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SSC MTS 2024 English Test - 9
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SSC MTS 2024 English Test - 9
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  • Question 1/10
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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

    Waving a fan for nearly 12 hours continuously, with just a break for lunch, could make ________ arms sore.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is "anyone’s".

    Key Points

    • "Anyone's" correctly implies that doing this activity could make the arms of any person sore, which suits the general context.
    • The possessive form "anyone's" is needed here to show possession or belonging (the soreness of the arms).
    • "Everyone" implies all people in a group, which may be too inclusive for this context.
    • The use of "anyone" over "everyone" emphasizes the potential for this outcome for any individual rather than asserting it happens to all simultaneously.

    Therefore, the correct answer is- Option 1".

    Additional Information

    • "Anyone" is used to refer to any person out of an indefinite number, making it more suitable for hypothetical scenarios.
    • "Everyone's" refers to every person in a specific group, which is not the intended meaning in this question.
    • The choice between "anyone" and "everyone" often depends on the context and the specificity of the group being referred to.
  • Question 2/10
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    Select the option that is correct spelling.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is 'Suffice'.

    Key Points

    • The correctly spelt word is suffice.
    • Suffice means to be enough or adequate. (पर्याप्त होना)
      • Example: A few more chairs should suffice for the guests at the party.
    • ​Hence, the correct spelling is 'suffice'.

    Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 2".

    Additional Information

    • Sufficiant is a misspelling of the word "sufficient" which means adequate for the purpose without excess. (पर्याप्त)
    • Sufuse does not appear to be a standard word.
    • Sulfer is a common misspelling of "Sulphur". Sulphur is a chemical element known for its yellow colour and distinct smell, used in various industrial and chemical processes. (गंधक)
  • Question 3/10
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    Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the sentence is grammatically correct.

    "How can you runs so fast?"

    Solutions

    The correct answer is "can you run".

    Key Points

    • The error in the question is the usage of 'runs' with the auxiliary verb 'can'.
    • When 'can' is used as a modal verb, it is followed by a base form (infinitive without 'to') of the verb.
    • Therefore, the correct sentence should be "How can you run so fast?"
    • The base form 'run' should be used because the verb is in the context of a hypothetical ability.

    Therefore, the correct answer is ‘Option 2’.

    Additional Information

    • 'Can you running' is incorrect because 'can' needs to be followed by the base form of the verb.
    • 'Could you run' would change the tense and meaning of the sentence, suggesting a past or conditional ability rather than a present ability.
    • 'No improvement' is incorrect because the sentence as given includes a grammatical error.
  • Question 4/10
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    The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

    Nobody in the committee believed that they were responsible for the oversight, which led to a significant delay in the project's timeline.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is Option B.

    Key Points

    • The pronoun "they" in this context is ambiguous and can be misleading, as "nobody" is singular and typically would not be referred back to with a plural pronoun.
    • The sentence implies a collective denial of responsibility, yet "nobody" requires a singular reference pronoun, potentially "he or she" or "one" to maintain both clarity and grammatical correctness.
    • This usage of "they" could be defended with the argument of singular "they" for unspecified gender, but it may cause confusion in terms of number agreement with "nobody."
    • The clarity problem underscores the difficulty of using gender-neutral pronouns with indefinite singular nouns in traditional English grammar.

    Therefore, the correct answer is- Correct answer B.

    Additional Information

    • Option A: Presents the scenario of collective denial correctly without any pronoun error.
    • Option C: Describes the consequence of the oversight, not directly involving the pronoun issue.
    • Option D: Highlights the impact of the oversight on the project, also free from pronoun problems.
  • Question 5/10
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    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

    Ugly duckling

    Solutions

    The correct answer is: Transformation from an unattractive beginning to a splendid outcome

    Key Points

    • The idiom "ugly duckling" is used to refer to someone or something that initially appears unattractive, unpromising, or inferior but eventually transforms into something beautiful, impressive, or successful. (कोई व्यक्ति या वस्तु जो शुरू में अनाकर्षक, अप्रतिम या हीन प्रतीत होती है लेकिन अंततः किसी सुंदर, प्रभावशाली या सफल चीज़ में बदल जाती है)
    • It's often used to describe a person, object, or idea that undergoes a remarkable positive change over time.
      • Example: The shy teenager blossomed into a stunning young woman, a real ugly duckling story.

    Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

  • Question 6/10
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    Which term refers to great sadness or distress?

    Solutions

    The correct answer is 'Option 3) Woe'.

    Key Points

    • The given phrase describes woe.
    • 'Woe' in English means great sorrow or distress(विपत्ति)
    • For example- "He has been through much woe in his life."
    • Woe refers to distress resulting from serious misfortune.

    Therefore, the correct answer is- Correct Answer: 3) Woe.

    Additional Information

    • Option 1) 'Wail' refers to a prolonged high-pitched cry of pain, grief, or anger.(विलाप).
    • Option 2) 'Woo' refers to seek the favor, support, or custom of. (प्राप्त करने का प्रयास करना)
    • Option 4) 'Wisp' refers to a small thin or twisted bunch, piece, or amount of something.(अल्प मात्रा)
  • Question 7/10
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    Choose the most suitable determiner for the given sentence:

    I don't wear ______ new trousers to office.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is 'these'.

    Key Points

    • The sentence is in the present tense and the subject is "trousers", which is plural.
    • Therefore, we need to use a plural determiner.
    • The options "this" and "that" are singular determiners, so they cannot be used.
    • The option "few" is used to refer to a small number of things, but the sentence does not specify how many trousers the speaker does not wear to the office.
    • Therefore, the most suitable determiner is "these", which refers to a specific set of trousers that the speaker does not wear to the office.

    Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

    Complete Sentence: I don't wear these new trousers to office.

    Additional Information

    • The other options are incorrect because they do not fit the context of the sentence.
      • "This" is used to refer to a singular object that is close to the speaker.
      • "That" is used to refer to a singular object that is far from the speaker.
      • "Few" is used to refer to a small number of objects.
  • Question 8/10
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    Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the sentence is grammatically correct.

    His response was not only inappropriate but also was offensive.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is 'Option 4' i.e. 'but also offensive'.

    Key Points

    • The original sentence structure should maintain parallelism with the use of "not only... but also..." for coherence and fluency.
    • The phrase "but also was offensive" disrupts the parallel structure since "not only" is not directly followed by a verb.
    • Was will be removed.
    • "But also offensive" corrects this by directly following "not only inappropriate" without an additional verb.

    Therefore, the correct answer is- His response was not only inappropriate but also offensive.

    Additional Information

    • Not only... but also... is a correlative conjunction used to add emphasis and parallel structure in comparisons or lists. Parallelism is the use of components in a sentence that are grammatically the same or similar in their construction, sound, meaning, or meter.
  • Question 9/10
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    Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the sentence is grammatically correct.

    "Peter, along with his friends, are going to the football match."

    Solutions

    The correct answer is "is".

    Key Points

    • The phrase "along with his friends" is a parenthetical phrase—a non-essential clause—and does not change the number of the subject.
    • The subject of the sentence is 'Peter' which is singular, so the singular verb 'is' should be used.
    • Even though 'his friends' is plural, it does not impact the verb because it's part of the parenthetical phrase, and thus doesn't affect verb agreement.
    • Accordingly, "Peter, along with his friends, is going to the football match." is the correct sentence.

    Therefore, the correct answer is ‘Option 1’.

    Additional Information

    • 'Were going' would change the verb tense from present to past, which is not what the sentence requires.
    • 'Have going' is grammatically incorrect; 'have' would need a past participle following it, not a present participle.
    • 'No improvement' is incorrect because the sentence given has an error in subject-verb agreement.
  • Question 10/10
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    In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

    The expansive (1) __________stretched as far as the eye could see, its vastness seeming endless. Majestic mountains towered in the distance, their peaks (2)__________ by a thin layer of snow. A gentle breeze whispered through the (3)__________ trees, rustling their vibrant leaves. The air (4)_______ the sweet fragrance of the flowers, filling the surroundings with a delightful aroma. As the sun began to set, the sky transformed into a radiant canvas, painted with (5)______ of orange, pink, and gold.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is 'landscape'.

    Key Points

    • In the context of the passage, the word "landscape" fits well to describe the expansive view that stretches as far as the eye can see. A landscape refers to the visible features of an area of land, including its physical characteristics such as mountains, trees, and flowers.
    • Meaning of other options:
      • Sea: A large body of saltwater that is typically connected to an ocean. While a sea could be expansive, the description in the passage focuses more on the land features such as mountains and trees, making "sea" less appropriate.
      • Park: An area of land set aside for public use, often featuring grass, trees, and recreational facilities. While parks can be expansive, the mention of majestic mountains and the absence of man-made features in the description make "park" less fitting in this context.
      • Desert: A dry, barren area of land with little or no vegetation. While deserts can be vast, the mention of vibrant leaves, flowers, and the absence of desert-specific features like sand and extreme aridity make "desert" less suitable in this context. 
    • Therefore, "landscape" is the most appropriate option to describe the expansive view presented in the passage.

    Correct Passage: The expansive landscape stretched as far as the eye could see, its vastness seeming endless. Majestic mountains towered in the distance, their peaks (2)__________ by a thin layer of snow. A gentle breeze whispered through the (3)__________ trees, rustling their vibrant leaves. The air (4)_______ the sweet fragrance of the flowers, filling the surroundings with a delightful aroma. As the sun began to set, the sky transformed into a radiant canvas, painted with (5)______ of orange, pink, and gold.

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