SSC CHSL 2020 PYQs

Question 1

Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 4.

Accepted Answer

The infinitive form 'to + base verb' is required here. 'To take' correctly follows the likely preceding verb structure, indicating purpose or a subsequent action.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Guile

Accepted Answer

Guile means cunning or sly intelligence. Among the options, 'Deceit' (धोखा) is the closest synonym, meaning the action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.Timid

Accepted Answer

The word 'Timid' means lacking in courage or easily frightened. The most appropriate antonym is 'Bold', which means confident and courageous.

Question 4

In the given sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.The neighbourhood were getting disturbed with the loud music that was playing at the wedding party in the big bungalow.

Accepted Answer

The subject 'neighbourhood' is singular, so the verb should also be singular. 'Were' should be replaced with 'was' to maintain subject-verb agreement.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select 'No improvement'.Lenovo has launched ThinkPad XI Fold, the world's first foldable laptop which is claimed tobe so durable asits other devices.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'so durable as' is incorrect. For comparing two equal things, the correct structure is 'as + adjective + as'. Thus, 'as durable as' is the right choice.

Question 6

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Reserved

Accepted Answer

The word 'Reserved' means shy or not openly expressing feelings. The most appropriate antonym is 'Friendly', meaning kind and pleasant.

Question 7

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.Steal or misappropriate money

Accepted Answer

The act of stealing or misappropriating money, especially from an employer or organization, is specifically defined as 'embezzle'.

Question 8

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Lurk

Accepted Answer

To 'lurk' means to wait in hiding, especially with a sinister purpose. 'Prowl' means to move about stealthily, which is the closest synonym.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the given sentence.If the video clip of the murder had not been shared on social media, the world would likely have remained ...... of the tragedy.

Accepted Answer

The sentence implies that without the video, the world wouldn't know about the tragedy. 'Unaware' correctly conveys this meaning of not knowing or being informed.

Question 10

Given below are four jumbled sentences. Select the option that gives their correct order.A. Behind them come camels carrying drums and small guns.B. The Emperor is escorted by two decorated elephants who head the procession.C. At the end come the platoons of soldiers in rows of two.D. First of all, there is a volley of guns announcing Emperor Bahadur Shah's entry into the mosque.

Accepted Answer

Sentence D introduces the event. B describes the Emperor's immediate escort. A follows with camels behind them. C concludes with soldiers at the end, forming a logical procession.

Question 11

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.Disillusioned

Accepted Answer

Disillusioned means disappointed or saddened by discovering something is not as good as one believed. Its antonym is 'Enthusiastic,' meaning having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.Anujumped the gunand announced their plans at the dinner table.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'jumped the gun' means to act prematurely or hastily, before the appropriate time. Anuj announced plans too early.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.To fall on deaf ears

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to fall on deaf ears' means that advice or a request is ignored or not heeded. Therefore, 'To be ignored' is the correct meaning.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Demolish

Accepted Answer

Demolish means to destroy or pull down. The direct opposite is to build or create. Therefore, 'Construct' is the most appropriate antonym.

Question 15

In the given sentence, identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.Freedom of expression meaning the right to express one's own convictions and beliefs.

Accepted Answer

The segment 'meaning the right' is incorrect. It should be 'means the right' to form a complete sentence with a proper verb for 'Freedom of expression'.

Question 16

Select the correct indirect form of the given sentence.Vishnu said, "I am going to the theater this evening."

Accepted Answer

When converting direct to indirect speech, 'this evening' changes to 'that evening' and 'I am going' changes to 'he was going' to reflect past tense and third person.

Question 17

Given below are four jumbled sentences. Select the option that gives their correct order.A. So, clearly, where you get your news from matters, since you can't possibly be expected to verify and authenticate every bit of 'news' you receive.B. Are you really sure those apparently sound bits of medical advice you received as forwards would pass muster with your doctor?C. Yet, we do often forward these in the belief that we are doing a good deed to our friends and relatives.D. Being educated is no guarantee against falling prey to fake news.

Accepted Answer

Sentence D introduces the topic of fake news. B gives an example. C follows B, explaining why we forward such news. A concludes by emphasizing the source's importance.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the given sentence.Today's ......... are only interested in watching movies with the stories they can relate to the cinema.

Accepted Answer

The sentence discusses people watching movies. 'Audiences' is the correct term for people who watch movies or attend performances, fitting the context perfectly.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Insidious

Accepted Answer

Insidious means proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects. Crafty means clever at achieving one's aims by indirect or deceitful methods. Thus, 'Crafty' is the closest synonym.

Question 20

Four jumbled sentences are given.Select the option that gives their correct order.A. Saranda forests, in Singhbum, are a huge catchment for rivers and streams in this state.B. If these forests are opened up for mining purposes the remaining riversand streams will dry up.C. The state of Jharkand faces water scarcity every summer.D. These forests are India's largest contiguous Sal forests and the current plan says mining should not be allowed in the dense forests as rivers are drying up.

Accepted Answer

Start with C, introducing Jharkhand's water scarcity. Then A, describing Saranda forests as a catchment. D elaborates on these forests and mining plans. Finally, B states the consequence of mining.