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SSC CPO 2018 English Test 16
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SSC CPO 2018 English Test 16
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  • Question 1/10
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    In the following question, a sentence is given or a part of sentence is underlined below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative

    The Minister denied reports that prices will rose after the budget.

    Solutions

    The word “denied” suggests the sentence to be in past tense. Hence “will” should replaced with “would”.

     

  • Question 2/10
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    In the following question, a sentence is given or a part of sentence is underlined below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative

    They decided to begin the meeting till he arrive.

    Solutions

    The word “decided” suggests that the sentence is in the past tense. Therefore “till he arrive” should be replaced with “when he arrived”.

     

  • Question 3/10
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    In the following question, a sentence is given or a part of sentence is underlined below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative

    The employees successfully carried out the manager’s instructions.

    Solutions

    No correction required, Carried out means to bring to a successful issue : complete, accomplish. For eg: - carried out the assignment.

     

  • Question 4/10
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    Find mis-spelt word.

    Solutions

    The correct spelling is ‘nuisance’ that means ‘a

    thing, person or situation that is annoying or causes

    trouble or problems’.

    Numismatics = the study of coins and

    medals

     

  • Question 5/10
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    Find mis-spelt word.

    Solutions

    The correct spelling is ‘temporary’.

     

  • Question 6/10
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    Out of the following choose the word which expresses the word opposite in meaning to the given word.

    Zest

    Solutions

    Zest = great enthusiasm and energy. "They campaigned with zest and intelligence"

    Restive = of a person) unable to remain still, silent, or submissive, especially because of boredom or dissatisfaction. "The crowd had been waiting for hours and many were becoming restive"

    Callous = showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others. "His callous comments about the murder made me shiver"

    Indifference = lack of interest, concern, or sympathy. "She shrugged, feigning indifference"

    Apathy = lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern." widespread apathy among students"

     

  • Question 7/10
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    Out of the following choose the word which expresses the word opposite in meaning to the given word.

    Baroque

    Solutions

    Baroque = highly ornate and extravagant in style. "The candles were positively baroque"

    Direct = extending or moving from one place to another without changing direction or stopping. "There was no direct flight that day"

    Straight = extending or moving uniformly in one direction only; without a curve or bend. "A long, straight road"

    Plain = not decorated or elaborate; simple or basic in character. "Good plain food"

    Strong = having the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks. "She cut through the water with her strong arms"

     

  • Question 8/10
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    Out of the following choose the word which expresses the right meaning of the given word

    Veracity

    Solutions

    Veracity = conformity to facts; accuracy.

    "officials expressed doubts concerning the veracity of the story"

    synonyms:

    truthfulness, truth, accuracy, accurateness, correctness, exactness, precision, preciseness, realism, authenticity, faithfulness, fidelity

    Freedom = the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants.

    "we do have some freedom of choice”

    Truth = the quality or state of being true.

    "he had to accept the truth of her accusation”

    Wisdom = the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgement; the quality of being wise.

    "listen to his words of wisdom”

    Loyalty = the quality of being loyal.

    "his extreme loyalty to the Crown"

     

  • Question 9/10
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    Out of the following choose the word which expresses the word opposite in meaning to the given word.

    Turbulence

    Solutions

    Turbulence = violent or unsteady movement of air or water, or of some other fluid.

    "the plane shuddered as it entered some turbulence"

    Antonyms: Calmness, Peace,

    Calm = (of the weather) pleasantly free from wind.

    "the night was clear and calm"

    Anxiety = a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

    "he felt a surge of anxiety"

    Storm = a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow.

    a heavy discharge of missiles or blows.

    "two men were taken by a storm of bullets"

    Weariness = extreme tiredness; fatigue.

    "he began to feel weariness"

     

  • Question 10/10
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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’.

    A leader is a group member which exerts profound influence 1)/ on the behaviour and attitudes 2)/ of other members of the group. 3)/ No error 4)

    Solutions

    Replace ‘which’ with ‘who’.

     

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