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SSC CPO 2018 English Test 8
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SSC CPO 2018 English Test 8

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  • Question 1/21
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    In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.

    My sister had a tough time (1)/removing the chewing gum that (2)/stuck with her hair.(3)/No Error (4)

    Solutions

    My sister had a tough time removing the chewing gum that stuck in her hair.

    Stuck is followed by the preposition ‘in’ which means being trapped in something.

     

  • Question 2/21
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    In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.

    The Captain along with (1)/his team has been (2)/invited to the function.(3)/No Error(4)

    Solutions

    No error.

     

  • Question 3/21
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    In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

    Common adverse __________ of this medication include, bleeding, nausea and vomiting.

    Solutions

    Affect and effect are singular, so their usage would not be appropriate.

    ‘Affects’ is a verb, while ‘effects’ is a noun.

    ‘Effects’ is the right word to be used here.

     

  • Question 4/21
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    In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

    _______ to my political rival's statement, the data reveals crime has not increased in this country.

    Solutions

    Accepting - consenting to receive something

    Contrary - opposite in nature, direction, meaning

    Reference - mention, use of a source of information to ascertain something

    Assisting - helping, encouraging

    Also, usage of the word “contrary” before “to” is appropriate.

     

  • Question 5/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.

    Ravine

    Solutions

    Ravine - a deep, narrow gorge with steep sides

    Lucid - expressed clearly, easy to understand

    Patent - copyright, license, permit

    Abyss - a deep or seemingly bottomless chasm

    Palpable - a feeling so intense that it feels tangible

     

  • Question 6/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.

    Realm

    Solutions

    Realm - a field or domain of activity or interest

    Vault - roof, ceiling, arch

    Azure - bright blue colour

    Lid - cover, top

    Dimension - an aspect or feature of a situation

     

  • Question 7/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.

    Rebuff

    Solutions

    Rebuff - reject in an abrupt or ungracious manner

    Rebuke - express sharp disapproval or criticism

    Snub - rebuff, ignore, or spurn disdainfully

    Nix - expressing denial or refusal

    Praise - express warm approval or admiration of

     

  • Question 8/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.

    Recede

    Solutions

    Recede - go or move back or further away from a previous position

    Ebb - the movement of the tide out to sea

    Fade - gradually grow faint and disappear

    Extend - cause to cover a wider area, make larger

    Wane - decrease in vigour or extent, become weaker

     

  • Question 9/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

    Ball is in your court

    Solutions

    “Ball is in your court” means it is up to you to make the next decision or step.

     

  • Question 10/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

    Best of both worlds

    Solutions

    “Best of both worlds” means a situation wherein someone has the privilege of enjoying two different opportunities.

     

  • Question 11/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

    Best of both worlds

    Solutions

    “Best of both worlds” means a situation wherein someone has the privilege of enjoying two different opportunities.

     

  • Question 12/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "no improvement".

    The shoes were very expensive; I couldn't afford (to buying) them.

    Solutions

    The shoes were expensive; I couldn’t afford to buy them.

    Here, the structure would be: to + Verb (1st form)

     

  • Question 13/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "no improvement".

    After they (had finished) eating they went for a walk.

    Solutions

    No improvement.

    After they had finished eating, they went for a walk.

  • Question 14/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.

    Interrupt (a public speaker) with derisive or aggressive comments or abuse

    Solutions

    Heckle - interrupt (a public speaker) with derisive or aggressive comments or abuse

    Soothe - Calm, pacify, relieve

    Allay - Diminish, decrease, alleviate

    Dulcify - Sweeten, calm, soothe

     

  • Question 15/21
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.

    Not being what it purports to be

    Solutions

    Legitimate - Conforming to the rules or the law

    Palpable - a feeling so intense that it seems almost tangible

    Evident - Clearly seen or understood, obvious

    Spurious - not being what it purports to be, false or fake

     

  • Question 16/21
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    In the following question, four words are given out of which one word is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word.

    Solutions

    Castigated means reprimand someone severely

     

  • Question 17/21
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    In the following question, four words are given out of which one word is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word.

    Solutions

    Possesses means have as belonging to one, own

     

  • Question 18/21
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    The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

    The room which yielded so

    X - the fourth floor of a

    Y - boarding-house in Bleecker Street

    Z - much satisfaction to the two boys was on

    Solutions

    Z is the first part. It completes the phrase ‘so much’ which means indicating a particular but unspecified quantity.

    Next will be X which tells where the room was situated.

    The answer is (c) ZXY

     

  • Question 19/21
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    The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

    By the time government

    X - offices or educational institutions

    Y - open, many daylight

    Z - hours are already lost

    Solutions

    X is the first part which completes the subject ‘government offices or educational institutions’.

    Next will be Y immediately followed by Z. The noun ‘hours’ is preceded by the adjective ‘daylight’.

    The answer is (c) XYZ

     

  • Question 20/21
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    In the following question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive voice. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active voice.

    Sarla changed the curtains.

    Solutions

     

  • Question 21/21
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    In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.

    My father said to the stranger, "Where do you live?"

    Solutions

     

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