SSC GD 2023 PYQs

Question 1

Select the MISSPELT word.

Accepted Answer

The word 'Extrime' is misspelled. The correct spelling is 'Extreme'. The other words 'Eccentricity', 'Electricity', and 'Excite' are all spelled correctly.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Liability

Accepted Answer

Liability refers to a state of being responsible for something, especially by law. Its direct opposite is an asset, which is something valuable owned by a person or company.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.Baldness isquite very usualamong youngsters these days.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'quite very usual' is grammatically awkward and redundant. 'Getting very common' is the most natural and appropriate substitute, conveying the intended meaning clearly.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.My uncle has anextremely largebungalow which has six bedrooms, five bathrooms and four living rooms.

Accepted Answer

The word 'extremely large' describes something of immense size. 'Enormous' is the most fitting synonym, conveying the same meaning of very great size.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.In dire straits

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'in dire straits' means to be in a very difficult or bad situation. Option 4 directly conveys this meaning.

Question 6

Select the most appropriate synonym of the word given below to fill in the blank in the following sentence.PamperMy grandmother said, “Don’t ______ the kid. He will get spoiled”.

Accepted Answer

The word 'pamper' means to treat with excessive care or indulgence. 'Coddle' is the closest synonym, meaning to treat in an overprotective or indulgent way.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Brittle

Accepted Answer

Brittle means easily broken. Resilient means able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions. Thus, resilient is the most appropriate antonym.

Question 8

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word to fill in the blank.Children wereamusedby the puppet show, but they were _______ with the Chairman's speech.

Accepted Answer

The word 'amused' means entertained or pleased. The antonym for 'amused' in this context, implying a negative reaction to a speech, is 'bored'.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.To be in the doldrums

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to be in the doldrums' refers to a state of being low in spirits, inactive, or stagnant. Option 3 accurately captures this meaning.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate homophone to fill in the blank.In many road accidents people break their bones mainly because their vehicle ___________ fails.

Accepted Answer

The word 'brake' refers to the device used to slow or stop a vehicle. In the context of a vehicle failing, 'brake' is the correct homophone.

Question 11

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Conceal

Accepted Answer

The word 'conceal' means to keep something secret or hidden. The most appropriate synonym among the given options is 'Hide', which has the same meaning.

Question 12

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 13

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 14

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 15

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 16

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 17

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 18

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 19

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 20

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.