SSC GD 2019 PYQs

Question 1

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.IMPECCABLE

Accepted Answer

The word 'impeccable' means faultless or perfect. Therefore, 'flawless' is the most appropriate synonym, as it conveys the same meaning of being without any defects.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.______ many cooks spoil the broth.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'Too many cooks spoil the broth' is a common idiom meaning that if too many people are involved in a task, it will not be done well. 'Too' is the correct word here.

Question 3

Directions: Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.He likes to do stunts on his bike. He is a ..........

Accepted Answer

A 'daredevil' is someone who enjoys doing dangerous things, which perfectly fits the description of someone who likes doing stunts on a bike.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.He is six feet______

Accepted Answer

For a person's vertical measurement, 'tall' is the correct adjective. 'Long' is for horizontal length, and 'high' is for objects or elevation.

Question 5

Select the synonym of the given word.INDUSTRIOUS

Accepted Answer

The word 'industrious' means hardworking and diligent. Among the given options, 'diligent' is the closest in meaning, making it the correct synonym.

Question 6

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.In the modern world, the computer is an amazing gift to mankind for doing two thing effortlessly.

Accepted Answer

The error is in option 4. 'Two' indicates a plural noun, so 'thing' should be 'things'. The correct phrase is 'for doing two things effortlessly'.

Question 7

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.A person who is more than hundred years old

Accepted Answer

A 'centenarian' is specifically defined as a person who is one hundred or more years old. This is a direct vocabulary recall.

Question 8

Select the synonym of the given word.STRAY

Accepted Answer

The word 'stray' means to wander from the correct path or place. 'Wander' is the closest synonym, meaning to move about without a fixed course.

Question 9

Select the option that means the same as the given idiom.To have the gift of the gab

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to have the gift of the gab' means to be able to speak fluently and persuasively. 'Eloquent' perfectly captures this meaning.

Question 10

Direction:Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.One who is present everywhere

Accepted Answer

The prefix 'omni-' means 'all'. 'Present' refers to being in a place. Therefore, 'Omnipresent' correctly means present everywhere.

Question 11

Directions: 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.There werenot any excusefor not participating in the competition.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'There were not any' requires a plural noun. 'Excuses' is the correct plural form, making 'no excuses' the appropriate substitution for proper subject-verb agreement.

Question 12

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.One who studies antique things

Accepted Answer

An antiquarian is a person who studies or collects antiques. This directly matches the definition provided in the question.

Question 13

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Just because you are learning a language does not mean you need to limiting your thinking.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'need to' should be followed by the base form of the verb. Therefore, 'limiting' should be 'limit' to form the correct infinitive 'to limit'.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.OPAQUE

Accepted Answer

Opaque means not able to be seen through. Transparent means allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be distinctly seen. Thus, 'Transparent' is the direct antonym.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.BLESS

Accepted Answer

The word 'bless' means to invoke divine favor or to consecrate. Its direct opposite is 'curse', which means to invoke harm or evil upon someone.

Question 16

Direction: Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.A person who thinks he/she is the best.

Accepted Answer

An 'egoist' is someone excessively conceited or self-absorbed, believing themselves superior. This perfectly matches the description of a person who thinks they are the best.

Question 17

Directions: Select the antonym of the given word.ABOVE

Accepted Answer

The word 'above' indicates a higher position. Its direct opposite, 'below', indicates a lower position. Therefore, 'below' is the correct antonym.

Question 18

Select the option that means the same as the given idiom.State-of-the-art

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'state-of-the-art' refers to the most modern or advanced stage of development. Therefore, 'most advanced' is the correct meaning.

Question 19

Select the synonym of the given word.INCORRIGIBLE

Accepted Answer

Incorrigible means not able to be corrected, improved, or reformed. Therefore, 'unalterable' is the closest synonym, meaning unable to be changed.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.We need not worry about anything ________ his commitment to the work he is assigned.

Accepted Answer

The word 'except' means 'other than' or 'excluding'. It fits perfectly to convey that commitment is the only thing to worry about.