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SSC Stenographer 2023 Official Paper (Held On: 12 Oct, 2023 Shift 1) (English)

SSC Stenographer 2023 Official Paper (Held On: 12 Oct, 2023 Shift 1) (English) with official questions, answers, and practice mock test.
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Section 1

General Intelligence and Reasoning

48 questions Section Test
1

Seven people, A, B, C, D, E, F and G, are sitting in a straight row, facing north. Only 2 people sit to the left of E. G is an immediate neighbour of E. B sits to the immediate right of F. Only 3 people sit between G and F. A sits to the immediate left of D. Who sits at the extreme left end of the row?

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2

Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary. 1. Fontina 2. Fondue 3. Fondled 4. Fondant 5. Fontanel 6. Fonder

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3

In a certain code language, ‘ACTION’ is written as ‘DFWFLK’ and ‘BISHOP’ is written as ‘ELVELM’. How will ‘MATTER’ be written in that language?

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4

Which of the following terms will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? NLJ, JHF, FDB, BZX,?

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5

If 1st January 2017 was Sunday, then what day of the week was on 1st January 2016?

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6

Three of the following four letter-clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out.

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7

Point A is 30 m to the east of Point B. Point C is 43 m to the south of Point A. Point C is 45 m to the east of Point D. Point E is 14 m to the south of Point D. Point F is 35 m to the east of Point E. In which direction is Point B with respect to Point F?

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8

What are the two signs to be interchanged for making the following equation correct? [{( 82 + 22) - ( 6 × 2 )} ÷ ( 2 - 4 )] × 2 = 24

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9

Two statements are given followed by conclusions numbered 1 and 2. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: 1. Some mammals are animals. 2. All animals are birds. Conclusions: 1. All birds are animals. 2. Some mammals are birds.

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10

Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. 363, 344, 325, 306, ?

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11

Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. 63, 78, 108, 153, ?

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12

Salman starts from his office and drives 29 km towards South. Then he turns right and drives 16 km, again he turns right and drives 29 km. Finally he turns right and drives 13 km. At what distance is he from his start point in a straight line?

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13

Which of the following interchange of numbers (not digits) would make the given equation correct? 14 × 4 ÷ 10 + 10 – 20 = 2

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14

Which of the following terms will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? DCZ, FFY, ?, JLW, LOV

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15

‘A + B’ means ‘A is the brother of B’ ‘A – B’ means ‘A is the mother of B’ ‘A × B’ means ‘A is the husband of B’ ‘A ÷ B’ means ‘A is the sister of B’ If ‘C + M – S × K – T ÷ Q’, then which of the following statements is NOT correct?

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16

How many triangles are there in the given figure?

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17

Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).

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18

Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following sets. (NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed) (6, 12, 9) (7, 23, 15)

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19

Select the option that is related to the fifth number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number and the fourth number is related to the third number. 15 : 220 :: 10 : 95 :: 12 : ?

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20

Select the figure that will come next in the following series.

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21

Seven people Tanu, Rano, Beena, Shirin, Kanak, Aditya and Anshul are sitting in a straight row, facing north. Only two people sit to the left of Tanu. Only three people sit between Tanu and Rano. Beena sits second to the right of Shirin. Beena is an immediate neighbour of Rano. Kanak sits to the immediate right of Aditya. Who sits at the extreme right end of the row?

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22

If D = B > C = F and F < B = E < A, then which of the following options is NOT correct?

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23

If ‘+’ means ‘−‘, ‘−‘ means ‘×’, ‘÷’ means ‘+’, ‘×’ means ‘÷’, then what is the value of the following expression? 7 − 12 + 72 × 3 ÷ 11 = ?

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24

Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? 5, 14, 17, ?, 37

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25

Three statements are given followed by three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: All holders are hangers. All hangers are hammers. Some hammers are axes. Conclusions: I. Some axes are hangers. II. Some hammers are holders. III. Some hangers are holders.

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If ‘+’ means ‘divided by’. ‘ ̶ ’ means ‘added to’, ‘×’ means ‘subtracted from’ and ‘÷’ means ‘multiplied by’, what will be the value of the following expression? (43 × 23 -(4 ÷ 3)) + (12 - 4) ÷ 3

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27

Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the given set. (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding /deleting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.) (4, 10, 23) (8, 22, 47)

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28

Two statements are given followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: Some blankets are quilts. Some quilts are bedsheets. Conclusions: I. All quilts are blankets. II. All blankets are bedsheets.

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29

Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word) Sack : Jute :: Basket : ?

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30

Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).

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31

Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word.) Clock : Time :: Compass : ?

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32

Which figure should replace the question mark (?) in the following series to continue the pattern?

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33

Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series? TUWA, ?, RISI, QEQO, PAOU

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34

In a certain code language, ‘EXIST’ is written as ‘FYHTU’ and ‘ABOVE’ is written as ‘BCNWF’. How will ‘WORLD’ be written in that language?

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35

Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: 1) All breads are cakes. 2) Some cakes are pastries. 3) All pastries are toffees. Conclusions: I. All cakes are toffees. II. No bread is a pastry.

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36

Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. 13, 39, 65, 91, 117, ?

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37

Select the figure from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.

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38

‘F + R’ means ‘F is the mother of R’ ‘F – R’ means ‘F is the father of R’ ‘F ÷ R’ means ‘F is the husband of R’ ‘F × R’ means ‘F is the daughter of R’ If ‘A ÷ C × B + Q – Z’, how is Q related to A?

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39

Select the correct combination of mathematical signs that can sequentially replace ‘A’ and balance the following equation. 28 A 14 A 12 A 6 A 4 A 3 A 4

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40

Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).

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41

Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? 69, 70, 74, 83, ?, 124

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42

Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order. 1. Senior secondary school 2. Primary school 3. Secondary school 4. Kindergarten 5. College

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43

Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).

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44

If ‘A’ stands for ‘÷’, ‘B’ stands for ‘×’, ‘C’ stands for ‘+’ and ‘D’ stands for ‘−’, what will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation? 11 B 10 D 18 A 3 C 8 = ?

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45

Three of the following four letter-clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out.

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46

Select the option that is related to the fourth number in the same way as the first number is related to the second number and the fifth number is related to the sixth number? 54 : 3 :: ? : 4 :: 500 : 5

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47

Select the option that is related to the sixth number in the same way as the first number is related to the second number and the third number is related to the fourth number. 44 : 4 :: 287 : 7 :: ? : 10

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48

A paper is folded and cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?

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Section 2

General Awareness

49 questions Section Test
49

A, B, C, D, E, F and G are of different heights. A is taller than only two people. D is shorter than only G. F is taller than A but shorter than B. C is shorter than E. How many people are shorter than E?

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50

Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the given sets. (NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding /subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is NOT allowed) (30, 625, 5) (20, 225, 5)

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51

In which Five-Year Plan were Removal of Poverty (Garibi Hatao) and Self-Reliance declared as major plan objectives?

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52

Sattriya dance form is famous in which of these states?

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53

Limba Ram is associated with which sport?

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54

Which of the following is the correct match between column A and column B Colum A Elements in earth Column B Total in earth crust crust) i Oxygen a.8% ii Silicon b.28% iii Aluminium c.47% iv. Iron d. 5%

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55

In July 1968, Indira Gandhi, the then Prime Minister of India, officially recorded impressive strides of the Green Revolution in agriculture by releasing a special stamp entitled _____________.

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56

Select the correct alternative of the basis of the given statements on the drainage system of the Harappan civilisation. Statement I: In most of the Harappan cities, the houses had open drainage systems outside. Statement II: In the Harappan civilisation, water and garbage used to drain out from the drains located outside the houses and go into the main underground drain.

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57

Which of the following Musical instruments arts is popularised by Ustad Allarakha Qureshi?

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58

Through the 73th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992, the government fulfilled the constitutional obligation stated in Article _________ .

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59

Which Article deals with the election of the Vice President?

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60

Who was the author of “Mahabhashya”?

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61

Padma Bhushan, Guru Vempati Chinna Satyam is renowned for having trained hundreds of students in which of the following dance forms?

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62

In what condition does the body's immune system attack the actual intrinsic factor protein or the cells in your stomach lining that make it?

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63

दो या दो से अधिक राज्यों के बीच विवाद, सर्वोच्च न्याायालय के _________ के अधीन आता है।

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64

भारत के योजना आयोग (2011-2012) के अनुसार, राज्यों के निम्नलिखित में से किस समूह में गरीबी रेखा के नीचे की जनसंख्याा का प्रतिशत सर्वाधिक है?

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65

Which unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon composed of 20 carbon atoms is used to make candles and paraffin wax with solar energy storage capacity?

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66

Which of the following industries are engaged in the re-production and multiplication of certain spices of plants and animals with the object of sale?

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67

What was the dominant source of income in the Vijaynagar Empire?

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68

‘Goal’ is the autobiography of _______.

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69

When RBI decides to decrease the repo rate, money supply will _________ .

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70

The Reserve Bank of India was nationalised on ________.

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71

Which of the following layers contains ozone?

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72

Match the following i) Gir National Park a Rhinos ii) Raja ji National Park b Siberian cranes iii) Keo la deo National Park)Lions iv) Kaz iran ga National Park d Elephants

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73

According to the Planning Commission of India (2011-12), what is the percentage of the population below the poverty line in Chandigarh?

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74

Which of the following was a Ceylonese chronicle that acted as an important literary source of the Mauryan empire?

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75

Who among the following singers has been awarded with Bharat Ratna?

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76

The Indian Olympic Association is affiliated to ________.

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77

DFC का पूर्ण रूप क्याा है?

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78

Who designed India Gate, also called the All-India War Memorial?

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79

During the Second Five Year Plan, how many integrated steel plants were set up with foreign collaboration?

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80

कुछ कोशिका प्रकारों में कौन-सी संरचना परत मुख्य रूप से सेल्युुलोज, हेमीसेल्युुलोज और लिग्नि न जैसे कार्बोहाइड्रेट के 4 : 3 : 3 के अनुपात में और मोम जैसे कुछ वसायुक्त पदार्थों से बनी होती है?

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81

Which of the following is NOT a member of the Arthropoda phylum?

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82

Shri SL Bhyrappa received Padma Bhushan in the year 2023 for distinguished service of high order in which field?

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83

Sree Narayana Guru considered the differences based on caste and religion as meaningless and advocated the principle of ‘One Caste, one Religion and one God’ for all. He belonged to which of the following organisations?

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84

Which Peshwa signed the treaty of Bassein with the East India Company?

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85

Which of the following is NOT an alkaline earth metal?

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86

Mangrove forests of West Bengal are also called:

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87

The primary function of which channel protein is to transport water across the cell membrane in response to the osmotic gradient created by active solute transport?

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88

Who among the following is the author of the novel ‘Tamas’?

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89

‘Gugga Naumi’ – the festival celebrated in Haryana and some parts of Punjab, Rajasthan, UP and Himachal Pradesh ______ is known as the festival of:

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90

In which year was the tableau of the Union Territory, Ladakh, displayed for the first time at the Rajpath in New Delhi?

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91

Who wrote the book ‘If God Was A Banker’?

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भारत में कृषि भूमि पर अत्यधिक दबाव के लिए निम्नलिखित में से कौन-से कारणों को जिम्मेेदार ठहराया जा सकता है? a) विरासत का अधिकार b) अलाभकारी भूमि जोत का आकार c) भूमि का विभाजन d) बहु फसल

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93

Who is the Union Minister of Tourism, as of March 2023?

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94

Which of the following Acts is also known as Morley-Minto Reforms?

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95

Which device was invented by Carl Friedrich Gauss and Wilhelm Eduard Weber in 1833?

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96

In December 2022, who sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Gujarat?

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97

In which year did India organise the Asian Games for the second time?

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Section 3

English Comprehension

103 questions Section Test
98

Which award is presented by the National Institute of Indian Classical Dance?

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99

How many circles does a target have in archery?

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100

Which of the following statements is true? Statement I: Indian techniques such as Rasa and Bhawa in classical dances have their origins in Bharatmuni’s Natyashastra. Statement II: Bharatanatyam has its origin in Odisha.

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101

Identify the ANTONYM of the following word in the given sentence. Divulge The culprit surprised everyone by opting to conceal the secret execution of his plans even after getting beaten by the police.

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102

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Apprehension

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103

Select the option that expresses the following sentence in indirect speech. She said to me, “I have often told you not to play with fire.”

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104

Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The constant noise from the construction site next door is starting to make me extremely angry.

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105

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. She has been speaking / four languages / very fluent / since childhood.

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106

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The scientist says that while the complete core meltdown at Chernobyl was a major disaster, it had fall far short of catastrophe many nuclear power critics had feared, the so-called ‘China Syndrome’.

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107

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. They have built a new bridge across the river.

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108

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. Salman finishes the work / within hours but he / delays it if not / accompanying by Rohit.

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109

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Contentment

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110

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. The team played / extremely / good / during the match.

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111

Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. S1. Generation gap is actually the difference between the ebullience of youth on the one hand and the caution and prudence of old age on the other. A. Or, it is expression of the rivalry between the old and the young. B. The old declare the younger lot to be arrogant fools; the young declare the older people to be senile and insipid. C. The old want to prolong their hold on authority while the young are over-eager to grab it. D. The gulf between the two generations cannot be bridged. S6. However, in modern times, lifestyles are changing so fast that the gap between any two successive generations becomes easily perceptible.

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112

Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. S1. One can find ants anywhere on earth. A. They also use chemicals called pheromones to leave scent. B. They can communicate effectively with each other. C. Thus, they are called the earth’s most successful species. D. There are about 2,000 species of ants. S6. These scent trails help other ants to follow.

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113

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. It is a misconception that the more you learn, the more likely you are to succeed.

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114

Select the option that expresses the following sentence in passive voice. The students have presented national level projects to the jury successfully.

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115

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. On 25 August 1925, the Royal Commission on Indian Currency and Finance ___________ the establishment of the Central Bank of India.

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116

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Beneficial

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117

Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. S1. Sania asked Piyush how he had fared in the examination the week before. A. Piyush then requested Sania not to talk about it. B. Piyush said that he had done very badly and was afraid that he would not clear the exam. C. Sania exclaimed that this was his foolish fear. D. Sania wanted to know the reason for this request. S6. She knew Piyush was a hard-working boy and would definitely clear the exam.

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118

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech. The class teacher told, “Kneel down in the corridor.”

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119

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error. By the way a lorry crashed into the car but the boys were lucky and escaped with only minor injuries.

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120

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech. He said, “I am living in Ludhiana.”

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121

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. My brother is resembling my mother.

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122

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech. The security asked him who he was and which flat he wished to visit.

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123

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech. Riya asked, “Are you feeling fine?”

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124

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. Can you give her a book?

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125

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Explicit

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126

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Virtue

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127

Select the option that changes the form of narration in the following sentence. My sister asked me, “When will I be allowed to go to the church?”

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128

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. She promised me a treat.

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129

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Physical activity has been projected to be helpful on avoidance of depression, by the experts.

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130

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech. My mother asked me, “Who is the new Mathematics teacher?”

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131

Select the option that expresses the following sentence in passive voice. The audience loudly cheered the student leader’s speech.

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132

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. A few boys were kept up because of disobedience.

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133

Select the grammatically correct sentence. A.One of most serious issues with youngsters is an addiction to social media. An issue which needs attention. B.One of the most serious issues with youngsters is addiction to social media. An issue which needs attention. C.One of the most serious issues with youngsters is an addiction to social media. Issue which needs attention. D.One of the most serious issues with youngsters is an addiction to social media. An issue which needs attention.

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134

Parts of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the parts in between are jumbled up. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. S1. Obesity is a condition where the body accumulates excess fat, leading to a considerable increase in the body weight. A. This means adverse health effects on the people of our country B. Such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, heart diseases leading to premature death. C. It is assuming alarming proportions in our country. D. To avoid this, lifestyle needs to be changed. S6. Lack of sports and sedentary lifestyle also contribute to higher obesity level.

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135

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer. The Arabian Nights / have / many interesting stories for readers.

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136

Select the correct option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If no substitution is required, select ‘No substitution’. "Speak slow lest you will wake up mommy”, said Emily to Tess.

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137

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. The stranger had intended the execution of the plot but the boys thwarted it with their subtlety.

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138

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Me and Samridhi live here.

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139

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported (or indirect) speech. Mohan said to Hari, “I will study for the exam.”

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140

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. He was fatiguing because he spent seven break-less hours on the computer.

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141

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. A. Following the demise of the Indus Valley civilisation, the Aryans migrated to India. B. There is proof that the Aryans possessed a scientific outlook. C. They held that the universe was regulated by a natural law known as Panchbhutas (five components). D. Prithvi (heart), Ap (water), Tejas (heat), Vayu (air), and Akasa (sky) are these factors.

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142

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank. My favourite ________ (deface) of his home is the large, farmhouse-style kitchen.

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143

Identify the ANTONYM of the following word in the given sentence. Humility The little girl was humble enough to negate the ideology of her classmate whose arrogance was indomitable.

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144

Select the option that can substitute the underlined word segment with the most appropriate idiom. Denim jackets are in fashion these days.

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145

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’. Suitable to the instructions from the higher officials, the government land was allotted to the poor.

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146

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. A. Pandit Vidyadhar Bhattacharya was consulted by Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur when creating these enormous instruments. B. The word Jantar Mantar, which in Sanskrit signifies instruments and formulas, has been corrupted. C. His measurements of the equinoxes' precession and the ecliptic's obliquity are his two most important contributions to astronomy. D. Samrat Yantra, Ram Yantra, and Jai Prakash were his original creations.

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147

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. A.During the period, Europeans were looking for a faster method to reach India by sailing across Africa, and Da Gama succeeded. B.At that time, gold, spices and other valuables were highly valued in Europe. C.Vasco da Gama was a Portuguese navigator who sailed from Europe to India. D.However, they had to travel a vast distance by sea and land to reach them in Asia.

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148

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. No sooner had I reached the station when the train started moving.

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149

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. They wondered about in sheepskins and goatskins in those days.

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150

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Brave

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151

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Spill the beans

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152

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. I kicked the ball.

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153

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. I’m sure that time / changes things, but it / didn’t change anything / unlike my perception of you.

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154

In question, four alternatives are given for the idiom under in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the underlined idiom. Mr. Avinash is very nice and friendly, but his brother is very toffee-nosed.

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155

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Unless you don’t answer my question , I will not leave.

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156

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence. One should celebrate every triumph in life.

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157

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The excessive using of pocket calculators can stultify your capacity to do mental calculations.

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158

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the following sentence. After much of efforts, I could finally hit the nail on the head and succeed.

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159

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If you have / faith in God, / everything turn out / to be all right.

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160

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Under the weather

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161

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. It takes me an hour / to get to work at the moment, / but when the new road is finished, / it be much quicker.

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162

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error. Yesterday, I went to the store and buy some groceries.

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163

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice. Will the gift be delivered by her?

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164

Select the option that expresses the following sentence in passive voice. I was carrying the Indian flag.

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165

Select the correct direct narration of the given sentence. Neeraj said that he would go as soon as it was possible.

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166

Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank. The London Eye, a giant Ferris Wheel, is situated (I)_________ the banks of the River Thames in London, England. In the given passage the suitable word for blank (I) is:

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167

Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank. The (II)________ structure is 135 m tall and the wheel has a diameter of 120 m. In the given passage the suitable word for blank (II) is:

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168

Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank. This Ferris Wheel, which is the tallest in Europe, claims to be the most popular paid tourist (III)_______ in the United Kingdom. In the given passage the suitable word for blank (III) is:

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169

Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank. It is visited by over 3.5 million people annually. When erected in 1999 it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the world. Until (IV)__________ first by the 160 m Star of Nanchang in 2006 and then the 165 m Singapore Flyer in 2008. In the given passage the suitable word for blank (IV) is:

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170

Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank. (V)_________ by an A-frame on the side only, the Eye is described as ‘the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel’. In the given passage the suitable word for blank (V) is:

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171

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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172

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

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173

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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174

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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175

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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176

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 1.

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177

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2.

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178

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3.

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179

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 4.

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180

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 5.

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181

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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182

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

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183

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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184

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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185

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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186

What is the style of the passage?

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187

What can one infer from the passage?

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188

Which statement best summarises the passage?

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189

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Unsusceptible

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190

What is the most suitable title of the passage?

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191

Based on the information provided in the passage, which among the following is NOT an example of sustainable utensil?

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192

What distinguishes sustainable utensils from plastic cutlery?

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193

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sustainable utensils?

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194

What is the main focus of the passage?

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195

Which materials are commonly used to make sustainable utensils?

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196

Which of the following is the most appropriate title for the passage?

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197

What is phishing ?

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198

Which of the following are facts given in the passage?

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199

Which of the following best describes the tone of the passage?

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200

Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

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