
SSC Constable GD-03/12/2021 Shift-II
the northeastern part of the country. It is (1)
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'Barely' will be ............ by the Indian state of Assam in the
used. Other options are not correct. north and northeast and (2) ............ Bangladesh
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in the south and southwest. The state capital is Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'studying' will
(3) .......... hill town of Shillong, located in east- be used. Other options are not correct.
central Meghalaya. Meghalaya is an upland 447. Select the most appropriate option for blank
area formed by a (4) ........... block of the Deccan
no. 2.
plateau, its summits vary in (5) .......... from
(a) which (b) who
4,000 to 6,000 feet (1,220 to 1,830 metres).
(c) whom (d) that
441. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank 1. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(a) bind (b) bonded Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'who' will be
(c) bounded (d) bounding used. Because 'who' is used in subjective case for living
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) things.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'bounded' will 448. Select the most appropriate option for blank
be used. Other options are not correct. no. 3.
442. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the (a) used (b) found
blank 2. (c) obtained (d) took
(a) near (b) with SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
(c) beside (d) by Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3), ' obtained' will
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I)
be used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'By' will be
used. Other options are not correct. 449. Select the most appropriate option for blank
no. 4.
443. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank 3. (a) many (b) very
(a) a (b) one (c) much (d) a lot
(c) only (d) the SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'very' will be
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) article 'The' used. Other options are not correct.
will be used. Other options are not correct. 450. Select the most appropriate option for blank
444. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the no. 5.
blank 4. (a) gradually (b) deeply
(a) withdrawn (b) standing (c) excitedly (d) carefully
(c) removed (d) detached SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –16/04/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'carefully' will
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'detached' will be used. Other options are not correct.
be used. Other options are not correct.
Comprehension
445. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
In the following passage, some words have been
blank 5.
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
(a) distance (b) rise
(c) elevation (d) increase alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/08/2021 (Shift-I) option for each blank.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'elevation' will Adventure sports play an important role in
be used. Other options are not correct. shaping and developing the personality of
Comprehension (1) ____ individual. They involve great physical
In the following passage some words have been and mental (2) ____ along with discipline and
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the decision making. Participation in adventure
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate sports (3) _____ the confidence level, strength,
option for each blank. stamina and fitness. Besides, (4) ___ sports also
Many hundreds of years ago, a Brahmin lived teach one to work in unity and improve social
in a town in Northern India. He spent many interaction along with group (5) ____ and
years (1)____ the ancient books and talking to leadership.
the learned priests (2) _____ came to visit the 451. Select the most appropriate option for blank
city. After much effort, he (3)____ the No. 1.
knowledge of a certain spell. He was (4) ____ (a) some (b) an
proud of this and guarded his secret (5) _____. (c) one (d) many
446. Select the most appropriate option for blank
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
no. 1.
(a) study (b) to study Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'an' will be
(c) studied (d) studying used. Because indefinite article 'an' is used for vowel
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452. Select the most appropriate option for blank 458. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
No. 2. blank no. 3.
(a) enduring (b) endured (a) ordered (b) presented
(c) endure (d) endurance (c) ruled (d) believed
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Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'endurance' will Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'ordered' will
be used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
453. Select the most appropriate option for blank 459. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
No. 3. blank no. 4.
(a) enhances (b) grows (a) till (b) cut
(c) values (d) decreases (c) dig (d) sow
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'Enhances' will Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'till' will be
be used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
454. Select the most appropriate option for blank 460. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
No. 4. blank no. 5.
(a) those (b) this (a) employment (b) livelihood
(c) that (d) these
(c) career (d) business
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Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'these' will be
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'business' will
used. Because it gives suitable meaning for the
be used. Other options are not correct.
sentence.
Comprehension
455. Select the most appropriate option for blank
In the following passage, some words have been
No. 5.
deleted. Select the most appropriate option to
(a) dynamics (b) games
fill in each blank.
(c) actions (d) feelings
Kanjirapally has the highest number of rainy
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –15/04/2021 (Shift-I)
days in Kerala. It receives the highest (1) ..........
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'dynamics' will of summer rains, winter rains and northeast
be used. Other options are not correct.
monsoons in Kerala, (2) .......... it one of the very
Comprehension few (3) ........... in India enjoying equatorial
In the following passage some words have been rainforest type climate, with no (4) .......... dry
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the season. The well-distributed rainfall pattern of
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate Kanjirapally is the (5) ........... reason for the
option for each number. phenomenon of high yield of latex from rubber
In the 'Kingdom of Fools', both the king and
plantations in and around the town.
the ministers were complete fools. They didn't
461. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
want to do things (1) .......... other kingdoms, so
blank No. 1.
they decided to (2) ............ night into day and
(a) amount (b) number
day into night. They (3) .......... that everyone
(c) expanse (d) extent
should be awake at night, (4) ............. their
lands and run their (5) .......... only after dark SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
and should go to bed as soon as the sun came Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'amount' will
up. be used. Other options are not correct.
456. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 462. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 1. blank No. 2.
(a) like (b) than (a) make (b) making
(c) so as (d) same (c) made (d) makes
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –06/08/2021 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'like' will be Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'making' will
used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
457. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 463. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 2. blank No. 3.
(a) adjust (b) develop (a) space (b) places
(c) change (d) agree (c) spot (d) place
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'change' will be Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'places' will be
used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
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464. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'study' will be
blank No. 4. used. Other options are not correct.
(a) individual (b) divergent 470. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) diverse (d) distinct blank number 5.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I) (a) heated (b) hidden
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'distinct' will (c) covered (d) lit
be used. Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I)
465. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'lit' will be
blank No. 5. used. Other options are not correct.
(a) insignificant (b) primary Comprehension
(c) minor (d) initial In the following passage, some words have been
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/08/2021 (Shift-I) deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'primary' will alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
be used. Other options are not correct. option for each blank.
Comprehension Smoking causes mutation in cells leading to
In the following passage, some words have been cancer. Quitting smoking can help reverse the
deleted. Select the most appropriate option to (1)______ risk; and it can replenish cells that
fill in each blank. actually (2)______ those of a person who has
All of us know that the American astronaut never smoked. The (3)______ you smoke the
Neil Armstrong was the first (1) –––– to set foot more mutations you have. The (4)______
on the Moon in July 1969. Human footprints on damage to the cells lining the airway and lungs
the lunar (2) ––––––won't disappear for can (5)______ to cancers in the lungs,
millions of years. That is because there is no oesophagus, larynx and pharynx.
rain or wind to (3) ––––– them. The surfae area 471. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
of the Moon is 25% larger than that of Africa. blank No. 1.
Astronauts have so far brought back hundreds (a) nominal (b) factual
of kilos of rock and dust from the Moon to (4) – (c) potential (d) impossible
––––. It takes the Moon 27.3 days to travel SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
around the Earth. As it does so, we see
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'Potential' will
different amounts of its side (5) ––––– by the
be used. Other options are not correct.
Sun. That is why it appears to get larger and
then smaller. 472. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
466. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2.
blank number 1. (a) identify (b) differ
(a) creature (b) organism (c) disagree (d) resemble
(c) object (d) human SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'resemble' will
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'human' will be be used. Other options are not correct.
used. Other options are not correct. 473. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
467. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3.
blank number 2. (a) more (b) most
(a) eclipse (b) rock (c) many (d) much
(c) dust (d) surface SSC CGL (Tier-I) –24/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –19/04/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'more' will be
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'surface' will be used. Because 'the + comparative degree..............The +
used. Other options are not correct. comparative degree is used.
468. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 474. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 3. blank No. 4.
(a) replicate (b) recreate (a) broken (b) stable
(c) erode (d) restore (c) incomplete (d) constant
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'erode' will be Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'Constant' will
used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options are not correct.
469. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 475. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4. blank No. 5.
(a) show (b) store (a) direct (b) seize
(c) study (d) sell (c) guide (d) lead
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Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'lead' will be Comprehension
used. Other options are not correct. In the following passage, some words have been
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
Comprehension alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
In the following passage, some words have been option for each blank.
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the It is true that the more you study, the more you
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate (1)______ your horizon and hence your point of
option for each blank. view undergoes a (2)______. A person with
Almost everyone in the present world is higher education certainly has a better
familiar with the term ‘Global Warming’. It (3)______ and ideas to help in community and
societal (4)______. Ideas that are gathered
(1)______ to the gradual rise in the overall
from such people provide a global (5)______
temperature of the atmosphere (2)______ the for the nation as a whole.
planet Earth. It is true that there are (3) _____ 481. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
activities taking place which have been blank number 1.
increasing the temperature (4)______. The first (a) expand (b) narrow
impact of global warming is melting of (5)____ (c) exchange (d) convert
in a rapid way. This is extremely harmful to the SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
earth as well as to its inhabitants. Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'expand' will be
476. Select the most appropriate option to fill in used. Other options are not correct.
blank No. 1. 482. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank number 2.
(a) connects (b) seems
(a) backwardness (b) succession
(c) refers (d) means (c) transformation (d) enlargement
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'refers' will be Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'transformation'
used. Other options are not correct. will be used. Other options are not correct.
477. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 483. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. 2. blank number 3.
(a) of (b) in (a) routine (b) outlook
(c) luck (d) scope
(c) at (d) on
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'outlook' will
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'of ' will be be used. Other options are not correct.
used. Other options are not correct. 484. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
478. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
blank No. 3. (a) maturity (b) elaboration
(a) sudden (b) several (c) development (d) ripening
(c) separate (d) useful SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'development'
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I)
will be used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'several' will be 485. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
used. Other options are not correct. blank number 5.
479. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) prejudice (b) posture
blank No. 4. (c) perspective (d) proportion
(a) purposely (b) properly SSC CGL (Tier-I) –16/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(c) gradually (d) frequently Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'perspective'
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) will be used. Other options are not correct.
Comprehension
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'gradually' will
In the following passage, some words have been
be used. Other options are not correct. deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
480. Select the most appropriate option to fill in alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
blank No. 5. option for each blank.
(a) glaciers (b) rivers The five senses (1)______ sight, hearing, taste,
(c) lakes (d) mountains touch and (2)______. What is sometimes
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –23/08/2021 (Shift-I) (3)______ to as a ‘sixth sense’ is a power to be
aware (4)______ things independently of the
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'glaciers' will five (5)______ senses, a kind of supernatural
be used. Other options are not correct. sense.
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486. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'exists' will be
blank number 1. used. Other options are not correct.
(a) are (b) of 492. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) is (d) in blank number 2.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I) (a) unique (b) lone
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'are' will be (c) one (d) single
used, because the sentence is in present tense and SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
subject (the five senses) is plural. Hence the plural verb Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'one' will be
(are) will be used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
487. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 493. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blank number 2. blank number 3.
(a) happiness (b) smell (a) by (b) in
(c) anger (d) sadness (c) for (d) of
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Ans. (b) : According to the sense of the above passage Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'of ' will be
in blank space (2) 'smell' will be used. Other options are used. Because of preposition is used for possession.
not correct. 494. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
488. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 4.
blank number 3. (a) ability (b) knack
(a) reminded (b) retained (c) proficiency (d) competence
(c) referred (d) required SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'ability' will be
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'referred' (V3) used. Other options are not correct.
will be used. Other options are not correct. 495. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
489. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
blank number 4. (a) velocity (b) validity
(a) of (b) at (c) veracity (d) versatility
(c) on (d) in SSC CGL (Tier-I) –17/08/2021 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'versatility' will
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'of ' preposition be used. Other options are not correct.
will be used. Becouse 'aware of' something/somebody is Comprehension
used. In the following passage, some words have been
490. Select the most appropriate option to fill in deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
blank number 5. alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
(a) geological (b) geographical option for each blank.
(c) physical (d) botanical What every tourist must take back from
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –20/08/2021 (Shift-I) Bhutan is pure honey, especially Putka,
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'physical' will “Antibiotic” honey produced (1)______
be used. Other options are not correct. Melipona Bees (stingless bees) a breed found in
Comprehension protected areas (2)______ 700 to 1,500 metres
In the following passage, some words have been above sea level. Due (3)______ their small size,
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the they can get larger nutrients (4)______ regular
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate honeybees. It has a tangy/sour taste and can
option for each blank. (5)______ your sore throat in a matter of
Water, a substance composed of the chemical minutes.
elements hydrogen and oxygen (1)______ in 496. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
gaseous, liquid, and solid states. It is (2)______ blank number 1.
of the most plentiful and essential (3)______ (a) through (b) with
compounds. A tasteless and odourless liquid at (c) by (d) of
room temperature, it has the important SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I)
(4)______ to dissolve many other substances. Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'by' will be
Indeed, the (5)______ of water as a solvent is used. Because it gives suitable meaning for the
essential to living organisms. sentence.
491. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 497. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 1. blank number 2.
(a) exists (b) lasts (a) midst (b) among
(c) survives (d) endures (c) between (d) after
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'between' will Ans : (a) For the above blank space (3) 'saplings' will
be used. Because preposition 'between' is used for two be used. Other options are not correct.
people. 504. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
498. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. (4)
blank number 3. (a) no (b) certain
(a) for (b) to (c) all (d) every
(c) at (d) of SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans : (b) For the above blank space (4) 'certain' will
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'to' will be be used. Other options are not correct.
used. Other options are not correct. 505. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
499. Select the most appropriate to fill in blank blank No. (5)
number 4. (a) adapting (b) structuring
(a) and (b) than (c) expanding (d) explaining
(c) then (d) though SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) Ans : (a) For the above blank space (5) 'adapting' will
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'than' will be be used. Other options are not correct.
used. Other options are not correct. Comprehension
500. Select the most appropriate option to fill in In the following passage some words have been
blank number 5. deleted. Fill in the blanks will the help of the
(a) appease (b) calm alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
(c) pacify (d) soothe option for each blank.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) –13/08/2021 (Shift-I) Marine Conservation Society is hosting the
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'soothe' will be Anjarle Turtle festival 2019, aiming to make
used. Other options are not correct. more people aware about Olive Ridley turtle.
Comprehension The sea (1)__get their names from their olive-
In the following passage some words have been coloured (2)__They grow to about two feet in
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the (3)___and reportedly mate at around 1000
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate kilometer from the Anjarle (4)__These turtles
option for each blank. come to the beach to lay (5) __.
M. Ananda Kumar, scientist. Nature 506. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Conservation Foundation says that elephants blank no. (1)
are "engineers of the eco-system. He explains : (a) turtle (b) animal
they are seed (1) ____Forests without (2) (c) fish (d) snakes
____have been observed to not have young SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(3)_____at all. This is because (4)_____species Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'turtle' will be
disperse seeds only through elephants. The used. Other options are not correct.
animals are phenomenal at (5) ____themselves
507. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
to new ecological conditions and negotiating a
blank No. (2)
problem.
(a) shells (b) beaks
501. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) feathers (d) wings
blank No. (1)
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(a) eaters (b) makers
(c) dispersers (d) collectors Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'shells' will be
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I) used. Other options are not correct.
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (1) 'dispersers' 508. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
will be used. Other options are not correct. blank no. (3)
502. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) depth (b) weight
blank No.(2) (c) growth (d) length
(a) seeds (b) elephants SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) engineers (d) conservation Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'length' will
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I) be used. Other options are not correct.
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (2) 'Elephants' 509. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
will be used. Other options are not correct. blank no. (4)
503. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) sea (b) sand
blank No. (3) (c) beach (d) festival
(a) saplings (b) seeds SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) species (d) elephants Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'beach' will be
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-I) used. Other options are not correct.

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510. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans : (c) For the above blank space (4) 'plenty' is used,
blank no. (5) because 'of' preposition is used with plenty. Other
(a) eggs (b) pebbles options are not correct.
(c) young ones (d) shells Load – Weight
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 13/06/2019 (Shift-II) Many - Huge
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'eggs' will be Hence, the correct sentence is
used. Other options are not correct. Brick kilns tumpted him with plenty of water.
Comprehension
515. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
In the following passage some words have been
blank No. (5)
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate (a) matter (b) logs
option for each blank. (c) fuel (d) fodder
Although a wild elephant, Chinna Thambi did SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II)
not grow up entirely in the wild. For over the Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'fuel' will be
last (1)____ he has had easy (2)_____ to food at used because in the passage we talk about baking
Thadagam, a village surrounded by the bricks.
Western Ghats near Coimbatore. Brick Fodder - Forage
(3)_____ tempted him with (4)_____ of water Matter - Stuff
and he loved the palm pith that was used as Logs- Haft
(5)_____ for baking bricks. Comprehension
511. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
In the following passage some words have been
blank No. (1)
(a) festival (b) annual deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
(c) decade (d) summer alternatives given. Select the most approapriate
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) option for each blank.
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (1) 'decade' will be He remembers the first time he saw the
used. Other options are not correct. elephant. "This was in 2007 at a (1) ........ called
Festival - Magnificence Thanni Paarai. Chinna Thambi was (2) ........
Annual - Yearly water on himself at a waterbody. The (3) .........
Summer - Heat was green; not the kind people would drink,
Correct sentence- "says Abraham. "After a nice shower, the
For over the last decade he has had.... elephant walked (4) ....... to a rock, lifted it, and
512. Select the most appropriate option to fill in drank from a (5) ......... under it."
blank No. (2) 516. Select the most approprite option to fill in
(a) entry (b) way blank No. (1)
(c) approach (d) access (a) market (b) shop
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) (c) street (d) place
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (2) 'access' will be SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
used because access to use for deliver eating items. Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'place' will be
Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
Access- the right or opportunity to use or receive
Correct Sentence-
something.
.......This was in 2007 at a place called Thanni
513. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Paarai.....
blank No. (3)
(a) jar (b) tub 517. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) store (d) kilns blank No. (2)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-II) (a) sprinking (b) raining
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (3) 'kilns' will be (c) wetting (d) sparkling
used because brick is used before it. Other options are SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III)
not correct. Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'sprinkling'
Jar - Pail will be used. Other options are not correct.
Tub - Vat, Correct Sentence-
Store - Shop ....Thambi was sprinkling water on himself.....
514. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 518. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. (4) blank No. (3)
(a) load (b) much (a) leaf (b) milk
(c) plenty (d) many (c) flower (d) water
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Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'water' will be 523. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
used, because we talk about water. Other options are blank No. 3
not correct. (a) along (b) beside
Correct Sentence- (c) at (d) across
....The water was green : not the kind.... SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
519. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'at' preposition
blank No. (4) will be used. Other options are not correct.
(a) above (b) over 524. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) near (d) behind blank No. 4
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) (a) deathly (b) merciless
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'over' will be (c) incurable (d) abominable
used because 'walked over' is phrasal verb which SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
meaning is something do easily.
Correct Sentence- Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'deathly' will
....the Elephant walked over to a rock lifted it. be used. Other options are not correct.
Meaning of other option–
520. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
merciless- Heartless
blank No. (5)
(a) spring (b) tap incurable- Insoluble
(c) tank (d) pond Abominable- Abject
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 12/06/2019 (Shift-III) 525. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'spring' will be blank No. 5
used. Other options are not correct. (a) deferred (b) momentary
Correct Sentence- (c) detained (d) averted
.....and drank from a spring under it. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III)
Comprehension Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'deferred' will
In the following passage words have been be used. Other options are not correct.
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the Meaning of other options–
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate Momentary- Instant
option for each blank. Detain- Stop
The Bhopal gas tragedy has been described as Avert- Avoid
the world's (1)––––– industrial disaster. Forty Correct sentence-
two tonnes of methyl isocyanate (2) –––– from It left a legacy of instant and deferred death.
the steel containers (3) –––––– the Union Comprehension
Carbide factory and released a cloud of (4) ––– In the following passage some words have been
– gas. It left a legacy of instant and (5) ––––
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
death.
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
521. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. 1 option for each blank.
(a) worse (b) bad Perhaps India should listen to her (1)_____
(c) best (d) worst sages who taught the importance (2)______
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) balance. This means we should be (3)______
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'worst' will be not to take anything too far (4)_____be too
used according to sense of the santence. Other options radical. The unfortunate results of (5)_______
are not correct. too far are obvious in the environmental
Correct sentence- degradation.
The Bhopal gas tragedy has been described as the 526. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
world's worst industrial disaster. blank No. 1
522. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) antique (b) initial
blank No. 2 (c) ancient (d) extinct
(a) flowed (b) leaked SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
(c) emitted (d) released Ans : (c) For the above blank space (1) 'ancient' will be
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 11/06/2019 (Shift-III) used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'leaked' will Correct Sentence-
be used because here we talk about methyle Perhaps India should listen to her ancient sages......
iscocyanak gas. 527. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Meaning of other option– blank No. 2
Flow- Flux (a) of (b) for
Emitted- Exclude (c) in (d) by
Released- Unfettered SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
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Ans : (a) For the above blank space (2) 'of' preposition 532. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
will be used according to the sence of the sentence. blank No. 2
Other options are not correct. (a) clear (b) real
Correct Sentence- (c) plain (d) pure
......who taught the importance of balance....... SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
528. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'pure' will be
blank No. 3 used. Other options are not correct.
(a) carefree (b) caretaker Correct sentence-
(c) careless (d) careful She would die as pure as Diana.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I) 533. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (3) 'careful' will be blank No. 3
used. Other options are not correct. (a) at (b) in
Correct sentence- (c) through (d) from
.....we should be 'careful' not to take anything....... SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
529. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'in'
blank No. 4 preposition is used because it gives suitable meaning
(a) or (b) but of the sentence.
(c) so (d) otherwise Correct sentence-
She can only be claimed in the manner specified by her
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I)
father will.
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (4) 'or' will be used
534. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
according to sense of the sentence. Other options are not
blank No. 4
correct.
(a) will worry (b) has worry
Correct sentence-
(c) worry (d) worries
.....to take anything too far or be too radical.......
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
530. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'worries' will
blank No. 5
be used because sentence is in present indefinite tense
(a) venturing (b) risking
and (V1 + s/es) is used with singular subject.
(c) climbing (d) pioneering Correct sentence-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-I) She worries that nobody would be able to.....
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (5) 'venturing' will 535. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
be used. Other options are not correct. blank No. 5
Correct sentence- (a) an (b) the
.....The unfortunate results of venturing too far are..... (c) one (d) a
Comprehension SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III)
In the following passage some words have been Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'the' will be
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the used because Casket is a specific noun. Hence before it
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate definite article 'the' is used.
option for each blank. Correct sentence-
Portia claims that even if she (1)____ to live as She worrise that nobody would to able to crack the
long as Sibylla, she would die as (2)____ as casket test.
Diana because she can only be claimed (3)____ Comprehension
the manner specified by her father's will. She In the following passage some words have been
(4)____ that nobody would be able to crack (5) deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
____ casket test and so she was bound to alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
remain unmarried. option for each blank.
531. Select the most appropriate option to fill in The political condition of India in the
blank No. 1 eighteenth century was one of extreme
(a) has (b) were disunity.
(c) was (d) is (1)____the decline of the Mughal empire, no
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 10/06/2019 (Shift-III) (2)_____Indian power emerged to take its
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'were' will be (3)_____ in strength and prestige and to unite
used because sentence is Hypothetical. the (4) _____ under a central authority. The
Correct sentence- Marathas who rose (5)____ the position of pre-
Portia claims that even if she were to live as long as eminence among the new Indian states did not
sibylla. prove capable of fulfilling that task.
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536. Select the most appropriate option for blank marathas, the Sikhs, the Jats and (3)____
No. 1 others. After the death of Aurangzeb, the
(a) With (b) In Mughal empire began to (4) ____fairly fast.
(c) When (d) On The country soon (5) ____into smaller
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) territories many of which became more or less
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (1) 'with' independent.
preposition will be used because according to the sense 541. Select the most appropriate option for blank
of the sentence it gives appropriate meaning. No. 1
Correct sentence- (a) have been (b) was
With, the decline of the Mugal empire. (c) are (d) were
537. Select the most appropriate option for blank SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
No. 2 Ans : (d) For the above blank space (1) 'were' will be
(a) one (b) another used because the subject 'revolts' is plural. Hence plural
(c) other (d) more verb will be used.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) 542. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'other' will be No. 2
used. Other options are not correct. (a) These (b) It
(c) That (d) This
Correct sentence-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
No other Indian power emerged to take its.
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (2) 'these' will be
538. Select the most appropriate option for blank
used because Demonstrative pronoun is used for plural
No. 3
countable noun.
(a) niche (b) place
Correct sentence-
(c) role (d) seat These were the revolts of the Marathas, the Sikhs, the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) Jats.
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (3) 'place' will be 543. Select the most appropriate option for blank
used because according to the sentence it gives suitable No. 3
meaning. (a) more (b) many
Correct sentence- (c) each (d) every
Place in strength and prestige and to unite. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
539. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans : (b) For the above blank space (3) 'many' will be
No. 4 used. Other options are not correct.
(a) region (b) territory Correct sentence-
(c) country (d) state These were the revolts of the Marathas, the Sikhs, the
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) Jats and many others.
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (4) 'country' will be Note- 'Much' is used before the uncountable noun.
used because it gives suitable meaning. 544. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Correct sentence- No. 4
The country under a central authority. (a) disperse (b) disturb
540. Select the most appropriate option for blank (c) disrupt (d) disintegrate
No. 5 SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) to (b) at Ans : (d) For the above blank space (4) 'Disintegrate'
(c) on (d) over will be used. Other options are not correct.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-I) Meaning of other options–
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (5) 'to' preposition Disperse - Spread
will be used because it gives appropriate meaning. Disturb - Impede
Correct sentence- Disrupt - Outrage
The Marathas who rose to the position of pre-eminence 545. Select the most appropriate option for blank
among the new Indian states did not prove capable of No. 5
fulfilling that task. (a) broken in (b) broke off
Comprehension (c) broke out (d) broke up
In the following passage some words have been SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-II)
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the Ans : (d) For the above blank space (5) 'broke' up will
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate be used because it gives suitable meaning to the
option for each blank. sentence.
During the reign of Aurangzeb, the last of the Broken in – To interrupt
Mughals, there (1) _____revolts against the Broke off – To separate something
empire. (2)_____were the revolts of the Broke out – To scape from a place

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Comprehension Comprehension
In the following passage some words have been In the following passage some words have been
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate alternatives given. Select most appropriate
option for each blank. option for each blank.
There was still a light on in Mo's room. He In 1914 a war began in Europe which engulfed
often stayed (1)_____reading late into the the entire world. The damage (1)______by this
night. Meggie had (2)______ her love of books war has no precedent in history. (2)_____ the
from him. When she (3) ______ refuge with earlier wars, the civilian populations were
him from a bad dream, nothing could pull (3)______ not involved and the casualties were
(4)_______ back to sleep better than Mo's calm mostly (4) _______to the warning armies. The
breathing (5)____ her and the sound of the war (5)______ began in 1914 was a total war in
which all the resources of the warring states
pages turning.
were mobilized.
546. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
551. Select the most appropriate option for blank
blank No. 1
No. 1.
(a) up (b) away
(a) made (b) caused
(c) for (d) out (c) generated (d) began
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (1) 'up' will be used Ans : (b) For the above blank space (1) 'caused' will be
because stay followed by 'up' preposition. used because it gives appropriate meaning.
Stay up – Wake up, Made- Creation
547. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Began- Unleash
blank No. 2 Generated- Beget
(a) procured (b) inherited 552. Select the most appropriate option for blank
(c) extracted (d) gained No. 2
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) (a) At (b) Into
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (2) 'inherited' will (c) In (d) On
be used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
options are not correct. Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'In' will be used.
548. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Other options are not correct.
blank No. 3 553. Select the most appropriate option for blank
(a) takes (b) has taken No. 3
(c) will take (d) took (a) generally (b) broadly
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) (c) chiefly (d) finally
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (3) 'took (V2)' will SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
be used because passage is in past tense. Ans : (a) For the above blank space (3) 'Generally' will
be used. Other options are not correct.
549. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Broadly- Richly
blank No. 4
Chiefly- Specially
(a) her (b) it
Finally-Ultimately
(c) his (d) them
554. Select the most appropriate option for blank
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III)
No. 4
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (4) 'her' will be (a) belonged (b) confined
used because the subject of the sentence is 'she' and its (c) reatrained (d) bound
objective case 'her'. SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
When she took refuge with him from a bad dream, Ans : (b) For the above blank space (4) 'confined' will
nothing could pull her back to sleep. be used because it gives appropriate meaning.
550. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 555. Select the most appropriate option for blank
blank No. 5 No. 5
(a) against (b) around (a) which (b) whom
(c) beside (d) behind (c) what (d) who
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 07/06/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (5) 'beside' will be Ans : (a) For the above blank space (5) 'which' will be
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other used because the use of 'which' is appropriate to denote
options are not correct. object and any event.
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Comprehension Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'live' will be
In the following passage some words have been used. Other options are not correct.
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the Meaning of other options-
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate Survive - Outlive
option for each blank. Remain - Escape
Canada is three times the size of India (1)____ Subsist - Live through
its population is only about 26 million. The Comprehension
average (2)_____ of population is less than In the following passage some words have been
three persons per square kilometer (3)____ deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of he
Canada. The distribution of population is alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
highly (4)_____. Nearly 80 percent of the option for each blank.
people (5)____in a narrow belt less than 300 An Itallian mayor has been cleaning the streets
kilometer wide along the southern border. The along with his councilors after their town
rest of the country has a very sparse population (1)_____ with no manual workers, it's
due to excessive cold. reported. In fact, (2)_____ was sweeping the
piazza in front of the (3) ______ church in
556. Select the most appropriate option for blank
preparation for market day, (4)_____the
No. (1)
deputy mayor's father and a town councilor
(a) because (b) until
armed with a high-pressure hose. The town
(c) so (d) but Zerfallu's last (5) _____retired six months ago
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) and nobody has been hired since then. "We
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'but' can't do anything - we are blocked by
conjunction will be used. Other options are not correct. bureaucracy," the mayor says.
557. Select the most appropriate option for blank 561. Select the most appropriate option.
No. (2) (a) leaves (b) was left
(a) consistency (b) density (c) was leaving (d) has left
(c) quantity (d) frequency SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) Ans : (b) For the above blank space (1) 'was left' will be
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'density' will used because the sentence is in passive voice of simple
be used. Other options are not correct. past tense.
Meaning of other options- Correct Sentence-
Consistency - Relevancy ....their town was left with no manual workers.
Quantity - Magnitude 562. Select the most appropriate option.
Frequency - Recap (a) they (b) it
(c) she (d) he
558. Select the most appropriate option for blank SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
No. (3)
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (2) 'he' will be used
(a) at (b) in
because the subject of the sentence is 'An Italian Mayor'
(c) on (d) into hence subjective case pronoun 'he' is used.
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) Correct Sentence-
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'In' ....In fact he was sweeping the........
preposition will be used. Other options are not correct. 563. Select the most appropriate option.
559. Select the most appropriate option for blank (a) next (b) near
No. (4) (c) neighbour (d) local
(a) uneven (b) differing SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
(c) infrequent (d) rough Ans : (d) For the above blank space (3) 'local' will be
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) used. Other options are not correct.
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'uneven' will Correct Sentence-
be used. Other options are not correct. ....In front of the local church
Meaning of other options- 564. Select the most appropriate option.
Rough - Rude (a) as well (b) alongside
Differ - Distinguish (c) also (d) along
Infrequent - Abnormal SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
560. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans : (b) For the above blank space (4) 'alongside' will
No. (5) be used because when two subject work together then
(a) live (b) survive alongside is used.
(c) subsist (d) remain Correct Sentence-
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 06/06/2019 (Shift-III) ....for market day alongside the deputy Mayor's.....
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565. Select the most appropriate option. Ans : (d) For the above blank space (5) 'capsize' will be
(a) mayor (b) councillor used. Other options are not correct.
(c) worker (d) member Comprehension
SSC CGL (Tier-I) – 04/06/2019 (Shift-II)
Some words have been deleted in the given
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (5) 'worker' will be passage. Fill in the blanks with the given
used because it gives appropriate meaning.
alternatives. Select the most appropriate option
Correct Sentence-
.....The town zerfalio's last worker retired six..... for each blank.
Polar bears roam the Arctic ice sheets and
Comprehension
swim in that region's coastal waters. They are
Read the given passage and fill in the blanks
with the most appropriate options. (1)____ strong swimmers, and their large front
The refugees coming by boat to ltaly have paws, (2)_____ they use to paddle, are (3)_____
already set a record this year. The surge webbed. Some polar bears have been seen
(1)_____ partly from the civil war in Syria, (4)____ hundreds of miles from land, though
which has forced 3 million people to (2)_____ they probably cover most of that (5)_____ by
their homeland. Europe, peaceful, affluent and floating on sheets of ice.
comparatively close-is a preferred (3) ____. It's 571. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
where the desperate meets the developed. Often blank number (1).
with the aid (4)_____ reckless human (a) very (b) so
traffickers, refugees attempt to cross the waters (c) too (d) much
in rubber dinghies that can (5)_____, plunging SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
the occupants into the sea. Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'very' is used
566. Select the most appropriate option to fill in because to specify 'strong' (Adjectiev) 'very' is used as
blank No. 1 an adverb.
(a) is resulting (b) has resulted
(c) have resulted (d) is resulted 572. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) blank number (2).
(a) them (b) whom
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (1) 'has' resulted
will be used is in passive voice (has+V1). (c) those (d) which
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
567. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. 2 Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'which' will be
(a) fleet (b) fled used because Relative pronoun 'which' is use for non-
(c) flee (d) fly living things (Paws).
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) 573. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'flee' will be blank number (3).
used because it gives appropriate meaning to the (a) faintly (b) slightly
sentence. (c) dimly (d) nimbly
568. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
blank No. 3 Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'slightly' will
(a) objective (b) destination be used. Other options are not correct.
(c) purpose (d) target 574. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II)
blank number (4).
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (3) 'Destination' (a) swimming (b) wandering
will be used because it gives appropriate meaning to the (c) hunting (d) running
sentence.
SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
569. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'swimming'
blank No. 4
(a) by (b) of will be used according to the sentence.
(c) for (d) on Meaning of other options–
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) Wandering – Errant
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (4) 'of' will be used Hunting - Chevy
because it gives appropriate meaning. Running - Effluence
570. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 575. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. 5 blank number (5).
(a) inverse (b) convert (a) extent (b) extant
(c) renege (d) capsize (c) distance (d) water
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CPO-SI – 13/12/2019 (Shift-II)
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Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'distance' will Ans : (c) For the above blank space (5) 'along' is used
be used. It gives appropriate meaning. Other options because 'along with' gives appropriate meaning to the
are not correct. sentence.
Meaning of other options – Comprehension
Extent-Region In the following passage some words have been
Extant- Current deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
Comprehension alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
option for each blank.
In the following passage some words have been
Central Park Tower has just become the tallest
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
residential building in the world. The views
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate (1)_____ this building are amazing. The (2)___
option for each blank. of apartments in this skyscraper are (3)______
If you don't have a lump sum to invest in a as the sky. The cheapest apartment (4)______
fixed deposit, you can (1) ––––– opt for a long at $6.7 million, and the most (5)_____ five-
term recurring deposit, (2) –––– the minimum bedroom apartment costs $63 million.
amount of monthly investment is (3) –––– low 581. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
as Rupees 100. At the end of the (4) ––––––– blank No. 1.
you get back the amount invested (5) –––––––– (a) from (b) on
with the interest earned on it. It is a good way (c) up (d) above
of saving money regularly. SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
576. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans : (a) For the above blank space (1) 'from'
blank No. 1. preposition will be used. Other options give different
(a) ensure (b) assured meaning.
(c) surely (d) sure 582. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) blank No. 2.
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (1) 'surely' will be (a) bills (b) prices
(c) values (d) amounts
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
options are not correct.
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (2) 'prices' will be
577. Select the most appropriate option to fill in used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other
blank No. 2. options are not correct.
(a) when (b) wherefore 583. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) where (d) whenever blank No. 3.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) (a) as high (b) high
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'conjunction' (c) highest (d) higher
'where' will be used. Other options are not correct. SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
578. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans : (a) For the above blank space (3) 'as high' will be
blank No. 3. used. Other options are not correct.
(a) so (b) just 584. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) as (d) too blank No. 4.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) (a) start (b) is starting
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (3) 'as' will be used (c) started (d) starts
because as...........as is used as a conjunction in negative SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
and affirmative sentence. Ans : (d) For the above blank space (4) 'starts' will be
used because passage is in present indefinite tense and
579. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the subject "the cheapest" apartment is singular. Hence
blank. No. 4. singular verb will be used.
(a) interval (b) timing
585. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) time (d) tenure blank No. 5.
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) (a) economical (b) extreme
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (4) 'tenure' will be (c) expensive (d) excessive
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Other SSC CPO-SI – 11/12/2019 (Shift-I)
options are not correct. Ans : (c) For the above blank space (5) 'expensive' will
580. Select the most appropriate option to fill in be used according to the sense of the sentence. Other
blank No. 5. options are not correct.
(a) among (b) as well as Economical - Frugal
(c) along (d) besides Extreme - Ultimate
SSC CPO-SI – 12/12/2019 (Shift-I) Excessive – Exorbitant
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Comprehension Comprehension
In the following passage some wods have been In the following passage some words have been
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
alternatives given. Select the most appropiate alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
option for each blank. option for each blank.
If winter seems to be the season for migratory
After coffee had been served in different-sized
birds to flock to warmer climates, summer time
cups and mugs, the chif rose (1) ––––– his place is ideal for wetland birds. (1) ___ fifty
at the head of the table (2) –––– a speech of kilometers from Warangal in Talangana,
welcome, (3) ––––– Aziz translated. Scott made Pakhal lake (2) ____ to be playing host to (3) __
a short (4) ––––– which was applauded even wide variety of flora and fauna (4) _____
before Aziz had been given the (5) –––– to season. Wetland birds from North and Central
interpet what he had said. India come (5) _____ the south in search of
586. Select the most appropriate option to fill in larger water bodies.
blank No. 1. 591. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) from (b) on blank No. 1
(a) Totally (b) But
(c) to (d) into
(c) Nearly (d) Not
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (1) 'from' will be Ans : (c) For the above blank space (1) 'nearly' will be
used because from preposition is used for denote point used as an adverb because it gives appropriate meaning.
of place. 592. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
587. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2
blank No. 2. (a) will seems (b) seems
(a) makes (b) made (c) was seemed (d) seem
(c) to make (d) make SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) Ans : (b) For the above blank space (2) 'seems' will be
used because sentence is in present tense and the subject
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'to make' will be
'Pakhal Lake' of the sentece is singular hence singular
used because (to+v1) infinitive is used as a noun. verb will be used.
588. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Note- Simple present Tense → Sub. + Verb + s/es +
blank No. 3. obj.
(a) which (b) whom 593. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(c) who (d) what blank No. 3
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) (a) one (b) a
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (3) 'which' will be (c) the (d) an
used as a pronoun. Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Note- ‘Which’ is used to thing, ‘Who’ and 'Whom is' Ans : (b) For the above blank space (3) article 'a' will
used to person as a pronoun. be used because to gives indefinit sense in singular
number subject, article 'a' is used.
589. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
594. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. 4. blank No. 4
(a) reply (b) rejoin (a) their (b) these
(c) retort (d) respond (c) this (d) that
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (4) 'reply' will be Ans : (c) For the above blank space (4) 'this' will be
used because it gives appropriate meaning according to used. Other options are not correct.
the sentence. Note-In this sentence ‘this’ is used as a demonstrative
adjective.
590. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. 5. 595. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. 5
(a) probability (b) turning
(a) below (b) towards
(c) chance (d) moment (c) away (d) about
SSC CPO-SI – 09/12/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (5) 'chance' will be Ans : (b) For the above blank space (5) 'towards'
used. Other options are not correct. preposition will be used. Other options are not correct.

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Comprehension 601. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
In the following passage some words have been blank No. 1
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the (a) referred (b) repeated
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate (c) regarded (d) reviewed
option for each blank. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Rivers around the world are (1) ____ with Ans : (c) For the above blank space (1) 'regarded' will
dangerous levels of antibiotics, (2) ___ to a be used. Other options are not correct.
recent study. Concentration of antibiotics in Meaning of other options –
some waterways (3) ___ safety levels by 300 Reviewed - Observe
times. Researchers looked at several (4) ___ Referred – Mentioned
used antibiotics in rivers flowing (5) ___ 72 Repeated - Encore
countries. 602. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
596. Select the most appropriate option for blank blank No. 2
No. 1. (a) on (b) from
(a) fouled (b) contaminated (c) by (d) of
(c) infected (d) tainted SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) Ans : (d) For the above blank space (2) 'of' is used
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (1) 'contaminated' because value is always followed by 'of' preposition.
will be used. Other options are not correct. Other options are not correct.
597. Select the most appropriate option for blank 603. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
No. 2. blank No. 3
(a) according (b) consistent (a) large (b) only
(c) conforming (d) reported (c) every (d) sole
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (2) 'according' will Ans : (c) For the above blank space (3) 'every' will be
be used. Other options are not correct. used because it gives appropriate meaning to the
598. Select the most appropriate option for blank sentence.
No. 3. 604. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) exceeds (b) outpaces blank No. 4
(c) outgrows (d) excels (a) even (b) always
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) ready (d) one
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (3) 'exceeds' will be SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Ans : (b) For the above blank space (4) 'always' will be
599. Select the most appropriate option for blank used. Other options are not correct.
No. 4. Meaning of other options –
(a) badly (b) likely Even - Further
(c) commonly (d) unusually Ready - Prepared
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) 605. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (4) 'commonly' will blank No. 5
be used. Other options are not correct. (a) there (b) the
(c) those (d) this
600. Select the most appropriate option for blank SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-I)
No. 5.
(a) through (b) below Ans : (b) For the above blank space (5) 'the' will be
(c) with (d) above used because when two noun connected with 'and' and
verb is plural then article 'the' is used before both nouns.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –11/07/2019 (Shift-III) Correct sentence :
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (5) 'through' will The promoters and the managers are proud of.
be used because it gives appropriate meaning to the Comprehension
sentence. In the following passage some words have been
Comprehension deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
In the following passage some words have been alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the option for each blank.
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate Long before the dawn of modern
option for each blank. environmental awareness and the stress on
Students of marketing know that the term recycling, our forefathers developed the
Unique Selling Proposition, or USP was practice of eating off banana leaves. It is a
developed in the 1940s in the United States. timeless practice (1)_____ in every Vedic ritual.
USP is (1)_____as the true value (2)_____ a The Vedas refer to (2)____ sacred properties of
firm. At the core of (3)_____successful the banana plant, (3)_____ uniquely bears fruit
business, there is (4)_____ a value proposition, without pollination, the fruits containing no
something (5)_____promoters and the (4)_____. The plant thus (5)_____ fertility and
managers are proud plenty.
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606. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 611. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank No. 1. blank number 1
(a) brought (b) read (a) populous (b) prosperous
(c) found (d) said (c) affluent (d) ambitious
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (1) 'found' will be Ans : (b) For the above blank space (1) 'prosperous'
used. Other options are not correct. will be used. Other options have different meaning.
Brought- Fetch 612. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Read- Study blank number 2
Said- Aforecited (a) illogical (b) illegible
Correct sentence-
(c) illegitimate (d) illiterate
.....It is a timeless practice found in every Vedic ritual.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
607. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (2) 'illiterate' will
blank No. 2.
(a) an (b) one be used. Other options are not correct.
(c) the (d) a Illogical- Irrelevant
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) Illegible- Vague
Illegitimate- Clandestine
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'the' will be
used because "sacred properties" is a definite noun. 613. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Hence definite article 'the' will be used. blank number 3
Correct sentence- (a) attend (b) coexist
The Vedas refer to the sacred properties..... (c) accompany (d) coincide
608. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
blank No. 3. Ans : (c) For the above blank space (3) 'accompany'
(a) which (b) where will be used. Other options have different meaning.
(c) whom (d) who Attend- Report
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) Coexist- Accounting
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (3) 'which' will be Coincide- Concur
used because 'which' pronoun is used for non-living 614. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
things (The Vedas) and 'who' is used for Living things. blank number 4
However 'that' is used both cases. (a) for (b) from
609. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) on (d) through
blank No. 4. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) branches (b) seeds Ans : (a) For the above blank space (4) 'For' preposition
(c) leaves (d) roots will be used. Other options are not correct.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) 615. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (4) 'seeds' will be blank number 5
used. Other options are not correct. (a) wages (b) prize
Branches- Knag (c) reward (d) bonus
Leaves- Foliage SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Roots- Foundation
610. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans : (a) For the above blank space (5) 'wages' will be
blank No. 5.
used. Other options give different meaning.
(a) refers (b) explains
(c) symbolises (d) means Meaning of other options –
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –09/07/2019 (Shift-II) Prize- Guerdon
Reward- Bounty
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (5) 'symbolises'
Bonus- Regalia
will be used because it gives appropriate meaning.
Other options are not correct. Comprehension
Comprehension In the following passage some words have been
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
deleted. Fill in the blank with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
option for each blank. Each child deserves love and care. The child
As the rains receded I got a strange job. Our who is (1)____ for what he is even if he is slow
neighbor, a (1)___ merchant decided to become or (2)____, will grow with confidence in
a politician. But he was (2)____ so he wanted himself. He will (3)____ the ability to make the
me to (3)___ him everywhere he went and read best use of the (4)____ which come his way and
and write (4)____ him. For my work I was to make light of any (5)____ that may pose
be paid decent (5)____ difficulties in his path.
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616. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Comprehension
blank number 1 In the following passage some words have been
(a) appreciated (b) thanked deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
(c) rebuked (d) jeered alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) option for each blank.
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (1) 'appreciated' In july 1937, the Japanese used an incident to
will be used. Other options are not correct. provoke a war. They (1)_____China and
Meaning of other options– occupied a major portion (2) ____ it. Chinese
Thanked- Pay tribute and Japanese (3)____clashed in northern
Rebuked- Vilify China throwing the entire country into
Jeered- Submissive (4)____Millions of people were shot (5)____
617. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the death.
blank number 2 621. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) clumsy (b) capable blank number 1
(c) clever (d) courteous (a) extended (b) included
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) invaded (d) persueded
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (2) 'clumsy' will be SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
used because it gives an appropriate meaning to the Ans : (c) For the above blank space (1) 'invaded' will be
sentence. Other options give different meaning. used because sentence is in past tense. Other options are
Meaning of other options– not correct.
Capable- Competent Meaning of other options –
Clever- Devious Extended- Enhanced
Courteous- Submissive Included- Connected
618. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the Persuaded- Fiducial
blank number 3 622. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) maintain (b) develop blank number 2
(c) conceal (d) consider (a) for (b) from
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) (c) of (d) by
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (3) 'develop' will SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
be used. Other options have different meaning. Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'of' will be used
Meaning of other options – because 'of' preposition is use with portion and after that
Maintain- Preserve noun/pronouns is used.
Conceal- Wrap Correct sentence-
Consider- Ponder .....A major portion of it.....
619. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 623. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 4 blank number 3
(a) opportunities (b) dreams (a) mobs (b) troops
(c) favours (d) threats (c) crowds (d) caravans
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (4) 'opportunities' Ans : (b) For the above blank space (3) 'troops' will be
will be used. Other options have different meaning. used. Other options are not correct.
Meaning of other options – Meaning of other options –
Dreams- Reverie Mobs- Horde
Favours- Bias Crowds- Throng
Threats- Bluster Caravans- Camelcade
620. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the 624. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 5 blank number 4
(a) consequences (b) intrusions (a) tranquility (b) turmoil
(c) prohibitions (d) handicaps (c) peace (d) progress
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –08/07/2019 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (5) 'handicaps' will Ans : (b) For the above blank space (4) 'turmoil' will be
be used because it gives an appropriate meaning to the used. Other options have different meaning.
sentence. Other options have different meaning. Meaning of other options –
Consequences- Outcome Tranquility- Serenity
Intrusions- Infraction Peace- Calm
Prohibitions- Taboo Progress - Stride

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625. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 629. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 5 blank number 4
(a) for (b) on (a) produced (b) presented
(c) in (d) to (c) perplexed (d) prepared
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (5) 'to' will be used Ans : (a) For the above blank space (4) 'produced' will
because 'to' preposition is used after 'shot' which means be used. Other options gives different meaning.
Meaning of other options –
'fire'. Other options are not correct.
Presented- Submitted
Meaning of other option
Perplexed- Abashed
Shoot – from' somethings Prepared- Vigilant
Shoot- at' somethings
630. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Shoot- to' somebody
blank number 5
Correct sentence- (a) for (b) by
.....millions of people were shot to death. (c) to (d) from
Comprehension SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
In the following passage some words have been Ans : (c) For the above blank space (5) 'to' will be used
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the because comparision is always followed by to/with
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate proposition.
option for each blank. Correct sentence-
Spain and ltaly have produced the .....men of science in comparison to artists and poets.
(1)____painters and sculptors because (2)_____ Comprehension
fine arts appeal more to the (3)____an to the In the following passage some words have been
intellect. These countries have (4)____ very few deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
men of science in comparison (5)_____ artists alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
and poets. option for each blank.
626. Select the most appropriate option to fill in In one of the most high-profile localities in the
blank number 1 capital, hundreds of (1) ___ walk across an
(a) more greater (b) great unmanned railway track (2) ____ day to get to
(c) greater (d) greatest school. Lakshman (3) ____ his way down the
rock steps (4) ____ lead to the railway track
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II)
behind his settlement. He (5) ____ in the
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (1) 'greatest' will be affirmative when asked if the track scares him.
used because superlative degree (greatest) is used as an "I have fallen down these steps so many times
adjective after article 'the'. during the monsoon. But these is no other way
Correct sentence- to walk to school," he says.
Spain and Italy have produced the greatest painters... 631. Select the most appropriate option for blank
627. Select the most appropriate option to fill in No. 1
blank number 2 (a) men (b) people
(a) this (b) that (c) women (d) children
(c) what (d) these SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) Ans : (d) For the above blank space (1) 'children' will
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (2) 'these' will be be used. Other options are not correct.
used according to sense of the sentence. Correct sentence-
..... hundred of children walk across an........
Correct sentence-
......and sculptors because these fine arts appeal 632. Select the most appropriate option for blank
No. 2
more.......
(a) some (b) all
628. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) every (d) whole
blank number 3 SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) imagination (b) creation Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'every' will be
(c) ambition (d) situation used in sense of everyday other options give different
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –05/07/2019 (Shift-II) meaning.
Ans :(a) For the above blank space (3) 'imagination' Meaning of other options–
will be used. Other options are not correct. All day- An entire day
Meaning of other options – Some day- Sometime
Creation- Erection Whole day- All day
Ambition- Vanity Correct sentence-
Situation- State ....railway track every day to get to school.....
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633. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans : (c) For the above blank space (2) 'at' preposition
No. 3 will be used because 'at' preposition is used with
(a) had made (b) makes disappointment. Other option are not correct.
(c) was making (d) make 638. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I) blank number 3
Ans : (b) For the above blank space (3) 'makes' will be (a) invaded (b) coallenged
used because singular verb (makes) is used for singular (c) occupied (d) conquered
subject (Lakshman). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
....Lakshman makes his way down the....... Ans : (d) For the above blank space (3) 'conquered' will
634. Select the most appropriate option for blank be used. Other option have different meaning.
No. 4 Meaning of other options –
(a) whom (b) what Invade- Assail
(c) who (d) which Challenge- Defiance
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I) 639. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (4) 'which' will be blank number 4
used because according to sense of the sentence 'which' (a) be leaving (b) left
pronoun gives an appropriate meaning. (c) had left (d) have left
Meaning of other options – SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Correct sentence- Ans : (d) For the above blank space (4) 'have left' will
....his way down the rocky steps which lead to the...... be used because sentence is in present perfect tense.
Correct sentence :
635. Select the most appropriate option for blank
It would have been nice to have left the Everest as an
No. 5
unassailable part of Earth.
(a) shakes (b) salutes
(c) nods (d) winks 640. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank number 5
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(a) unavailed (b) unusual
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (5) 'nods' will be (c) unassailable (d) unruly
used. Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III)
Shakes- Oscillate Ans : (c) For the above blank space (5) 'unassailable'
Winks- Cilium will be used. Other options give different meaning.
Salutes- Viva Meaning of other options –
Comprehension Unusual- Abnormal
In the following passage some words have been Unruly- Rampant
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the Comprehension
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate In the following passage some words have been
option for each blank. deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
"Tenzing and Hillary have done it! Mount alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
Everest has been conquered!" This news option for each blank.
evoked (1)______ reactions. Somehow, there People make plastic products by mixing the
was a sense of disappointment (2)____ the fact plastic with additives. The additives (1) ––––––
that the great mountain had been (3)______. It it difficult to recycle the plastic. To recycle
would have been nice to (4)_____ the Everest as plastic things, (2) ––––– grind them up first,
an (5)_____ part of the Earth. but this new (3) ––––– is not easy to use again.
636. Select the most appropriate option to fill in A laboratory in California made a new type (4)
blank number 1 –––––– plastic to deal with this problem. (5) ––
(a) intruding (b) intimate –––– scientists put the new plastic in a highacid
(c) interesting (d) inspired solution, the plastic and the additives break
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III) apart. People can then easily reuse the plastic.
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (1) 'interesting' will 641. Select the most appropriate option for blank
be used. Other options are not correct. No. 1.
Meaning of other options – (a) make (b) makes
Intrude- Encroach (c) is making (d) was making
Inspired- Embolden SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
637. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'make' will be
blank number 2 used because subject is plural and sentence is present
(a) on (b) of tense. Hence verb is used in first form without (s/es).
(c) at (d) for Correct sentence :
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –04/07/2019 (Shift-III) The additives make it difficult to recycle the plastic.

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642. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'undergoing'
No. 2. will be used. Other options give different meaning.
(a) persons (b) personnel Meaning of other options –
(c) human beings (d) people Undermining - Reduce
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) Understanding- Perception
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'people' will Undertaking- Initiation
be used because people is used as a subject. Correct Sentence-
Correct sentence : .... the bell inside have been undergoing renovation.
To recycle plastic things, people grind them up first.
647. Select the most appropriate option for blank
643. Select the most appropriate option for blank No 2.
No. 3. (a) need (b) was needing
(a) component (b) material
(c) is needed (d) has needed
(c) thing (d) object
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'has needed'
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'material' will
be used. Other options are not correct. will be used because sentence is in present perfect
Correct Sentence : tense. Its rule is-
But this new material is not easy to use again. Subject + has/have + verbIIIrd form + Object + Other
words
644. Select the most appropriate option for blank
No. 4. Correct sentence-
(a) to (b) with .... 160 years old and has needed regular maintenance.
(c) in (d) of 648. Select the most appropriate option for blank
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) No 3.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'of' will be (a) About (b) For
used because 'of' preposition is used with type. (c) Before (d) In
Note- Type of something. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
Correct sentence : Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'For' will be
A laboratory in California made a new type of plastic used because sentence is in past perfect continuous
to deal with this problem. tense. Its structure is-
645. Select the most appropriate option for blank Subject + had been + verb + ing + object + since/for +
No. 5. time
(a) But (b) Until Note- 'Since' is used for period of time 'for' is used for
(c) When (d) Then point of time.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –03/07/2019 (Shift-II) Correct sentence-
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'When' will be For many years people had been painting the hands .....
used. Other options are not correct. 649. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Correct sentence : No 4.
When scientist put the new plastic in a high acid (a) to (b) of
solution. (c) at (d) for
Comprehension SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
In the following passage some words have been Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'of' will be
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the used because in sense of possessive case 'of' is used.
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
Other options are not correct.
option for each blank.
Correct Sentence :
Big Ben is the UK's most iconic symbol. Since
.... the hands and numbers of the clock black, but ....
2017, the Elizabeth Tower and the bell inside
have been (1) ––––– renovation. The structure 650. Select the most appropriate option for blank
is 160 years old and (2) –––– regular No 5.
maintenance. (3) –––– many years, people had (a) imparted (b) invented
been painting the hands and numbers (4) –––– (c) discovered (d) concealed
the clock black, but last Thursday, the workers SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I)
(5) –––– the clock's original colour, Prussian Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'discovered'
Blue! will be used because it gives an appropriate meaning to
646. Select the most appropriate option for blank the sentence. Other options are not correct.
No 1. Meaning of other options –
(a) undermining (b) understanding Imparted- Render
(c) undergoing (d) undertaking Invented- Devise
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-I) Concealed- Cryptic
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Comprehension Comprehension
In the following passage some words have been In the following passage some words have been
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
option for each blank. option for each number. The small farming
Trade on the New York Stock Exchange was
community of Modlareuth, located halfway
(1)_____ to a standstill on an autumn day
(2)______1994. The culprit for the outage between Berlin and Munich in rural Germany,
(3)______ a squirrel that had chewed through is home to around 50 people and has just one
a power line near the computer center of the pub. And yet it (1)______ tens of thousands of
(4)____ in Tumbull, Connecticut. The visitors a year. Upon arrival, (2)______ reason
shutdown (5)_____ lasted for half-an-hour, for this is clear. Among the 18 houses and
resulted in the NYSE operating at 85 percent farms (3)______ a 100m-long strip of concrete
capacity. white wall, (4)______ was once part of the
651. Select the most appropriate option for blank former border between East and West
No. 1 Germany meaning that one (5)______.
(a) worked (b) happened 656. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(c) taken (d) brought
blank no. 1.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
(a) is attracted (b) attract
Ans : (d) For the above blank space (1) 'brought' will be
used because Passive voice always followed by (c) will attract (d) attracts
was/were+v3. Other options are not correct. SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
652. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'attracts' will
No. 2 be used because subject 'it' is singular. Hence singular
(a) in (b) by verb is used.
(c) at (d) one 657. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) blank no. 2.
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (2) preposition 'in' (a) any (b) one
will be used because period of time is given. Other (c) a (d) the
option are not true. SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
653. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'the' will be
No. 3
(a) is (b) were used because 'reason' is used in definite sense in the
(c) was (d) has sentence. Hence definite article 'the' will be used.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II) 658. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (3) 'was' will be blank no. 3.
used because sentence is in past tense and subject is (a) are (b) were
singular. (c) is (d) was
654. Select the most appropriate option for blank SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
No. 4 Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'is' will be
(a) town (b) store used because when two plural nouns connected with
(c) exchange (d) bank 'and' and article 'the' is used before first noun then it
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
show unit sense.Hence singular verb is used.
Ans : (c) For the above blank space (4) 'exchange' will
be used. Other options are not correct. 659. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Meaning of other options – blank no. 4.
Town- Burg (a) this (b) whom
Store- Shop (c) which (d) who
Bank- Coast SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
655. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'which' will be
No. 5 used because Relative pronoun 'which' is used for non-
(a) which (b) what living things. Other options are not correct.
(c) who (d) whom
660. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) –02/07/2019 (Shift-II)
blank no. 5.
Ans : (a) For the above blank space (5) 'which' will be
used because relative pronoun which is used for non- (a) part (b) piece
living things. (c) branch (d) component
Correct sentence : SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-I)
The shutdown which lasted for half an hour, resulted in Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'part' will be
the NYSE operating at 85 percent capacity. used. Other options are not correct.

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Comprehension Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'unaffordable'
In the following passage some words have been will be used. Other options given different meaning.
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the Uncomfortable – Inconvenient
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate Unbearable – Unmanageable
option for each number. Uncouth – Comical
Malti had to wait long to see her son, Abhik.
Comprehension
She had worked hard to (1)______ her
In the following passage some words have been
husband’s last wish that Abhik should
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
(2)______ his higher education at Cambridge.
Abhik (3)______ to be meritorious and alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
hardworking and had secured a seat. Making option for each number.
ends meet was (4)______ and a trip back home The Amazon is the world’s largest tropical
in the vacation, (5)____ for the mother and son. rainforest. It is (1)______ the size of the
661. Select the most appropriate option to fill in continent of Australia and covers (2)______
blank no. 1. area of nearly 2.8 million square miles. The
(a) finish (b) perform Amazon rainforest gets its life from the
(c) fulfil (d) produce (3)______ Amazon River which runs through
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) the heart (4)______ the region. The rainforest
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'fulfil' will be is simply the drained basin for the river and its
used. Other options have different meaning. (5)______. The vast forest consists of four
Meaning of other options – layers, each featuring its own ecosystems and
Finish - Fulfill specially adapted plants and animals.
Perform – Execution 666. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Produce - Output blank no. 1.
662. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) roughly (b) specially
blank no. 2. (c) similarly (d) totally
(a) approach (b) pursue SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) delete (d) provide Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'roughly'
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) (adverb) will be used. Other options give different
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'pursue' will meaning.
be used. Other options are not correct. Specially - Mainly
Meaning of other options – Similarly - Alike
Approach - Outlook Totally – Altogether
Delete – Remove 667. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Provide - Endow blank no. 2.
663. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) some (b) an
blank no. 3. (c) a (d) one
(a) prove (b) had proved SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) will prove (d) is proving Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'an' will be
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) used because indefinte article 'an' is used before which
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'had proved' pronounciation is vowel sound.
will be used because sentence is in past perfect tense.
668. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
664. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
blank no. 4. (a) major (b) magnetic
(a) severe (b) difficult (c) mejor (d) majestic
(c) inspiring (d) worthy SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'Majestic' will
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'difficult' will be used because it gives an appropriate meaning to the
be used. Other options are not correct.
sentence.
Meaning of other options –
Severe - Dauce 669. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Inspiring - Prompt blank no. 4.
Worthy – Competent (a) on (b) in
(c) of (d) at
665. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II)
blank no. 5.
(a) uncomfortable (b) unbearable Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'of' will be
(c) unaffordable (d) uncouth used because to show possession preposition 'of' is
SSC CPO-SI – 25/11/2020 (Shift-II) used.

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670. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'with'
blank no. 5. preposition will be used.
(a) tributaries (b) continents Note-'with' to explain where things are.
(c) tributes (d) rainforests Meaning of other options –
SSC CPO-SI – 23/11/2020 (Shift-II) Through – Process of something
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'tributaries' Of – Quantify a time or measurement
will be used. Other options have different meaning. By – Means of something
Continents – Mainland 675. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Tributes – Pewter blank no. 5.
Rainforests – Tropical woods (a) influenced (b) determined
Comprehension (c) attached (d) altered
In the following passage some words have been SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II)
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'influenced'
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate will be used. Other options have different meaning.
option for each number. Attached – Engaged
Alfred Hitchcock was a man with vivid Altered – Changed
imagination, (1)______ skills and a passion for Comprehension
life. With his (2)______ style and God-gifted In the following passage some words have been
wit he produced and directed (3)______ of the deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
most thrilling films that had the audience alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
swooning (4)______ fright and falling off their option for each blank.
seats with laughter. He was greatly (5)______ Smart phones have become an essential part of
by American films and magazines. our lives and their (1) _______ usage is now
671. Select the most appropriate option to fill in impacting human behaviour. We need to (2)
blank no. 1. ______ think about digital detox! Yes the
(a) creative (b) clever concept of disconnecting with (3) ______
(c) leading (d) original virtual world in not just a fad. It's the need of
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) the hour today. The Global Brand Director of
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'crative' will the smart phone Vivo in his speech nudged all
be used. Other options are not correct. smart phone users (4) _______ a step backward
Clever – Crafty and think. He said, "He said, "Let's (5) ______
Leading – Salient our mobiles and pledge to be closer and nearer
Original – Prime to our loved ones."
672. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 676. Select the most appropriate option for blank
blank no. 2. number 1.
(a) separate (b) dull (a) exceedingly (b) excessive
(c) unique (d) ordinary (c) exceeding (d) exceed
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'unique' will Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'excessive'
be used according to sense of the sentence. Other will be used. Other options are not correct.
option have different meaning. 677. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Separate – Distinct number 2.
Dull - Floppy (a) serious (b) seriously
Ordinary - Mediocre (c) series (d) seriousness
673. Select the most appropriate option to fill in SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
blank no. 3. Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'seriously' will
(a) any (b) some be used because here need an adverb. Other options are
(c) much (d) more different from part of speech.
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) 678. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'some' will be number 3.
used. Other options are not correct. (a) the (b) any
674. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (c) many (d) a
blank no. 4. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I)
(a) by (b) through Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'the' will be
(c) of (d) with used because 'virtual word' is a definite noun hence
SSC CPO-SI – 24/11/2020 (Shift-II) definite article 'the' will be used.
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679. Select the most appropriate option for blank 683. Select the most appropriate options for blank
number 4. No. 3.
(a) takes (b) to take (a) such (b) however
(c) taken (d) to taking (c) which (d) when
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'to take' will Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'when'
be used because here need a noun form, hence (to+v1) (conjunction) will be used because it gives suitable
will be used. meaning. Other options give diefferet meaning.
680. Select the most appropriate option for blank Thus, the correct answer is option (d)
number 5. 684. Select the most appropriate options for blank
(a) switch in (b) switch off No. 4.
(c) switch over (d) switch up (a) quickly (b) lastly
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-I) (c) originally (d) firstly
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'witch off' will SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
be used because it gives suitable meaning. Other Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'originally'
options are not correct. (Adverb) will be used. Other options give different
Correct sentence meaning.
'Let's switch off our mobiles' Other options are-
Comprehension Quickly means Hastily
In the following passage some words have been Lastly means Eventually
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the Firstly means At first
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate 685. Select the most appropriate options for blank
option for each blank. No. 5.
We do not want to condemn the word. It is (a) have retained (b) has retained
after all a mighty instrument, it is the means by (c) retained (d) will retained
(1) _______ we tell each other of our emotions SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III)
the way in which we influence others. Words
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'has retained'
can do (2) ______ good but also cause terrible
will be used because subject 'it' is singular. Hence
injuries. It is true that at first there was the
deed, the word came later. It was in some singular helping verb 'has' will be used.
respects a cultural progress (3) _______ the Comprehension
deed became word. But the word was In the following passage some words have been
(4)_______ a spell, a magical act, and it (5) deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
_______ much of its power. alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
681. Select the most appropriate options for blank option for each blank.
No. 1. Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in
(a) that (b) whose India located near Hospet town in the
(c) what (d) which Karnatake state, India. (1) ______ the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III) attractions of Hampi (2) _______ beautiful
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'which' temples, ruins of palaces (3) ________ of
(Relative pronoun) will be used which is used as a aquatic structures, ancient market streets,
conjunction in the sentence. Other option are not royal pavilions, bastions, royal platforms,
correct. treasury buildings ..... the list is practically (4)
Thus the correct answer is option (d). ______. Most of the visitors of Hampi arrive at
682. Select the most appropriate options for blank the well-connected Hospet Junction railway
No. 2. station, (5) _______ about 13km from Hampi.
(a) miserable (b) immeasurable Roads to Hampi are in great shape. Driving all
(c) numerable (d) countable the way to Hampi from the neighbouring cities
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-III) is not a bad idea either.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'immeasurable' 686. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
will be used because here good is acting as an blank number 1.
uncountable noun and before it an adjective expressing (a) Along (b) Among
unaccountability is needed. (c) Aside (d) Away
Other options are- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Countable - Numerable Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'among' will
Numerable - Countable be used because plural number noun is used.
Miserable - Destitute Thus, the correct answer is option (b)
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687. Select the most appropriate option to fill in 691. Select the most appropriate option for blank
blank number 2. number 1.
(a) was (b) is (a) their (b) its
(c) were (d) are (c) his (d) one's
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'are' will be Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'its' will be
used because sentence is in present tense and the used because its use for Roman Civilization. Other
subject 'the attractions of Hampi' of the sentence is in options have different meaning.
plural. Hence verb also plural. 692. Select the most appropriate option for blank
688. Select the most appropriate option to fill in number 2.
blank number 3. (a) sea (b) islands
(a) revenues (b) remains (c) country (d) land
(c) returns (d) refunds SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'land' will be
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'remains' will be used because it gives suitable meaning according to the
used because it gives an appropriate meaning. Other passage. Other options have different meaning.
options are not correct. 693. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Other options are- number 3.
Revenues means Finances (a) have (b) are
Returns - means Back (c) were (d) had
Refunds - means Repay SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
689. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (3) 'were' will be
blank number 4. used because subject (countries) is plural and sentence
(a) finite (b) written is in past tense.
(c) endless (d) finished 694. Select the most appropriate option for blank
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) number 4.
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'endless' will (a) controlled (b) regulated
(c) governed (d) conducted
be used. Other options are not correct.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Other options are-
Finite means limited Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'governed' will
Written means blake and white be used. Other options have different meaning.
Finished means Ended Controlled means Disciplined
Regulated means To govern
690. Select the most appropriate option to fill in Conducted means Control
blank number 5.
695. Select the most appropriate option for blank
(a) located (b) fitted
number 5.
(c) settled (d) placed
(a) themselves (b) ourselves
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-II) (c) himself (d) yourself
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'located' will SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-II)
be used. Other options are not correct. Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'themselves'
Other options are- will be used 'Reflexive Pronoun' themselves is used for
Fitted means appropriate 'the people'. Other options are not correct.
Settled means stable Ourselves - we
Placed means space Himself - he
Comprehension Yourself - you
In the following passage, some words have been Comprehension
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the In the following passage some words have been
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
option for each blank. alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
Roman civilization emerged around the sixth option for each blank.
century BC. At the height of (1) ______ power, The Ken Gharial Sanctuary is a wildlife
the Roman Empire ruled over a huge chunk of sanctuary near Panna in Madhya Pradesh. It is
(2) ______, and all the present-day part (1) ______ the gharials Conservation
Mediterranean countries (3) ______ part of association where captive bred gharials (2)
ancient Rome. Early Rome was (4) ______ by ______ released to help regenerate the gharial
kings, but later, the people took control over ecosystem. (3) ______ is located at the Ken
their own city and ruled (5) ______.They River, north of Panna National Park. Here you
introduced a council known as the Senate can also (4) ______ the majestic Raneh Falls on
which ruled over them. From this point, Rome the Ken River. The Sanctuary is (5) ______ for
was referred to as the Roman Republic. visitors during monsoon season.
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696. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'another' will
number 1. be used because one-another is used to give suitable
(a) with (b) of meaning of the sentence.
(c) in (d) at
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) 702. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'of' blank no. 2
preposition will be used because 'part of something' is (a) station (b) situation
used. Other options have different meaning. (c) relation (d) location
697. Select the most appropriate option for blank SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
number 2. Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'situation' will
(a) had (b) are be used. Other options have different meaning.
(c) is (d) was 703. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) blank no. 3
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'are' will be (a) participate (b) think
used because its subject (Gharials) is plural and (c) figure (d) fight
sentence is in present tense. Hence, plural verb will be
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
used.
698. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (3) 'fight' will be
number 3. used. Other options are not correct.
(a) That (b) It Other options are-
(c) These (d) This Participate means partake
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) Think means consider
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'It' will be Figure means calculation
used because it is used for 'The ken Gharial Sanctuary' 704. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
which is non-living subject and 'it' pronoun is used. blank no. 4
699. Select the most appropriate option for blank (a) time (b) difference
number 4. (c) place (d) matter
(a) look (b) see SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
(c) climb (d) regard
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'matter' will
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'see' will be be used which gives an appriopriate meaning
used. Other options are not suitable for passage. according to sense of the sentence.
700. Select the most appropriate option for blank 705. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
number 5. blank no. 5
(a) locked (b) closed (a) laborious (b) glorious
(c) finished (d) banned (c) spurious (d) curious
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/10/2020 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'closed' will Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'glorious' will
be used. Other options are not correct. be used. Other options have different meaning.
Other options are-
Laborious means Studious
Locked means Closed
Finished means Complete Spurious means Fictitious
Banned means Restricted Curious means Anxious
Comprehension Comprehension
In the following passage some words have been In the following passage some words have been
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
option for each blank. option for each blank.
The two men bowed to one (1) ______ and Jonas Karlsson and Ruth Osborne are two
parted. Tom found himself in a difficult (2) chefs who (1)______ about promoting zero
_______. He was going to (3) _______ three waste in cooking, whether it is (2)______
duels in a (4) _______ of three hours. : "Even if
restaurants or at home. It means using every
I am killed, it will be a (5) _______ death," he
thought. part of a food (3)______. So for example, you
701. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the needn’t peel carrots. You can (4)______ scrub
blank no. 1 off the surface lightly and cook them You can
(a) another (b) each also find ways (5)______ and recycle by-
(c) other (d) self products like using coffee grounds to make
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 20/10/2020 (Shift-III) biscuits.
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706. Select the most appropriate option for blank 711. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
No. 1. blank number 1.
(a) are passionately (b) was passionate (a) is (b) was
(c) are passionate (d) were passionate (c) had (d) were
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'are Ans. (b) For the above blank space (1) 'was' will be
passionate' will be used because when relative pronoun used because sentence is in past tense and the subject of
(who, which, that) come in a sentence, then its verb the sentence is singular. Since sentence is in passive
use as per precendent. so 'two chiefs' is plural and verb hence "was + v3" will be used. Other options are not
also use as 'plural'. Other options are not correct. correct form of verb.
707. Select the most appropriate option for blank 712. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
No. 2. blank number 2.
(a) what (b) who
(a) upon (b) in
(c) which (d) where
(c) into (d) on
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (c) For the above blank space (2) 'which' will be
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'in' will be used because which is used for non-living thing as a
used. Which give suitable meaning to the sentence. relative pronoun in subjective case. Other options are
708. Select the most appropriate option for blank not correct.
No. 3. 713. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
(a) production (b) product blank number 3.
(c) productive (d) producer (a) by (b) for
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) from (d) since
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) 'product' will SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
be used because food is used before blank space. Other Ans. (b) For the above blank space (3) 'for' will be
options have different meaning. used. Other options have different meaning.
Production means Manufacture Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Productive means Fertile 714. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
709. Select the most appropriate option for blank blank number 4.
No. 4. (a) if (b) but
(a) just (b) rarely (c) nor (d) and
(c) seldom (d) never SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III) Ans. (d) For the above blank space (4) 'and' will be
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) 'just' will be used because connected for two clause 'and' conjunction
used. Other options have different meaning. will be used. Other options are not correct.
710. Select the most appropriate option for blank 715. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
No. 5. blank number 5.
(a) to redo (b) to reuse (a) example (b) infrastructure
(c) to redone (d) to reused (c) ruin (d) organization
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 13/10/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-III)
Ans. (a) For the above blank space (5) 'example' will be
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (5) 'to reuse' will
used. Other options have different meaning.
be used. Other options have different meaning.
Infrastructure means Framework
Note- After Infinitive 'to' verb will be used in basic form.
Ruin means Destruction
Comprehension Organization means Institution
In the following passage some words have been Comprehension
deleted. Fill in the blank with the help of the In the following passage some words have been
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
option for each blank. alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
A city, predominantly made of red sandstone, option for each blank.
Fatehpur Sikri (1)____ founded in the 16th A recent census of waterbirds conducted as a
century by the Mughal Emperor, Akbar. It is part of Asian Waterbird Census (1) ––––– an
essentially a fortified city (2)____had been the increase in their population in Najafgarh Jheel
capital of Akbar (3)_____fifteen years. Now a this year. The census also showed a (2) ––––– in
UNESCO world heritage site (4) _____a the number of threatened species. Last year,
famous tourist attraction, it is a fine (5)____of the number of waterbird species were thirty-
Mughal architecture. one which climbed to fifty-four this year, while
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the threatened variety (3) –––– from four to six Comprehension
in the same duration. The region also saw a In the following passage some words have been
healthy monsoon in 2019, which would have (4) deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
–––––– impacted the quality of habitat, making alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
it (5) –––– to more birds. option for each blank.
716. Select the most appropriate option for blank The choices we make in life determine who we
number 1. are. One's life is (1) ______ marked by the
(a) reaped (b) played exemplary choices one has made (2) ______
(c) recorded (d) responded one's journey. The mega icon Ratan Tata has
described his journey (3) ______ being a seven-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III)
year-old boy who played his (4) ______ the
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) 'recorded' will freedom struggle to being moved by the plight
be used. Other options have different meaning. of a family on a two-wheeler which became the
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). genesis of the world's most (5) ______ car the
717. Select the most appropriate option for blank Tata Nano.
number 2. 721. Select the most appropriate option for blank
(a) growth (b) slowdown number 1.
(c) wealth (d) health (a) rarely (b) often
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) (c) seldom (d) never
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Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (2) 'growth' will
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'often' will be
be used. Other options are not correct. used. Other options are not correct.
Other words are-
722. Select the most appropriate option for blank
slowdown means Decelecration number 2.
health means Well being (a) upon (b) toward
718. Select the most appropriate option for blank (c) into (d) along
number 3. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(a) rose (b) is risen Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'along' will be
(c) rises (d) had risen used. Other options are not correct.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) 723. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'Rose' (V2) number 3.
will be used. Other options have different meaning. (a) from (b) above
Thus, the correct answer is option (b). (c) though (d) for
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
719. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'from'
number 4. (preposition) will be used because it gives suitable
(a) decently (b) deftly meaning according to the sentence.
(c) dutily (d) directly 724. Select the most appropriate option for blank
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) number 4.
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (4) 'direrctly' will (a) part with (b) part of
be used because we used 'Adverb Directly' to modify (c) part in (d) part from
verb. Other options are not correct. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Other words are- Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'part in' will be
Decently means correctly used because it is a phrase which meaning "Play part in
Deftly means skillfully something". Other options have different meaning.
Dutily means Devoted Other words are-
Part with means To give up control
720. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Part of means Element
number 5. Part from means Abandon
(a) unattractive (b) possible
725. Select the most appropriate option for blank
(c) attractive (d) impossible number 5.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 15/10/2020 (Shift-III) (a) economical (b) economize
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'attractive' will (c) economist (d) economic
be used. Other options have different meaning. SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 12/10/2020 (Shift-II)
Other options are- Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'economical'
unattractive means Uncharming will be used because it gives an appropriate meaning
possible means Eventual according to the sentence. Other options have different
impossible means Improbable meaning.

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Comprehension Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (5) 'Dialogues'
In the following passage some words have been will be used which means conversation. It gives
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the appropriate meaning as per passage.
alternatives given. select the most appropriate Other options are-
option for each blank. Monologues means A long speech by one person
One day Willy stumbled upon a novel in a Prologue means Introduction
(1)___bookshop–a Perry Mason book written epilogue means Postscript.
by Erle Stanley Gardner. He (2)___the book Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
simply because the title of the book cover Comprehension
looked comprehension. Although it was an In the following passage some words have been
unbridged book willy was able (3)______ it was deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
sufficient (4)______ comprehension. This was alternatives given.
partly because the novel contained(5) ____ Studies have shown that there is no standard
written in simple, conversational language. advice one can (1) ____to parents. Some
726. Select the most appropriate option for blank guidelines however, may (2)_____The first one
No.1. is that children are all different and there is no
(a) local (b) locals one way (3)____bringing them up. Each child
(c) location (d) localize should be treated as (4)____individual The
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) second is that heredity is important, both for
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (1) 'local' will be intelligence and (5)_____.
used because it gives appropriate meaning. Thus, the 731. Select the most appropriate option for blank
correct answer is option (a). No.1.
727. Select the most appropriate option for blank (a) giving (b) give
No.2. (c) given (d) gave
(a) picked on (b) picked at SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
(c) picked in (d) picked up Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (1) 'give' will be
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) used because modal verb always take first form of verb
Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (2) 'picked up' can+v1 .
will be used which means 'To improve'. One can give to parents.
Other option are- Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
Picked on means To Criticize 732. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Picked at means To pull or touch something several No.2.
times. (a) was provided (b) be provided
Picked in means To Choose somebody. (c) is provide (d) being provided
Thus, the correct answer is option (d). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
728. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'be provided'
No.3. will be used because the sentence in passive voice.
(a) attractive (b) attracted Modal + be + v3 .
(c) attract (d) attraction Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) 733. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'attractive' will No.3.
be used because it is 'adjective' which qulify book (a) by (b) of
cover. (c) from (d) off
Thus, the correct answer is option (a). SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
729. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (3) preposition
No. 4. 'of' will be used because it gives correct meaning of the
(a) reading (b) to reading sentence.
(c) to read (d) read The correct sentence is-
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) 'There is no one way of bringing them up.'
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (4) 'To read' will 734. Select the most appropriate option for blank
be used because to+verb1 is used as a 'Noun' which is No.4.
suitable for blank space. (a) an (b) many
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). (c) a (d) that
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II)
730. Select the most appropriate option for blank
No. 5. Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (4) article 'an' will
(a) monologues (b) prologue be used because here 'individual' indicates to a vowel
(c) epilogue (d) dialogues sound.
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 21/10/2020 (Shift-I) Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
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735. Select the most appropriate option for blank Other words are-
No.5. Conduit means Tube
(a) personal (b) personnel Wall means Enclosure
(c) personality (d) personalise Bridge means Sea wall
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 26/10/2020 (Shift-II) 740. Select the most appropriate option to fill in
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (5) 'personality' blank No. 5.
will be used because the word 'and' indicates that (a) intended (b) outlined
intelligence is a noun then after 'and' word also being (c) informed (d) predicted
noun so 'personality' is used. Thus, the correct answer SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II)
is option (c).
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'intended' will
Comprehension be used because it gives correct meaning.
In the following passage some words have been Other words are-
deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the Outlined means Stimulate
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
Informed means Knowledgeable
option for each blank.
Predicted means Forecasting
The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the oldest
Thus, the correct answer is option (a)
stone structures in India. It was originally
commissioned (1) ________ Emperor Ashoka Comprehension
in the 3rd centure BCE. Its nucleus (2) _______ In the following passage some words have been
a simple hemispherical brick structure built (3) deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
_______ the relics of the Buddha. It was alternatives given. Select the most appropriate
crowned by the chhatri, a parasol-like (4) option for each blank.
_______ symbolising high rank, which was (5) Everyone wants to be happy. I also want to be
________ to honour and shelter the relics. happy (1) _________ that's when I am at my
736. Select the most appropriate option to fill in best. I know that happiness comes from (2)
blank No. 1. _______ me, not from outside. The (3) _______
(a) with (b) to tools I will have to learn to use here will only
(c) by (d) from work if I understand that I'm in (4) _______ of
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) my thoughts, actions and emotions and if I'am
Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (1) preposition willing to do some simple exercises on a (5)
'by' will be used because the sentence is in passive _______ basis.
voice. 741. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Thus, the correct answer is option (c). No. 1
737. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) until (b) nevertheless
blank No. 2. (c) unless (d) because
(a) gave (b) was SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
(c) were (d) kept Ans. (d) : For the above blank space (1) 'because' will
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) be used because it shows reason in sentence.
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'was' will be Thus, the correct answer is option (d).
used because the whole passage in past tense. Thus, the
742. Select the most appropriate option for blank
correct answer is option (b).
No. 2.
738. Select the most appropriate option to fill in (a) around (b) for
blank No. 3. (c) within (d) on
(a) into (b) aside
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
(c) over (d) about
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (c) : For the above blank space (2) 'within' will be
used because it gives appropriate meaning. While other
Ans. (c) : According to the passage the most
appropriate option for the blank space (3) 'over' will be option is incorrect.
used because it gives correct meaning. 743. Select the most appropriate option for blank
739. Select the most appropriate option to fill in No. 3.
blank No. 4. (a) affective (b) powerful
(a) conduit (b) wall (c) effortless (d) stable
(c) structure (d) bridge SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III)
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-II) Ans. (b) : According to the passage the most
Ans. (c) : According to the passage the most appropriate option for the blank space (3) 'powerful'
appropriate option for the blank space (4) 'structure' because adjective 'powerful' qualify tools.
will be used. Thus, the correct answer is option (b).

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744. Select the most appropriate option for blank Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (2) 'its' will be
No. 4. used because 'its' as a passessive adjective. It is
(a) custody (b) charge qualifying the noun (impost)
(c) structure (d) frame Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 18/03/2020 (Shift-III) 748. Select the most appropriate option for blank
Ans. (b) : For the above blank space (4) 'Charge' will No. 3.
be used because 'in charge of' is phrase which means (a) hit (b) bagged
'having control of or responsibility for something'. (c) produced (d) leaped
Other words are- SSC CHSL (Tier-I) 19/03/2020 (Shift-I)
Custody means Observation Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (3) 'hit' will be
Structure means Fabrication used because the verb 'had' represents as past perfect
Frame means Draft tense. It structure is Sub. + had + v3 + obj + other . So,
Thus, the correct answer is option (b).
here 'hit' is used as 'V3' because all form of 'hit' is same.
745. Select the most appropriate option for blank Thus, the correct answer is option (a).
No. 5.
749. Select the most appropriate option for blank
(a) regular (b) stimulant
(c) legal (d) temporary No. 4.
(a) separate (b) severely
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(c) conditionally (d) dissatisfied
Ans. (a) : For the above blank space (5) 'regular' will
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be used because it gives the correct meaning.
Other options are- Ans.