SSC MTS 2024 PYQs

Question 1

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the sentence.She was deeplyeffected bythe news, to the point of tears.

Accepted Answer

The correct word is 'affected' (verb) meaning 'influenced by'. 'Effected' (verb) means 'brought about', and 'effect' (noun) means 'result'. The preposition 'by' is correct here.

Question 2

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blaThe loud thunder ______ the children, making them cry.

Accepted Answer

The context 'making them cry' indicates an action that causes distress. 'Frightened' means to make someone afraid, which fits perfectly with the children crying.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM to substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.In what ways do you find technological advancementsbeneficialto your daily life?

Accepted Answer

The word 'beneficial' means advantageous or helpful. The most appropriate antonym is 'unfavourable,' meaning disadvantageous or not helpful.

Question 4

Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.His decision to quit his stable job and travel the world was driven by a suddencaprice.

Accepted Answer

Caprice means a sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior. Impulse, meaning a sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act, is the closest synonym.

Question 5

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.The gift of the gab

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'the gift of the gab' refers to a natural talent for speaking fluently and persuasively. Option 4 accurately describes this ability.

Question 6

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.The restaurent's atmosphere was pleasant and inviting.

Accepted Answer

The word 'restaurent' is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is 'restaurant'. The apostrophe 's' is for possession, which is correct here.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.Raghav, whostudiestourism at present, is planning to go abroad after his graduation.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'at present' indicates an ongoing action. Therefore, the present continuous tense 'is studying' is the most appropriate choice to describe Raghav's current activity.

Question 8

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.When pigs fly

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'When pigs fly' is used to describe something that is highly improbable or impossible, meaning it will never happen.

Question 9

Select the correctly spelt word to fill in the blank.We are entering a point where technology will change at _________ speeds.

Accepted Answer

The word 'extreme' is correctly spelled and fits the context of technology changing at very high speeds. The other options are misspelled.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Restraint

Accepted Answer

Restraint means the act of holding back or controlling oneself. Therefore, 'Self-control' is the most appropriate synonym, as it directly refers to controlling one's impulses or actions.

Question 11

The given sentence is divided into four segments. Select the option that has the segment with a grammatical error.She forbade / him not / to enter that / room.

Accepted Answer

'Forbade' is already a negative word meaning 'ordered not to'. Using 'not' after it creates an incorrect double negative. 'Him not' should just be 'him'.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Vacant

Accepted Answer

The word 'Vacant' means empty or not occupied. Therefore, 'Empty' is the most appropriate synonym, directly conveying the same meaning.

Question 13

You overhear someone say, "He's always on cloud nine." What does this idiom mean in the given context?

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'on cloud nine' means to be in a state of extreme happiness or elation. Therefore, 'extremely happy' is the correct meaning.

Question 14

Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select 'No improvement required'.Placing a huge magnet atop the templepose to beingthe biggest hurdle for the masons.

Accepted Answer

The correct phrase is 'posed to be' because 'pose' is a verb that needs to be followed by an infinitive ('to be') to express its function or role. The past tense 'posed' fits the context.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.Leisure activities can improve an individual's physical and mental health by _______ stress, and offering a pleasurable experience.

Accepted Answer

Leisure activities reduce stress and provide pleasure. 'Relieving' means to alleviate or reduce, which fits the context of improving health by managing stress.

Question 16

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.As technology evolves, consumers increasingly _______________ products with enhanced features and greater efficiency.

Accepted Answer

The sentence describes a general truth about consumer behavior as technology evolves. The present simple tense 'demand' correctly reflects this ongoing, habitual action.

Question 17

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.Mithya's remarkablegenerosityextended to everyone she knew.

Accepted Answer

Generosity means being kind and giving. Its direct opposite is selfishness, which means caring only about oneself and not others.

Question 18

Select the correct spelling of the underlined word in the given sentence.Rahul's personality iscomplamentedby his confident looks.

Accepted Answer

The correct spelling is 'complemented', meaning to add to something in a way that improves or completes it. The original word 'complamented' is misspelled.

Question 19

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Entice

Accepted Answer

Entice means to attract or tempt. Repulse means to drive back or repel, making it the direct opposite. Thus, Repulse is the correct antonym.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined word.There are so manyflieson the food.

Accepted Answer

The word 'flies' in the context of food refers to the common insects. Option 4, 'Insects with wings', accurately describes these creatures.