SSC GD 2025 PYQs

Question 1

Select the option that best defines the given word.Apportion

Accepted Answer

The word 'Apportion' means to divide and distribute something, typically money or resources, among a number of people or groups. 'Allocate' is the closest synonym.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Hostile

Accepted Answer

The word 'Hostile' means unfriendly or aggressive. 'Hospitable' means friendly and welcoming, making it the most appropriate antonym.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.The meeting in the conference hall has ended on atemporary agreement.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'temporary agreement' in the context of a meeting implies a temporary cessation of conflict or disagreement. 'Truce' precisely means a temporary agreement to stop fighting or arguing.

Question 4

Select the option that rectifies the underlined spelling error.The students had to write an essay for theirasignment.

Accepted Answer

The correct spelling of the word is 'assignment'. It refers to a task or piece of work allocated to someone as part of a job or course of study.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.Ram dropped the glass and it shattered on the floor. 'Drop' here means ____________.

Accepted Answer

In the given sentence, 'dropped' refers to the action of letting something fall. Option 1, 'fall or let fall', accurately captures this meaning.

Question 6

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Esoteric

Accepted Answer

Esoteric means understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge. Therefore, 'Common' is its most appropriate antonym, meaning widely known or understood.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank.I would like to know _______ this machine works.

Accepted Answer

The sentence asks about the method or manner of the machine's operation. 'How' correctly introduces a question about process, making it the most appropriate choice.

Question 8

Identify the sentence with the INCORRECT usage of adverb.

Accepted Answer

Adverbs like 'barely' typically precede the main verb or follow the auxiliary verb. Option 2 places 'barely' incorrectly between the main verb and its object.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.The project must be completed ________ the end of the week.

Accepted Answer

The preposition 'by' indicates a deadline or a point in time before which an action must be completed. Thus, 'by the end of the week' is correct.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom in the given sentence.Jake and Emily worked together on a project, and it wasa piece of cakefor them to complete it on time.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'a piece of cake' means something that is very easy to do. Therefore, 'An easy task' is the most appropriate meaning.

Question 11

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Arrogant

Accepted Answer

The word 'Arrogant' means having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities. The most appropriate antonym is 'Humble', meaning having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given word.Dilemma

Accepted Answer

Dilemma means a difficult situation requiring a choice between two undesirable alternatives. Plight is the closest synonym, meaning a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.Shealways doher work in time.

Accepted Answer

For a singular subject like 'She' in the simple present tense, the verb must end with '-s' or '-es'. Therefore, 'does' is the correct form.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate synonym of the word 'inconsistencies' to fill in the blank.As the engineers reviewed the data from the Mars rover, they were particularly interested in any ________ that might indicate a malfunction on the vehicle.

Accepted Answer

The word 'inconsistencies' refers to things that are not normal or expected. 'Anomalies' means deviations from the normal or common order, fitting the context of a malfunction perfectly.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.She was deeply _________ by the gesture of kindness from her friend.

Accepted Answer

The word 'touched' best fits the context of being affected emotionally by a kind gesture. It implies a positive and appreciative reaction.

Question 16

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Approbate

Accepted Answer

Approbate means to approve or sanction. Therefore, its most appropriate antonym is 'Reject', which means to dismiss or refuse to accept.

Question 17

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Broad

Accepted Answer

The word 'Broad' means wide in extent. Therefore, 'Wide' is the most appropriate synonym, directly conveying the same meaning.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.He suddenly tried tothrow cold wateron my plans.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to throw cold water on' means to discourage or express disapproval of someone's plans or ideas, making them less enthusiastic.

Question 19

Select the option that best expresses the meaning of the underlined idiom.Tushara was asked to gather demographic data that could be usefuldown the road.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'down the road' refers to a future time or event. Therefore, 'In the future' is the correct meaning.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.Each of the two farmers wants the certified seedsbut neither have any papers.

Accepted Answer

The pronoun 'neither' is singular, so it requires a singular verb 'has'. The original sentence incorrectly uses 'have'. Option 1 correctly applies this rule.