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SSC One Word Substitution Test 172
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SSC One Word Substitution Test 172
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  • Question 1/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Direction: Select the most appropriate 'one word ' for the expressions given below.

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    A collection of weapons and military equipment.

    Solutions

    We need to find out the similar expression of the phrase mentioned in the question.

    • Let’s first understand the meaning of the words.

    • Archives= a noun generally meaning a collection of historical artefacts, documents compiled to restore the significance of a particular venue or Organisation (s).

    Eg.‘The National Archives consist of the history of the Country.’

    • ‘Arsenal’= It is the collection of weapons and military equipment.

    Eg. ‘The Two World Wars saw unspeakable Arsenal deployment.’

    • Arena= It is also used as noun, meaning an area of public activities.

    Eg.‘The crowd in the arena cheered up the magician.’

    • Creche= It is a small enclosed space where children are taken care of in the absence of working parents.

    Eg. ‘Joey usually drops his son to the nearest creche before reporting to duty.’

    Thus, the answer will be:

    “Arsenal” is the correct answer for the given expression – A collection of weapons and military equipment.

    Hence, option B will be the correct answer.

  • Question 2/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Direction: Select the most appropriate 'one word ' for the expressions given below.

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    A strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid

    Solutions

    We need to find out the similar expression of the phrase mentioned in the question.

    • Let’s first understand the meaning of the words.

    • Torrent is used as noun, meaning fast flow of water.

    Eg.‘The builder moved across the torrent to catch a train.’

    • Posse is also a noun informally used, generally referring to a group of people who have common attributes or occupation.

    Eg.‘The town market attracts ambitious posse.’

    • Hamlet if used as noun is a small village.

    Eg.‘You may find numerous wells in that hamlet.’

    • Current if used as adjective would mean the present time or whatever is happening now. If figuratively used, it would mean the flow of electricity through wire.

    Eg. The current (adjective) landlord is a miser

    The current (figurative) shut down in my neighbourhood last night.

    Thus, the correct answer will be:

    torrent is the most suitable word for the phrase ‘A strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid.’

    Hence, option A will be the correct answer.

  • Question 3/10
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    Direction: Select the most appropriate 'one word ' for the expressions given below.

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    A person appointed by two parties to solve a dispute

    Solutions

    We need to find out the similar expression of the phrase mentioned in the question.

    • Let's first see the meanings of the above mentioned words.

    • Ascetic= if is a kind of strict self-discipline and indulgence in religious ideas and rituals.

    eg. Sages spend acetic life.

    • Arbitrator= it is an individual person or body who is specifically appointed to settle a matter.

    eg. Panchayat works as an arbitrator in the village disputes.

    • Atheist= indicates someone who strictly disagrees with religious beliefs.

    eg. Most of the members of this group are atheists.

    • Amateur= a person who is not enough skilled to become a professional.

    eg. The company does not hire amateurs in their managerial post.

    • So we can find that the expression mentioned in the question best fields with the word acetic.

    Thus, the correct answer will be:

    Appropriate one word for the expression ' a person appointed by two parties to solve a dispute' is ascetic.

    Hence, option B is the correct option.

  • Question 4/10
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    Choose the word that can substitute the given sentence.

    An annual calendar with positions of stars

    Solutions
     The meanings of the words are:

    Scheduler: a person who works for a broadcasting company putting the various programmes for the day, week, month, etc. into a particular order.

    Almanac: an annual calendar containing important dates and statistical information such as astronomical data and tide tables.

    Diary: a book in which one keeps a daily record of events and experiences.

    Planner: a list or chart with information that is an aid to planning.

    Hence, option B is the correct answer.

  • Question 5/10
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    Choose the word that can substitute the given sentence.

    Soldiers who fight on horse back

    Solutions
     The meanings of the words are:

    Captain: the person in command of a ship.

    Pilot: a person who operates the flying controls of an aircraft.

    Major: a rank of officer in the army and the US air force, above captain and below lieutenant colonel.

    Cavalry: (in the past) soldiers who fought on horseback.

    Hence, option D is the correct answer.

  • Question 6/10
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    Choose the word that can substitute the given sentence.

    A poem of lamentation

    Solutions
     The meanings of the words are:

    Sonnet: a poem of fourteen lines using any of a number of formal rhyme schemes, in English typically having ten syllables per line.

    Hymn: a religious song or poem of praise to God or a god.

    Epitaph: a phrase or form of words written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an inscription on a tombstone.

    Elegy: (in modern literature) a poem of serious reflection, typically a lament for the dead.

    Hence, option D is the correct answer.

  • Question 7/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.

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    Printing using a stone or a metal plate with a completely smooth surface
    Solutions

    Lithography = a printing process that uses a flat stone or metal plate on which the image areas are worked using a greasy substance.

    Anthropology = the study of human beings, especially of their origin, development, customs and belief.

    Graphology = the study of handwriting, for example as used to infer a person's character.

    Theology = the study of religion.

    Hence, option C is the correct answer.

  • Question 8/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Direction: Choose the word that can substitute the given sentence.

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    Release someone from duty or obligation

    Solutions
    The meanings of the given words are:

    Promotion: activity that supports or encourages a cause, venture, or aim.

    Appointment: an arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place.

    Exonerate: release someone from (a duty or obligation).

    Joining: become a member or employee of.

    Hence, option C is the correct answer.

  • Question 9/10
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    Direction: Choose the word that can substitute the given sentence.

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    The arrangement of events in order of their occurrence

    Solutions
    The meanings of the given words are:

    Randomly: without method or conscious decision; indiscriminately.

    Anecdote: a short amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.

    Chronology: the arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence.

    Blasphemy: the action or offence of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things; profane talk.

    Hence, option C is the correct answer.

  • Question 10/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.

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    Incapable of failure or error.

    Solutions
    Let’s first see the meanings of the given words:

    Incorrigible: Impervious to correction by punishment

    Incurable: Impervious to correction by punishment

    Infallible: Incapable of failure or error

    dimmable : Lacking in light; not bright or harsh

    Hence, option C is the correct answer.

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