CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I English Language PDF

CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name iON...

CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name iON Digital Zone iDZ Laxman Nagar Exam Date 01/07/2024 Exam Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Subject CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I Section : English Language Q.1 Select the sentence in the future tense. Ans 1. I have been twenty five next Sunday. 2. I could be twenty five next Sunday. 3. I should be twenty five next Sunday. 4. I will be twenty five next Sunday. Q.2 The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. The couple / preferred to walk / until the last house / of the town. Ans 1. preferred to walk 2. The couple 3. of the town 4. until the last house Q.3 The underlined phrase in the given sentence has been used incorrectly. Select the option that can correctly replace the underlined segment. I am down with her complaints. Ans 1. looked down with 2. passed out with 3. fed up with 4. held down with Q.4 The following sentence has been divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. Passengers started behaving / violent when / they were asked / to leave the bus station. Ans 1. they were asked 2. Passengers started behaving 3. violent when 4. to leave the bus station. Page 1 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. As Paul was (1)________ his supper, Aunt Jenny (2) ________ him questions that have been full of deceit , and had a very deep meaning, for she wanted to trap him. It seemed as if she was endowed with a (3) ________ which could hunt for dark and mysterious tact. She asked, “Did you now not want to swim, Paul?” Paul felt an uncomfortable (4) ________. He (5) ________ Aunt Jennys face; however it informed him nothing. So, he said, “No, ma’am.” SubQuestion No : 5 Q.5 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1. Ans 1. churning 2. feeding 3. eating 4. grazing Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. As Paul was (1)________ his supper, Aunt Jenny (2) ________ him questions that have been full of deceit , and had a very deep meaning, for she wanted to trap him. It seemed as if she was endowed with a (3) ________ which could hunt for dark and mysterious tact. She asked, “Did you now not want to swim, Paul?” Paul felt an uncomfortable (4) ________. He (5) ________ Aunt Jennys face; however it informed him nothing. So, he said, “No, ma’am.” SubQuestion No : 6 Q.6 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2. Ans 1. submitted 2. asked 3. demanded 4. allowed Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. As Paul was (1)________ his supper, Aunt Jenny (2) ________ him questions that have been full of deceit , and had a very deep meaning, for she wanted to trap him. It seemed as if she was endowed with a (3) ________ which could hunt for dark and mysterious tact. She asked, “Did you now not want to swim, Paul?” Paul felt an uncomfortable (4) ________. He (5) ________ Aunt Jennys face; however it informed him nothing. So, he said, “No, ma’am.” SubQuestion No : 7 Q.7 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3. Ans 1. talent 2. purpose 3. weakness 4. technique Page 2 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. As Paul was (1)________ his supper, Aunt Jenny (2) ________ him questions that have been full of deceit , and had a very deep meaning, for she wanted to trap him. It seemed as if she was endowed with a (3) ________ which could hunt for dark and mysterious tact. She asked, “Did you now not want to swim, Paul?” Paul felt an uncomfortable (4) ________. He (5) ________ Aunt Jennys face; however it informed him nothing. So, he said, “No, ma’am.” SubQuestion No : 8 Q.8 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4. Ans 1. suspicion 2. view 3. guess 4. drop Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. As Paul was (1)________ his supper, Aunt Jenny (2) ________ him questions that have been full of deceit , and had a very deep meaning, for she wanted to trap him. It seemed as if she was endowed with a (3) ________ which could hunt for dark and mysterious tact. She asked, “Did you now not want to swim, Paul?” Paul felt an uncomfortable (4) ________. He (5) ________ Aunt Jennys face; however it informed him nothing. So, he said, “No, ma’am.” SubQuestion No : 9 Q.9 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5. Ans 1. ruffled 2. pursued 3. searched 4. chased Q.10 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. Would you please support me for once in your life? Ans 1. establish 2. document 3. refute 4. disclaim Q.11 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. How can you be so joyless on hearing the news? Ans 1. Dubious 2. Blissful 3. Beaming 4. Rapt Page 3 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Q.12 The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that Blackbook contains a spelling error. I begged him / to reconcider / the decision but / he refused to yield. Ans 1. he refused to yield. 2. the decision but 3. to reconcider 4. I begged him Q.13 Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank. The documentary explored the historical and cultural significance of the ________(antique) ruins in the region. Ans 1. ancient 2. obsolete 3. contemporary 4. modern Q.14 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Black and white Ans 1. Doubtful 2. In writing 3. A false invention 4. In dispute Q.15 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Ans 1. Encraoch 2. Illusion 3. Obtain 4. Delegate Q.16 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 required’. The little boy cried with pain when he burnt his fingers. Ans 1. No substitution required 2. as he burning his fingers 3. when he burns his fingers 4. while he burn his fingers Q.17 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. In both countries we have leaders of ________ ability. Ans 1. compelling 2. exceptional 3. powerful 4. almighty Page 4 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Q.18 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the Blackbook given sentence. This is best book for children to read. Ans 1. This is good book 2. This is very best book 3. This is the best book 4. This is very good book Q.19 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Trivial Ans 1. Lavish 2. Vain 3. Essential 4. Liable Q.20 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Glory Ans 1. Honour 2. Shame 3. Delight 4. Gluttony Q.21 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Rahul had strong pain in his stomach. Ans 1. high 2. strict 3. deep 4. severe Q.22 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Yesterday, I ate only a __________ of apples for my dinner. Ans 1. pare 2. pier 3. pair 4. pear Q.23 Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom. The realtors of the new venture sold plots like hot cakes. Ans 1. Sold illegally 2. Sold with great difficulty 3. Sold quickly and in large numbers 4. Sold innovatively Page 5 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Q.24 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the Blackbook given sentence. The skunk had a conspicuous spinal stripe. Ans 1. noticeable 2. faint 3. charming 4. obscure Q.25 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence. It is a general belief that the female ostrich guard the nest at night. Ans 1. guarded the nest at night 2. guards the nest at night 3. does guard the nest in night 4. is guarding the nest at night Page 6 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name iON Digital Zone iDZ Borjhar Exam Date 01/07/2024 Exam Time 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM Subject CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I Section : English Language Q.1 The given sentence is divided into four segments. Select the option that has the segment with a grammatical error. She always / likes to / show on / her wealth. Ans 1. her wealth. 2. show on 3. likes to 4. She always Q.2 Parts of the following sentence have been underlined and given as options. Select the option that contains an error. If it will rain tomorrow, I will stay at home. Ans 1. will rain 2. at home 3. If it 4. I will Q.3 The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. Hard had she / thrown the basketball / when it fell / on the ground. Ans 1. on the ground 2. when it fell 3. Hard had she 4. thrown the basketball Q.4 Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error. Ramayana is an ancient Sanskrit epic; it is believed to be written around 500 BC to 100 BC. Ans 1. around 500 BC to 100 BC. 2. Sanskrit epic; it is 3. believed to be written 4. Ramayana is an ancient Page 1 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. The period from 1858-1905 was the seed time of Indian nationalism; and the early nationalists (1) ________ the seeds well and deep. Instead of basing their nationalism or appeals to (2) ___________ sentiments and passing emotions, or abstract rights of freedom and liberty, or on obscurantist appeals to the past, they_______(3) it in a hard-headed and penetrating analysis of the complex mechanism of modern imperialism and the chief contradiction between the interests of the Indian people and British rule. The result was that they (4) ___________ a common political and economic programme which (5) ___________ rather than divided the different sections of the people. Later on, the Indian people could gather around this programme and wage powerful struggles. SubQuestion No : 5 Q.5 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1. Ans 1. sowed 2. threw 3. scattered 4. buried Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. The period from 1858-1905 was the seed time of Indian nationalism; and the early nationalists (1) ________ the seeds well and deep. Instead of basing their nationalism or appeals to (2) ___________ sentiments and passing emotions, or abstract rights of freedom and liberty, or on obscurantist appeals to the past, they_______(3) it in a hard-headed and penetrating analysis of the complex mechanism of modern imperialism and the chief contradiction between the interests of the Indian people and British rule. The result was that they (4) ___________ a common political and economic programme which (5) ___________ rather than divided the different sections of the people. Later on, the Indian people could gather around this programme and wage powerful struggles. SubQuestion No : 6 Q.6 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2. Ans 1. deep 2. shallow 3. profound 4. grounded Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. The period from 1858-1905 was the seed time of Indian nationalism; and the early nationalists (1) ________ the seeds well and deep. Instead of basing their nationalism or appeals to (2) ___________ sentiments and passing emotions, or abstract rights of freedom and liberty, or on obscurantist appeals to the past, they_______(3) it in a hard-headed and penetrating analysis of the complex mechanism of modern imperialism and the chief contradiction between the interests of the Indian people and British rule. The result was that they (4) ___________ a common political and economic programme which (5) ___________ rather than divided the different sections of the people. Later on, the Indian people could gather around this programme and wage powerful struggles. SubQuestion No : 7 Q.7 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. Ans 1. controlled 2. drove 3. rooted 4. minded Page 2 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. The period from 1858-1905 was the seed time of Indian nationalism; and the early nationalists (1) ________ the seeds well and deep. Instead of basing their nationalism or appeals to (2) ___________ sentiments and passing emotions, or abstract rights of freedom and liberty, or on obscurantist appeals to the past, they_______(3) it in a hard-headed and penetrating analysis of the complex mechanism of modern imperialism and the chief contradiction between the interests of the Indian people and British rule. The result was that they (4) ___________ a common political and economic programme which (5) ___________ rather than divided the different sections of the people. Later on, the Indian people could gather around this programme and wage powerful struggles. SubQuestion No : 8 Q.8 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. Ans 1. evolved 2. uprooted 3. collapsed 4. banished Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. The period from 1858-1905 was the seed time of Indian nationalism; and the early nationalists (1) ________ the seeds well and deep. Instead of basing their nationalism or appeals to (2) ___________ sentiments and passing emotions, or abstract rights of freedom and liberty, or on obscurantist appeals to the past, they_______(3) it in a hard-headed and penetrating analysis of the complex mechanism of modern imperialism and the chief contradiction between the interests of the Indian people and British rule. The result was that they (4) ___________ a common political and economic programme which (5) ___________ rather than divided the different sections of the people. Later on, the Indian people could gather around this programme and wage powerful struggles. SubQuestion No : 9 Q.9 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. Ans 1. dissolved 2. classified 3. complicated 4. united Q.10 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Beautiful Ans 1. Ugly 2. Pungent 3. Slimy 4. Stingy Q.11 Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Hospital for people with mental illnesses Ans 1. Hangar 2. Shelter 3. Asylum 4. Druggist Page 3 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Q.12 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence. Blackbook A distinguished academecian, Amartya Sen has taught in India, Britain and the United States. Ans 1. Distinguished 2. Academecian 3. Britain 4. Taught Q.13 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. It took 4 hours straight to ___________ the deal with the regional company. Ans 1. stop 2. get 3. perform 4. close Q.14 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Resistance Ans 1. Reliance 2. Awareness 3. Tolerance 4. Tenderness Q.15 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The road which connecting the two states is overcrowded. Ans 1. connects 2. connected 3. have connected 4. has connecting Q.16 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word ‘Defeat’ in the given sentence. The first battle of Panipat was fought on 21 April 1526, where Babur introduced canon warfare and was able to gain victory on Delhi and subjugated sultanate ruler Ibrahim Lodi. Ans 1. subjugated 2. warfare 3. victory 4. gain Q.17 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. Ria is liked by everyone as she is very amicable. Ans 1. Unfriendly 2. Dangerous 3. Stupid 4. Hateful Page 4 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Q.18 Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom. Blackbook Teja followed his friend’s advice so now he is in deep water. Ans 1. In dilemma 2. In trouble 3. In good position 4. In deep thoughts Q.19 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. As I have no time to discuss the points, so I wrote a email to her. Ans 1. so I wrote a e-mail to her 2. so I wrote an e-mail for her 3. I wrote an email to her 4. I write an email to her Q.20 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The committee deposed him from his office. Ans 1. Demolished 2. Promoted 3. Interacted 4. Segregated Q.21 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. Language interacts with all aspects of human life and society. Ans 1. disconnects 2. co-operates 3. intermingles 4. interrelates Q.22 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. The rocky terrain made the hike difficult and strenuous. Ans 1. Intense 2. Demanding 3. Lively 4. Easy Q.23 Select the most appropriate option that can replace the bracketed word segment in the following sentence. Children should avoid giving out personal details online (which will) identify them or their location. Ans 1. which might lead 2. what will 3. that could 4. whichever can Page 5 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Q.24 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Blackbook Ans 1. Congratulate 2. Category 3. Hygiene 4. Aquire Q.25 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. At one’s fingertips Ans 1. To take revenge 2. Out of reach 3. To be unaware of something 4. To have complete knowledge Page 6 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name iON Digital Zone iDZ 1 Sector 62 Exam Date 01/07/2024 Exam Time 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Subject CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I Section : English Language Q.1 The following sentence has an error in its tense. Identify the error and select the correct sentence from the options. If you had apprised me about your problem earlier, I would have allow you to go. Ans 1. If you can apprise me about your problem earlier, I would have allowed you to go. 2. If you had apprised me about your problem earlier, I would have allowed you to go. 3. If you apprised me about your problem earlier, I would have allowed you to go. 4. If you had apprised me about your problem earlier, I would allow you to go. Q.2 There is an error in the given sentence. From the options given, identify the sentence that corrects the error to make it a grammatically accurate sentence. Harmit is not innocent such as Uday. Ans 1. Harmit is not innocent than Uday. 2. Harmit is not as innocent as Uday. 3. Harmit is not as much as innocent as Uday. 4. Harmit is not as innocent more than Uday. Q.3 Select the option with the correct use of article(s). Ans 1. She kept an lot of rules in her life, due to which she is flourishing today. 2. She kept the lot of rules in her life, due to which she is flourishing today. 3. She kept a lot of rules in her life, due to which she is flourishing today. 4. She kept lot of rules in her life, due to which she is flourishing today. Q.4 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 project was completed / more quicker / than expected. Ans 1. than expected 2. more quicker 3. The project was completed 4. No error Page 1 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Many parents think of overweight children as ‘cute’ and cuddly. However, obesity must not be (1) _________ as a healthy sign. (2) _________ obese children grow up, they will be more prone (3) _________ health problems like high blood pressure (4) _________ diabetes. Today, overweight children are becoming a common (5) _________ in many countries. SubQuestion No : 5 Q.5 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1. Ans 1. see 2. saw 3. seeing 4. seen Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Many parents think of overweight children as ‘cute’ and cuddly. However, obesity must not be (1) _________ as a healthy sign. (2) _________ obese children grow up, they will be more prone (3) _________ health problems like high blood pressure (4) _________ diabetes. Today, overweight children are becoming a common (5) _________ in many countries. SubQuestion No : 6 Q.6 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2. Ans 1. Who 2. What 3. Where 4. When Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Many parents think of overweight children as ‘cute’ and cuddly. However, obesity must not be (1) _________ as a healthy sign. (2) _________ obese children grow up, they will be more prone (3) _________ health problems like high blood pressure (4) _________ diabetes. Today, overweight children are becoming a common (5) _________ in many countries. SubQuestion No : 7 Q.7 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3. Ans 1. on 2. at 3. in 4. to Page 2 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Many parents think of overweight children as ‘cute’ and cuddly. However, obesity must not be (1) _________ as a healthy sign. (2) _________ obese children grow up, they will be more prone (3) _________ health problems like high blood pressure (4) _________ diabetes. Today, overweight children are becoming a common (5) _________ in many countries. SubQuestion No : 8 Q.8 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4. Ans 1. nor 2. neither 3. never 4. or Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Many parents think of overweight children as ‘cute’ and cuddly. However, obesity must not be (1) _________ as a healthy sign. (2) _________ obese children grow up, they will be more prone (3) _________ health problems like high blood pressure (4) _________ diabetes. Today, overweight children are becoming a common (5) _________ in many countries. SubQuestion No : 9 Q.9 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5. Ans 1. might 2. sight 3. light 4. tight Q.10 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Shame Ans 1. Fear 2. Disgrace 3. Pride 4. Defamation Q.11 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. His opponents viewed him as stubborn, dogmatic, and inflexible. Ans 1. Amenable 2. Biased 3. Dishonest 4. Careless Q.12 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined word in the given sentence. The family was saved from the burning building by the brave firefighter. Ans 1. cowardly 2. fearless 3. timid 4. unafraid Page 3 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Q.13 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word ‘bold’ in the given sentence. Blackbook A person can be friendly, timid, clever, or fearless based on the context of the situation. Ans 1. fearless 2. timid 3. friendly 4. clever Q.14 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Dhruv’s anger blazed of uncontrollably. Ans 1. anger blazed onwards 2. anger blazed into 3. anger blazed after 4. anger blazed up Q.15 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Blowing smoke Ans 1. To tease someone relentlessly 2. To hide something 3. To burn something important 4. To lie to perplex others Q.16 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. It is no exaggeration to say the Hussain Sagar Lake is an integral element of Hyderabad and Hyderabad’s history. Ans 1. essential 2. extra 3. inherent 4. total Q.17 Select the option that will most suitably substitute the underlined part of the given sentence. He was not happy until he gave up his job and live as a fakir in the forests. Ans 1. until he gave up his job and lives 2. until he gave up his job and lived 3. unless he gave up his job and lives 4. until he gives up his job and lived Q.18 Select the most appropriate homonyms from the given alternatives to fill in the blanks. He ________ imitate the playful movement of the ________. Alternatives: A.does (female deer) B.does C.dose Ans 1. A, B 2. C, B 3. A, C 4. B, A Page 4 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Q.19 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the Blackbook given sentence. Riding a horse was a piece of cake for him. Ans 1. a very difficult task 2. confusing work 3. an everyday affair 4. a very easy task Q.20 Select the most appropriate option that can best replace the bracketed word to fill in the blank His ________ stature was not a measure of his overall personality. (scrawny) Ans 1. keen 2. sickly 3. muscular 4. thin Q.21 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence. ‘Vande Mataram’, a poignant poem, is obviously and indisputebly the premier national song of India. Ans 1. Obviously 2. Poignant 3. Indisputebly 4. Premier Q.22 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Respect Ans 1. Invalidate 2. Disrespect 3. Attend 4. Honour Q.23 Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank. Sonu eats _______ like a rabbit. Ans 1. caret 2. carat 3. carrot 4. karat Q.24 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Ans 1. Rebuke 2. Dissappoint 3. Foresee 4. Seize Page 5 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Q.25 Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the Blackbook following sentence. The company do not broke the law at any time. Ans 1. do not brakes 2. did not broken 3. did not breaking 4. does not break Page 6 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name Global Digital Zone Exam Date 01/07/2024 Exam Time 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM Subject CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I Section : English Language Q.1 Select the option with the correct use of present tense. Ans 1. She spends all her money on make-up in order to look beautiful. 2. She has spend all her money on make-up in order to look beautiful. 3. She spended all her money on make-up in order to look beautiful. 4. She had spend all her money on make-up in order to look beautiful. Q.2 The given sentence is divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. When it / come to football, / my brother is / an addict. Ans 1. an addict. 2. my brother is 3. When it 4. come to football, Q.3 Select the option with the correct use of article(s). Ans 1. I was rude to him when I was in an fit of rage. 2. I was rude to him when I was in fit of rage. 3. I was rude to him when I was in the fit of rage. 4. I was rude to him when I was in a fit of rage. Q.4 The following sentence has been divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an error. Throw of / the old shoes; / nobody will wear / them now. Ans 1. them now. 2. nobody will wear 3. Throw of 4. the old shoes; Page 1 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. During the days of slavery, there lived (1)_____ very hard-working slave. One day, (2)_____ freedom, he ran away from his masters house. As he passed a forest, he saw a lion (3)____ with pain, for a huge thorn had pierced its paw. The slave felt sorry for the lion and took out the thorn gently. The grateful lion licked the slaves hand. But just then, both of (4)_____ were captured by the soldiers. The king ordered, “Let the runaway slave (5)_____ thrown in front of a hungry lion.” But, when the slave was thrown in front of the lion, the lion licked him and quietly sat beside him. The amazed king asked the reason. The slave told the king everything. The king pardoned the slave. The lion was also freed and sent to the forest. SubQuestion No : 5 Q.5 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1. Ans 1. the 2. two 3. an 4. a Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. During the days of slavery, there lived (1)_____ very hard-working slave. One day, (2)_____ freedom, he ran away from his masters house. As he passed a forest, he saw a lion (3)____ with pain, for a huge thorn had pierced its paw. The slave felt sorry for the lion and took out the thorn gently. The grateful lion licked the slaves hand. But just then, both of (4)_____ were captured by the soldiers. The king ordered, “Let the runaway slave (5)_____ thrown in front of a hungry lion.” But, when the slave was thrown in front of the lion, the lion licked him and quietly sat beside him. The amazed king asked the reason. The slave told the king everything. The king pardoned the slave. The lion was also freed and sent to the forest. SubQuestion No : 6 Q.6 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2. Ans 1. gained 2. gain 3. gains 4. to gain Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. During the days of slavery, there lived (1)_____ very hard-working slave. One day, (2)_____ freedom, he ran away from his masters house. As he passed a forest, he saw a lion (3)____ with pain, for a huge thorn had pierced its paw. The slave felt sorry for the lion and took out the thorn gently. The grateful lion licked the slaves hand. But just then, both of (4)_____ were captured by the soldiers. The king ordered, “Let the runaway slave (5)_____ thrown in front of a hungry lion.” But, when the slave was thrown in front of the lion, the lion licked him and quietly sat beside him. The amazed king asked the reason. The slave told the king everything. The king pardoned the slave. The lion was also freed and sent to the forest. SubQuestion No : 7 Q.7 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. Ans 1. roars 2. roared 3. roar 4. roaring Page 2 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. During the days of slavery, there lived (1)_____ very hard-working slave. One day, (2)_____ freedom, he ran away from his masters house. As he passed a forest, he saw a lion (3)____ with pain, for a huge thorn had pierced its paw. The slave felt sorry for the lion and took out the thorn gently. The grateful lion licked the slaves hand. But just then, both of (4)_____ were captured by the soldiers. The king ordered, “Let the runaway slave (5)_____ thrown in front of a hungry lion.” But, when the slave was thrown in front of the lion, the lion licked him and quietly sat beside him. The amazed king asked the reason. The slave told the king everything. The king pardoned the slave. The lion was also freed and sent to the forest. SubQuestion No : 8 Q.8 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. Ans 1. her 2. him 3. them 4. us Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. During the days of slavery, there lived (1)_____ very hard-working slave. One day, (2)_____ freedom, he ran away from his masters house. As he passed a forest, he saw a lion (3)____ with pain, for a huge thorn had pierced its paw. The slave felt sorry for the lion and took out the thorn gently. The grateful lion licked the slaves hand. But just then, both of (4)_____ were captured by the soldiers. The king ordered, “Let the runaway slave (5)_____ thrown in front of a hungry lion.” But, when the slave was thrown in front of the lion, the lion licked him and quietly sat beside him. The amazed king asked the reason. The slave told the king everything. The king pardoned the slave. The lion was also freed and sent to the forest. SubQuestion No : 9 Q.9 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. Ans 1. is 2. been 3. be 4. being Q.10 There is a spelling error in the given sentence. Select the option that contains the INCORRECTLY spelt word. The precious bookshelf was carefully decorated with religiuos books. Ans 1. religiuos 2. decorated 3. carefully 4. precious Q.11 Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. This win could enhance to be a historic turning point in the fortunes of the team. Ans 1. demonstrate 2. confirm 3. accomplish 4. prove Page 3 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Q.12 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. Blackbook The organisation’s furtive actions must be taken into notice and dealt with accordingly. Ans 1. Truthful 2. Foxy 3. Futuristic 4. Shady Q.13 Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. Mothers have great animosity for their children. Ans 1. affection 2. affectation 3. abasement 4. absurdity Q.14 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Fasten Ans 1. Bolt 2. Undo 3. Loosen 4. Detach Q.15 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Stingy Ans 1. Lascivious 2. Generous 3. Deceitful 4. Humorous Q.16 Identify the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence. A boisterous horse must have a rough bridle. Ans 1. Bouncy 2. Rowdy 3. Calm 4. Loud Q.17 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Sonam’s cat used to chase the mouse into the kitchen and knock through a tower of pots and pans. Ans 1. knock out a tower of pots 2. knock over a tower of pots 3. knock inside a tower of pots 4. knock away a tower of pots Page 4 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Q.18 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. Blackbook Ralph’s condition worsened in the hospital. Ans 1. Changed 2. Improved 3. Traversed 4. Scaled Q.19 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Cost an arm and a leg Ans 1. To be inexpensive 2. To be affordable 3. To be very expensive 4. To be moderately priced Q.20 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. Prajakta is a very vain girl. Ans 1. Honourable 2. Honest 3. Hopeful 4. Humble Q.21 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. The CEO's decision to cut benefits was a __________ move. Ans 1. laborious 2. harsh 3. rigorous 4. humorous Q.22 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 improvement required’. I am so glad that I ran into you on the way. Ans 1. ran over 2. No improvement required 3. ran away 4. ran out of Q.23 Identify the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the following sentence and select its correct spelling from the given options. The committee heard that he had been negliegent in his duty. Ans 1. comittee 2. hurd 3. dutie 4. negligent Page 5 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (01-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Q.24 Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the following Blackbook sentence. The arrival of Pragati in the house brought disharmony among the family members. Ans 1. Rift in the lute 2. Hair breadth 3. Tenterhooks 4. A cry in the wilderness Q.25 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Titanic Ans 1. Deep 2. Attractive 3. Huge 4. Disastrous Page 6 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name R K Digital Computer Centre 2 Exam Date 02/07/2024 Exam Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Subject CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I Section : English Language Q.1 Select the option that corrects the following sentence. All the workers have called of the strike. Ans 1. All the workers have called between the strike. 2. All the workers have called off the strike. 3. All the workers have called at the strike. 4. All the workers have called through the strike. Q.2 The following sentence has been divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an error. They have decided / to wind out / their business / without delay. Ans 1. to wind out 2. without delay. 3. their business 4. They have decided Q.3 The given sentence is divided into four segments. Select the option that has the segment with a grammatical error. He organises / a children’s fair every year / and his friends comes / to attend it. Ans 1. a children’s fair every year 2. to attend it. 3. and his friends comes 4. He organises Q.4 The underlined phrase in the given sentence has been used incorrectly. Select the option that can correctly replace the underlined segment. Samita asked out a favour of going early today. Ans 1. asked after 2. asked around 3. asked for 4. asked over Page 1 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. (1)______ health benefits, including protection from cardiovascular disease and cancer, have been (2)_______ to antioxidants; however, according to dietitian Vinson, these benefits depend on how well antioxidants are absorbed and (3)______ by the body. According to the study, coffee has more antioxidant power than other well-known foods and drinks, like tea, milk, chocolate, and cranberries. Dates had the highest antioxidants per serving out of all the foods and drinks (4)______, but because dates are not consumed to the same extent as coffee, the latter comes out on (5)______, according to Vinson. SubQuestion No : 5 Q.5 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1. Ans 1. Few 2. Countable 3. Numerous 4. Limited Comprehension: In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. (1)______ health benefits, including protection from cardiovascular disease and cancer, have been (2)_______ to antioxidants; however, according to dietitian Vinson, these benefits depend on how well antioxidants are absorbed and (3)______ by the body. According to the study, coffee has more antioxidant power than other well-known foods and drinks, like tea, milk, chocolate, and cranberries. Dates had the highest antioxidants per serving out of all the foods and drinks (4)______, but because dates are not consumed to the same extent as coffee, the latter comes out on (5)______, according to Vinson. SubQuestion No : 6 Q.6 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2. Ans 1. similar 2. negative 3. parallel 4. attributed Comprehension: In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. (1)______ health benefits, including protection from cardiovascular disease and cancer, have been (2)_______ to antioxidants; however, according to dietitian Vinson, these benefits depend on how well antioxidants are absorbed and (3)______ by the body. According to the study, coffee has more antioxidant power than other well-known foods and drinks, like tea, milk, chocolate, and cranberries. Dates had the highest antioxidants per serving out of all the foods and drinks (4)______, but because dates are not consumed to the same extent as coffee, the latter comes out on (5)______, according to Vinson. SubQuestion No : 7 Q.7 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. Ans 1. utilised 2. hinder 3. impede 4. rejected Page 2 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. (1)______ health benefits, including protection from cardiovascular disease and cancer, have been (2)_______ to antioxidants; however, according to dietitian Vinson, these benefits depend on how well antioxidants are absorbed and (3)______ by the body. According to the study, coffee has more antioxidant power than other well-known foods and drinks, like tea, milk, chocolate, and cranberries. Dates had the highest antioxidants per serving out of all the foods and drinks (4)______, but because dates are not consumed to the same extent as coffee, the latter comes out on (5)______, according to Vinson. SubQuestion No : 8 Q.8 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. Ans 1. synthesised 2. consumed 3. assimilated 4. analysed Comprehension: In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. (1)______ health benefits, including protection from cardiovascular disease and cancer, have been (2)_______ to antioxidants; however, according to dietitian Vinson, these benefits depend on how well antioxidants are absorbed and (3)______ by the body. According to the study, coffee has more antioxidant power than other well-known foods and drinks, like tea, milk, chocolate, and cranberries. Dates had the highest antioxidants per serving out of all the foods and drinks (4)______, but because dates are not consumed to the same extent as coffee, the latter comes out on (5)______, according to Vinson. SubQuestion No : 9 Q.9 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. Ans 1. lowest 2. top 3. below 4. bottom Q.10 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Wonderful Ans 1. Awful 2. Upright 3. Amazing 4. Synthetic Q.11 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 required’. The plum tree in our garden is cover in blossoms, as are the trees outside my office window. Ans 1. is covered in 2. are cover at 3. No substitution required 4. is covering at Page 3 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Q.12 Read the given sentence carefully. Change the meaning of the sentence by replacing Blackbook the underlined word with its ANTONYM from the following options. The equivocal tone of the Prime Minister in his speech caused uproar in the chamber. Ans 1. iffy 2. conflicting 3. irresolute 4. explicit Q.13 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. We feel warm on the subject Ans 1. warmly about 2. warming about 3. warmer on 4. warmed on Q.14 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Ans 1. marijuena 2. lascivious 3. stationery 4. dictator Q.15 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. My parents have a fertile land in the backyard. Ans 1. Timid 2. Potent 3. Scanty 4. Barren Q.16 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 required’. A soldier of the tenth legion leaped into the water as soon as the ship touches the shore. Ans 1. the ship touched the shore 2. No substitution required 3. the ship touch the shore 4. the ship was touch the shore Q.17 Select the most appropriate connotation to fill in the blank. I always love the _______ of my mother’s cooking. Ans 1. perfume 2. scent 3. stench 4. aroma Page 4 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Q.18 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the Blackbook given sentence. The dictator ordered the traitor were jailed. Ans 1. to be 2. is 3. might 4. was Q.19 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Dog eat dog Ans 1. Being calculative 2. Tit for tat 3. Ruthlessly competitive 4. Like-minded people connect better Q.20 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The dearth of governmental policies on the basic rights and comforts of the impaired population leads to low standard of public life in a country. Ans 1. Abundance 2. Paucity 3. Brevity 4. Lacunae Q.21 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the sentence. He laboured very hard but could not yield anything from the barren piece of land. Ans 1. Fertile 2. Fruitless 3. Sterile 4. Vile Q.22 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Put in mind Ans 1. To understand 2. To remind 3. To calculate 4. To forget Q.23 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Enemy Ans 1. Attacker 2. Combatant 3. Colleague 4. Friend Page 5 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Q.24 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Blackbook Competent Ans 1. Chatty 2. Unskilled 3. Qualified 4. Dumb Q.25 Select the correctly spelt word. Ans 1. Illusion 2. Ilusion 3. Illuseon 4. Illuzion Page 6 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name Eduhive Palestra Exam Date 02/07/2024 Exam Time 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM Subject CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I Section : English Language Q.1 Select the option that corrects the following sentence. He has broken his leg yesterday. Ans 1. He broke his leg yesterday. 2. He has broke his leg yesterday. 3. He had broke his leg yesterday. 4. He have broken his leg yesterday. Q.2 The following sentence has been split into segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer. I goes to / attend dance classes at / the National Dance Academy. Ans 1. I goes to 2. attend dance classes at 3. the National Dance Academy. 4. No error Q.3 The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. I noticed that they / did not went to / the museum but entered / a shopping complex. Ans 1. a shopping complex. 2. I noticed that they 3. the museum but entered 4. did not went to Q.4 The given sentence is divided into three segments. Select the option that has the segment with a grammatical error. If there is no error, select ‘No error’. The meeting was called off / due to a medical emergency of / the manager of the company. Ans 1. The meeting was called off 2. the manager of the company. 3. No error 4. due to a medical emergency of Page 1 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. If we look at the global population, out of every six persons living in this world, one is an Indian and (1)______ a Chinese. The population of Pakistan is very (2)_____ and accounts for roughly about one-tenth of China or India. Though China is the largest nation and geographically (3)____ the largest area among the three nations, its density is the lowest. Scholars point out the one child (4)____ in China in the late 1970s as the major reason for low population growth. They also state that this measure led to a (5)_____ in the sex ratio, the proportion of females per 1000 males. SubQuestion No : 5 Q.5 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1. Ans 1. second 2. another 3. either 4. many Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. If we look at the global population, out of every six persons living in this world, one is an Indian and (1)______ a Chinese. The population of Pakistan is very (2)_____ and accounts for roughly about one-tenth of China or India. Though China is the largest nation and geographically (3)____ the largest area among the three nations, its density is the lowest. Scholars point out the one child (4)____ in China in the late 1970s as the major reason for low population growth. They also state that this measure led to a (5)_____ in the sex ratio, the proportion of females per 1000 males. SubQuestion No : 6 Q.6 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2. Ans 1. small 2. obscure 3. much 4. a little Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. If we look at the global population, out of every six persons living in this world, one is an Indian and (1)______ a Chinese. The population of Pakistan is very (2)_____ and accounts for roughly about one-tenth of China or India. Though China is the largest nation and geographically (3)____ the largest area among the three nations, its density is the lowest. Scholars point out the one child (4)____ in China in the late 1970s as the major reason for low population growth. They also state that this measure led to a (5)_____ in the sex ratio, the proportion of females per 1000 males. SubQuestion No : 7 Q.7 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. Ans 1. rents 2. lodges 3. grasps 4. occupies Page 2 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. If we look at the global population, out of every six persons living in this world, one is an Indian and (1)______ a Chinese. The population of Pakistan is very (2)_____ and accounts for roughly about one-tenth of China or India. Though China is the largest nation and geographically (3)____ the largest area among the three nations, its density is the lowest. Scholars point out the one child (4)____ in China in the late 1970s as the major reason for low population growth. They also state that this measure led to a (5)_____ in the sex ratio, the proportion of females per 1000 males. SubQuestion No : 8 Q.8 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. Ans 1. average 2. ordeal 3. statute 4. standard Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. If we look at the global population, out of every six persons living in this world, one is an Indian and (1)______ a Chinese. The population of Pakistan is very (2)_____ and accounts for roughly about one-tenth of China or India. Though China is the largest nation and geographically (3)____ the largest area among the three nations, its density is the lowest. Scholars point out the one child (4)____ in China in the late 1970s as the major reason for low population growth. They also state that this measure led to a (5)_____ in the sex ratio, the proportion of females per 1000 males. SubQuestion No : 9 Q.9 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. Ans 1. suspension 2. decline 3. diminish 4. failure Q.10 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. I was in the _________ of a meeting when somebody called me. Ans 1. centre 2. corner 3. middle 4. round Q.11 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Lose heart Ans 1. To believe in your success 2. To get success by believing in yourself 3. To be suspicious of your success 4. To stop believing that you can succeed Page 3 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Q.12 Identify the incorrectly spelt word and select its correct spelling. Blackbook Wether we want to admit it or not, we all wish everyone would like us. Ans 1. addmit 2. admitt 3. whither 4. whether Q.13 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Slip your mind Ans 1. Forget about something 2. Immediately think of something 3. Can’t think of anything to say 4. Think about something for a short time Q.14 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Their was a large snake found in the garden last evening. Ans 1. There was the larger snake 2. Their was the larger snake 3. There was not a large snake 4. There was a large snake Q.15 Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank. The city’s infrastructure was ill-equipped to handle the influx of ________(visitors) during the peak season. Ans 1. citizens 2. residents 3. tourists 4. natives Q.16 Select the most appropriate spelling of the underlined word in the given sentence. The prison is euphemistically called a ‘rehabillitation centre’. Ans 1. rehabilition 2. rehbilitation 3. rehabilitation 4. rehabilation Q.17 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the following sentence. Rimjhim received a children’s very illustrated colourful atlas on her 10th birthday. Ans 1. a colourful very illustrated children’s atlas 2. an very illustrated colourful children’s atlas 3. a very illustrated colourful atlas children 4. a very colourful illustrated children’s atlas Page 4 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Q.18 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the Blackbook given sentence. Please take many as you want. Ans 1. too much 2. much of 3. as much 4. so much Q.19 Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank. __________is a red-coloured root vegetable. Ans 1. Beat 2. Bead 3. Beet 4. Bit Q.20 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Lethargic Ans 1. Intelligent 2. Exhausted 3. Active 4. Cute Q.21 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the following sentence. I hope you have enjoying yourselves at the party tonight! Ans 1. enjoy yourselves 2. are enjoying themselves 3. will be enjoy himself 4. enjoys yourselves Q.22 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Both the criminals were cruel and ________. Ans 1. brutal 2. warm 3. sympathetic 4. diligent Q.23 Identify the most appropriate synonym of the following word. Implicate Ans 1. Complain 2. Interrogate 3. Confuse 4. Accuse Page 5 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 11-45 AM - 12-45 PM) - Section : English Language Q.24 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Blackbook Pliable Ans 1. Severe 2. Probable 3. Rigid 4. Malleable Q.25 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank. The firefighter summoned all her _________ (cowardice) and rushed into the burning building. Ans 1. expertise 2. skills 3. courage 4. erudition Page 6 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name Academy of Management Studies Exam Date 02/07/2024 Exam Time 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Subject CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I Section : English Language Q.1 The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. Since the little girl answers / a few simple questions, / her parents say that / she is too intelligent. Ans 1. Since the little girl answers 2. her parents say that 3. a few simple questions 4. she is too intelligent Q.2 The following sentence has been divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an error in the usage of indefinite articles. We took / an ice / and applied it on / the wound. Ans 1. and applied it on 2. the wound. 3. an ice 4. We took Q.3 Select the option that corrects the following sentence. What are you looking around? Ans 1. What are you looking across? 2. What are you looking among? 3. What are you looking through? 4. What are you looking for? Q.4 The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. It is difficult to live in / the societal expectations / when one has / fewer resources. ABCD Ans 1. D 2. C 3. B 4. A Page 1 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Cities are the great havens for knowledge, culture, and social life. Vibrant cultures are found in cities because it takes a 1.________ population to support museums, concert halls, sports teams, and night-life districts. Cities also offer rich social opportunities. People in rural areas enjoy only limited social opportunities because 2.________ the small local population. City dwellers can choose their friends and mates from among a large number of people of 3.________ interests and inclinations. We are not likely to abandon the city as a 4.________ institution, but we need to make sure that our transport arrangements do not 5.________ the 'city's' other functions. SubQuestion No : 5 Q.5 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 1. Ans 1. lazy 2. large 3. dumb 4. small Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Cities are the great havens for knowledge, culture, and social life. Vibrant cultures are found in cities because it takes a 1.________ population to support museums, concert halls, sports teams, and night-life districts. Cities also offer rich social opportunities. People in rural areas enjoy only limited social opportunities because 2.________ the small local population. City dwellers can choose their friends and mates from among a large number of people of 3.________ interests and inclinations. We are not likely to abandon the city as a 4.________ institution, but we need to make sure that our transport arrangements do not 5.________ the 'city's' other functions. SubQuestion No : 6 Q.6 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2. Ans 1. of 2. off 3. with 4. for Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Cities are the great havens for knowledge, culture, and social life. Vibrant cultures are found in cities because it takes a 1.________ population to support museums, concert halls, sports teams, and night-life districts. Cities also offer rich social opportunities. People in rural areas enjoy only limited social opportunities because 2.________ the small local population. City dwellers can choose their friends and mates from among a large number of people of 3.________ interests and inclinations. We are not likely to abandon the city as a 4.________ institution, but we need to make sure that our transport arrangements do not 5.________ the 'city's' other functions. SubQuestion No : 7 Q.7 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3. Ans 1. similar 2. declining 3. wasteful 4. feigning Page 2 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Cities are the great havens for knowledge, culture, and social life. Vibrant cultures are found in cities because it takes a 1.________ population to support museums, concert halls, sports teams, and night-life districts. Cities also offer rich social opportunities. People in rural areas enjoy only limited social opportunities because 2.________ the small local population. City dwellers can choose their friends and mates from among a large number of people of 3.________ interests and inclinations. We are not likely to abandon the city as a 4.________ institution, but we need to make sure that our transport arrangements do not 5.________ the 'city's' other functions. SubQuestion No : 8 Q.8 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 4. Ans 1. educational 2. psychological 3. religious 4. cultural Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Cities are the great havens for knowledge, culture, and social life. Vibrant cultures are found in cities because it takes a 1.________ population to support museums, concert halls, sports teams, and night-life districts. Cities also offer rich social opportunities. People in rural areas enjoy only limited social opportunities because 2.________ the small local population. City dwellers can choose their friends and mates from among a large number of people of 3.________ interests and inclinations. We are not likely to abandon the city as a 4.________ institution, but we need to make sure that our transport arrangements do not 5.________ the 'city's' other functions. SubQuestion No : 9 Q.9 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 5. Ans 1. help 2. support 3. damage 4. boost Q.10 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. One of my best friends are here. Ans 1. best friends is here 2. best friend is here 3. better friends are here 4. better friends is here Q.11 Identify the incorrectly spelt word and select its correct spelling. This will sound weired, but bear with me. Ans 1. wired 2. weird 3. bier 4. beer Page 3 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Q.12 Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank. Blackbook Ravi is _______. Ans 1. bald 2. balled 3. bawled 4. baled Q.13 Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank. The two brothers ___________ when their father died. Ans 1. fell out 2. fell down 3. look down upon 4. got the sack Q.14 Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘intuitive’ to fill in the blank. In a split second, her ________ reaction kicked in as she swiftly reached out to catch the falling glass. Ans 1. voluntary 2. shrewd 3. instinctive 4. insightful Q.15 Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘Abandon’ from the given sentence. Ramita has decided to forsake her participation in college activities until she improved her scores. Ans 1. improved 2. forsake 3. participation 4. decided Q.16 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. The teacher asked the students to ______ electricity by switching off lights when they left the room. Ans 1. retain 2. rescue 3. deposit 4. save Q.17 Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence. We should not discriminate against people who are different from us. Ans 1. differentiate 2. divide 3. sever 4. part Page 4 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Q.18 Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank. Blackbook After a day long trek, we were so tired that we were ready to _________. Ans 1. go from rags to riches 2. face the music 3. hit the sack 4. get into deep water Q.19 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Ans 1. Destroy 2. Demolish 3. Betrey 4. Develop Q.20 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. She was known for her refined manners. Ans 1. Shrewd 2. Elegant 3. Crude 4. Brood Q.21 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. We should desecrate our national flag. Ans 1. Sanctify 2. Damage 3. Violate 4. Integrate Q.22 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 required’. Then I unfurled the Indian tri-colour and keep it aloft at the roof of the world. Ans 1. hold 2. keeping 3. No substitution required 4. held Q.23 Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. This book provides an unrestrained account of the natural resources in India. Ans 1. exhausting 2. exhaustive 3. limlited 4. excessive Q.24 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The truth was revealed in the interrogation. Ans 1. Found 2. Evident 3. Concealed 4. Declared Page 5 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 2-30 PM - 3-30 PM) - Section : English Language Q.25 Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. In case Blackbook no improvement is needed, select ‘No improvement’. The Privacy Shield establishes a process to allow companies to transfer consumer data from European Union countries to the United States in compliance in EU law. Ans 1. No improvement 2. in compliance under the 3. in compliance for the 4. in compliance with Page 6 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name iON Digital Zone iDZ 2 Sector 62 Exam Date 02/07/2024 Exam Time 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM Subject CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I Section : English Language Q.1 Select the most appropriate article to fill in the blank. _________ bed you sleep in is broken. Ans 1. A 2. The 3. On 4. An Q.2 Identify the grammatical error in the following sentence and select the correct tense from the options given below. I have met my friend yesterday. Ans 1. had been meeting 2. have been meeting 3. was meeting 4. met my friend Q.3 Select the option that will improve the given sentence by using the most appropriate verb. That Macbook belong to Xavier. Ans 1. That Macbook belongs to Xavier. 2. That Macbook is belong to Xavier. 3. That Macbook is belonged to Xavier. 4. That Macbook belonging to Xavier. Q.4 The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. The teacher was / taken back by / the audacity of / the new student. ABCD Ans 1. C 2. A 3. D 4. B Page 1 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. It is generally (1)_______ that the methodology of teaching-learning is the concern of teachers only. Learners have (2) ____ or nothing to do with it. But this is not true. The teaching-learning (3) ______ are concerns of learners as well. Knowing and understanding that how different subjects are taught are important for the learners of all subjects, but it has more (4) ______ for the learners of physical education. When we talk about you as learners of physical education, we mean that you have actually participated in the subject area, rather than (5) ______ studied it. SubQuestion No : 5 Q.5 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1. Ans 1. believed 2. wished 3. hoped 4. planned Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. It is generally (1)_______ that the methodology of teaching-learning is the concern of teachers only. Learners have (2) ____ or nothing to do with it. But this is not true. The teaching-learning (3) ______ are concerns of learners as well. Knowing and understanding that how different subjects are taught are important for the learners of all subjects, but it has more (4) ______ for the learners of physical education. When we talk about you as learners of physical education, we mean that you have actually participated in the subject area, rather than (5) ______ studied it. SubQuestion No : 6 Q.6 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2. Ans 1. light 2. little 3. minute 4. sparse Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. It is generally (1)_______ that the methodology of teaching-learning is the concern of teachers only. Learners have (2) ____ or nothing to do with it. But this is not true. The teaching-learning (3) ______ are concerns of learners as well. Knowing and understanding that how different subjects are taught are important for the learners of all subjects, but it has more (4) ______ for the learners of physical education. When we talk about you as learners of physical education, we mean that you have actually participated in the subject area, rather than (5) ______ studied it. SubQuestion No : 7 Q.7 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3. Ans 1. breaks 2. forms 3. methods 4. customs Page 2 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Comprehension: Blackbook In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. It is generally (1)_______ that the methodology of teaching-learning is the concern of teachers only. Learners have (2) ____ or nothing to do with it. But this is not true. The teaching-learning (3) ______ are concerns of learners as well. Knowing and understanding that how different subjects are taught are important for the learners of all subjects, but it has more (4) ______ for the learners of physical education. When we talk about you as learners of physical education, we mean that you have actually participated in the subject area, rather than (5) ______ studied it. SubQuestion No : 8 Q.8 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4. Ans 1. reference 2. relevance 3. consistency 4. recurrence Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. It is generally (1)_______ that the methodology of teaching-learning is the concern of teachers only. Learners have (2) ____ or nothing to do with it. But this is not true. The teaching-learning (3) ______ are concerns of learners as well. Knowing and understanding that how different subjects are taught are important for the learners of all subjects, but it has more (4) ______ for the learners of physical education. When we talk about you as learners of physical education, we mean that you have actually participated in the subject area, rather than (5) ______ studied it. SubQuestion No : 9 Q.9 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5. Ans 1. merely 2. purely 3. hardly 4. entirely Q.10 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The plot of the novel is very dull. Ans 1. Diverting 2. Charming 3. Plodding 4. Riveting Q.11 Select the most appropriate option that collocates with ‘wish’ to fill in the blank. The genie asked Aladdin to ________ a wish. Ans 1. take 2. tell 3. make 4. ask Page 3 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Q.12 Read the sentence carefully and select the most appropriate option to substitute the Blackbook underlined part. You can be sentenced for trespassing on someone else’s property. Ans 1. conspiring against others 2. leaving without permission 3. showing unselfish devotion 4. entering without permission Q.13 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 improvement required’. We set up on the journey early in the morning. Ans 1. set off 2. No improvement required 3. set about 4. set in Q.14 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The wizard, while performing an item, accidentally set his own hat on fire and prompted the fire alarm to go on. Ans 1. the fire alarm to go away 2. the fire alarm to go off 3. the fire alarm to go under 4. the fire alarm to go above Q.15 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence. The upshot of the consultation with the doctor was an operation scheduled for the next week. Ans 1. Result 2. Estimate 3. Blame 4. Cause Q.16 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Remission Ans 1. Punishment 2. Pardon 3. Retribution 4. Overlook Q.17 Identify the incorrectly spelt word and select its correct spelling. Maybe he wanted to make sure he didn’t embarrese her. Ans 1. emberess 2. shure 3. embarrass 4. sware Page 4 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Q.18 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word given in the bracket to fill in the Blackbook blank. The State media houses present ______ (vociferous) views compared to private media. Ans 1. assertive 2. political 3. biased 4. mild Q.19 Select the option that rectifies the spelling of the underlined word in the given sentence. It has been a usual ocurrence for a few days now. Ans 1. occurrence 2. occurrance 3. occerrence 4. occurence Q.20 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. It will take two hours to walk across the forest. Ans 1. between 2. through 3. over 4. away Q.21 Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word. Let us assume that we will do the job honestly. Ans 1. give 2. take 3. think 4. allow Q.22 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. On its last legs Ans 1. Last choice 2. Creeping on legs 3. Slow movement 4. In a bad condition Q.23 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. Few people turned up to attend the tawdry promo of the new movie. Ans 1. Gawdy 2. Elegant 3. Inferior 4. Showy Page 5 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (02-07-2024 - 5-15 PM - 6-15 PM) - Section : English Language Q.24 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Blackbook She could easily eat the _________ biryani by herself. Ans 1. hall 2. hole 3. whole 4. haul Q.25 Select the most appropriate idiomatic expression that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.: It feels like I made a promise of more than my ability when I promised to complete this worksheet in one day. Ans 1. beat my brain out 2. bit off more than I could chew 3. beat the drum 4. burnt a hole in my pocket Page 6 of 6  CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I (03-07-2024 - 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM) - Section : English Language Blackbook Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2024 Tier I Venue Name City Degree College Of Management & Technology Exam Date 03/07/2024 Exam Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Subject CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I Section : English Language Q.1 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. Mrs. Meera and family / received his letter / a week ago. Ans 1. received his letter 2. Mrs. Meera and family 3. a week ago 4. No error Q.2 Identify the error in the given sentence and select the correct sentence from the given options. Petrified wood is type of fossilised wood that exhibit