SSC CHSL 2024 PYQs

Question 1

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.It is a general belief that the female ostrichguard the nest at night.

Accepted Answer

The subject 'female ostrich' is singular, so the verb must be in the singular form 'guards' to maintain subject-verb agreement for a general belief.

Question 2

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.Hospital for people with mental illnesses

Accepted Answer

An 'asylum' specifically refers to an institution for the care of people with mental illnesses. The other options do not fit this specific definition.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Dog eat dog

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'dog eat dog' describes a situation where people are fiercely competitive, often to the point of being ruthless, to achieve their goals.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank.The firefighter summoned all her _________ (cowardice) and rushed into the burning building.

Accepted Answer

The word 'cowardice' means lack of bravery. Its direct opposite, or antonym, is 'courage,' which means bravery. Therefore, 'courage' fits the blank perfectly.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.The teacher asked the students to ______ electricity by switching off lights when they left the room.

Accepted Answer

The word 'save' correctly implies conserving electricity by reducing its consumption. It fits the context of switching off lights to prevent waste.

Question 6

Read the sentence carefully and select the synonym of the underlined word from the given alternatives.The Television show was hosted by a young andvivaciouswoman called Laura.

Accepted Answer

The word 'vivacious' means lively and animated. 'Energetic' is the closest synonym, meaning full of energy and enthusiasm.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.Rahul hadstrongpain in his stomach.

Accepted Answer

The word 'severe' is the most appropriate adjective to describe intense pain. It accurately conveys the intensity of Rahul's stomach pain.

Question 8

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.As I have no time to discuss the points,so I wrote a email to her.

Accepted Answer

The conjunction 'as' already indicates cause, so 'so' is redundant. Also, 'email' starts with a vowel sound, requiring 'an' instead of 'a'.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate homonyms from the given alternatives to fill in the blanks.He ________ imitate the playful movement of the ________.Alternatives:A. does (female deer)B. doesC. dose

Accepted Answer

The first blank requires 'does' (verb) and the second blank requires 'does' (plural of doe, female deer). Option B provides 'does' for the first blank and option A provides 'does' (female deer) for the second.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Competent

Accepted Answer

The word 'Competent' means having the necessary ability or skill to do something successfully. 'Qualified' means officially recognized as being trained to perform a particular job or task. Thus, 'Qualified' is the most appropriate synonym.

Question 11

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.Both the criminals were cruel and ________.

Accepted Answer

The word 'brutal' is a synonym for 'cruel', fitting the context of criminals being described by similar negative traits. The other options are antonyms or unrelated.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘intuitive’ to fill in the blank. In a split second, her ________ reaction kicked in as she swiftly reached out to catch the falling glass.

Accepted Answer

The word 'intuitive' means acting without conscious reasoning, which is best described by 'instinctive'. The reaction was automatic and immediate.

Question 13

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Ace in the hole

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'Ace in the hole' refers to a hidden advantage or resource that can be used when needed. Option 4 correctly defines this meaning.

Question 14

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.A distinguished academecian, Amartya Sen has taught in India, Britain and the United States.

Accepted Answer

The word 'academecian' is incorrectly spelt. The correct spelling is 'academician'. The other words are spelt correctly.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate option that can best replace the bracketed word to fill in the blankHis ________ stature was not a measure of his overall personality. (scrawny)

Accepted Answer

The word 'scrawny' means thin and bony. 'Thin' is the most appropriate synonym to replace it in the sentence, maintaining the original meaning.

Question 16

Read the given sentence carefully. Change the meaning of the sentence by replacing the underlined word with its ANTONYM from the following options.Theequivocaltone of the Prime Minister in his speech caused uproar in the chamber.

Accepted Answer

The word 'equivocal' means ambiguous or open to more than one interpretation. Its antonym is 'explicit', meaning stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion.

Question 17

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Lose heart

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'lose heart' means to become discouraged or to give up hope. Option 4 accurately reflects this meaning.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.She ________ gracefully and greeted the interview committee with respect.

Accepted Answer

The word 'smiled' best fits the context of greeting an interview committee gracefully and respectfully, indicating a pleasant demeanor.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Frivolity

Accepted Answer

Frivolity means lack of seriousness or importance. Insignificance means the state of being unimportant. Thus, 'Insignificance' is the most appropriate synonym.

Question 20

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a spelling error.I begged him / to reconcider / the decision but / he refused to yield.

Accepted Answer

The word 'reconcider' is misspelled. The correct spelling is 'reconsider'. This segment contains the spelling error.