SSC CGL Undated PYQs

Question 1

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Lessen

Accepted Answer

The word 'Lessen' means to make or become less. The most appropriate antonym is 'Increase', which means to make or become greater in size, amount, or degree.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To fight tooth and nail

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to fight tooth and nail' means to fight with great determination and ferocity, using all available effort. Option 2 accurately captures this meaning.

Question 3

Select the correct sequence of mathematical signs that can sequentially replace the * signs
and balance the given equation.
6 * 10 * 55 * 162 * 9 = 23

Accepted Answer

We need to test each option by substituting the given mathematical signs into the equation. Option 1: 6 × 10 - 55 + 162 ÷ 9 = 60 - 55 + 18 = 5 + 18 = 23. This matches the right-hand side of the equation.

Question 4

Which of the following is a private good?

Accepted Answer

A private good is characterized by excludability and rivalry in consumption. This means that if one person consumes the good, another cannot, and people can be prevented from consuming it if they don't pay. Option 2 directly describes the rivalrous nature of a private good.

Question 5

Which of the following is also called ‘green algae’?

Accepted Answer

Chlorophyceae is a class of green algae, characterized by the presence of chlorophyll a and b, which give them their characteristic green color. The other options refer to different types of algae (brown and red algae).

Question 6

Who among the following was the ﬁrst Vice President of India?

Accepted Answer

Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan served as the first Vice President of India from 1952 to 1962. He later became the second President of India.

Question 7

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
The postman had delayed the letter.

Accepted Answer

The original sentence is in the past perfect active voice (had + V3). To convert it to passive voice, we use 'had been + V3' and swap the subject and object. Option 1 correctly applies this rule.

Question 8

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
A large bedroom for a number of people in a school or institution.

Accepted Answer

The term 'dormitory' specifically refers to a large bedroom for multiple people, especially in an institution like a school. While a hostel provides accommodation, 'dormitory' is the precise word for the shared sleeping space.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate option to ﬁll in the blank.
I read some ______ of properties for sale on the Internet before I called the agent.

Accepted Answer

The context implies that the person read detailed information about properties. 'Descriptions' is the most suitable word to convey this meaning, as it refers to accounts of something's features. The other options do not fit the context of reading about properties for sale.

Question 10

Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark
(?) in the following series.
GCB, JHE, MMH, PRK, ?

Accepted Answer

Analyze the pattern for each letter position. The first letter follows a +3, +3, +3 pattern (G->J->M->P). The second letter follows a +1, +2, +3 pattern (C->H->M->R). The third letter follows a +3, +3, +3 pattern (B->E->H->K). Applying these patterns, the next term is S (P+3), W (R+4), N (K+3).

Question 11

Select the letter from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the
following series.
B, E, G, J, L, ?

Accepted Answer

The series follows an alternating pattern of adding 3 and then adding 2 to the alphabetical position of the letters. B (+3) = E, E (+2) = G, G (+3) = J, J (+2) = L. Following this pattern, L (+3) = O.

Question 12

The present age of a father is three times that of his elder son. Four years hence, the age of
the father will be four times that of his younger son. If the difference between the present
ages of the elder and younger child is 6 years, what is the present age of the father?

Accepted Answer

Let F be the father's age, E the elder son's age, and Y the younger son's age. We have F = 3E, F+4 = 4(Y+4), and E - Y = 6. Solving these simultaneous equations gives F = 36 years.

Question 13

The elements of the groups 3 to 12 are called ______ elements or transition elements.

Accepted Answer

The elements in groups 3 to 12 of the periodic table are known as d-block elements. They are also commonly referred to as transition elements due to their characteristic properties.

Question 14

______ organised his trusted nobles into a group of forty known as Turkan-i-Chahalgani.

Accepted Answer

The question asks who organized the Turkan-i-Chahalgani. This group of forty nobles was established by Iltutmish, not Balban. The provided correct answer is incorrect.

Question 15

Which of the following nations is NOT a part of the Quad Group?

Accepted Answer

The Quad Group, formally known as the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, consists of four nations: Australia, India, Japan, and the United States. Canada is not a member of this group. Therefore, Canada is the correct answer.

Question 16

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
The teacher said, “Man is mortal.”

Accepted Answer

When converting a universal truth or a habitual fact from direct to indirect speech, the tense of the reported speech does not change. 'Man is mortal' is a universal truth, so the present tense 'is' remains unchanged.

Question 17

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the
right order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. This awareness has motivated everyone to go for physical exercises. 
B. These days people are more aware of their health.
C. In addition to physical exercises, some prefer taking health supplements too. 
D. It is advisable, but one should consult a trainer/doctor before consuming health
supplements.

Accepted Answer

Sentence B introduces the main idea that people are more health-aware. Sentence A naturally follows, explaining the consequence of this awareness (physical exercises). Sentence C adds to this by mentioning health supplements, and D provides a cautionary note about them. This creates a logical flow of ideas.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Harmony

Accepted Answer

The word 'Harmony' means agreement or concord. The most appropriate antonym is 'Conflict', which means disagreement or opposition. Options 2, 3, and 4 are synonyms of harmony.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate meaning of the following idiom.
To the nines

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to the nines' means to perfection or to the highest degree of excellence. Therefore, 'To perfection' is the most appropriate meaning.

Question 20

______ is a practice of establishing and managing individual trees generally for amenity
purposes.

Accepted Answer

The question asks for the practice of establishing and managing individual trees for amenity purposes. Arboriculture is the correct term for this practice, focusing on the care of individual trees.