SSC GD 2019 PYQs

Question 1

Directions: Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.The practice of marrying one person at a time.

Accepted Answer

Monogamy refers to the practice of being married to one person at a time. This directly matches the given phrase.

Question 2

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Nowadays spectacles are costly than they used to be.

Accepted Answer

The sentence uses 'than' for comparison, so the adjective 'costly' should be in its comparative form, 'costlier'. Thus, 'costly than' is incorrect.

Question 3

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.A clear and defined perception enabled her to dismissed the suggestion given by some people around her.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'to dismissed' is incorrect. After 'to' (infinitive), the base form of the verb is used, so it should be 'to dismiss'.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.Let us ........... our heads together to solve the problem.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'put our heads together' means to collaborate and think collectively to solve a problem. 'Put' is the correct verb for this idiom.

Question 5

Directions:Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.Just are the ..... of God.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'ways of God' is a common idiom referring to divine methods or actions. 'Ways' fits the context of justice being a manifestation of God's approach.

Question 6

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.One who makes an official examination of accounts.

Accepted Answer

An 'auditor' is specifically defined as a person who conducts an official examination of accounts. The other options do not fit this precise definition.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given wordATTACK

Accepted Answer

The word 'Attack' means to launch an aggressive act. Its direct opposite, 'Defence', means to protect against such an act. Therefore, 'Defence' is the most appropriate antonym.

Question 8

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.One who does not drink alcohol.

Accepted Answer

A 'teetotaller' is specifically someone who abstains from alcoholic drinks. The other options describe different characteristics unrelated to alcohol consumption.

Question 9

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Soon after returning to office, the CBI chief transfer five officers.

Accepted Answer

The error is in 'transfer five officers'. The subject 'the CBI chief' is singular and the context is past tense, so it should be 'transferred'.

Question 10

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.We must visit this ancient temple which are a hundred years old.

Accepted Answer

The relative pronoun 'which' refers to 'this ancient temple,' which is singular. Therefore, the singular verb 'is' should be used instead of 'are' to maintain subject-verb agreement.

Question 11

Select the option that means the same as the given idiom.To see eye to eye

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to see eye to eye' means to agree completely with someone on a particular matter. It implies having the same perspective or opinion.

Question 12

Select the synonym of the given word.TURBULENT

Accepted Answer

"Turbulent" means characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion. "Violent" is the closest synonym here, as it also conveys a strong sense of destructive force and unrest.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Forsake

Accepted Answer

The word 'Forsake' means to renounce or leave someone or something entirely. Therefore, 'Abandon' is the exact synonym. The other options mean to take up or adjust.

Question 14

Direction: Select the correctly spelt word.

Accepted Answer

The correct spelling of the word is 'Remembrance'. It refers to the act of remembering or a thing that reminds one of something.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.______you hurry up, you will be late.

Accepted Answer

The sentence implies a negative condition leading to a negative outcome. 'Unless' (meaning 'if not') correctly conveys this, indicating that if you don't hurry, you'll be late.

Question 16

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.The method and practice of teaching

Accepted Answer

Pedagogy specifically refers to the method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept. It is the precise term.

Question 17

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.Dinosaurs are an ________ species now.

Accepted Answer

Dinosaurs no longer exist, so 'extinct' is the correct word meaning a species that has died out. The other options do not convey this meaning.

Question 18

Select the option that means the same as the given idiom.Have several irons in the fire

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'have several irons in the fire' means to be involved in many activities or projects simultaneously. Option 2 accurately reflects this meaning.

Question 19

Select the antonym of the given word.EXTRAVAGANT

Accepted Answer

Extravagant means spending too much or using too much. Economical means careful with money or resources, making it the direct antonym.

Question 20

Directions:Select the synonym of the given word.MELODIOUS

Accepted Answer

Melodious means pleasant sounding. 'Tuneful' is the closest synonym, also meaning having a pleasant tune. Therefore, option 3 is correct.