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SSC Stenographer 2024 Official Paper (Held On 11 Dec 2024 Shift 1) English
SSC Stenographer 2024 Official Paper (Held On 11 Dec 2024 Shift 1) English with official questions, answers, and practice mock test.
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Section 1
General Intelligence and Reasoning
47 questions
Section Test
1
What was the day of the week on 4 July 2008?
MCQ
Correct answer: Friday
2
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: No potatoes is sweet. All potatoes are avocadoes. Some potatoes are dragon fruits. Conclusions: I. Some avocadoes are not sweets. II. Some dragon fruits are not sweets. III. Some avocadoes are sweets.
MCQ
Correct answer: Both conclusion I and II follow.
3
Select the pair from among the given options that is analogous to the given pair. 11 : 123 6 : 38 (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.)
MCQ
Correct answer: 14 : 198
4
Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? 7, 27, 87, 267, 807, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 2427
5
Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. 11, 20, 37, 69, 131, ?, 489
MCQ
Correct answer: 251
6
Select the pair which is related to each other in the same way as the following – 186:168
MCQ
Correct answer: 237:273
7
Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series. MSTS, LPUV, ?, JJWB, IGXE
MCQ
Correct answer: KMVY
8
Select the figure from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?)in the following series.
MCQ
Correct answer: 44
9
Which of the following letter-clusters will replace the question mark (?) in the given series to make it logically complete? TJV, WFY, ZBB, CXE, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: FTH
10
In a certain code language, ‘CITY’ is coded as 228 and ‘CRY’ is coded as 138. How will ‘BOLD’ be coded in the same language?
MCQ
Correct answer: 132
11
35 is related to 1125 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 45 is related to 1925. To which of the following is 85 related, following the same logic? (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.)
MCQ
Correct answer: 7125
12
D, E, K, W, X, Y and Z scored different marks in an exam. K scored more than only two people. E scored less than only one person. W scored more than D but less than both E and Z. D did not score the lowest marks and Z did not score the highest marks. X scored less than Y. How many people scored more than Y?
MCQ
Correct answer: None
13
How many triangles are there in the given figure?
MCQ
Correct answer: 12
14
Select the option in which the numbers share the same relationship as that shared by the given triad of numbers. 2312 – 62 – 12
MCQ
Correct answer: 5116 – 56 – 30
15
What will come in the place of the question mark (?) in the following equation if ‘+’ and ‘−’ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged? 14 ÷ 3 − 18 × 6 + 28 = ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 17
16
If A means ‘+’, B means ‘×’, C means ‘−' and D means ‘÷’, then what will be the value of the following expression? 16 D 4 A 4 B 2 C 2
MCQ
Correct answer: 10
17
In a certain code language, 'OWL' is coded as 150 and 'CROW' is coded as 236. How will 'ROBIN' be coded in the same language?
MCQ
Correct answer: 290
18
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) Boiling : Lukewarm :: Freezing : ?
MCQ
Correct answer: Cold
19
Ramesh wants to visit his childhood friend’s house. Ramesh’s friend explained his house directions over a text message. See the below text sent to Ramesh about the direction of his friend’s house and answer the following question accordingly. “When you step out of your house, you are facing north. Take a right and walk 3 km, you will see a T-point/junction. Take a right and walk 2 km. There will be a roundabout with four roads. Take the second left from the roundabout and walk 1 km. Take a right and walk 3 km. Take a right and walk 1 km. You will find my house at the front.” How many kilometres did Ramesh walk till the roundabout?
MCQ
Correct answer: 5
20
Select the triad from among the given options that is analogous to the given triad. 425 – 623 – 713
MCQ
Correct answer: 164 – 542 – 614
21
In this question, two statements are followed by four conclusions given as options. Decide which conclusion is definitely true, based on the given statements. Statements: P ≥ Q ≥ R ≥ S < T J ≤ K ≤ R
MCQ
Correct answer: P ≥ J
22
A, E, O, R, S and T are sitting around a circular table facing the centre(but not necessarily in the same order). Only one person sits between A and S. Only two people sit between S and E. R sits second to the left of E. T sits second to the left of A. Who is sitting to the immediate left of O?
MCQ
Correct answer: A
23
D is married to F. B is the wife of Q. G is the daughter of A. F is the mother of Q. A is the sister of D. How is D related to B?
MCQ
Correct answer: Husband’s father
24
What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation if ‘+’ and ‘–’ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged? 3 ÷ 4 × 2 − 1 + 5 = ?
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 1]
25
Six scientists are sitting around a circular table facing the centre. Suhail is an immediate neighbour of Elroy and Aaron. Nelson is sitting to the immediate right of Elroy. Rajan is sitting second to the left of Suhail. Carlton is an immediate neighbour of Nelson. Who is the immediate neighbour of both Aaron and Carlton?
MCQ
Correct answer: Rajan
26
Select the option that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number and the sixth number is related to the fifth number. 84 : 196 :: 51 : ? :: 96 : 224 (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.)
MCQ
Correct answer: 119
27
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term. (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.) TEAM : SUDFZBLN :: PLAY : ?
MCQ
Correct answer: OQKMZBXZ
28
Select the option figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the figure given below to complete the pattern.
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 1]
29
What will come in the place of question mark (?) in the following equation, if ‘+’ and ‘−‘ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged? 99 ÷ 9 − 999 × 9 + 99 = ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 903
30
Select the triad from among the given options that is analogous to the given triad. 441 – 540 – 243
MCQ
Correct answer: 225 – 333 – 432
31
Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. You have to consider the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given conclusions logically follow/s from the given statements. Statements: Some nouns are pronouns. All pronouns are adjectives. No adjective is an adverb. Conclusions: (I) : No pronoun is an adverb. (II) : At least some nouns are adverbs.
MCQ
Correct answer: Only conclusion (I) follows.
32
Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? 252, 247, 242, 237, 232, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 227
33
The sequence of folding a piece of paper and the manner in which the folded paper has been cut is shown in the given figures How would this paper look when unfolded
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 4]
34
If ‘+’ means ‘−’, ‘×’ means ‘+’, ‘÷’ means ‘×’, ‘−’ means ‘÷’, then what is ‘?’ in the given equation? 8 + 1 ÷ 112 − 2 × 86 = ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 38
35
Kamlesh got an opportunity to work in a multinational company. Tomorrow is his first day of office and he asked his fellow employee to give him directions to his new office. Kamlesh lives in Town A (in the North) and his office is in Town F. His fellow employee gave him the directions over a phone and he noted it in a piece of paper. Below is the written transcript. Read the transcript carefully and answer the question that follows. ‘Take left from Town A and drive 2 km and you will be at Town B. Take left from Town B and drive 3 km to reach Town C. Take right from Town C and drive 4 km to reach Town D. Take right from Town D and drive 4 km to reach Town E. Take left from Town E and drive 5 km to reach Town F. The office is in Town F.’ Upon reaching Town E, how many kilometres would Kamlesh have covered tomorrow?
MCQ
Correct answer: 13
36
Select the option figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the figure given below and complete the pattern.
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 1]
37
Three of the following four are alike in a certain way and thus form a group. Which is the one that does NOT belong to that group? (NOTE: The odd one out is not based on the number of vowels or consonants in the word)
MCQ
Correct answer: OST
38
The sequence of folding a piece of paper and the manner in which the folded paper has been cut is shown below. Select a figure from among the given options, which would most closely resemble the unfolded form of the paper.
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 4]
39
Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming the information given in the statements is true, even if they appear to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: All pears are melons. All melons are apricots. All apricots are fruits. Conclusions: I. All pears are fruits. II. Some fruits are melons.
MCQ
Correct answer: Both conclusions I and II follow.
40
Which two numbers (not digits) and which two signs should be interchanged to make the following equation correct? 33 – 15 × 4 + 9 ÷ 11 = 6
MCQ
Correct answer: 11 and 15; – and ÷
41
Three of the following four letter-clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out. (NOTE: The odd one out is not based on the number of vowels or consonants in the word)
MCQ
Correct answer: IJOT
42
Introducing Asha to a picture Ritika said, “Her sister is the daughter of my husband”. How is the person in the picture related to Ritika?
MCQ
Correct answer: Daughter
43
Select the option that indicates the correct arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order. 1. Paragraph 2. Letter 3. Word 4. Book 5. Page
MCQ
Correct answer: 2, 3, 1, 5, 4
44
What will be the day of the week on 26 January 2028?
MCQ
Correct answer: Wednesday
45
Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? 9, 54, 59, ?, 239 , 478
MCQ
Correct answer: 236
46
Select the term from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. ADG, ILO, QTW, YBE, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: GJM
47
Which figure should replace the question mark (?) if the following series were to be continued?
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 2]
Section 2
General Awareness
53 questions
Section Test
48
Two different positions of the same die are shown below. What is the number on the face opposite to the one having 2?
MCQ
Correct answer: 5
49
Select the numbers from among the given options that can replace the question marks (?) in the same sequence and make the series logically complete. 35, 38, 32, ?, 29, ?, 26, 47
MCQ
Correct answer: 41, 44
50
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 brownies are healthy. All brownies are cakes. Conclusions: I. Some cakes are healthy. II. No cake is healthy.
MCQ
Correct answer: Only conclusion I follows.
51
The Self-Respect movement was led by whom among the following social reformers?
MCQ
Correct answer: EV Ramaswamy Naicker
52
The RBI launched the Lead Bank Scheme (LBS) to mobilise deposits and step-up lending to weaker sections of the economy. When was the scheme launched?
MCQ
Correct answer: 1969
53
Which detergents are also used in toothpaste?
MCQ
Correct answer: Anionic detergents
54
Which of the following states of India does the Konkan Railway connect?
MCQ
Correct answer: Maharashtra and Karnataka
55
Kautilya has mentioned the concept of Saptanga Rajya to understand the State with seven organs and one of them is Danda, which means:
MCQ
Correct answer: Force
56
The Companies Act, _________ is an Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to companies.
MCQ
Correct answer: 2013
57
‘Playing It My Way’ is an autobiography of which of the following legendary cricket players?
MCQ
Correct answer: Sachin Tendulkar
58
Identify the atomic number of an element that belongs to group 17.
MCQ
Correct answer: 53
59
How much maximum amount of loan can be taken from Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (2015)?
MCQ
Correct answer: 10 lakh
60
Chandragupta Maurya overthrew which of the following dynasties of ancient India to establish the Mauryan empire?
MCQ
Correct answer: Nanda
61
Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about Bibi ka Maqbara at Aurangabad?
MCQ
Correct answer: It is built completely with marble.
62
Who among the following is a Hindustani classical vocalist?
MCQ
Correct answer: Kishori Amonkar
63
Which of the following Articles prohibits employment of children under 14 years of age in factories?
MCQ
Correct answer: Article 24
64
Nahid Siddiqui is a famous classical dancer in _______ genre.
MCQ
Correct answer: Kathak
65
The fifth and sixth five-year plans were majorly focused on which of the following?
MCQ
Correct answer: To reduce poverty
66
Pt. Ram Narayan is a ________.
MCQ
Correct answer: Sarangi player
67
According to the Census 2011, which of the following states has the highest literacy rate?
MCQ
Correct answer: Kerala
68
Which of the following correctly defines the difference between a major port and a minor port in India?
MCQ
Correct answer: Major ports are under the Central government while minor ports are under the State government
69
Who is responsible for hoisting the flag on Independence Day?
MCQ
Correct answer: The Prime Minister of India
70
Which of the following is a group of chlorophyll-bearing, simple, thalloid, autotrophic and primarily aquatic (both freshwater and marine) organisms?
MCQ
Correct answer: Algae
71
Which is the largest sea located in the North Indian Ocean, covering an area of about 3.86 million square kilometres?
MCQ
Correct answer: Arabian Sea
72
Small-scale industries in India in 1950 were defined as all those industries in which the maximum investment amounted to:
MCQ
Correct answer: 5 lakh
73
The Barakar is a tributary of river:
MCQ
Correct answer: Damodar
74
Indian opener Murali Vijay announced his retirement from international cricket in _________.
MCQ
Correct answer: January 2023
75
Which of the following initiatives was announced by the Union Labour and Employment Minister in March 2022 under the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan (PM-SYM) scheme?
MCQ
Correct answer: Donate-a-Pension
76
Who among the following is the author of the book ‘The Last Burden’?
MCQ
Correct answer: Upamanyu Chatterjee
77
If the MPC = 0.8, what is the likely value of the Government expenditure multiplier for a standard national output (aggregate demand) function Y = C + I + G ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 5
78
The entrance gateway in Dravidian style temple is known as:
MCQ
Correct answer: Gopuram
79
Identify the correct statement related to metallic character.
MCQ
Correct answer: Metallic character decreases across a period and increases down a group.
80
In badminton, a _________ is called when a rally is stopped without any point.
MCQ
Correct answer: let
81
Where did the 25th edition of the IHF Women's World Handball Championship organise?
MCQ
Correct answer: Spain
82
The main location for ATP production is:
MCQ
Correct answer: mitochondria
83
The Dhakeshwari Temple in present day Bangladesh has been constructed under the rule of which dynasty?
MCQ
Correct answer: Sena
84
What was the term of the Central Legislative Assembly under the Government of India Act of 1919?
MCQ
Correct answer: Three year
85
When is the Army Day celebrated in India?
MCQ
Correct answer: 15 January
86
Which of the following describes the Medhi part in Buddhist structure?
MCQ
Correct answer: The circular terrace between the railing and dome
87
Chota Nagpur is a ___________ in India.
MCQ
Correct answer: plateau
88
Who used the drawing circle and arrow symbols to represent the atoms of different elements in 1803?
MCQ
Correct answer: John Dalton
89
India created history by winning which of the following cup titles for the first time in May 2022?
MCQ
Correct answer: Thomas Cup
90
What is the name of the disease that can be caused by Vitamin D deficiency in children?
MCQ
Correct answer: Rickets
91
What food items are most commonly affected by the adulteration of Sudan dyes?
MCQ
Correct answer: Hot paprika
92
Who among the following was the first principal of the Bengal National College started in 1906?
MCQ
Correct answer: Aurobindo Ghose
93
In February 2023, who was appointed as the Governor of Bihar?
MCQ
Correct answer: Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar
94
Which of the following is NOT used as food preservative?
MCQ
Correct answer: Sodium hydrogen carbonate
95
Under which article is the Finance Commission constituted?
MCQ
Correct answer: 280
96
Who among the following sports personalities has written, ‘Straight From My Heart: An Autobiography’?
MCQ
Correct answer: Kapil Dev
97
Paavo Nurmi games 2022 were hosted by _____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: Finland
98
How is the image formed by a plane mirror?
MCQ
Correct answer: Virtual and erect
99
Kalamandalam Kalyanikutty Amma is associated with which of the following dance forms?
MCQ
Correct answer: Mohiniyattam
100
Select the INCORRECT pair of autobiographies and their respective authors.
MCQ
Correct answer: Playing It My Way – MS Dhoni
Section 3
English Comprehension
100 questions
Section Test
101
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech. Mrs. Lisa suggested that we should purchase the property.
MCQ
Correct answer: Mrs. Lisa said, “Let us purchase the property.”
102
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech. He exclaimed that he was a very stupid fellow.
MCQ
Correct answer: “What a stupid fellow you are!” he remarked.
103
The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them contains an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. Let us, at any rate, / give him / an outline out the case, / and hear what he has to say.
MCQ
Correct answer: an outline out the case,
104
Read the sentence carefully and select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined part. He was publicly scorned due to his predilection for luxurious items.
MCQ
Correct answer: special liking
105
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech. He promised, “He will not do the mistake again.”
MCQ
Correct answer: He promised that he would not do the mistake next time.
106
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Prefer
MCQ
Correct answer: Dislike
107
Select the most appropriate adverb to fill in the blank. Good books should be read again and _________ .
MCQ
Correct answer: again
108
Parts of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful paragraph. The first part 'R.' is fixed. R. The knowledge so far A. Available about the endocrine gland is very limited. B. Hormones are the body’s chemical messengers. C. These are the glands that make all the hormones. D. They influence almost every cell, organ and function of our bodies.
MCQ
Correct answer: ACBD
109
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active form. The job work had been learnt by me.
MCQ
Correct answer: I had learnt the job work.
110
Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word. Why don’t you come visit us sometime?
MCQ
Correct answer: see
111
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. All eyes and ears
MCQ
Correct answer: to be attentive
112
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an error. She spotted the novel [A] / and shouted, "Here the book lies [B] / that we were searching for[C] / all around."[D]
MCQ
Correct answer: B
113
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech. He said, “I can't attend the meeting tomorrow.”
MCQ
Correct answer: He said that he couldn't attend the meeting the next day.
114
Select the phrase/idiom that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. I do not pay heed to walking excuses of the students.
MCQ
Correct answer: lame excuses
115
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice. I am upset because my cell phone has been stolen.
MCQ
Correct answer: I am upset because someone has stolen my cell phone.
116
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Technology hasn’t left anything behind, it has _________ almost everything. From the phones we use to the medicines we consume; it is all a product of technology.
MCQ
Correct answer: affected
117
Given below are four jumbled sentences. Select the option that gives their correct logical sequence. A. The King Cobra is the world’s largest venomous snake. B. Even, the baby King Cobra is one-and-a-half foot long when born. C. It is mostly found in parts of Africa. D. The Cobra is the only snake that builds a nest.
MCQ
Correct answer: ABCD
118
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. Coimbatore is one of / the biggest cities in Tamil Nadu / and is considered / as a Manchester of South India.
MCQ
Correct answer: as a Manchester of South India
119
Identify the error in the following sentence. Akash would be staying to his uncle’s place during the holidays.
MCQ
Correct answer: to
120
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. Lee is humming a soothing tune for the masses.
MCQ
Correct answer: A soothing tune is being hummed for the masses by Lee.
121
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, select ‘No error’ as your answer. (a) I have bought/ (b) a house in Jalandhar./ (c) House is in a rural area/ (d) No error
MCQ
Correct answer: c
122
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech. She asked, “Are you coming to the party?”
MCQ
Correct answer: She asked if I was coming to the party.
123
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. She is not rich / and that is why, she cannot afford to / buy a expensive bungalow / near the sea-side.
MCQ
Correct answer: buy a expensive bungalow
124
Parts of a sentence are given below in jumbled order. Select the option that gives their correct logical sequence and forms a meaningful sentence. The initial days / are not (P) / of my high school (Q) / to remember (R) / very good (S).
MCQ
Correct answer: Q, P, S, R
125
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice. The function hall has been decorated attractively by the boys.
MCQ
Correct answer: The boys have decorated the function hall attractively.
126
Select the option that can replace the underlined phrase and make the sentence grammatically correct. I don’t trust my friend because he has not and can never be trusted because of his deeds.
MCQ
Correct answer: has not been and can never be
127
Identify the errors in the given sentence and choose the sentence that rectifies these errors. I visited mall yesterday. It had unique designer shop of accessories.
MCQ
Correct answer: I visited a mall yesterday. It had a unique designer shop of accessories.
128
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. You must send applications to the university before December 30.
MCQ
Correct answer: Applications must be sent to the university before December 30.
129
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech. Little Sam requested to let him rest there.
MCQ
Correct answer: Little Sam said, “Let me rest here.”
130
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech. My father said, “Neha shall come back by 3:00 p.m.”
MCQ
Correct answer: My father said that Neha should come back by 3:00 p.m.
131
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Plentiful
MCQ
Correct answer: Abundant
132
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech. She said, “How beautiful is the rain!”
MCQ
Correct answer: She exclaimed with joy that the rain was beautiful.
133
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech. She said, “Bravo! You have done well.”
MCQ
Correct answer: She applauded her saying that she had done well.
134
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. Mr. Thomas helps Mr. Anil.
MCQ
Correct answer: Mr. Anil is helped by Mr. Thomas.
135
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Turned a deaf ear
MCQ
Correct answer: To disregard
136
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. Bill was looking impatient / at the useless guest / who showed / no signs of leaving the room.
MCQ
Correct answer: Bill was looking impatient
137
Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error. Sanchit has been read since early morning for his class test.
MCQ
Correct answer: Sanchit has been read
138
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Deplore
MCQ
Correct answer: Relish
139
Identify the errors in the given sentence and choose the sentence that rectifies these errors. I want my son to be pharmacist and my husband wants him to be a engineer. He wishes to be architect.
MCQ
Correct answer: I want my son to be a pharmacist and my husband wants him to be an engineer. He wishes to be an architect.
140
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Endless
MCQ
Correct answer: Limited
141
Parts of a sentence are given below in jumbled order. Select the option that gives their correct logical sequence and forms a meaningful sentence. The first part 'Zombies are not real' is fixed. Zombies are not real / sound effects (P) / make it believable (Q) / but special (R) / and visuals (S)
MCQ
Correct answer: R, P, S, Q
142
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom. The winner’s performance was head and shoulders above all other participants' in the dance competition.
MCQ
Correct answer: Much better than others
143
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. At the eleventh hour
MCQ
Correct answer: At the last possible moment
144
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. Mrs. Leela opened the window.
MCQ
Correct answer: The window was opened by Mrs. Leela.
145
Select the option that expresses the following sentence in direct speech. Mother warned me not to make a mess of the living room again.
MCQ
Correct answer: Mother warned, “Don’t make a mess of the living room again!”
146
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech. The Minister explained that he was working for the benefit of the country.
MCQ
Correct answer: The Minister explained, “I am working for the benefit of the country.”
147
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. His friends disagreed _________ him on that point.
MCQ
Correct answer: with
148
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. The tiger looked at me with a serious ________.
MCQ
Correct answer: Stare
149
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice. Jaundice is caused by drinking contaminated water.
MCQ
Correct answer: Drinking contaminated water causes jaundice.
150
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Quandary
MCQ
Correct answer: Dilemma
151
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. What do you like to do on your free days other than to watching movies?
MCQ
Correct answer: watching movies
152
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech. “I will teach you,” said the old man to his grandson.
MCQ
Correct answer: The old man told his grandson that he would teach him.
153
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Their plan of acquisition was __________ flawed from the very beginning; it was bound to fail.
MCQ
Correct answer: fatally
154
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. At the sight of the police, the thief ran away in the ________ of an eye.
MCQ
Correct answer: blink
155
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice. How was it written by Pragya?
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Correct answer: How did Pragya write it?
156
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. People come from divergent families, nations, faiths, political structures and ethnicities. b. Their beliefs constitute distinct moral frameworks. c. Respect for these ideals or for human dignity will define society’s functioning. d. Respect and compromise are essential components of human dignity among the diverse members of any community.
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Correct answer: dabc
157
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Remote
MCQ
Correct answer: Aloof
158
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Suman felt ashamed and shy about admitting his fault before his boss.
MCQ
Correct answer: embarrassed
159
Select the most appropriate option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech. Megha asked Reena where she was going that day.
MCQ
Correct answer: Megha asked Reena, “Where are you going today?”
160
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Wholly
MCQ
Correct answer: Entirely
161
Identify the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence. Dipesh loves to answer his boss’s questions in tactful ways.
MCQ
Correct answer: Undiplomatic
162
Parts of sentences are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful paragraph. A. They think there are some bitter learning experiences B. Which, over a period of time, guide them to take a good path C. Many successful people believe that D. There is no failure in anybody’s life
MCQ
Correct answer: CDAB
163
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice. These toys were made by my uncle.
MCQ
Correct answer: My uncle made these toys.
164
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. Often one fails to grab that chance. b. Life often gives us one single chance to flourish. c. Getting a chance to do good is not easy. d. If you get a chance, grab it and give your best.
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Correct answer: bcad
165
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. His gloomy demeanour is often criticised.
MCQ
Correct answer: Lively
166
Select the most appropriate option that expresses the given sentence in active voice. The door was opened by Samira when the fire was reported by Mithali.
MCQ
Correct answer: Samira opened the door when Mithali reported the fire.
167
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. This smartphone is / superior than / the model I had been /using previously.
MCQ
Correct answer: superior than
168
The following sentence has been divided into five segments. The first segment has no error. Select the option that has the segment with the grammatical error. They decided to / consult a lawyer / as soon as they / reach their / home town.
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Correct answer: reach their
169
Select the option that can replace the underlined phrase and make the sentence grammatically correct. After flip through half dozen profiles with the same name, he chance upon Elina’s profile, he succeed in zeroing in on her now recognisable face.
MCQ
Correct answer: flipping through half a dozen profiles with the same name, he chanced upon Elina’s profile, he succeeded
170
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Procrastination
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Correct answer: Suspension
171
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
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Correct answer: impossible
172
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
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Correct answer: affected
173
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
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Correct answer: critical
174
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
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Correct answer: to
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
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Correct answer: awareness
176
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank [A].
MCQ
Correct answer: to
177
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank [B].
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Correct answer: with
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank [C].
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Correct answer: the
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank [D].
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Correct answer: exhibition
180
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blanks [E1], [E2] and [E3] respectively.
MCQ
Correct answer: beautiful, bronze-skinned, Egyptian
181
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
MCQ
Correct answer: greenhouse
182
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
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Correct answer: increasing
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
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Correct answer: multifaceted
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
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Correct answer: public
185
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
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Correct answer: generations
186
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
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Correct answer: entire
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
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Correct answer: unified
188
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
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Correct answer: imported
189
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
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Correct answer: exerted
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
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Correct answer: significant
191
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word from the passage. Stringent
MCQ
Correct answer: Rigorous
192
According to the above passage, how can we reduce the amount and toxicity of the garbage?
MCQ
Correct answer: By Source reduction
193
Identify the central theme of the passage.
MCQ
Correct answer: To understand the role and effect of food packaging on the environment
194
Which of the following is an effect of unbalanced growth rate?
MCQ
Correct answer: Desertification
195
What do you mean by ‘composting’ in the above passage?
MCQ
Correct answer: Biological decomposition of organic waste
196
Why did the fox invite the goat into the well?
MCQ
Correct answer: Because the fox needed support to get out of the well
197
What moral lesson can be drawn from the passage?
MCQ
Correct answer: Look before you leap.
198
Select the most appropriate title for the passage.
MCQ
Correct answer: The Fox and the Goat
199
Identify the tone of the passage.
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Correct answer: Didactic
200
How did the goat get into the well?
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Correct answer: He was lured by the fox.