Mock Test

Exam: SSC CGL Subject: English Language

Total Questions: 20

Q1. Which of the following is a simple sentence?

He likes dogs, and she likes cats. When the bell rang, the class started. The bird flew away. She will fail if she doesn't study.
Q2. The burning of fossil fuels releases particulate matter, which is a form of:

Water pollutant Soil pollutant Air pollutant Noise pollutant
Q3. A passage discussing the rise of the Ottoman Empire would most likely be situated within the context of:

The decline of the Roman Empire and medieval Europe The Age of Enlightenment The Industrial Revolution The Cold War
Q4. Which of the following sentences is a run-on due to the improper joining of two independent clauses that could be separated by a semicolon or made into two sentences?

The ancient civilization developed sophisticated irrigation systems, their agricultural output was significant. She meticulously researched the topic, subsequently, she wrote a comprehensive report. He mastered the art of negotiation, his success was attributed to his persuasive skills. The intricate tapestry depicted a historical battle, its details were remarkably lifelike.
Q5. A sentence starting with 'She' is most likely referring to a previously mentioned:

Male person Inanimate object Female person Group of people
Q6. The __________ of the ancient ruins spoke of a once-great civilization.

modernity newness antiquity novelty
Q7. What is the benefit of creating a 'graphic organizer' while reading?

To make the reading process more difficult To visually represent the relationships between ideas To avoid thinking about the text To simply decorate the page
Q8. In a cloze test, a passage meticulously outlines the steps involved in achieving a desired outcome, but the blank follows a sentence detailing an unexpected setback. What is the most likely interpretation of the author's intention?

To emphasize the importance of meticulous planning. To highlight the role of perseverance in achieving goals. To suggest that success is often contingent on unforeseen factors. To demonstrate the futility of effort.
Q9. Which word, when transformed by inserting one letter, forms a new word that means 'an excess of anything'?

FEAR RATE LIME COST
Q10. In the sentence 'To err is human,' what part of speech is 'to err'?

Infinitive (Noun) Verb Adjective Adverb
Q11. The artist's use of color was ______ and evoked a sense of calm.

harsh jarring vibrant chaotic
Q12. Consider a sentence about literary criticism: "Post-structuralism challenges the notion of a stable, unified meaning within a text." Which of the following would best introduce a related but distinct critical approach that offers a different lens for deconstructing texts, requiring an understanding of various theoretical frameworks?

Readers actively construct meaning through their interaction with the text. Feminist criticism, for instance, examines the patriarchal structures and gendered power dynamics embedded within literary works. Deconstruction aims to reveal inherent contradictions and ambiguities. The author's intention is often seen as irrelevant.
Q13. What is the relationship between a main idea and a supporting detail?

They are independent and unrelated. Supporting details provide evidence or explanation for the main idea. The main idea is a subset of a supporting detail. They are synonyms.
Q14. World War II ended in which year?

1918 1939 1945 1950
Q15. What word best relates to 'ADVERTISEMENT'?

Product Marketing Brand Promotion
Q16. The protracted political instability and rampant corruption within the nation discouraged foreign investment. This lack of capital infusion hindered economic development, resulting in high unemployment rates and a decline in living standards.

High unemployment rates caused political instability and corruption. Discouraged foreign investment was the primary cause of political instability. Political instability and corruption acted as deterrents to foreign investment, which consequently impeded economic development, leading to unemployment and lower living standards. A decline in living standards was the sole cause of political instability.
Q17. In the context of a para jumble, if a sentence reads: 'The remarkably efficient, yet undeniably complex, system was implemented after extensive planning.' Which modifier is primarily responsible for conveying a lot of information concisely?

remarkably efficient undeniably complex implemented after efficient yet
Q18. Identify the next element: RED, BLUE, GREEN, ?

YELLOW ORANGE PURPLE BLACK
Q19. Which sentence is grammatically incorrect?

She is a good singer. They are going home. He don't like it. We are studying for the exam.
Q20. Which punctuation mark is used to introduce a list or explanation?

, ; : .

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