SSC MTS 2020 EXAM PAPER : Held on 20 October-2021 Shift-1 ::GENERAL ENGLISH::

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SSC MTS 2020 EXAM PAPER : Held on 20 October-2021 Shift-1

::GENERAL ENGLISH::

Q.1 Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
A person who examines, diagnoses and treats eyes

1. Optician
2. Econometrist
3. Ophthalmologist
4. Chronobiologist

Correct Answer is: 3

Q.2 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

1. Stagnent
2. Imminent
3. Continent
4. Exponent

Correct Answer is: 1

Q.3 Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
I totally disagree with his ______ proposal as he has not weighed the pros and cons.

1. realistic
2. conceivable
3. rational
4. ridiculous

Correct Answer is: 4

Q.4 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
MIMIC

1. Fail
2. Prevent
3. Copy
4. Attempt

Correct Answer is: 3

Q.5 Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.
Schools was brought to an abrupt standstill when the lockdown was imposed.

1. was imposed
2. to an abrupt stand still
3. when the lockdown
4. Schools was brought

Correct Answer is: 1

Q.6 Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Once the interview was over I ______ felt light and free.

1. leisurely
2. suddenly
3. minutely
4. hastily

Correct Answer is: 2

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

1. Charitable
2. Malicious
3. Suspicious
4. Unstable

Correct Answer is: 1

Q.8 Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Chandigarh is a model city with sectors that are ______ with spaces for living, working and leisure.

1. dependent
2. self-sufficient
3. self-righteous
4. inferior

Correct Answer is: 2

Q.9 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

1. Ocupant
2. Rampant
3. Academic
4. Abdicate

Correct Answer is: 1

Q.10 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
UNFEELING

1. Cruel
2. Affectionate
3. Modest
4. Aloof

Correct Answer is: 2

Q.11 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Whet your appetite

1. To want something more
2. To find the food tasteless
3. To feel lonely and isolated
4. To go on a diet

Correct Answer is: 1

Q.12 Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Get something off one’s chest

1. To escape from a dangerous situation
2. To defeat someone in a physical fight
3. Talk about something that is worrying you
4. To stop oneself from confiding in a friend

Correct Answer is: 4

Q.13 Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
A person who is forgetful and unable to concentrate or think clearly

1. Scatterbrain
2. Systematic
3. Logical
4. Intelligent

Correct Answer is: 1

Q.14 Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
It is important to be aware of what we eat as food choices play an important role and affect their lifespan.

1. affect your
2. affect our
3. affect her
4. No substitution required

Correct Answer is: 2

Q.15 Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
From all her birthday presents, Vanya liked the alphabetical mat the most.

1. Except
2. Between
3. No substitution required
4. Amongst

Correct Answer is: 4

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Q.16 Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Some of Guru Dutt’s ______classics are being screened on MUBI these days.

1. unforgettable
2. eventful
3. dependable
4. catchy

Correct Answer is: 1

Q.17 Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.
Parents must monitor what them children access on the internet as they are easily influenced.

1. what them children
2. access on the internet
3. Parents must monitor
4. as they are easily influenced

Correct Answer is: 1

Q.18 Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.
Jagdeep, the Bollywood comedian, began his film career at eight as a live childlike actor in the 1950’s.

1. Jagdeep, the comedian
2. as a live childlike actor
3. began his film career
4. in the 1950’s

Correct Answer is: 3

Q.19 Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
As been rich, he can afford this expensive treatment.

1. By been richer
2. No substitution required
3. Being rich
4. As he be rich

Correct Answer is: 3

Q.20 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
INITIATE

1. Launch
2. Conclude
3. Begin
4. Inspire

Correct Answer is: 2

Comprehension:
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.
I studied at the J.J. School of Art in Mumbai, India’s premier institute (1)______ art and design. After two years I (2)______ New York City to further my studies. I soon (3)______ myself in a totally different culture which I embraced (4)______ willingly. Interestingly, it was in New York that I began (5)______ different cuisines.
SubQuestion No : 21

Q.21 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.

1. about
2. at
3. with
4. of

Correct Answer is: 4

Comprehension:
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.
I studied at the J.J. School of Art in Mumbai, India’s premier institute (1)______ art and design. After two years I (2)______ New York City to further my studies. I soon (3)______ myself in a totally different culture which I embraced (4)______ willingly. Interestingly, it was in New York that I began (5)______ different cuisines.
SubQuestion No : 22

Q.22 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.

1. moved down
2. moved to
3. moved about
4. move up

Correct Answer is: 2

Comprehension:
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.
I studied at the J.J. School of Art in Mumbai, India’s premier institute (1)______ art and design. After two years I (2)______ New York City to further my studies. I soon (3)______ myself in a totally different culture which I embraced (4)______ willingly. Interestingly, it was in New York that I began (5)______ different cuisines.
SubQuestion No : 23

Q.23 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.

1. finding
2. found
3. observing
4. discover

Correct Answer is: 2

Comprehension:
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.
I studied at the J.J. School of Art in Mumbai, India’s premier institute (1)______ art and design. After two years I (2)______ New York City to further my studies. I soon (3)______ myself in a totally different culture which I embraced (4)______ willingly. Interestingly, it was in New York that I began (5)______ different cuisines.
SubQuestion No : 24

Q.24 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

1. most
2. many
3. more
4. much

Correct Answer is: 1

Comprehension:
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.
I studied at the J.J. School of Art in Mumbai, India’s premier institute (1)______ art and design. After two years I (2)______ New York City to further my studies. I soon (3)______ myself in a totally different culture which I embraced (4)______ willingly. Interestingly, it was in New York that I began (5)______ different cuisines.
SubQuestion No : 25

Q.25 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

1. exercising upon
2. experimenting with
3. rehearsing for
4. measuring on

Correct Answer is: 3