SSC GD 2021 PYQs

Question 1

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.He ______ her that he had deposited the money in the bank.

Accepted Answer

The correct word is 'assured' which means to tell someone positively to remove doubt. He removed her doubt about the money deposit.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Chicken hearted

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'chicken-hearted' refers to someone who is easily frightened or lacks courage. Therefore, 'Easily scared' is the most appropriate meaning.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Criticise

Accepted Answer

To 'criticise' means to express disapproval. The opposite is to 'approve', which means to express satisfaction or agreement.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.Besides having a good academic record, it is important that you learn how to face an interview with ______ and self-confidence.

Accepted Answer

The word 'ease' pairs perfectly with 'self-confidence' to describe a relaxed, comfortable demeanor during an interview. The other options do not fit the context of personal behavior.

Question 5

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.Release someone from a duty or obligation

Accepted Answer

To release someone from a duty or obligation means to free them from blame or responsibility, which is precisely the definition of 'exonerate'.

Question 6

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.To break new ground

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to break new ground' means to do something innovative or to pioneer in a particular field, establishing new methods or discoveries.

Question 7

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.Comparison between things that have similar features

Accepted Answer

Analogy refers to a comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification, especially when they share similar features.

Question 8

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.After hours of discussion, the team ______ at the same conclusion.

Accepted Answer

The verb 'arrived' is the most appropriate collocation with 'at a conclusion' to indicate reaching a decision or understanding after deliberation.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Similar

Accepted Answer

The word 'similar' means having a resemblance or likeness. 'Alike' perfectly conveys this meaning, indicating sameness or close resemblance.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Wee hours of the day

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'wee hours of the day' refers to the very early hours of the morning, just before or around dawn. Therefore, 'Dawn' is the most appropriate meaning.

Question 11

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.Anything that leads to death

Accepted Answer

The word 'fatal' directly means causing death. It is the most precise one-word substitute for 'anything that leads to death'.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Submissive

Accepted Answer

The word 'submissive' means ready to conform to the authority or will of others. 'Obedient' shares this meaning, making it the correct synonym.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Monotonous

Accepted Answer

Monotonous means dull, tedious, and repetitive. 'Boring' perfectly captures this meaning, referring to something uninteresting or tiresome.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.To break into tears.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to break into tears' means to suddenly start crying. It describes an abrupt onset of weeping.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Competent

Accepted Answer

The word 'Competent' means having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully. 'Capable' shares this meaning, making it the correct synonym.

Question 16

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Lure

Accepted Answer

Lure means to tempt or attract. Therefore, 'Attraction' is the most appropriate synonym, as it conveys the same meaning of drawing someone in.

Question 17

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Convert

Accepted Answer

"Convert" means to change the form, character, or function of something. "Transform" is its exact synonym, meaning to make a thorough or dramatic change in form or appearance.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Maintain

Accepted Answer

To 'maintain' means to keep something in good condition. The opposite is to 'abandon', meaning to give up completely or leave behind.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Vital

Accepted Answer

The word 'Vital' means essential or extremely important. 'Trivial' means of little value or importance, making it the direct antonym.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.She ______ why I had not sent her an invitation.

Accepted Answer

The sentence describes someone asking a question. 'Enquired' means to ask for information, which perfectly fits the context of questioning why an invitation wasn't sent.