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 visiting to my family are few and far between. /No error

Accepted Answer

The error is in 'My visiting to'. 'Visiting' is a gerund acting as a noun, so it should be followed by 'of' instead of 'to'. The correct phrase is 'My visiting of my family'.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Above one's head

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'above one's head' means something is too difficult or complex to understand. Option 3 accurately reflects this meaning.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.Familiar

Accepted Answer

The word 'Familiar' means well-known or recognized. Its most appropriate antonym is 'Strange', meaning unusual or unknown.

Question 4

Choose the most appropriate word that can substitute the given group of words.The highest point

Accepted Answer

Zenith refers to the highest point reached by a celestial body or the peak of success/power. It directly means 'the highest point'.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.They sat by the river bank with their legs ______ in the water.

Accepted Answer

The word 'dangling' perfectly describes legs hanging loosely over the river bank into the water, fitting the context of sitting by a river.

Question 6

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.He has deposits all his money in banks.

Accepted Answer

The auxiliary verb 'has' must be followed by the past participle form of the main verb. 'Deposits' is a simple present tense verb, it should be 'deposited'.

Question 7

Choose the most appropriate word that can substitute the given group of words.A place where nuns live and work

Accepted Answer

A 'convent' is specifically a community of nuns, or the building where they live. The other options are general living quarters.

Question 8

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Capable

Accepted Answer

The word 'Capable' means having the ability or quality necessary to do something. 'Competent' means having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully. Thus, 'Competent' is the most appropriate synonym.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.Something no longer in use

Accepted Answer

The word 'obsolete' correctly describes something that is no longer in use or out of date. It directly matches the given phrase.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.Teachers would like ______ a long holiday

Accepted Answer

The verb 'would like' is followed by an infinitive (to + base form of verb). Therefore, 'to have' is the correct choice to complete the sentence grammatically.

Question 11

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.My mother is the ____ inspiration in my life.

Accepted Answer

The sentence requires a superlative adjective to describe the highest degree of inspiration. 'Biggest' is the correct superlative form of 'big'.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Eyewash

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'eyewash' refers to something that is said or done to deceive people, making it appear better or different than it actually is. Thus, 'a deception' is the correct meaning.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.Steep

Accepted Answer

The word 'steep' means rising or falling sharply. The most appropriate antonym is 'flat', meaning level and without inclination.

Question 14

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.It was not possible/for we/to understand her. /No error.

Accepted Answer

The preposition 'for' should be followed by an objective pronoun. Therefore, 'we' should be replaced with 'us' to make the sentence grammatically correct.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.My teacher is the ______ of all.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'of all' indicates a comparison among three or more, requiring the superlative degree. 'Kindest' is the superlative form of 'kind'.

Question 16

Comprehension:(Que No. 65 - 69)In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank. Deforestation 1.______ the permanent destruction of forests in order to 2.______ the land available for other uses. It 3.______ around the world, though tropical rain forests are particularly 4.____. If current deforestation levels 5.______ , the world's rain forests may completely vanish in as little as 100 years, according to National Geographic.Question:Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 1.

Accepted Answer

The subject 'Deforestation' is singular, so it requires a singular verb. 'Is' is the correct singular form of the verb 'to be' in the present tense.

Question 17

Choose the most appropriate word that can substitute the given group of words.Full of criticism and mockery

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'full of criticism and mockery' perfectly describes 'satire,' which uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.To feel at home

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'to feel at home' means to feel comfortable and relaxed in a particular place or situation, as if one were in their own home.

Question 19

Comprehension:(Que No. 65 - 69)Direction: In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.The quick thinking of an animal lover saved (1)____ life of a turtle who had (2)____ a ﬁshing hook and a safety pin. The female turtle was (3)____ on the streets of Mumbai by the animal lover, (4)____ took it to a vet. An X-ray (5)____ the presence of sharp objects in its stomach. The turtle was operated upon successfully.Question:Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 1.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'life of a turtle' refers to a specific life, so the definite article 'the' is required here.

Question 20

Choose the most appropriate word that can substitute the given group of words.A group of ships

Accepted Answer

A 'fleet' is the specific collective noun used to describe a group of ships. This is a direct vocabulary recall question.