SSC CGL 2025 PYQs

Question 1

Convert to indirect speech:He said, “Do it right now.”

Accepted Answer

To convert an imperative sentence to indirect speech, use 'to' + verb. 'Right now' changes to 'at once' or 'immediately'. The subject 'me' is implied.

Question 2

Convert the sentence to Direct Speech:The manager told the team that punctuality must be maintained.

Accepted Answer

To convert indirect speech to direct, the reporting verb 'told' changes to 'said'. The conjunction 'that' is removed, and the original statement is enclosed in quotation marks, maintaining the original tense and modal verb 'must'.

Question 3

Direct to indirect: “Justice must be delivered at any cost,” said the judge.

Accepted Answer

When converting direct speech to indirect speech, 'must' generally remains 'must' if it expresses a permanent rule or obligation, as it does here. The reporting verb 'said' is followed by 'that'.

Question 4

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: Show the white feather.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'show the white feather' means to act in a cowardly or timid manner. It originates from cockfighting, where a white feather indicated a bird of inferior breeding.

Question 5

Convert to direct speech:The professor remarked that students needed to submit their papers before Friday.

Accepted Answer

When converting indirect speech to direct, the past tense 'needed' reverts to the present tense 'need'. Option 1 correctly applies this rule, maintaining the original meaning.

Question 6

Rearrange the following sentences to form a logical order:1. The survey responses were collected.2. The data was analyzed.3. Insights were shared with management.4. Recommendations were implemented.

Accepted Answer

The sentences describe a sequential process: first collect data, then analyze it, share insights, and finally implement recommendations. Option 1 follows this logical flow.

Question 7

Rearrange the sentences to form a coherent paragraph:1. False information spreading rapidly online threatens rational dialogue.2. Fact-verification involves methodically checking claims and evidence.3. This trend weakens trust in media and harms democratic decisions.4. Hence, fact-checking groups now act as a barrier against misleading narratives.

Accepted Answer

Sentence 1 introduces the problem. Sentence 3 explains its consequence. Sentence 4 offers a solution, and sentence 2 defines a key term related to that solution, creating a logical flow.

Question 8

Spot the correct spelling of the term used for “plant-assisted pollutant removal.”

Accepted Answer

The correct spelling is 'Phytoremediation'. It combines 'phyto' (plant) and 'remediation' (solving a problem), referring to plant-assisted pollutant removal.

Question 9

Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph:1. This makes them ideal for tasks like image recognition and diagnostics.2. Machine learning is a part of AI focused on algorithms that learn from data.3. These models improve by analysing large datasets to detect patterns.4. Instead of preset rules, they learn from examples.

Accepted Answer

Sentence 2 introduces Machine Learning. Sentence 4 explains how it learns (from examples, not rules). Sentence 3 details this learning process (analyzing datasets). Sentence 1 states the benefit of this learning.

Question 10

Arrange the sentences into a coherent paragraph:1. Earth’s temperature depends on solar radiation and atmospheric gases.2. Human actions increase greenhouse gas emissions.3. Climate change is caused by both natural and human factors.4. Reducing emissions is essential to restore balance.

Accepted Answer

Sentence 3 introduces the main topic (climate change causes). Sentence 1 explains a natural factor. Sentence 2 describes human actions. Sentence 4 provides the solution, creating a logical flow.

Question 11

Rearrange the sentences to form a coherent paragraph:1. It involves a systematic inquiry to discover new insights or validate established ones.2. Research forms the base of scientific and academic development.3. It can either expand theoretical understanding or address practical issues.4. The outcomes are recorded and reviewed to ensure reliability.

Accepted Answer

Sentence 2 introduces the topic 'Research'. Sentence 1 defines 'It' (research). Sentence 3 explains its purpose, and Sentence 4 describes the final step, ensuring a logical flow.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate antonym of the wordSubterfuge.

Accepted Answer

Subterfuge means deceit used to achieve an objective. Its direct opposite is honesty, which signifies truthfulness and sincerity. Therefore, 'Honesty' is the most appropriate antonym.

Question 13

Rearrange the sentences into a coherent paragraph:1. Its main aim is to ensure food safety by removing contaminants.2. Food processing involves steps that turn raw items into edible products.3. These steps include cutting, grinding, pasteurising, or fermenting.4. It also helps extend shelf life and improve nutrition.

Accepted Answer

Sentence 2 introduces food processing. Sentence 3 elaborates on 'these steps' mentioned in 2. Sentence 1 states 'its main aim' referring to food processing. Sentence 4 adds another benefit, logically following the aim.