SSC CGL Undated PYQs

Question 1

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 2

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 3

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them contains an error. Select
the part that contains the error from the given options.
No sooner did Priya / get her report card / when she started jumping / with joy.

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The correlative conjunction 'No sooner...than' is used to indicate that one event happens immediately after another. In the given sentence, 'when' is incorrectly used instead of 'than'. Therefore, the correct phrase should be 'than she started jumping'.

Question 4

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.
The policeman said, “It is clear that this is the work of a professional robber”.

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When converting direct speech to reported speech, pronouns and tenses change. 'It is clear' becomes 'it was clear', and 'this is' becomes 'that was'. Option 2 correctly applies these transformations.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Brat

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The word 'brat' refers to a child, especially one who is ill-behaved or spoilt. Therefore, 'spoilt child' is the most appropriate synonym.

Question 6

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
A person who thinks that bad things are more likely to happen or
who emphasises the bad part of a situation

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The definition describes a person who expects bad outcomes or focuses on negative aspects, which is the definition of a pessimist. An optimist expects good outcomes, a complainer expresses dissatisfaction, and a misanthropist dislikes humankind.

Question 7

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The pattern involves splitting the word 'SURROUND' into two halves 'SURR' and 'OUND'. The first half is reversed to 'RRUS' and the second half is also reversed to 'DNUO'. These two reversed halves are then combined, with the second reversed half placed before the first reversed half, resulting in 'RRUSDNUO'. Applying the same logic to 'MITIGATE', split it into 'MITI' and 'GATE'. Reverse 'MITI' to 'ITIM' and 'GATE' to 'ETAG'. Combine them as 'ETAG' + 'ITIM' = 'ETAGITIM'. Wait, the example is 'RRUSDNUO' from 'SURROUND'. 'SURR' reversed is 'RRUS', 'OUND' reversed is 'DNUO'. The output is 'RRUSDNUO'. This means the second half reversed is placed first, then the first half reversed. So for 'MITIGATE', 'MITI' reversed is 'ITIM', 'GATE' reversed is 'ETAG'. So it should be 'ETAGITIM'. Let's re-examine the example. 'SURROUND' -> 'RRUSDNUO'. 'SURR' (1-4) and 'OUND' (5-8). 'RRUS' (reversed 1-4) and 'DNUO' (reversed 5-8). The output is 'RRUSDNUO'. This is 'RRUS' followed by 'DNUO'. So it's just reversing each half and concatenating them in the original order. Let's re-check. 'SURROUND' -> 'SURR' (reversed 'RRUS') and 'OUND' (reversed 'DNUO'). Concatenate: 'RRUSDNUO'. This matches. Now for 'MITIGATE'. 'MITI' (reversed 'ITIM') and 'GATE' (reversed 'ETAG'). Concatenate: 'ITIMETAG'. This matches option 4.

Question 8

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 9

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Water (H2O) is formed when hydrogen atoms combine with oxygen atoms. This is a fundamental chemical compound.

Question 10

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The Vinaya Pitaka is one of the three main divisions of the Tripitaka, the sacred scriptures of Buddhism. It contains the rules and regulations for the monastic life of Buddhist monks and nuns (the Buddhist Sangha).

Question 11

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The term '16-yard hit' is specifically associated with the sport of Field Hockey. It refers to a free hit taken from the 16-yard line after the ball goes over the backline off an attacking player.

Question 12

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 13

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 14

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 15

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 16

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 17

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 18

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them contains an error. Select
the part that contains the error from the given options.
Four of earliest civilisations / of the world / were located / on the banks of or near large
rivers.

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The error is in the first part. When using a superlative adjective (earliest) after 'of the', it should be preceded by the definite article 'the'. Therefore, it should be 'Four of the earliest civilisations'.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Conceited

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The word 'conceited' means excessively proud of oneself; vain. The most appropriate antonym is 'modest', which means humble or unpretentious. 'Superior', 'vain', and 'proud' are either synonyms or closely related in meaning.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate meaning of the following idiom.
Lion's share

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The idiom 'Lion's share' refers to the largest or best portion of something. Option 4 accurately captures this meaning, indicating the greatest and most desirable part.