SSC MTS 2019 PYQs

Question 1

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.My brother brought a few rice while coming from the market.

Accepted Answer

Rice is an uncountable noun, so 'a few' (used for countable nouns) is incorrect. It should be replaced with 'a little' or 'some'.

Question 2

Choose the most appropriate word that can substitute the given group of words.Killing of pests

Accepted Answer

The word 'Pesticide' is derived from 'pest' and the suffix '-cide', meaning 'to kill'. Therefore, it correctly refers to the killing of pests.

Question 3

Choose the most appropriate word that can substitute the given group of words.One who pretends to be what he is not

Accepted Answer

A hypocrite is a person who pretends to have moral standards or beliefs to which their own behavior does not conform, fitting the description perfectly.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate option to ﬁll in the blank.He is addicted to alcohol and exerts a bad inﬂuence ______ his family.

Accepted Answer

The correct preposition to use with 'influence' when referring to an effect on something or someone is 'on'. Thus, 'influence on his family' is the appropriate phrase.

Question 5

Directions: Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.Acute

Accepted Answer

The word 'acute' means sharp or severe. The most appropriate antonym is 'blunt', which means not sharp or dull.

Question 6

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.He ______ his portrait in the main hall.

Accepted Answer

The verb 'hang' has two past forms: 'hanged' for execution and 'hung' for suspending an object. Since a portrait is suspended, 'hung' is the correct choice.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate option to ﬁll in the blank.He is a descendant ______ the Mughal royalty.

Accepted Answer

The correct preposition to use with 'descendant' when referring to origin or lineage is 'of'. It indicates belonging or origin.

Question 8

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.Her relatives were presented at the station to see her off.

Accepted Answer

The correct verb should be 'present' or 'gathered' instead of 'presented'. 'Presented' means to show or give something, which is incorrect in this context.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Deepen

Accepted Answer

To 'deepen' means to make something more intense or profound. 'Intensify' directly conveys this meaning, making it the most appropriate synonym.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Misfortune

Accepted Answer

Misfortune means bad luck or an unfortunate event. Calamity is a synonym, meaning a disaster or a serious unfortunate event.

Question 11

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.Gloomy

Accepted Answer

The word 'gloomy' means dark or dismal. The most appropriate antonym is 'bright', which means full of light or cheerful.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.As a matter of fact

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'as a matter of fact' means 'actually' or 'in reality'. It is used to introduce a statement that is true.

Question 13

Directions: Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.The ball is in (one's) court

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'the ball is in one's court' means it is now someone's turn to make a decision or take action, implying responsibility.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Chide

Accepted Answer

The word 'Chide' means to express disapproval of or to scold. 'Rebuke' means to express sharp disapproval or criticism, making it the most appropriate synonym.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Optimist

Accepted Answer

An optimist is someone who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future. An idealist shares this positive outlook, often believing in the best possible outcomes.

Question 16

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.The entry gates were closed ______ we could enter in.

Accepted Answer

The sentence implies the gates closed prior to their entry. 'Before' correctly conveys this sequence of events, indicating one action happened prior to another.

Question 17

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.Rakesh is foolish/to said/such things.

Accepted Answer

After 'to', the base form of the verb (infinitive) should be used. Therefore, 'to said' should be corrected to 'to say'.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Immense

Accepted Answer

The word 'Immense' means extremely large or great. Among the given options, 'Massive' is the most appropriate synonym as it also means very large or heavy.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Come to light

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'come to light' means for something previously unknown or secret to become known to the public. Option 4 accurately reflects this meaning.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.Current

Accepted Answer

The word 'Current' refers to the present time. Its direct opposite, or antonym, is 'Past', which refers to a time that has already happened.