SSC GD 2019 PYQs

Question 1

Select the antonym of the given word.URBAN

Accepted Answer

The word 'Urban' refers to a city or town. Its direct opposite, 'Rural', refers to the countryside. Thus, 'Rural' is the correct antonym.

Question 2

Select the option that means the same as the given idiom.To cut both ends

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to cut both ends' means to argue in favor of both opposing sides of an issue, often to avoid taking a definitive stance or to gain advantage.

Question 3

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.One who loves mankind

Accepted Answer

The word 'philanthropist' is derived from Greek roots 'philos' (loving) and 'anthropos' (mankind), meaning one who loves mankind.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.A person’s individual risk for many diseases most often _______ from a combination of genes, environment and lifestyle.

Accepted Answer

The word 'stems' correctly conveys that the risk originates or arises from the combination of factors. It fits the context of cause and effect.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.In the United States of America two dozen people_______due to the present cold wave.

Accepted Answer

The subject 'two dozen people' is plural, requiring the plural verb 'have'. The sentence is in the passive voice, making 'have been killed' the correct choice.

Question 6

Directions:Select the option that means the same as the given idiom.A red letter day

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'a red letter day' refers to a day that is notably special, significant, or memorable, often marked in red on calendars.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.When she bid farewell to her parents, her eyes were full ________ tears.

Accepted Answer

The correct preposition to use with 'full' when indicating content is 'of'. So, 'full of tears' is the appropriate phrase.

Question 8

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.The adventurer in him cannot_______the call of the mountains.

Accepted Answer

The adventurer's nature means they cannot 'resist' the mountains' call, implying an inability to ignore or oppose it. 'Resist' fits the context perfectly.

Question 9

Directions: Select the synonym of the given word.GLEE

Accepted Answer

The word 'Glee' means great delight or joy. 'Happiness' is the closest synonym, referring to the state of being happy.

Question 10

Select the synonym of the given word.RARELY

Accepted Answer

"Rarely" means not happening often or infrequently. "Seldom" shares this exact meaning. The other options (usually, often, frequently) are antonyms meaning something happens a lot.

Question 11

Select the antonym of the given word.EUPHORIA

Accepted Answer

Euphoria means intense excitement and happiness. Lethargy means a lack of energy and enthusiasm. Thus, lethargy is the antonym of euphoria.

Question 12

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.One could argue that these are the compulsions of parliamentary democracy for smooth functioning for the State.

Accepted Answer

The error is in the preposition 'for'. It should be 'of' or 'in' the State, as 'functioning' relates to the State's internal operations, not its benefit.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.Apart from cows, buffaloes are also ________ for mass milk production for humans.

Accepted Answer

The verb 'reared' is correctly used for bringing up and breeding animals for a specific purpose, like milk production. It fits the context perfectly.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.There is no prediction that _______ how fast dehydration can affect your general health.

Accepted Answer

The subject 'prediction' is singular, requiring a singular verb. 'Shows' is the correct singular present tense verb to agree with 'prediction'.

Question 15

Select the synonym of the given word.ABILITY

Accepted Answer

The word 'Ability' refers to the power or skill to do something. 'Capacity' means the maximum amount that something can contain or the ability to do something. Thus, 'Capacity' is the closest synonym.

Question 16

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Taking the help of people with rich experience of life will saves you much time and effort.

Accepted Answer

Modal verbs like 'will' are always followed by the base form of the verb. Therefore, 'saves' should be 'save'.

Question 17

Directions:Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.You can visit me on .......... at 7 o’clock.

Accepted Answer

The preposition 'on' is used before days of the week. Therefore, 'Sunday' is the correct choice to complete the sentence grammatically.

Question 18

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.It is a fact that you are known by me.

Accepted Answer

The verb 'known' is typically followed by the preposition 'to', not 'by', in passive voice constructions. So, 'known to me' is correct.

Question 19

Directions: Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.That which can be seen through

Accepted Answer

The word 'transparent' correctly describes something that allows light to pass through, enabling one to see clearly through it.

Question 20

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.My sister tried to tempt me with sweets so that I ought not tell our parents about the vase she broke.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'ought not tell' is grammatically incorrect. The correct modal verb for expressing purpose or result in this context should be 'should not tell' or 'might not tell'. 'Ought' implies moral obligation.