SSC CHSL 2024 PYQs

Question 1

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.The realtors of the new venturesold plots like hot cakes.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'sold like hot cakes' means something was sold very quickly and in large quantities due to high demand. Option 4 accurately reflects this meaning.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.Ria is liked by everyone as she is veryamicable.

Accepted Answer

The word 'amicable' means friendly or peaceable. Therefore, its most direct antonym is 'unfriendly'.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.It is no exaggeration to say the Hussain Sagar Lake is anintegralelement of Hyderabad and Hyderabad’s history.

Accepted Answer

The word 'integral' means essential or fundamental. Its antonym would be something that is not essential or is additional. 'Extra' fits this meaning perfectly.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Enemy

Accepted Answer

The word 'Enemy' means an opponent or adversary. The most direct and appropriate antonym for 'Enemy' is 'Friend', meaning a person with whom one has a bond of mutual affection.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.I was in the _________ of a meeting when somebody called me.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'in the middle of' is an idiom meaning 'during' or 'in the midst of an activity'. It is the most appropriate fit for the context of being in a meeting.

Question 6

Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence.This book provides anunrestrainedaccount of the natural resources in India.

Accepted Answer

The word 'unrestrained' implies lack of control, which is inappropriate for an account of resources. 'Exhaustive' means comprehensive and thorough, fitting the context of a detailed book.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Abscond

Accepted Answer

Abscond means to leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection. Flee means to run away from a place or situation of danger. Thus, Flee is the most appropriate synonym.

Question 8

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.Anthony Trollope was anindustriousand disciplined writer.

Accepted Answer

The word 'industrious' means diligent and hardworking. The most direct opposite, or antonym, is 'lazy', meaning unwilling to work or use energy.

Question 9

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

Accepted Answer

The word 'Encraoch' is incorrectly spelt. The correct spelling is 'Encroach'. All other words are spelt correctly.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.It took 4 hours straight to ___________ the deal with the regional company.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'close the deal' is an idiom meaning to finalize an agreement. Therefore, 'close' is the most appropriate word to complete the sentence.

Question 11

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Respect

Accepted Answer

The word 'Respect' means to admire or show high regard for someone. 'Honour' carries the same meaning, making it the correct synonym.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Put in mind

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'Put in mind' means to cause someone to remember something or to remind them. Option 2 correctly reflects this meaning.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Lethargic

Accepted Answer

Lethargic means sluggish or inactive. The direct opposite of being inactive is being active. Therefore, 'Active' is the most appropriate antonym.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank.The two brothers ___________ when their father died.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'fell out' means to quarrel or argue. This fits the context of brothers potentially disagreeing after their father's death.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Confidential

Accepted Answer

The word 'Confidential' means something that is meant to be kept secret. Therefore, 'Secret' is its most appropriate synonym.

Question 16

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.In both countries we have leaders of ______ ability.

Accepted Answer

The word 'exceptional' best fits the context, implying leaders of outstanding and superior ability. The other options don't convey the same nuance of high quality.

Question 17

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.Teja followed his friend’s advice so now he isin deep water.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'in deep water' means to be in a difficult or serious situation. Therefore, 'in trouble' is the most appropriate meaning.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Shame

Accepted Answer

Shame refers to a painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behavior. Its direct opposite is pride, which is a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘Abandon’ from the given sentence.Ramita has decided to forsake her participation in college activities until she improved her scores.

Accepted Answer

The word 'Abandon' means to give up completely. In the given sentence, 'forsake' means to renounce or give up, making it the most appropriate synonym.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.Gulliverhear his watch tickingin his pocket.

Accepted Answer

The correct phrase is 'could hear his watch ticking' because 'hear' is a verb of perception, followed by an object and a present participle to indicate an ongoing action.