Mock Test

Exam: SSC CGL Subject: English Language

Total Questions: 20

Q1. ______ Atlantic Ocean is ______ vast body of water.

The, a A, a The, an A, an
Q2. A period of ten years is called a:

Century Decade Millennium Fortnight
Q3. Proper usage of 'its' and 'it's' is a matter of understanding ______ rules.

punctuation spelling grammar vocabulary
Q4. Identify the noun phrase functioning as the subject in 'The brave soldier fought bravely.'

fought bravely bravely The brave soldier brave soldier
Q5. Which step is usually performed last when summarizing?

Reading the original text Identifying key points Reviewing and editing the summary Writing a draft
Q6. The word 'able' is derived from which word?

ability enable unable all of these
Q7. The story explores the _________ of human nature.

simplicity complexity predictability unchangeability
Q8. A comparative analysis of the Indian National Congress's early phase (1885-1905) and its later phase (post-1919) reveals significant shifts. The early phase was characterized by moderate leaders seeking gradual reforms through constitutional means and petitions. The later phase, particularly under Gandhi's leadership, witnessed mass mobilization, civil disobedience, and a more assertive demand for complete independence. Which statement best contrasts these phases?

The early phase was more radical in its demands, while the later phase was more conciliatory. Both phases employed identical strategies for achieving political change. The early phase focused on appealing to the British government for concessions, whereas the later phase aimed at mobilizing the Indian populace for direct action. The primary difference was the extent of foreign participation in the Congress.
Q9. The word 'environment' has its stress on which syllable?

en vi ron ment
Q10. The primary advantage of a Cloze Test over isolated grammar exercises is its ability to assess:

Rote memorization of grammatical rules Application of grammar and vocabulary in context Speed of answering simple questions Understanding of historical literary styles
Q11. What is the role of transitional words (e.g., 'for example,' 'furthermore,' 'in addition') in relation to supporting details?

They introduce new main ideas. They indicate the beginning of a new passage. They signal that a supporting detail or elaboration is coming. They signal the end of the entire text.
Q12. The word 'simultaneously' has its primary stress on which syllable?

SIM-ul-ta-ne-ous-ly sim-UL-ta-ne-ous-ly sim-ul-TA-ne-ous-ly sim-ul-ta-NE-ous-ly
Q13. They _______ their ancestral home next month.

will visit visit visited are visiting
Q14. By next year, he _______ twenty years in the company.

work worked will have worked has worked
Q15. Which sentence correctly uses the comparative of 'many' to denote a greater number?

She has many books than I do. She has a manier number of books. She has more books than I do. She has the most books.
Q16. In a polling data analysis, the approval rating for a political leader dropped from 60% to 45% after a controversial policy was introduced. What is a reasonable inference?

The controversial policy had no impact on public opinion. Public disapproval of the policy is the primary reason for the drop in approval. The drop in approval is due to seasonal fluctuations in opinion. The leader's overall performance unrelated to the policy has improved.
Q17. When presented with a cloze test, prioritize understanding the overall ______ before attempting to fill in the individual blanks. This approach prevents you from making ______ assumptions.

grammar, correct context, faulty vocabulary, arbitrary difficulty, simple
Q18. A company advertises its new car by saying, 'Everyone who's anyone is buying this car! Don't be left behind!' This appeals to which fallacy?

Appeal to Ignorance Ad Populum (Bandwagon) Appeal to Tradition Non Sequitur
Q19. A sentence beginning with 'For example,' or 'For instance,' typically requires a preceding punctuation of a:

Semicolon (;) Period (.) Colon (:) Dash (-)
Q20. Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph:

A. The philosophical underpinnings of existentialism explore themes of freedom, responsibility, and the search for meaning in a meaningless universe. B. Existentialist thinkers emphasize individual choice and the creation of personal values in the absence of predetermined purpose. C. This perspective challenges traditional notions of morality and societal norms, advocating for radical self-determination. D. The profound impact of existentialist thought on literature, art, and psychology continues to resonate today.

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