SSC CHSL 2021 Tier-1 English Paper Mock Test-30 (6-6-2022 Shift-3)

Q.1 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Elbow grease

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Q.2 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word ‘Exaggerate’ from the given sentence.

Rajni did understate Sheila’s embroider work as, according to her, it was worthless to decorate a piece of cloth with abstract ideas and then elaborate it to the audience on the stage.

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Q.3 In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

In the Second World War, the British __________ thousands of so-called interceptors  mostly women – whose job it was to tune in every day and night to the radio _______ of the various divisions of the German military.

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Q.4 Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Something that will cure all illnesses

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Q.5 Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A. Wearing noise cancellation headphones is an example of such equipment.

B. Preventive measures involve the availability of proper equipment.

C. Noise exposure is the primary reason for hearing loss among the workers.

D. It affects the working class in a big way both mentally and physically.

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Q.6 Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.

The national anthem was being sung very enthusiastically by young students in the annual event.

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Q.7 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Abrogate

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Q.8 Select the most appropriate synonym of the word given in underline in the following sentence.

Forgetting the past is inevitable for being able to create a future.

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Q.9 Spot the error in the given sentence and select the correct sentence from the options given.

He wished he has more resources to support the poor.

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Q.10 From among the words given in underline, select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the following sentence.

Evelyn Glennie has brought percusion to the front of the orchestra, and demonstrated that it can be very moving.

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Q.11 Select the most appropriate synonym of the word given in underline in the following sentence.

In his youth Joyonto must have been startlingly handsome.

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Q.12 Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

The rules forbid passengers to cross the railway bridge.

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Q.13 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Donkey's years

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Q.14 Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

The organisation had set up for a Free Mandela Committee and launched a lively campaign with the slogan ‘Free Mandela’.

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Q.15 Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

He ordered the police to pursue the robber and his gang.

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Q.16 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Discipline must be __________ at any cost.

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Q.17 Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom given in bold in the following sentence.

The minister is a little hard of hearing.

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Q.18 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 

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Q.19 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Delay

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Q.20 Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.

The government’s utilitarian stance was appreciated by all.

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Comprehension:

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and

select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Science, according to popular (1)_________, is a remote and enigmatic idea that is (2)__________ the comprehension of ordinary minds and peace-loving people. This is most likely why the words 'scientist' and 'mad' have been used interchangeably for centuries. But, given that science is the foundation upon which our lives are built, isn't it (3)__________ that science appears to be beyond the common mind's comprehension? Similarly, mathematics, the (4)___________ of science, gives meaning to the concept of quantification and (5)__________ value for us humans. There are a few examples of how science and mathematics rewire our brains, just go and check.

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Q.21 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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Comprehension:

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and

select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Science, according to popular (1)_________, is a remote and enigmatic idea that is (2)__________ the comprehension of ordinary minds and peace-loving people. This is most likely why the words 'scientist' and 'mad' have been used interchangeably for centuries. But, given that science is the foundation upon which our lives are built, isn't it (3)__________ that science appears to be beyond the common mind's comprehension? Similarly, mathematics, the (4)___________ of science, gives meaning to the concept of quantification and (5)__________ value for us humans. There are a few examples of how science and mathematics rewire our brains, just go and check.

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Q.22 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

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Comprehension:

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and

select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Science, according to popular (1)_________, is a remote and enigmatic idea that is (2)__________ the comprehension of ordinary minds and peace-loving people. This is most likely why the words 'scientist' and 'mad' have been used interchangeably for centuries. But, given that science is the foundation upon which our lives are built, isn't it (3)__________ that science appears to be beyond the common mind's comprehension? Similarly, mathematics, the (4)___________ of science, gives meaning to the concept of quantification and (5)__________ value for us humans. There are a few examples of how science and mathematics rewire our brains, just go and check.

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Q.23 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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Comprehension:

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and

select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Science, according to popular (1)_________, is a remote and enigmatic idea that is (2)__________ the comprehension of ordinary minds and peace-loving people. This is most likely why the words 'scientist' and 'mad' have been used interchangeably for centuries. But, given that science is the foundation upon which our lives are built, isn't it (3)__________ that science appears to be beyond the common mind's comprehension? Similarly, mathematics, the (4)___________ of science, gives meaning to the concept of quantification and (5)__________ value for us humans. There are a few examples of how science and mathematics rewire our brains, just go and check.

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Q.24 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Comprehension:

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and

select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Science, according to popular (1)_________, is a remote and enigmatic idea that is (2)__________ the comprehension of ordinary minds and peace-loving people. This is most likely why the words 'scientist' and 'mad' have been used interchangeably for centuries. But, given that science is the foundation upon which our lives are built, isn't it (3)__________ that science appears to be beyond the common mind's comprehension? Similarly, mathematics, the (4)___________ of science, gives meaning to the concept of quantification and (5)__________ value for us humans. There are a few examples of how science and mathematics rewire our brains, just go and check.

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Q.25 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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