SSC CGL 2023 Tier 1 English 35

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.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5

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.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4

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.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3

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.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2

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.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.

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

Choose the ANTONYM of the word ‘disenfranchise’ in the given sentence.

The parliament of Tonoco authorised the king to take over the reins of the government and disable the power of the council of ministers.

Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank.

Please ___________more sugar to the juice so that it becomes sweeter.

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.

To achieve somthing gigantic, you have to grind for a considerable amount of time.

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

The tour guide always answers the visitors’ questions.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

The actress is very ______ and takes pride in her appearance all the time.

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the bold segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’.

Honesty as well as discipline are required to succeed in life.

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

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

Were the cakes being baked by them?

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. This has an impact not just on global poverty, but also on Indians' awareness of the country's poverty for the first time in a decade.
B. And, for the first time in a decade, this update includes India's poverty data.
C. From 15 September 2022, a new global poverty line has been established, with the World Bank revising its data in the Poverty and Inequality Platform on this basis.
D. According to Sunitha Sinha, Roy and Roy van der Weide of the World Bank's Policy Research Working Paper, "poverty in India had dropped over the recent decade, although not as much as previously thought."

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bold word.
She chided her son for being impatient with the customers.

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. Diwali, referred to as the ‘festival of lights’, ushers in the winter season with joy, shopping, presents, and a slew of new occasions and celebrations, such as Dussehra, Dhanteras, Govardhan, Bhaidooj, and Narak Chaturdashi.
B. In the spiritual world, the event symbolises ‘the triumph of light over darkness’.
C. The five-day festival of Diwali is observed during the Hindu month of Kartika as an event.
D. In India, Diwali is also known as Deepawali.

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

You should / see a oculist; / your eyes look / worse today.

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

Life history written by oneself.

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the bold phrase.
His voice gets on my nerves.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in past tense form.

The methods Arunima adopts for taming the dogs create awe and wonder among them.

Select the most appropriate synonym for the highlighted word.

His modest nature made all the difference.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bold word.

The musician gave a dismal performance of a few old melodies at last night’s concert.

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. According to him, Rupees 75 lakhs has been spent to make the gymnasium fully equipped with state-of-the-art fitness machines.
B. The Honorable Commissioner of Police inaugurated the Gymnasium and Swimming pool and appended the management for their efforts in providing such amenities to students.
C. A new indoor gymnasium and swimming pool was inaugurated at APJ International School, Goa.
D. Mr. Mercia, the Principal of the school familiarised the guests about the cost incurred and the various facilities available.

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

The murder of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group.

Select the most appropriate meaning of the bold phrase.

Though very rich, Alexander always saves for a rainy day.