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SSC CHSL 2023 Tier I — 11 August 2023, Shift 1

11 August 2023 · 9:00 AM–10:00 AM85 of the paper’s 100 questions+2 for a correct answer, −0.5 for a wrong one

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Left out of the original paper: 15 (any question that needs a figure, symbol or formatting we cannot show, or whose text or answer did not come through cleanly from the official document).

Questions from the Staff Selection Commission’s paper of 11 August 2023, 9:00 AM–10:00 AM. Each question’s answer is under it, hidden until you open it, and the full answer key is at the end. Take the paper as a timed practice test to be scored.

English Language

1. Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the sentence given below. Richa was provoking her neighbours against her maid Shanta who spoke against her but none of them responded.
- (a) Smelling a rat
- (b) Egging on
- (c) Carrying the conviction
- (d) Rising like a phoenix
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2. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence. The chubby player was clearly told to bring his corpulent body into a good shape.
- (a) rotund
- (b) lanky
- (c) deformed
- (d) plush
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Answer: (a)
3. 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)Human relationships are a matter of great concern for every one of us. B)Nevertheless, social scientists have attached many other elements that actually help us for a good social life. C)As it helps us all to have a coordinated, balanced and approachable life. D)The present generation fails to take cognisance of all such elements and fall prey to a lonely life risking happiness.
- (a) ADBC
- (b) DABC
- (c) ABCD
- (d) ACBD
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4. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Tourists from all around the world visit Agra to see the Taj mahal.
- (a) Ever and anon
- (b) Cut and dried
- (c) Few and far
- (d) Far and wide
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6. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The old castle, with its towering walls, creaky gates, and secret passages, was the perfect example of a medieval fortress.
- (a) epicentre
- (b) crux
- (c) epitome
- (d) antithesis
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7. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. The _________ of the new legislation has sparked a heated debate among lawmakers.
- (a) affectation
- (b) effection
- (c) effect
- (d) affect
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8. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
- (a) Appreciate
- (b) Passenger
- (c) Complaint
- (d) Personel
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12. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank. I can’t believe that you’re ________ (resolute) enough to not even decide what you want for dinner.
- (a) reluctant
- (b) indecisive
- (c) disinclined
- (d) gullible
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13. Parts of a sentence are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful sentence. A. We must not complain B. thorns bear flowers C. but rather be grateful that D. that roses have thorns
- (a) ADCB
- (b) ADBC
- (c) ACDB
- (d) ABCD
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14. Choose the sentence that contains an error.
- (a) I need to buy an new iPhone.
- (b) The cat sat on the windowsill
- (c) She is the best singer in the choir.
- (d) He is an artist who paints landscapes.
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15. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks. (Ø = No article) ____ year ago, Arihant decided to join ____ NCC.
- (a) A; an
- (b) The; Ø
- (c) The; a
- (d) A; the
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16. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence. The singer’s performance captivated the audience and left them mesmerised.
- (a) Enthralled
- (b) Disillusioned
- (c) Horrified
- (d) Resisted
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17. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Punctual
- (a) Dependable
- (b) Precise
- (c) Late
- (d) Ready
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18. Select the option with the correct spellings to replace the underlined words in the given sentence. His charesmatic attitude is admirble.
- (a) karismatic; admerable
- (b) charismatic; admarable
- (c) karismatic; admirable
- (d) charismatic; admirable
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19. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words/phrase. Spoken or done without preparation
- (a) Elocution
- (b) Extempore
- (c) Debate
- (d) Declamation
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20. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word from the following sentence. Empowered People feel liberated in modern democracies, yet it is believed they are enslaved in their minds.
- (a) liberated
- (b) enslaved
- (c) minds
- (d) modern
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PassageFor questions 21–25
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank. Communication is very important for us humans in our daily lives. It means talking to others, (1)_____________ our thoughts and feelings, and listening to what others have to say. When we communicate well, we can understand each other better and work together more (2)__________. Communication is especially important at work, where we need to work as a team and achieve common goals. Good communication helps us to avoid misunderstandings and (3)__________, and makes us more productive. In our personal relationships, communication helps us to express our feelings and needs to our friends, family and partners. When we communicate well, we can build stronger relationships and understand each other better. Communication is also important for society as a whole. It helps us to share information, ideas and knowledge, and to understand different cultures and (4)_______________. Communication can also help us to make positive changes in our communities and (5)______________ for important causes. Overall, communication is a very important skill that we all need to learn and practice. It can help us in many different ways and make our lives more fulfilling and successful.
21. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.
- (a) sharing
- (b) modifying
- (c) classifying
- (d) converging
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22. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
- (a) economically
- (b) effectively
- (c) sufficiently
- (d) vibrantly
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23. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
- (a) distractions
- (b) justifications
- (c) mistakes
- (d) quizzes
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24. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.
- (a) fears
- (b) assumptions
- (c) perspectives
- (d) biases
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25. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.
- (a) propagate
- (b) advocate
- (c) inoculate
- (d) recommend
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11. As of March 2023 India men's Soccer team captain Sunil Chhetri became the __________ highest goal Scorer in International Football appearances.
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