SSC GD 2023 PYQs

Question 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

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.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.My mother was ________ at my negligence and scolded me.

Accepted Answer

The sentence indicates the mother 'scolded' the speaker due to 'negligence'. 'Furious' (क्रोधित) is the only option that logically aligns with scolding due to negligence.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Earn

Accepted Answer

The word 'Earn' means to obtain money in return for labor or services. 'Receive' means to be given, presented with, or paid something. Thus, 'Receive' is the most appropriate synonym.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.Purchasing furniture at a low costcould not involve abandoningdesign or quality.

Accepted Answer

The original phrase 'could not involve abandoning' is grammatically awkward. 'Should not entail sacrificing' is the most appropriate and idiomatic substitution, conveying the intended meaning smoothly.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.It isabsurdto argue about this.

Accepted Answer

The word 'absurd' means illogical or ridiculous. The most appropriate antonym is 'reasonable,' meaning fair and sensible.

Question 16

Select the option in which all the words are spelt correctly.

Accepted Answer

The correct spelling of the word is 'accountable'. Option 1 uses this spelling correctly, making it the right choice among the given options.

Question 17

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word to fill in the blank in the sentence.ProcureIt is very difficult to _________ food and fuel for daily necessities for people living below poverty line in the world.

Accepted Answer

The word 'procure' means to obtain something, especially with care or effort. 'Obtain' is the closest synonym that fits the sentence's context.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Light at the end of tunnel

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'light at the end of the tunnel' signifies hope or a sign that a difficult period is nearing its conclusion, making option 1 the most fitting meaning.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Fit as a fiddle

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'fit as a fiddle' means to be in excellent physical condition or good health. It implies being strong and healthy.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate synonym to substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.He had created acocoonof human activities - conversation, interaction, affection - and it filled his life like an overflowing soup bowl.

Accepted Answer

A 'cocoon' implies an enclosing or protective covering. 'Encasement' is the closest synonym, meaning something that encloses or covers, fitting the context of human activities surrounding him.