SSC MOCK TEST | ENGLISH LANGUAGE | 03 - APR - 17

Directions (1-5): In this section, each item consists of a word or a phrase which is italicized/bold in the given sentence. It is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the italicized/bold word or phrase.

Q1. This new magazine is known for its comprehensive coverage of news.

(a) casual

(b) inadequate

(c) indifferent

(d) superficial

Q2. Many people suffer setbacks in their career because of their inherent levity.

(a) surprise

(b) solemnity

(c) religiosity

(d) gravity

Q3. There was something strange and morbid about the whole house.

(a) healthy

(b) cheerful

(c) insipid

(d) appealing

Q4. His critics found in his overt statements some hidden designs.

(a) converse

(b) pervert

(c) covert

(d) contrived

Q5. Given these constraints, we had no alternative but to suggest an improvised solution.

(a) a complete

(b) a pre-planned

(c) a permanent

(d) a prescribed

Direction (6-10) Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

Q6. ENTIRE

A. Part 

B. Quarter

C. Whole 

D. Half

Q7. BROWSE

A. Heal 

B. Deceive

C. Examine 

D. Strike

Q8. VENUE

A. Place 

B. Agenda

C. Time 

D. Duration

Q9. PONDER

A. Think 

B. Evaluate

C. Anticipate 

D. Increase

Q10. IRONIC

A. Inflexible 

B. Bitter

C. Good-natured 

D. Disguisedly sarcastic

Answer

1. D

2. D

3. B

4. C

5. B

6. C
7. C
8. A
9. A

10. D