SSC GD 2023 PYQs

Question 1

Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.Music is a therapy for everyone - plants, birds, animals and human-beings - to flourish andrejuvenate.

Accepted Answer

The word 'rejuvenate' means to make someone or something feel or look younger, fresher, or more lively. 'Refreshen' is the closest synonym.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.Siraj-ud Daula’s defeat can be attributed toa snake in the grass.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'a snake in the grass' refers to a treacherous or deceitful person who pretends to be a friend but is actually an enemy. Option 3 correctly captures this meaning.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Drowsy

Accepted Answer

The word 'Drowsy' means feeling sleepy or lethargic. Among the given options, 'Sleepy' is the most direct and appropriate synonym, conveying the same meaning.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Awkward

Accepted Answer

The word 'Awkward' means clumsy or ungraceful. 'Unskillful' directly conveys this meaning, making it the most appropriate synonym.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.This is anoldenbuilding of historical importance.

Accepted Answer

The word 'olden' is archaic and less common. 'Ancient' is the most appropriate synonym for a building of historical importance, implying great age and significance.

Question 6

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Blow one’s own trumpet

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'blow one's own trumpet' means to boast about one's own achievements or qualities. Therefore, 'To praise oneself' is the most appropriate meaning.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.I am born and ________ in a cultured family.

Accepted Answer

The correct word is 'bred', which means brought up or raised. It fits the context of being born and raised in a family.

Question 8

Select the correct word for the blanks in the given sentence.Sivakashi is famous for its _______ box industry, and I am unable to find a ________ for my purple dress.

Accepted Answer

The word 'match' fits both blanks perfectly. Sivakashi is known for its matchbox industry, and 'match' also means a suitable companion for the dress.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM to substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.Herlivelydemeanour makes her the ideal choice for this job.

Accepted Answer

The word 'lively' means full of life and energy. The most appropriate antonym is 'gloomy', which means sad or depressed, lacking cheerfulness.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.After one's own heart

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'after one's own heart' means having similar tastes, preferences, or character to oneself. Option 4 accurately reflects this meaning.

Question 11

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.He is an absolutely ______ man.

Accepted Answer

The word 'chaste' means pure or virtuous, which fits the context of describing a man's character. The other options do not make sense in this sentence.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the italicised words in the given sentence.It was adifficult taskto complete a relay run of 5 km in minutes yet our team managed to do it successfully.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'difficult task' is best replaced by 'Herculean effort,' which means a task requiring immense strength or effort, fitting the context of completing a challenging relay run.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the underlined word in the following sentence.Heneglectedhis duties and was dismissed from his job.

Accepted Answer

The word 'neglected' means to fail to care for properly. Its antonym is 'attended', meaning to deal with or take care of.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Dazzling

Accepted Answer

The word 'Dazzling' means extremely bright or impressive. 'Brilliant' shares this meaning, making it the most appropriate synonym.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate synonym to substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.Sivasubramanian Iyer was notperturbed, nor did he get angry with his wife, but instead, served me with his own hands and sat down beside me to eat his meal.

Accepted Answer

The word 'perturbed' means to feel anxiety or concern. The closest synonym among the options is 'disturbed', which also means to interrupt the peace or tranquility of someone.

Question 16

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Cease

Accepted Answer

Cease means to stop or bring to an end. The most appropriate antonym is 'Commence', which means to begin or start.

Question 17

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.Truthfully speaking, the victories of peace and harmony have a more _________ impact on human civilization than the so-called victories of war.

Accepted Answer

The sentence contrasts peace with war. War's victories are often temporary, so peace's victories must have a 'lasting' impact, implying permanence and endurance.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Cruel

Accepted Answer

The word 'Cruel' means causing pain or suffering. The most appropriate antonym is 'Kind', which means friendly, generous, and considerate.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bracketed word to fill in the blank.The medicine was so __________ (sweet) that a man had to choose sugar along with it.

Accepted Answer

The word 'sweet' describes a taste. The most appropriate antonym for 'sweet' among the given options, referring to taste, is 'sour'.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Fatuity

Accepted Answer

Fatuity means foolishness or stupidity. Sapience means wisdom or intelligence. Therefore, Sapience is the most appropriate antonym for Fatuity.