SSC CHSL Pre 2024 English Subject Questions PDF

SSC CHSL Pre 2024 English Subject Questions By RankMitra 1.) 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. When Prime Minister N...

SSC CHSL Pre 2024 English Subject Questions By RankMitra 1.) 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. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that rupees with the denominations of 500/- and 1000/- would 1.________ to be the legal tender from the 9th of November, the whole country was stunned. This decision caused a sensation in the whole country. Social media was flooded with messages and information. People started counting the cash they had 2.________ for years legally or illegally. The main objective of this move was to curb black money, corruption and fake money menace. All the people but those who indulged in 3.________ welcomed the move. The whole opposition shook hands against this move under one pretence or the other. They called this decision a 4.________ law and wanted the government to roll it back. Severe criticisms were made to target the decision. The government also carried out 5.________ attacks. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 5. A. example B. ineffectual C. revengeful D. case 1.84% attempted right 85.87% wrong 2.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The plot of the novel is very dull. A. Diverting B. Riveting C. Charming D. Plodding 3.56% attempted right 91.09% wrong 3.) The following sentence has been divided into three segments. One of them may contain an adverbial usage error. Select the option that has the segment with the error. If you don’t find any error, select ‘No error’ as your answer. Mr. Narayanan / is a rather / lazy man. A. No error B. is a rather C. Mr. Narayanan D. lazy man. 6.72% attempted right 89.46% wrong 4.) The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. Our plane / arrived at / the Mumbai airport / at the right time. A. arrived at B. the Mumbai airport C. Our plane D. at the right time 8.51% attempted right 84.78% wrong 5.) 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. On the afternoon of 30 March 1981, many Americans experienced a (i)________ of déjà-vu. Déjà-vu is a name given to the feeling that a person has seen or experienced an event before. Many Americans could not help having that feeling on this day. The (ii) ________ hit TVs and radios immediately. President Ronald Raegan had been shot. He was leaving a hotel in Washington DC, turned to wave at some of the people gathered to see him, and fell towards the ground. Before he could hit the ground, his Secret Service Agents (iii) ________ him into the car and rushed to the nearest hospital. This same story had been heard before. On 22 November 1963 President John F Kennedy was riding in a motorcade through Dallas, Texas. He smiled and waved to the crowd that had gathered to see him. (iv) ________ rang out from a nearby building. The President collapsed into the backseat of the car and was immediately taken to the nearest hospital. He was (v) ________ dead at the hospital. Now, just seventeen years later, the news sounded eerily the same. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. (iii). A. pushed B. pulled C. whisked D. called 8.75% attempted right 84.34% wrong 6.) 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. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. A. synthesised B. consumed C. assimilated D. analysed 8.77% attempted right 83.42% wrong 7.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. Mr. Stein is a very cold and hard man. A. Clement B. Tolerant C. Charitable D. Relaxed 8.93% attempted right 84.22% wrong 8.) 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. A. received his letter B. a week ago C. Mrs. Meera and family D. No error 10.00% attempted right 84.98% wrong 9.) 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 A. B B. C C. A D. D 10.74% attempted right 78.46% wrong 10.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence. This newly arisen evidence could have proved to finally put the culprit behind bars. A. can proof B. can be proven C. could have been proven D. is proof 12.44% attempted right 75.38% wrong 11.) Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank. The two brothers ___________ when their father died. A. look down upon B. fell down C. fell out D. got the sack 13.74% attempted right 74.11% wrong 12.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The novel highlights the place of the endangered species in the rainforest. A. plight B. perspective C. position D. prowess 14.36% attempted right 72.12% wrong 13.) 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. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2. A. grounded B. profound C. shallow D. deep 14.74% attempted right 71.12% wrong 14.) 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.” Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5. A. pursued B. ruffled C. chased D. searched 15.75% attempted right 68.68% wrong 15.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The stone was also said to have occult powers. A. unfathomable B. latent C. intelligible D. ambiguous 15.95% attempted right 52.07% wrong 16.) 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. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. A. average B. ordeal C. standard D. statute 15.98% attempted right 70.74% wrong 17.) 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. A few months after Conrads death, the nobles met at Aix-la-Chapelle and elected Henry to be their king. At this time, it was the (1)________ in Europe to hunt various birds, such as the wild duck and partridge, with falcons. The falcons were long-winged birds of prey, (2)________ hawks. They were trained to (3)________ on their masters wrist and wait patiently until they were told to fly. Then they would swiftly (4) ________ at their prey and bear it to the ground. Henry was very fond of falconry and hence was known as Henry the Fowler, or Falconer. As soon as the other dukes had elected him king, a messenger was sent to Saxony to (5)________ him of the honour done for him. After a search of some days, he was at last found, far up in the Hartz Mountains, hunting with his falcons. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. A. flight B. dashed C. leapt D. dart 16.07% attempted right 59.67% wrong 18.) 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. A. exhaustive B. exhausting C. excessive D. limlited 16.34% attempted right 73.45% wrong 19.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. The news gave him inexpressible ecstasy. A. Depression B. Passion C. Delight D. Disappointment 16.71% attempted right 71.81% wrong 20.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Fastidious A. Lax B. Speedy C. Late D. Scrupulous 17.13% attempted right 70.17% wrong 21.) Select the option that will improve the given sentence by using the most appropriate verb. Soorya walking to college every day. A. Soorya is walking to college every day. B. Soorya walked to college every day. C. Soorya have walked to college every day. D. Soorya walk to college every day. 17.36% attempted right 79.49% wrong 22.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Evasive A. Ambiguous B. Accessible C. Abrasive D. Cohesive 18.25% attempted right 41.79% wrong 23.) 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. A few months after Conrads death, the nobles met at Aix-la-Chapelle and elected Henry to be their king. At this time, it was the (1)________ in Europe to hunt various birds, such as the wild duck and partridge, with falcons. The falcons were long-winged birds of prey, (2)________ hawks. They were trained to (3)________ on their masters wrist and wait patiently until they were told to fly. Then they would swiftly (4) ________ at their prey and bear it to the ground. Henry was very fond of falconry and hence was known as Henry the Fowler, or Falconer. As soon as the other dukes had elected him king, a messenger was sent to Saxony to (5)________ him of the honour done for him. After a search of some days, he was at last found, far up in the Hartz Mountains, hunting with his falcons. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. A. perch B. sitting C. chirp D. lurch 18.59% attempted right 62.07% wrong 24.) 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.” Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3. A. purpose B. technique C. talent D. weakness 19.21% attempted right 71.49% wrong 25.) 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. A. Blame B. Estimate C. Cause D. Result 19.65% attempted right 58.94% wrong 26.) Select the sentence that brings out the most appropriate meaning of the idiom ‘Dog in the manger’. A. Rachit had some important work and so he cancelled the show tickets for everyone. B. Mohit was so loyal and committed to his company that he rejected lucrative offers from different companies. C. You are here just because you have recognised your hidden potential. D. To prove this is not a trap, I want to check the credibility of your plan. 20.07% attempted right 53.87% wrong 27.) 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. For decades, humans have tried to theorise the origin and evolution of the universe. Many theories have been proposed and rejected. However, the Big Bang theory has been the most (1) ______ accepted. According to this theory, the universe began as a single point, or singularity, around 13.8 billion years ago. This singularity contained all the matter and energy that would eventually (2)______ the stars, galaxies and other structures that make up our universe today. The Big Bang theory is supported by a (3)______ of observational evidence, including the cosmic microwave background radiation, the (4)_______ of light elements in the universe and the large-scale structure of the cosmos. Despite its success, the Big Bang theory is still an active area of research, with scientists seeking to better understand the earliest moments of the universe and the (5)______ of dark matter and energy. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. A. rich B. wealth C. debt D. store 20.43% attempted right 66.62% wrong 28.) Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. A. Innoculate B. Immaculate C. Irreverent D. Immense 20.61% attempted right 64.01% wrong 29.) Identify the error in the following sentence and select the option with the correct use of the phrasal verb. Prateek was planning to ask Shreya for a favour. But he could not muster up the courage. So, he blacked out. A. Prateek was planning to ask Shreya for a favour. But he could not muster up the courage. So, he checked out. B. Prateek was planning to ask Shreya for a favour. But he could not muster up the courage. So, he chickened out. C. Prateek was planning to ask Shreya for a favour. But he could not muster up the courage. So, he turned down. D. Prateek was planning to ask Shreya for a favour. But he could not muster up the courage. So, he broke in. 21.08% attempted right 62.72% wrong 30.) Select the most appropriate synonym that can replace the underlined word in the given sentence. It did not take her very long to ascend to power. A. reach B. climb C. arise D. grab 21.81% attempted right 68.25% wrong 31.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Vehement A. Passionate B. Mild C. Reliable D. Smashed 22.64% attempted right 33.69% wrong 32.) 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. How does a camel survive in the desert? Many people think that the camel stores water in its hump, but the hump is really made up of fats. When a camel (1)______ find water, it passes less urine to conserve (2)______ small amount of water it has in its body. Furthermore, the camel has a higher body temperature than (3)______ of most mammals. This means that it starts to sweat (4)_______ a higher temperature than that which human beings, for example, (5)_______ to perspire. This also helps it to keep water loss through sweating to a minimal. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. A. start B. starting C. started D. starts 23.52% attempted right 66.66% wrong 33.) 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 disclaimer read that no animals were harmed (1)________ the filming of that scene. However, they forgot that the brand of lipstick that was applied (2)________ the heroines lips for that scene was manufactured from crushed cochineal bugs, which release a pigment commonly used in red lipstick. The other items in the film studio (3)________ used animal fats during their manufacturing. The actors who (4)________ that they are vegan in past interviews are unaware of their indirect involvement in such acts of cruelty against animals. The indirect cruelty against animals does not stop here. For example, the extensive disposal of plastic waste in oceans has made plastic a part of the animal food chain, which is detrimental (5)________ our entire ecosystem. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2. A. upon B. over C. to D. on 23.60% attempted right 71.77% wrong 34.) Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined part of the given sentence. Mr. Sengupta’s complaint to the higher authority was only a red herring. A. clever bluff B. candid confession C. fortunate evidence D. discouraging act 23.64% attempted right 50.49% wrong 35.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Stoic A. Apathetic B. Fervent C. Cooperative D. Tolerant 23.85% attempted right 57.20% wrong 36.) 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. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5. A. entirely B. merely C. hardly D. purely 23.89% attempted right 68.12% wrong 37.) 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. A. The meeting was called off B. the manager of the company. C. No error D. due to a medical emergency of 24.38% attempted right 64.51% wrong 38.) 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. A. knock away a tower of pots B. knock inside a tower of pots C. knock over a tower of pots D. knock out a tower of pots 24.85% attempted right 58.04% wrong 39.) 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. Father took the newspaper / in his hand to / go through it once again. A. in his hand to B. go through it once again C. No error D. Father took the newspaper 25.18% attempted right 60.71% wrong 40.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. This makes readers contemplate the motives people have for performing acts of charity. A. overlook B. understate C. follow up D. deviate 25.34% attempted right 57.04% wrong 41.) The given sentence is divided into four segments. Select the option that has the segment with a grammatical error. The class / teacher was / wounded in / a leg. A. The class B. wounded in C. teacher was D. a leg. 25.36% attempted right 67.71% wrong 42.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word. My grandmother is fond of giving homilies to all my friends who visit my place. A. Alternatives B. Sermons C. Strictures D. Suggestions 25.66% attempted right 56.77% wrong 43.) Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the following sentence. The arrival of Pragati in the house brought disharmony among the family members. A. A cry in the wilderness B. Rift in the lute C. Tenterhooks D. Hair breadth 25.82% attempted right 52.94% wrong 44.) Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Blowing smoke A. To lie to perplex others B. To burn something important C. To hide something D. To tease someone relentlessly 25.92% attempted right 58.93% wrong 45.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. It’s very cheap to display wealth by donning gaudy dresses. A. Cheap B. Scanty C. Ornate D. Sober 25.93% attempted right 55.11% wrong 46.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word given in the bracket to fill in the blank. The State media houses present ______ (vociferous) views compared to private media. A. assertive B. biased C. mild D. political 26.64% attempted right 52.72% wrong 47.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Once bitten, thrice shy. A. twice shy B. once shy C. always shy D. never shy 26.80% attempted right 57.90% wrong 48.) 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. Family plays a vital role in our lives, serving as a source of love, support, and stability. It is (1)________ the family unit that we develop lasting bonds, learn essential values, and find comfort during (2) ________ times. Families provide a nurturing environment for personal growth and emotional well- being. They (3) ________ guidance, share experiences, and create cherished memories. The strength and (4) ________ of a family contribute to individual happiness, societal harmony, and the (5) ________ of a strong community. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 3. A. contribute B. offer C. deliver D. propose 26.87% attempted right 68.45% wrong 49.) Identify the most appropriate synonym of the following word. Implicate A. Confuse B. Accuse C. Interrogate D. Complain 26.88% attempted right 51.88% wrong 50.) Select the most appropriate connotation to fill in the blank. Raju is such a _________always prying into other people's business! A. perky B. nosy C. stingy D. cheeky 27.06% attempted right 51.56% wrong Join EZSSC to get SSC updates 51.) Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined word segment in the given sentence. Delivering that furniture to the tenth floor without the lift and an incline is incredibly foolish and next to impossible. A. like nailing jelly to the tree B. as tight as the bark of the tree C. like going between the bark and the tree D. like a tree known by its fruits 27.65% attempted right 50.73% wrong 52.) 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. A. Ramayana is an ancient B. around 500 BC to 100 BC. C. believed to be written D. Sanskrit epic; it is 28.59% attempted right 60.54% wrong 53.) 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. A. No improvement required B. ran out of C. ran away D. ran over 29.01% attempted right 58.64% wrong 54.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. We should desecrate our national flag. A. Damage B. Integrate C. Violate D. Sanctify 29.05% attempted right 59.42% wrong 55.) The given sentence is divided into four segments. Select the option that has the segment with a grammatical error. A part / of an / apple is / rotten. A. A part B. of an C. apple is D. rotten. 29.43% attempted right 61.58% wrong 56.) 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’. Applications are to be sent to the school’s e-mail ID before 30th June. A. will be send to B. would be send to C. No substitution required D. is sending 29.46% attempted right 64.21% wrong 57.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Resistance A. Tenderness B. Tolerance C. Awareness D. Reliance 29.69% attempted right 59.35% wrong 58.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The humble pupil sat on the floor with respect. A. Capitalist B. Sturdy C. Proud D. Corrupt 29.69% attempted right 64.87% wrong 59.) 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. A. Elegant B. Showy C. Inferior D. Gawdy 29.99% attempted right 42.97% wrong 60.) 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. A. a few simple questions B. Since the little girl answers C. her parents say that D. she is too intelligent 30.06% attempted right 61.05% wrong 61.) 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. A. No improvement required B. set in C. set off D. set about 30.08% attempted right 57.15% wrong 62.) Read the sentence carefully and select the synonym of the underlined word from the given alternatives. Everyone revered my austere father who was the high priest of the famous Shiva temple. A. Composed B. Stern C. Morose D. Aged 30.19% attempted right 45.39% wrong 63.) Identify the most appropriate synonym of the following word. Sceptical A. Insensitive B. Stoic C. Incredulous D. Garrulous 30.49% attempted right 41.38% wrong 64.) 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) A. thin B. keen C. sickly D. muscular 30.60% attempted right 47.91% wrong 65.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Lousy A. Funny B. Pitiful C. Praiseworthy D. Moral 30.91% attempted right 38.77% wrong 66.) Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Have a bee in your bonnet A. Be preoccupied or obsessed with something B. Having a cruel intention or grudge against someone C. To keep worrying about yourself D. Unable to stay at a place for long 31.52% attempted right 51.79% wrong 67.) The following sentence has been divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. My students are / waiting for / their flights / at the gate no. 6. A. at the gate no. 6. B. My students are C. their flights D. waiting for 31.87% attempted right 60.86% wrong 68.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Little that I knew of the English language was not sufficient to make me an English teacher. A. So little B. The little C. A little D. Very little 32.21% attempted right 60.83% wrong 69.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Do not later about the street. A. litre about B. loiter around C. latter about D. litter about 32.23% attempted right 54.32% wrong 70.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Remission A. Overlook B. Punishment C. Pardon D. Retribution 32.39% attempted right 51.05% wrong 71.) Identify the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. His jovial nature has won him many friends. A. Cunning B. Miserable C. Shrewd D. Dumb 32.56% attempted right 58.00% wrong 72.) Read the given sentence carefully. Change the meaning of the sentence by replacing 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. A. iffy B. explicit C. irresolute D. conflicting 32.67% attempted right 47.86% wrong 73.) 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. Conversation is indeed the (1)__________ teachable of all arts. All you need to do in order to become a good conversationalist is to find a (2)_________ that interests you and your listeners. But the important thing is that you must talk about the other (3)__________ hobby rather than your own. Therein lies the secret of your (4)____________. Talk to your friends about the things that interest them, and you will get a reputation for good fellowship, charming wit, and a brilliant mind. There is nothing that (5)________ people so much as your interest in their interest. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. A. irrationality B. audacity C. capacity D. popularity 32.69% attempted right 55.95% wrong 74.) Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. A. Conscientous B. Apparent C. Acknowledgment D. Fulfil 32.80% attempted right 63.68% wrong 75.) 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 disclaimer read that no animals were harmed (1)________ the filming of that scene. However, they forgot that the brand of lipstick that was applied (2)________ the heroines lips for that scene was manufactured from crushed cochineal bugs, which release a pigment commonly used in red lipstick. The other items in the film studio (3)________ used animal fats during their manufacturing. The actors who (4)________ that they are vegan in past interviews are unaware of their indirect involvement in such acts of cruelty against animals. The indirect cruelty against animals does not stop here. For example, the extensive disposal of plastic waste in oceans has made plastic a part of the animal food chain, which is detrimental (5)________ our entire ecosystem. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. A. in B. to C. on D. for 32.91% attempted right 62.04% wrong 76.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The player was declared fit and in excellent health to play the final matches. A. up in the arms B. on cloud nine C. right as rain D. left out in cold 32.99% attempted right 56.02% wrong 77.) Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. A. Clandestine B. Dissociation C. Pronounciation D. Denunciation 33.32% attempted right 56.79% wrong 78.) Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error. During winters, most of the trains are not running on time in North India. A. on time in North India. B. are not running C. During winters, D. most of the trains 33.34% attempted right 58.41% wrong 79.) 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. Organic agriculture offers a means to substitute costlier agricultural inputs such as HYV seeds, chemical fertilisers and pesticides with locally produced organic inputs that are cheaper and thereby generate good returns on ______1______. Organic agriculture also generates income through exports as the demand for organically grown crops is on a _____2___. Studies across countries have shown that organically grown food has more nutritional value than chemical farming, thus providing us with healthy foods. Since organic farming requires more labour input than ____3___ farming, India will find organic farming an attractive______4____. Finally, the produce is pesticide-free and produced in an environmentally ____5____ way. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. A. proposition B. burden C. obstacle D. challenge 33.66% attempted right 55.72% wrong 80.) The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. (1) Ganga was (2) out shopping at the mall (3) and ran over (4) her schoolmate. A. 1 B. 2 C. 4 D. 3 33.94% attempted right 55.73% wrong 81.) The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. It is his job / to chase out / clients with / outstanding debts. A. outstanding debts B. to chase out C. clients with D. It is his job 33.96% attempted right 47.14% wrong 82.) 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. Trees provide so many benefits (1)____ our everyday lives. They filter clean air, provide fresh drinking water, help (2)______ climate change and create homes for thousands of species of plants and animals. (3)________ a billion trees can help save the Earth from climate change and biodiversity loss. When we restore and (4)_______ critical forests, we remove carbon and support biodiversity. A billion is a big number, but we know we can do it together. (5)________ the planet by planting your tree today. This can protect and restore forests for future. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. A. In planting B. With planting C. By planting D. Planting 34.11% attempted right 61.33% wrong 83.) The following sentence has been divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an error. How long are you working / for your current employer / and why don’t you / look for better opportunities? A. look for better opportunities B. and why don’t you C. for your current employer D. How long are you working 34.30% attempted right 49.08% wrong 84.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Bill Gates’ fortune was bequeathed for the old age home. A. by the old age home B. into the old age home C. to the old age home D. with the old age home 34.30% attempted right 46.49% wrong 85.) 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. Teachers 1_________ given continuous opportunities for self-improvement and to learn the latest innovations and advances in their professions. Each teacher 2_________expected to participate in at least 50 hours of CPD opportunities every year for their own professional development, driven 3_________ their own interests. CPD opportunities will, in particular, 4_________cover the latest pedagogies regarding foundational literacy and numeracy, formative and adaptive assessment of learning outcomes, competency-based learning and related pedagogies, 5_________ experiential learning, arts-integrated, sports-integrated and storytelling-based approaches, etc. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2. A. can be B. will be C. shall be D. would be 34.40% attempted right 57.85% wrong 86.) Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. A. Circumlocution B. Disintigrate C. Haphazard D. Connoisseur 34.51% attempted right 54.61% wrong 87.) Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Many developing nations are having a ___________ economy these days. A. resounding B. ringing C. boosting D. booming 34.55% attempted right 57.34% wrong 88.) Select the most appropriate option to correct the sentence by using the proper meaning of the underlined word. He scores good marks in exams as he is quite meticulous. A. Lazy B. Careful C. Intelligent D. Selective 34.57% attempted right 60.64% wrong 89.) Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom. The United Nations is working to eliminate the vicious cycle of poverty. A. Strength of something B. The barrier of poverty C. One problem causes other D. Loophole of something 34.66% attempted right 52.28% wrong 90.) The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an INCORRECT preposition. I am writing to invite you / to give a presentation / for our Jobs and Careers Conference / for engineering graduates. A. I am writing to invite you B. for engineering graduates C. for our Jobs and Careers Conference D. to give a presentation 34.84% attempted right 49.17% wrong 91.) 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. A. so I wrote an e-mail for her B. I wrote an email to her C. so I wrote a e-mail to her D. I write an email to her 34.87% attempted right 60.25% wrong 92.) Select the most appropriate idiom to fill the blank in the given situation. They were waiting for their family members who were returning from a pilgrimage. Therefore, they were _______________ on the platform. A. playing a joke B. running behind time C. rolling up their sleeves D. pacing up and down 35.11% attempted right 51.20% wrong 93.) Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select ‘No improvement’. Since my friend was not feeling well, she asked me to come over and take care of her. A. come across B. No improvement C. come into D. come through 35.14% attempted right 51.65% wrong 94.) 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. How does a camel survive in the desert? Many people think that the camel stores water in its hump, but the hump is really made up of fats. When a camel (1)______ find water, it passes less urine to conserve (2)______ small amount of water it has in its body. Furthermore, the camel has a higher body temperature than (3)______ of most mammals. This means that it starts to sweat (4)_______ a higher temperature than that which human beings, for example, (5)_______ to perspire. This also helps it to keep water loss through sweating to a minimal. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2. A. a B. which C. very D. the 35.14% attempted right 61.47% wrong 95.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Impulsive A. Aggressive B. Passive C. Cautious D. Hasty 35.54% attempted right 51.53% wrong 96.) Identify the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Lenient A. Rude B. Kind C. Strict D. Rowdy 35.65% attempted right 54.81% wrong 97.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. We feel warm on the subject A. warming about B. warmer on C. warmed on D. warmly about 35.90% attempted right 50.50% wrong 98.) Parts of the following sentence have been underlined and given as options. Select the option that contains an error. Policeman came to my village and asked about a person who burgled a house last night. A. a person B. policeman C. my village D. a house 35.98% attempted right 57.43% wrong 99.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence. Although I have a lot of work to do, I am determined to finish it all by the end of the day so that I can enjoy my weekend not having any imminent due dates. A. with no pending reservations B. not leaving any work incomplete C. not with any pressure of due date D. without any looming deadlines 36.15% attempted right 46.66% wrong 100.) 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. Once upon a time, there was a man (1)____ used to tell the fortunes of people. One day, he was telling the fortune as usual when a man came to him and said, "Somebody (2)____ broken the door of your house and has stolen many valuables. Go home at once!" The fortune teller was (3)______ shocked to hear the news. He could not utter a word out of shock. He just ran to his house as fast as he could. He was in such a hurry that he left all his things behind. Now, one of his customers saw him rushing and (4)_____, "Every day he (5)______ the fortunes of so many people but today he could not see his own future!" The fortune teller felt very embarrassed. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. A. comments B. commented C. commenting D. comment 36.27% attempted right 58.45% wrong Join EZSSC to get SSC updates 101.) Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. A. lascivious B. dictator C. marijuena D. stationery 36.32% attempted right 55.02% wrong 102.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Skeptic A. Careful B. Atheist C. Believer D. Infidel 36.36% attempted right 39.03% wrong 103.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The dog was agitated and bit the child. A. quiescent B. nerveless C. steady D. serene 36.38% attempted right 47.55% wrong 104.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The company has to be able to compete globally. A. Impede B. Pervert C. Attack D. Support 36.46% attempted right 54.97% wrong 105.) Read the sentence carefully and select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined part. The crux of the study has been delineated by the researcher. A. fixed limitation B. collected data C. central point D. relevant part 36.70% attempted right 46.40% wrong 106.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank. Her voice, soft and ________, (shrill) flowed effortlessly through the room. A. croaky B. mellow C. nasal D. piercing 36.71% attempted right 44.15% wrong 107.) The given sentence is divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. A great / culture of hospitality of / the Spanish / is well-known. A. is well-known. B. A great C. culture of hospitality of D. the Spanish 37.47% attempted right 51.93% wrong 108.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Despondency A. Hopelessness B. Cheerfulness C. Satisfaction D. Dejection 37.58% attempted right 41.85% wrong 109.) 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. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. A. rooted B. controlled C. drove D. minded 37.67% attempted right 44.98% wrong 110.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. No one trusts her as her reasons are always explicit. A. Ambiguous B. Distant C. Exact D. Precise 37.75% attempted right 51.70% wrong 111.) 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. On the afternoon of 30 March 1981, many Americans experienced a (i)________ of déjà-vu. Déjà-vu is a name given to the feeling that a person has seen or experienced an event before. Many Americans could not help having that feeling on this day. The (ii) ________ hit TVs and radios immediately. President Ronald Raegan had been shot. He was leaving a hotel in Washington DC, turned to wave at some of the people gathered to see him, and fell towards the ground. Before he could hit the ground, his Secret Service Agents (iii) ________ him into the car and rushed to the nearest hospital. This same story had been heard before. On 22 November 1963 President John F Kennedy was riding in a motorcade through Dallas, Texas. He smiled and waved to the crowd that had gathered to see him. (iv) ________ rang out from a nearby building. The President collapsed into the backseat of the car and was immediately taken to the nearest hospital. He was (v) ________ dead at the hospital. Now, just seventeen years later, the news sounded eerily the same. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. (v). A. acting B. almost C. shot D. pronounced 37.86% attempted right 55.16% wrong 112.) The following sentence has been divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. She was singing / beautifully in / the concert hall / last night. A. beautifully in B. last night. C. the concert hall D. She was singing 38.18% attempted right 55.69% wrong 113.) 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. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that rupees with the denominations of 500/- and 1000/- would 1.________ to be the legal tender from the 9th of November, the whole country was stunned. This decision caused a sensation in the whole country. Social media was flooded with messages and information. People started counting the cash they had 2.________ for years legally or illegally. The main objective of this move was to curb black money, corruption and fake money menace. All the people but those who indulged in 3.________ welcomed the move. The whole opposition shook hands against this move under one pretence or the other. They called this decision a 4.________ law and wanted the government to roll it back. Severe criticisms were made to target the decision. The government also carried out 5.________ attacks. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3. A. announcement B. malpractices C. indecision D. amalgamation 38.30% attempted right 45.05% wrong 114.) 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. On the afternoon of 30 March 1981, many Americans experienced a (i)________ of déjà-vu. Déjà-vu is a name given to the feeling that a person has seen or experienced an event before. Many Americans could not help having that feeling on this day. The (ii) ________ hit TVs and radios immediately. President Ronald Raegan had been shot. He was leaving a hotel in Washington DC, turned to wave at some of the people gathered to see him, and fell towards the ground. Before he could hit the ground, his Secret Service Agents (iii) ________ him into the car and rushed to the nearest hospital. This same story had been heard before. On 22 November 1963 President John F Kennedy was riding in a motorcade through Dallas, Texas. He smiled and waved to the crowd that had gathered to see him. (iv) ________ rang out from a nearby building. The President collapsed into the backseat of the car and was immediately taken to the nearest hospital. He was (v) ________ dead at the hospital. Now, just seventeen years later, the news sounded eerily the same. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. (iv). A. Prayers B. Shots C. Music D. Alarm 38.34% attempted right 54.43% wrong 115.) 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. A. occurrence B. occurrance C. occerrence D. occurence 38.37% attempted right 57.98% wrong 116.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Comical A. Rebellious B. Farcical C. Tragic D. Remedial 38.38% attempted right 34.93% wrong 117.) Choose an appropriate word that can substitute the bracketed word and complete the sentence meaningfully. What is the time (in) your watch? A. into B. with C. on D. by 38.40% attempted right 57.64% wrong 118.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Ablaze A. Sharp B. Extinguished C. Burning D. Brazen 38.44% attempted right 37.94% wrong 119.) 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. What is literacy? It is the golden key that (1)_______ the gates to a whole new world. It heralds the dawn of a new (2)______. But the media hype seems to give the impression that literacy simply means the ability to sign one’s name, instead of putting thumb impression. Isn’t that a very (3)______, simplistic interpretation of the word? Taking up this narrow meaning of the word, politicians proclaim that their states have achieved 80 or 90 per cent literacy or even (4)______. But quite often, what happens is, once the training course is over, to produce (5)______, the neo-literates soon lapse into illiteracy. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3. A. limited B. wide C. small D. daunted 38.50% attempted right 50.19% wrong 120.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Precarious A. Doubtful B. Colossal C. Luminous D. Reliable 38.60% attempted right 39.68% wrong 121.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Gulliver hear his watch ticking in his pocket. A. watch ticking B. could hear his watch ticking C. heard his watch tickling D. could hear his watch ticked 38.62% attempted right 51.61% wrong 122.) Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. It took 4 hours straight to ___________ the deal with the regional company. A. close B. stop C. get D. perform 38.65% attempted right 55.45% wrong 123.) 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. Family plays a vital role in our lives, serving as a source of love, support, and stability. It is (1)________ the family unit that we develop lasting bonds, learn essential values, and find comfort during (2) ________ times. Families provide a nurturing environment for personal growth and emotional well- being. They (3) ________ guidance, share experiences, and create cherished memories. The strength and (4) ________ of a family contribute to individual happiness, societal harmony, and the (5) ________ of a strong community. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 4. A. cohesion B. commotion C. disruption D. intrusion 38.93% attempted right 42.83% wrong 124.) Select the most appropriate synonym of ‘amazement’ to fill the blank. Leena was filled with _______ when she saw the diamond ring as her wedding gift. A. happiness B. astonishment C. haughtiness D. measurement 38.93% attempted right 56.37% wrong 125.) 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. Romantic poetry is a literary movement that emerged in the late 18th century and continued through the mid-19th century. It is (1)________ by an emphasis on emotion, imagination and individualism. Romantic poets sought to express their innermost thoughts and feelings through their poetry, often exploring (2)_______ such as love, beauty and mortality. One of the defining features of Romantic poetry is its use of language and imagery to evoke powerful emotions in the reader. Many Romantic poets, such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge (3)________ that poetry should be written in the language of common people, rather than in the lofty, formal language of the past. They also incorporated vivid descriptions of nature and the natural world into their poetry, using it as a source of inspiration and spiritual renewal. (4)______ important aspect of Romantic poetry is its focus on the individual and the subjective experience. Romantic poets believed that each persons experience of the world was unique and valuable, and sought to capture this individuality in their writing. This led to a greater emphasis on personal expression and introspection in poetry, (5)_______ a rejection of the traditional poetic forms and structures of the past. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. A. but B. as well as C. whereas D. therefore 39.03% attempted right 45.50% wrong 126.) The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. Urgent activities are those things / that you must do immediately, / as they require quick action / and cannot be put on. A. Urgent activities are those things B. and cannot be put on C. as they require quick action D. that you must do immediately 39.04% attempted right 40.59% wrong 127.) 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 disclaimer read that no animals were harmed (1)________ the filming of that scene. However, they forgot that the brand of lipstick that was applied (2)________ the heroines lips for that scene was manufactured from crushed cochineal bugs, which release a pigment commonly used in red lipstick. The other items in the film studio (3)________ used animal fats during their manufacturing. The actors who (4)________ that they are vegan in past interviews are unaware of their indirect involvement in such acts of cruelty against animals. The indirect cruelty against animals does not stop here. For example, the extensive disposal of plastic waste in oceans has made plastic a part of the animal food chain, which is detrimental (5)________ our entire ecosystem. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4. A. were confessing B. are confessing C. confessed D. had confessed 39.06% attempted right 54.58% wrong 128.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the given word. Ghastly A. Agitated B. Pleasant C. Bitter D. Relaxing 39.11% attempted right 40.40% wrong 129.) The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a spelling error. The make-up room was filled / with incadescent lights / which added to the misery / of those subjected to make-up. A. with incadescent lights B. The make-up room was filled C. of those subjected to make-up D. which added to the misery 39.15% attempted right 40.60% wrong 130.) The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. The workers called out / the strike because / the management acceded to / all their demands. A. the management acceded to B. the strike because C. The workers called out D. all their demands 39.63% attempted right 46.62% wrong 131.) Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. To be at daggers drawn A. To be under control B. Ready to fight C. Under suspicion D. To be about to collapse 39.72% attempted right 46.56% wrong 132.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the underlined word in the given sentence. Because the politician made a candid speech, he earned the respect of the voters. A. Prudent B. Reticent C. Deceitful D. Reckless 39.87% attempted right 47.11% wrong 133.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The skunk had a conspicuous spinal stripe. A. charming B. obscure C. noticeable D. faint 39.89% attempted right 39.27% wrong 134.) Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Around the clock A. Something that goes on day and night B. Something that is done at night C. Something that is time bound D. Something that is done within one hour 39.96% attempted right 52.66% wrong 135.) Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. A. Consciencious B. Conscious C. Conscience D. Conspicuous 40.13% attempted right 50.19% wrong 136.) Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error. That day we reached late for the competition and even though the competition went on smooth, I felt bad about Shivani losing it. A. I felt bad B. we reached late C. the competition went on smooth D. losing it 40.29% attempted right 43.59% wrong 137.) Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select No improvement required. Although uncountable files stack up on the tables of government officials, they prefer doing their work at a more leisure pace. A. No improvement needed B. at a more leisurely paced C. at a more leisure paced D. at a more leisurely pace 40.38% attempted right 44.00% wrong 138.) Select the correct collocation to complete the following sentence. He made __________ use of the opportunity to travel. A. entire B. full C. total D. whole 40.45% attempted right 51.67% wrong 139.) Replace the underlined word in the given sentence with an appropriate synonym from the options listed below. They gave us the impression that Clara was a cold and calculating woman, who was only after power. A. unscrupulous B. manipulative C. callous D. unsympathetic 40.47% attempted right 44.31% wrong 140.) 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. A. No substitution required B. keeping C. held D. hold 40.48% attempted right 49.34% wrong 141.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. Prajakta is a very vain girl. A. Honest B. Honourable C. Humble D. Hopeful 40.58% attempted right 47.12% wrong 142.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Revolution A. Stagnation B. Order C. Gyration D. Harmony 40.87% attempted right 46.30% wrong 143.) 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 tuatara, which lives on New Zealand's islands, is affectionately known as Living fossil. It is called that because it is the only (1)_____ reptile in a group of reptiles that dates back about 220 million years to the time of the dinosaurs. The colour of the tuatara is grey or olive green. It (2)______ to a length of around 60 cm. The fact that this lizard has three eyes is its most (3)_______ feature. The pineal eye is the name given to the cone-shaped third eye. This eye is in a space between the brain and head. It has an eyelid over the third eye, which closes on a horizontal level. The tuatara has teeth that are (4)_______ from those of other reptiles. The lower jaw has only one row of teeth, while the upper jaw has two rows. The tuatara is most active at night. It eats the eggs of birds, frogs, rats and insects. A tuatara's average lifespan is less than 77 years, but some species can live up to 100 years. In the spring, the female tuatara lays 8 to 15 eggs. These eggs are (5)______ during summer. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. A. absorbing B. intriguing C. escalating D. diverting 41.11% attempted right 44.66% wrong 144.) Read the given sentence carefully. Change the meaning of the sentence by replacing the underlined word with its ANTONYM from the following options. His father warned him not to use vulgar language at home. A. decorous B. impervious C. ribald D. licentious 41.25% attempted right 39.26% wrong 145.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Frivolity A. Insignificance B. Consequence C. Meaningful D. Substantial 41.32% attempted right 19.54% wrong 146.) Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. A. Physiologist B. Contagious C. Couragious D. Gracious 41.34% attempted right 49.78% wrong 147.) 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. Teachers 1_________ given continuous opportunities for self-improvement and to learn the latest innovations and advances in their professions. Each teacher 2_________expected to participate in at least 50 hours of CPD opportunities every year for their own professional development, driven 3_________ their own interests. CPD opportunities will, in particular, 4_________cover the latest pedagogies regarding foundational literacy and numeracy, formative and adaptive assessment of learning outcomes, competency-based learning and related pedagogies, 5_________ experiential learning, arts-integrated, sports-integrated and storytelling-based approaches, etc. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1. A. would be B. can be C. shall be D. will be 41.54% attempted right 52.56% wrong 148.) 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. A. an ice B. and applied it on C. the wound. D. We took 41.95% attempted right 46.68% wrong 149.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Appalled A. Disgusted B. Applied C. Clap D. Allied 41.96% attempted right 30.97% wrong 150.) Select the option with the correct use of article(s). A. I was rude to him when I was in an fit of rage. B. I was rude to him when I was in a fit of rage. C. I was rude to him when I was in fit of rage. D. I was rude to him when I was in the fit of rage. 42.02% attempted right 50.82% wrong Join EZSSC to get SSC updates 151.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Abscond A. Stay B. Annoy C. Avoid D. Flee 42.17% attempted right 41.13% wrong 152.) Select the most appropriate spelling of the underlined word in the given sentence. Nobody could move on after such a scandlous allegation is made on them. A. scandalous B. skandelous C. scendolous D. scandelous 42.22% attempted right 49.23% wrong 153.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Retract A. Implement B. Revoke C. Disturb D. Please 42.28% attempted right 39.91% wrong 154.) 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. A. the fire alarm to go off B. the fire alarm to go away C. the fire alarm to go above D. the fire alarm to go under 42.34% attempted right 38.94% wrong 155.) Read the sentence carefully and select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined part. The revolt of the labourers will be considered as an epoch in the world history. A. commendable act B. unpopular measure C. important period D. hostile event 42.61% attempted right 40.73% wrong 156.) Select the most appropriate idiom to complete the given sentence. With the increasing market prices and stagnant salaries, he is _________. A. feeling the pinch B. taking a break C. getting it off his chest D. beating the rap 42.64% attempted right 39.01% wrong 157.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. The organisation’s furtive actions must be taken into notice and dealt with accordingly. A. Futuristic B. Truthful C. Shady D. Foxy 42.65% attempted right 31.90% wrong 158.) 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. Family plays a vital role in our lives, serving as a source of love, support, and stability. It is (1)________ the family unit that we develop lasting bonds, learn essential values, and find comfort during (2) ________ times. Families provide a nurturing environment for personal growth and emotional well- being. They (3) ________ guidance, share experiences, and create cherished memories. The strength and (4) ________ of a family contribute to individual happiness, societal harmony, and the (5) ________ of a strong community. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 1. A. between B. within C. beyond D. among 42.68% attempted right 51.94% wrong 159.) 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. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that rupees with the denominations of 500/- and 1000/- would 1.________ to be the legal tender from the 9th of November, the whole country was stunned. This decision caused a sensation in the whole country. Social media was flooded with messages and information. People started counting the cash they had 2.________ for years legally or illegally. The main objective of this move was to curb black money, corruption and fake money menace. All the people but those who indulged in 3.________ welcomed the move. The whole opposition shook hands against this move under one pretence or the other. They called this decision a 4.________ law and wanted the government to roll it back. Severe criticisms were made to target the decision. The government also carried out 5.________ attacks. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 1. A. collaborate B. seize C. unify D. cease 42.72% attempted right 49.58% wrong 160.) 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. A. violent when B. to leave the bus station. C. Passengers started behaving D. they were asked 42.73% attempted right 48.68% wrong 161.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word. For Rana, unable to see a thing, the parade seemed to last forever. A. procession B. hiding C. darkness D. concealment 42.74% attempted right 37.65% wrong 162.) 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. There is nothing more (1)_________ than when you sit down at your table to study with the most sincere of intentions and instead of being able to finish the task at hand you find your thoughts (2)_________. However, there are certain techniques that you can use to (3)______ your concentration. To begin with, one should (4)______ to create the physical environment that is conducive to (5)_____ thought. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4. A. imagine B. lead C. attempt D. announce 42.83% attempted right 50.85% wrong 163.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. He has grown into a beautiful youth. A. in a handsome youth B. a beautiful youth C. into a handsome youth D. in a beautiful youth 42.98% attempted right 48.59% wrong 164.) 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. Famines were (1) ___________ during the period of British rule due to many reasons (2) __________ unemployment following import of machine-made goods from Britain, overexploitation of farmers and (3) _________ access to food. India suffered two very severe droughts in 1965 and 1966. India achieved (4) ___________ in food grains by the year 1976 through the implementation of the seed- water-fertiliser-led (5) ___________. The country is no longer exposed to real famines. However, lack of purchasing power continues to haunt people in some parts of the country. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1. A. paused B. discouraged C. caused D. excruciated 43.09% attempted right 49.20% wrong 165.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the following sentence. I consider that every matter must be considered in every point of view. A. at every point B. from every point C. of every point D. on every point 43.58% attempted right 50.12% wrong 166.) Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Queer A. Ordinary B. Eccentric C. Fantastic D. Doubtful 43.67% attempted right 34.41% wrong 167.) Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. On its last legs A. Last choice B. In a bad condition C. Creeping on legs D. Slow movement 43.72% attempted right 50.69% wrong 168.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Pliable A. Malleable B. Severe C. Rigid D. Probable 43.89% attempted right 31.75% wrong 169.) 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. A. instinctive B. voluntary C. insightful D. shrewd 43.89% attempted right 35.10% wrong 170.) Select the correct spelling of the underlined word in the given sentence. She decided to file a complaint with HR after being harrasad by her supervisor for several weeks. A. harased B. harrased C. harassed D. harrassd 44.12% attempted right 51.49% wrong 171.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Planets in our solar system close and big for them to twinkle. A. are too close and big B. are quite close and big C. very close and big D. is close and big 44.18% attempted right 48.22% wrong 172.) 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. There is nothing more (1)_________ than when you sit down at your table to study with the most sincere of intentions and instead of being able to finish the task at hand you find your thoughts (2)_________. However, there are certain techniques that you can use to (3)______ your concentration. To begin with, one should (4)______ to create the physical environment that is conducive to (5)_____ thought. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4. A. attempt B. imagine C. announce D. lead 44.20% attempted right 49.48% wrong 173.) Comprehension:In the following passage, some words have been left out. Select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. In todays fast-paced and technology-driven world, (1) ________ is crucial to disconnect occasionally for the sake of our health. (2) _________exposure to screens and the demands of the digital era can lead to stress, anxiety and reduced well-being. Taking time to unplug and engage (3) ___________activities that promote relaxation, such as spending time in nature, (4) _______hobbies or simply enjoying quality time with loved ones allows us to recharge, find balance and (5) __________our mental and physical health. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5. A. focus B. precede C. prioritise D. underscore 44.41% attempted right 47.74% wrong 174.) Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘echoed’ to fill in the blank. The thunderous applause ________ through the stadium. A. reverberated B. recoiled C. bounced D. pulsed 44.42% attempted right 31.96% wrong 175.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Professor Singh is not in the office today. I ask you try call him tomorrow. A. am suggesting you calling B. ask you to try called C. suggest you try calling D. asked you to call 44.42% attempted right 48.15% wrong 176.) The following sentence has been divided into four parts. Identify the part that contains an error. (A) I am hearing / (B) that the heat wave / (C) is going to be / (D) worse this year. A. D B. A C. B D. C 44.61% attempted right 47.82% wrong 177.) 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. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. A. lowest B. below C. bottom D. top 44.64% attempted right 44.24% wrong 178.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The meeting closed with a vote of thanks. A. finished B. concluded C. stopped D. completed 44.64% attempted right 51.18% wrong 179.) Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Vihaan is clumsy at dancing. A. master skill B. all thumbs C. easy handed D. heavy duty 44.66% attempted right 45.24% wrong 180.) Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Shantanu always buries his head in the sand whenever he explains his professional failures to his father. A. hides from the truth B. escapes from all the difficulties C. shows a blind eye against social issues D.