English PYQ — Page 578
31,271 questions across SSC exams.
SSC Stenographer • 2026
The theory of evolution, first systematically articulated by Charles Darwin, provides a comprehensive explanation for how species gradually change and diversify over time through the process of natural selection. Organisms possessing traits that are better…
SSC Stenographer • 2026
What is the meaning of the phrase "Hold your horses"?
SSC CPO • 2025
In the following question, a sentence with a blank is given, followed by five words labeled (1), (2), (3), (4), and (5). Choose the word that fills the blank appropriately in the context of the passage. he invention of the printing press in the 15th century…
SSC CGL • 2019
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3
SSC CGL • 2018
In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech. He said to his partner, "I will not be responsible if the…
SSC CPO • 2025
Someone who is unable to read or write is referred to as...
SSC CGL • 2019
Select the correct active form of the given sentence. Pruning of trees in my colony has been started by the horticulture department.
SSC Stenographer • 2025
What does the idiom 'Jack up the rates' mean?
SSC Stenographer • 2025
Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. The update P. ensuring security Q. enhanced encryption R. and data autonomy S. across user devices
SSC CGL • 2016
In the following question, the 1st and the last part of the sentence/passage are numbered 1 and 6. The rest of the sentence/ passage is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the…
SSC CPO • 2021
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 5.
SSC CGL • 2019
Select the word which means the same as the group of words given. Impossible to satisfy
SSC CGL • 2022
Where did Milton spend his time in isolation?
SSC CPO • 2025
In the following question, a sentence with a blank is given, followed by five words labeled (1), (2), (3), (4), and (5). Choose the word that fills the blank appropriately in the context of the passage. Low hemoglobin levels among women remain a pervasive…
SSC Stenographer • 2026
Identify the part of the sentence that contains a grammatical error. The narrator's resistance to patriarchal hermeneutics (1)/ are not simply polemical (2)/ but deeply embedded in the rhythm (3)/ and counterpoint of her syntax. (4)
SSC CGL • 2018
What makes the middle class too guilty of the same crime they blame hawkers?
SSC Stenographer • 2025
Transform the following sentence into active voice: The glass was broken.
SSC CPO • 2025
In the following question, a sentence with a blank is given, followed by five words labeled (1), (2), (3), (4), and (5). Choose the word that fills the blank appropriately in the context of the passage. The pursuit of space exploration (1) _ not merely an…
SSC CPO • 2025
Read the passage and answer the questions: The metamorphosis of a butterfly epitomizes one of nature's most intricate and captivating transformations. The life cycle initiates with the deposition of fragile eggs, often hidden on the underside of leaves…
SSC Stenographer • 2025
Find the incorrect part of the sentence: She congratulated him for his success.
SSC Stenographer • 2025
What does the idiom 'Throw in the towel' mean?
SSC CGL • 2017
In the following question, a sentence / a part of sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option…
SSC Stenographer • 2026
Identify the part of the sentence that contains a grammatical error. The philosopher's reluctance to endorse a universal ethic (1)/ stem from his conviction (2)/ that moral principles are always mediated (3)/ by cultural and historical particularities. (4)
SSC CPO • 2025
Identify the correct spelling of the misspelled word.
SSC Stenographer • 2025
Select the most appropriate option to improve the bold part of the sentence. She was not enough tall to play basketball.
SSC CPO • 2025
Identify the correct spelling of the misspelled word 'convincable'.
SSC Stenographer • 2025
Find the antonym of 'Wilt'.
SSC CGL • 2018
In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech. The groom said to the bride, "I will take good care of…
SSC CGL • 2019
Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error. Instead of studying in home I went to my friend’s house.
SSC CGL • 2018
What aspect of MOOC excited the author?
SSC Stenographer • 2026
In the following question, some of the words in the passage have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to each question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blanks. Scribes were highly respected, elite intellectuals…
SSC CPO • 2025
In the following question, a sentence with a blank is given, followed by five words labeled (1), (2), (3), (4), and (5). Choose the word that fills the blank appropriately in the context of the passage. Low hemoglobin levels among women remain a pervasive…
SSC CGL • 2018
What makes hawkers vulnerable to extortion?
SSC Stenographer • 2025
Choose the antonym of 'commendable":
SSC CPO • 2025
In the following question, a sentence with a blank is given, followed by five words labeled (1), (2), (3), (4), and (5). Choose the word that fills the blank appropriately in the context of the passage. Across centuries, the movement of peoples, whether…
SSC CGL • 2022
After reading this passage it can be said that it is:
SSC CPO • 2025
Read the passage and answer the questions: The annals of mountaineering history are adorned with figures whose daring transcended mere athleticism, embodying philosophical quests for transcendence against Earth's most formidable landscapes. Each mountaineer…
SSC CGL • 2019
Where did K Subramanian come from to work at PRL?
SSC CGL • 2018
What does India need to do to be recognised as a leader in protecting global climate?
SSC CPO • 2023
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2
SSC Stenographer • 2026
From the given alternatives, select the correct direct narration of the given indirect narration. Sanvi told Prakash that the coach had announced that practice would be cancelled for the rest of the week due to the flooded condition of the playing fields.
SSC Stenographer • 2025
Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: Each participant who registered online for the event (1)/ were given a welcome kit (2)/ along with the program schedule and map (3)/ at the helpdesk near the entrance. (4)/
SSC CGL • 2019
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2
SSC Stenographer • 2025
What does the idiom ‘In black and white’ mean?
SSC Stenographer • 2026
Fill numbered blank with the most appropriate word to complete the passage. Inland Waterways Development: India is promoting inland water transport to decongest roads and railways while reducing transportation costs. The Jal Marg Vikas Project focuses on the…
SSC Stenographer • 2026
What is the antonym of "Vigilant"?
SSC CGL • 2020
According to the passage, ‘necking’ is the:
SSC CGL • 2022
The visually impaired do NOT feel secluded in the Blind Opera group because they can:
SSC CGL • 2016
Overall the assertions seem to be based on:
SSC Stenographer • 2026
What is the antonym of "Opprobrium"?