SSC CGL Undated PYQs

Question 1

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
The man bought a parrot that could speak five languages.

Accepted Answer

To convert an active voice sentence to passive voice, the object of the active sentence becomes the subject of the passive sentence, and the verb form changes to 'be + past participle'. The original subject becomes the agent, often introduced by 'by'. In this case, 'a parrot that could speak five languages' is the object, and 'bought' becomes 'was bought'.

Question 2

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
Having no boundaries or limits

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The phrase 'Having no boundaries or limits' directly defines 'Infinite'. The other options describe large size but not boundlessness.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Social isolation, overcrowding, the ______ of our society and several other factors are
responsible for stress.

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The sentence lists negative factors contributing to stress. 'Competitiveness' is the only option that represents a negative societal aspect that, alongside social isolation and overcrowding, can lead to stress. The other options (attractiveness, cheapness, affordability) do not fit the negative context.

Question 4

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Analyze the pattern in 'MARGIN' to 'SBNOJH'. Each letter is shifted by +1 or -1, and the position of the letters is also shifted. M (+1) -> N, A (+1) -> B, R (+1) -> S, G (+1) -> H, I (+1) -> J, N (+1) -> O. Then the letters are rearranged. The pattern is: M -> N, A -> B, R -> S, G -> H, I -> J, N -> O. The encoded word is formed by taking the 2nd, 3rd, 1st, 5th, 6th, 4th letters of the shifted word. Applying this to PRAYER: P+1=Q, R+1=S, A+1=B, Y+1=Z, E+1=F, R+1=S. The shifted word is QSBZFS. Rearranging as per the pattern (2nd, 3rd, 1st, 5th, 6th, 4th) gives S, B, Q, F, S, Z, which is SBQFSZ.

Question 5

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The pattern is (First Number * Third Number) + (First Number - Third Number) = Middle Number. For the given set (15, 315, 7), (15 * 7) + (15 - 7) = 105 + 8 = 113. This does not match 315. Let's re-evaluate the pattern. The pattern is (First Number * Third Number) + (First Number + Third Number) = Middle Number. For the given set (15, 315, 7), (15 * 7) + (15 + 7) = 105 + 22 = 127. This also does not match 315. Let's try (First Number)^2 - (Third Number)^2 = Middle Number. (15)^2 - (7)^2 = 225 - 49 = 176. This does not match 315. Let's try (First Number * Third Number) * 3 = Middle Number. (15 * 7) * 3 = 105 * 3 = 315. This matches the given set. Now apply this pattern to the options. For option 4: (18 * 9) * 3 = 162 * 3 = 486. This matches the option.

Question 6

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

Question 7

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Greenhouse gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere. Helium is a noble gas and does not absorb infrared radiation, hence it is not a greenhouse gas. Water vapor, ozone, and nitrous oxide are all significant greenhouse gases.

Question 8

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Sher Shah Suri's administrative reforms, including land revenue, currency, and road networks, were highly efficient and served as a model for Akbar's later organization of the Mughal Empire. Akbar adopted many of these policies to strengthen his own administration. The other options were rulers from earlier dynasties and did not directly influence Akbar's administrative structure.

Question 9

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

Question 10

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

Question 11

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

Question 12

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

Question 13

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.
The sea has become / an cheap dumping ground / for all kinds / of waste products.

Accepted Answer

The error is in the use of the indefinite article 'an' before 'cheap'. The word 'cheap' starts with a consonant sound, so the correct article to use is 'a', not 'an'.

Question 14

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. Most important, however, are its oils, which are extracted, processed, and marketed
for culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic uses alike. 
B. Coconut products are used to make everything from clothing to animal feed to
beauty creams.
C. The coconut is a very useful plant with a wide range of products being sourced
from it. 
D. Its kernel is harvested for its edible flesh and delicious water, while its husk is used
for its strong fibres.

Accepted Answer

Sentence C introduces the topic of the coconut's usefulness. Sentence B and D provide examples of these uses, with D focusing on specific parts (kernel, husk) and B on broader products. Sentence A then highlights the 'most important' use, which logically follows the general examples.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Stalwart

Accepted Answer

The word 'stalwart' means loyal, reliable, and hardworking, or strong and sturdy. 'Cowardly' is the direct opposite, meaning lacking courage. Robust, firm, and stout are all synonyms or closely related in meaning to stalwart.

Question 16

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Herculean task

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A 'Herculean task' refers to a task requiring immense effort, strength, or courage, much like the legendary labors of Hercules. Option 2 accurately describes this meaning.

Question 17

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

Question 18

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

Question 19

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A cartridge is an essential component for a printer to function. Similarly, a motherboard is an essential component for a Central Processing Unit (CPU) to function, as the CPU is typically integrated or connected to the motherboard.

Question 20

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